Rhode Island State Standards for Arts Education: Grade 8
RI.1. Dance: Creation/Performance: All students will engage in self or group expression by creating original or interpreting works of art.
1.1. Apply knowledge of concepts and structures to create original and interpretive works of art
1.1.1. Create movement compositions using principles of contrast and transition; demonstrate structures and forms (for example, AB, ABA, CANON, CALL, and RESPONSE and NARRATIVE).
1.2. Apply knowledge of media, tools, techniques and processes to create original and interpretive works of art
1.2.1. Generate movement and choreography employing movement vocabulary for clear expression; solve choreographic problems through research; demonstrate/ explain the role of lighting and costuming contributions to the meaning of a dance.
1.3. Perform or exhibit a varied repertoire of artistic works in a variety of settings
1.3.1. Perform dances based on own ideas and those from other sources; reproduce and perform a set piece of choreography.
RI.2. Dance: Perception - All students will observe and experience objects and ideas through a multitude of senses and form a sophisticated, informed response.
2.1. Experience a variety of artistic presentations in a variety of settings
2.1.1. Participate and respond appropriately to a variety of performances by professionals and peers both in and out of school setting; demonstrate appropriate audience behavior.
2.2. Establish and explain their own criteria for analysis and appreciation using reflection and evaluation; use and explain various criteria used to analyze and appreciate works of art
2.2.1. Establish a set of personal, aesthetic criteria and apply it in discussing peer works and professional performances
2.3. Accept and utilize constructive criticism for application to future work.
2.3.1. Improve upon student performance and/or choreographic work through feedback from teachers, peers, and video.
RI.3. Dance: Context - All students will demonstrate an understanding of the relationships within personal, social, cultural and historical contexts.
3.1. Relate works of art to their historical and cultural setting
3.1.1. Define the role of dance in a variety of cultures.
3.2. Demonstrate a connection to their personal lives through artistic expression
3.2.1. Create and share a dance inspired by their own community.
3.3. Demonstrate an understanding of how the arts influence society, and how society influences the arts
3.3.1. Create a dance that reflects an unusual culture.
RI.4. Dance: Tools - All students will develop the ability to communicate in the language of art forms through the study and use of appropriate vocabulary, materials, tools and techniques.
4.1. Demonstrate facility in the identification and use of a variety of vocabulary, materials, tools and techniques.
4.1.1. Identify personal goals to improve as a dancer. Practice strategies to prevent dance injuries. Create original warm -ups and discuss how warm -ups prepare the body and mind for dance. Demonstrate proper dance class procedure and etiquette; use computers to support production needs.
4.2. Demonstrate the selection of tools appropriate to purpose, message and audience
4.2.1. Demonstrate basic movement skills in a movement phase; demonstrate movement elements and principles in movement phases; use movement skills appropriate to the composition projects assigned.
RI.5. Music: Integration - All students relate arts knowledge and skills within and across the arts and other content areas.
5.1. Apply process and knowledge from and to other content areas and across the arts
5.1.1. Demonstrate an understanding of the similarities and differences among the arts and other disciplines and that the arts are inherent to all content areas.
5.2. Demonstrate an understanding of how the arts are present in the workplace
5.2.1. Demonstrate an understanding that skills learned in the arts are useful in the workplace and everyday life (for example - create interdisciplinary work for performance or exhibition; use technology to design and create an interdisciplinary project); recognize that skills learned in the arts are applicable to various careers.
RI.1. Music: Creation/Performance -All students will engage in self or group expression by creating original or interpreting works of art.
1.1. Apply knowledge of concepts and structures to create original and interpretive works of art
1.1.1. Improvise/compose simple rhythmic or melodic patterns of single and multiple lines to be sung or played on appropriate instruments using established and experimental musical structures.
1.2. Apply knowledge of media, tools, techniques and processes to create original and interpretive works of art
1.2.1. Improvise/compose simple melodic and rhythmic patterns and harmonic accompaniments of single and multiple lines and pieces for specific characteristics of instruments, vocal sounds and other sound sources, incorporating electronic recording technologies.
1.3. Perform or exhibit a varied repertoire of artistic works in a variety of settings.
1.3.1. Continue to demonstrate recognition of the elements of music, at an appropriate level of difficulty and expression, by performing established and non -traditional pieces of music.
RI.2. Music: Perception - All students will observe and experience objects and ideas through a multitude of senses and form a sophisticated, informed response.
2.1. Experience a variety of artistic presentations in a variety of settings
2.1.1. Participate and respond appropriately to rehearsals and performances of varied musical content and at an increasingly advanced level; demonstrate appropriate audience behavior.
2.2. Establish and explain their own criteria for analysis and appreciation using reflection and evaluation; use and explain various criteria used to analyze and appreciate works of art
2.2.1. Identify criteria based on the elements of music used to evaluate the quality and effectiveness of musical performances and compositions; use these criteria to articulate personal preferences in music.
2.3. Accept and utilize constructive criticism for application to future work.
2.3.1. Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of performance, compositions, arrangements and improvisations, and offer constructive suggestions for improvement, make appropriate modifications.
RI.3. Music: Context - All students will demonstrate an understanding of the relationships within personal, social, cultural and historical contexts.
3.1. Relate works of art to their historical and cultural setting
3.1.1. Identify by genre or style examples of music from various historical periods and cultures, describe distinguishing characteristics of that music, and further develop understanding of the connections between a musical work, style, or genre, and its historical and cultural context.
3.2. Demonstrate an understanding of how the arts influence society, and how society influences the arts
3.2.1. Identify and articulate the ways in which music influences a students' own culture and society, drawing from personal experiences, and articulate the ways their own culture and society influence music in contemporary American culture.
3.3. Demonstrate a connection to their personal lives through artistic expression
3.3.1. Identify ways in which musical works speak to personal feelings; improvise, compose and listen to programmatic music, and discuss ways that underlying dramatic theme and personal feelings are expressed; perceive and articulate, in texted music, the relationship between the music and its text.
RI.4. Music: Tools - All students will develop the ability to communicate in the language of art forms through the study and use of appropriate vocabulary, materials, tools and techniques.
4.1. Demonstrate facility in the identification and use of a variety of vocabulary, materials, tools and techniques.
4.1.1. Using accurate terminology and employing music technology, identify and demonstrate more complex qualities of the elements of music, including rhythm, melody, harmony, tone color, form and dynamics.
4.2. Demonstrate the selection of tools appropriate to purpose, message and audience
4.2.1. Design musical experiences: instrumental, vocal, compositional, and improvisational, using music technology and electronic instruments, to demonstrate appropriate choices that effectively communicate musical ideas to the listener.
RI.1. Theatre: Creation/Performance - All students will engage in self or group expression by creating original or interpreting works of art.
1.1. Apply knowledge of concepts and structures to create original and interpretive works of art
1.1.1. Participate collaboratively in a production from scripted work; plan, execute, and record improvisations.
1.2. Apply knowledge of media, tools, techniques and processes to create original and interpretive works of art
1.2.1. Create a variety of characters, settings, and situations for scripted and improvised dramatizations; analyze scenes for artistic and technical requirements
1.3. Perform or exhibit a varied repertoire of artistic works in a variety of settings
1.3.1. Participate collaboratively in scripted drama through performance or working in a production area (for example, lighting, costume, set, properties, etc.)
RI.2. Theatre: Perception - All students will observe and experience objects and ideas through a multitude of senses and form a sophisticated, informed response.
2.1. Experience a variety of artistic presentations in a variety of settings
2.1.1. Participate and respond appropriately to a variety of dramatic experiences of increased sophistication. Demonstrate appropriate audience behavior.
2.2. Establish and explain their own criteria for analysis and appreciation using reflection and evaluation; use and explain various criteria used to analyze and appreciate works of art
2.2.1. Use articulated criteria to respond in a variety of ways to dramatic experiences; describe and analyze the effect of publicity, study guides, programs, and physical environments on audience response and appreciation of dramatic performances; discuss reasons for individual preferences and choices.
2.3. Accept and utilize constructive criticism for application to future work.
2.3.1. Describe and evaluate the perceived effectiveness of students' contributions (as playwrights, actors, designers, and directors) to the collaborative process of developing improvised and scripted scenes; apply what is learned through the critique process to the improvement of their own work.
RI.3. Theatre: Context - All students will demonstrate an understanding of the relationships within personal, social, cultural and historical contexts.
3.1. Relate works of art to their historical and cultural setting
3.1.1. Enact roles depicting various historical figures, times and events with an informed sense of cultural history.
3.2. Demonstrate an understanding of how the arts influence society, and how society influences the arts
3.2.1. Analyze the emotional and social impact of dramatic events in their lives, in the community, and in other cultures. Show how culture and society affect the context of dramatic performances.
3.3. Demonstrate a connection to their personal lives through artistic expression.
3.3.1 Analyze the commonalities of character, situation, and themes in various cultures and historical periods and personally apply these ideas in the creation of dramatic presentations (e.g., explore how prejudice is expressed in works of theatre and one's own life).
RI.4. Theatre: Tools - All students will develop the ability to communicate in the language of art forms through the study and use of appropriate vocabulary, materials, tools and techniques.
4.1. Demonstrate facility in the identification and use of a variety of vocabulary, materials, tools and techniques.
4.1.1. Demonstrate the functions and interrelated nature of scenery, properties, lighting, sound, costumes and makeup in creating an environment appropriate for the drama; analyze the improvised and scripted scenes for artistic and technical requirements; develop focused ideas for the environment using visual elements and principles and aural qualities from traditional and non -traditional sources.
4.2. Demonstrate the selection of tools appropriate to purpose, message and audience.
4.2.1. Work collaboratively and safely to select and create elements of scenery, properties, lighting, and sound to signify environments, and costumes and makeup to suggest character appropriate to the venue and the audience.
RI.5. Theatre: Integration - All students relate arts knowledge and skills within and across the arts and other content areas.
5.1. Apply process and knowledge from and to other content areas and across the arts
5.1.1. Identify and analyze the various means of communicating through integrated art forms. Apply knowledge of basic elements of dramatic structure, learned through formal and informal dramas, to write scripts.
5.2. Demonstrate an understanding of how the arts are present in the workplace
5.2.1 Identify careers that are in the arts or arts related. Explore the problem of conflict and resolution through formal and informal drama, to expand an understanding of work or other life experiences.
RI.1. Visual Arts: Creation/Performance - All students will engage in self or group expression by creating original or interpreting works of art.
1.1. Apply knowledge of concepts and structures to create original and interpretive works of art
1.1.1. Apply the basic elements of art and the principles of design when creating works of art.
1.2. Apply knowledge of media, tools, techniques and processes to create original and interpretive works of art
1.2.1. Select media, techniques and processes; analyze what makes them effective or not effective in communicating ideas; and reflect upon the effectiveness of their choices.
1.3. Perform or exhibit a varied repertoire of artistic works in a variety of settings
1.3.1. Document personal progress by maintaining a portfolio of artwork.
RI.2. Visual Arts: Perception - All students will observe and experience objects and ideas through a multitude of senses and form a sophisticated, informed response.
2.1. Establish and explain criteria for analysis and interpretation of works of art.
2.1.1. Identify ways in which artists have used the elements and principles of design in a specific way.
2.2. Reflect on criteria that is used to determine value in works of art.
2.2.1. Examine and discuss reasons for individual preferences and choices in response to works of art.
2.3. Engage in the process of critique in order to assist in the development of one's own artwork and that of others.
2.3.1. Identify specific strengths and weaknesses that are evident in their artwork.
2.4. Experience a variety of artistic presentations in a variety of settings.
2.4.1. Interact with art and artisans in a variety of settings, community exhibits, museums and galleries.
RI.3. Visual Arts: Context - All students will demonstrate an understanding of the relationships within personal, social, cultural and historical contexts.
3.1. Relate works of art to their historical and cultural setting
3.1.1. Identify and describe the art produced by various cultures using the language of art and design.
3.2. Demonstrate a connection to their personal lives through artistic expression
3.2.1. Describe the personal value gained by involvement in the visual arts.
3.3. Demonstrate an understanding of how the arts influence society, and how society influences the arts
3.3.1. Discuss how history, culture and the visual arts can influence each other.
RI.4. Visual Arts: Tools - All students will develop the ability to communicate in the language of art forms through the study and use of appropriate vocabulary, materials, tools and techniques.
4.1. Demonstrate facility in the identification and use of a variety of vocabulary, materials, tools and techniques.
4.1.1. Select appropriate media, techniques and processes; analyze what makes them effective or not effective in communicating ideas; and reflect upon the effectiveness of their choices.
4.2. Demonstrate the selection of tools appropriate to purpose, message and audience
4.2.1. Use art media and tools in a safe and responsible manner that is age appropriate and appropriate to the media and intended audience.
RI.5. Visual Arts: Interdisciplinary - All students relate arts knowledge and skills within and across the arts and other content areas.
5.1. Apply process and knowledge from and to other content areas and across the arts
5.1.1. Identify the commonality between what is learned in the visual arts and other disciplines.
5.2. Demonstrate an understanding of how the arts are present in the workplace
5.2.1. Demonstrate an understanding that skills learned in the arts are useful in the workplace and everyday life, and how they are useful.