Nixa High School Course Description Book - Flipbook - Page 14
ART APPRECIATION VIRTUAL - 205V
1 Year = 1 Credit
VC
Grade Level: 10-12
Art Appreciation introduces students to the fundamental language of art and the history
of human creativity. The first semester begins with the basic elements of design and the
origins of art in the ancient world. Students will explore how early civilizations used art
and architecture to express their values, religious beliefs, and definitions of beauty.
Students study art movements chronologically from prehistory through the revolutionary
techniques and symbolism of the Renaissance. In the second semester, the focus shifts
to the modern era and the dramatic ways artists began to break traditional rules.
Students study art movements chronologically from post renaissance through
Impressionism and into contemporary art.
*This course does NOT fulfill any requirements for any classes beyond Art Foundations.
ART FOUNDATIONS - 210
1 Year = 1 Credit
Grade Level: 9-12
Fee: $15 per semester
This class introduces the Elements of Art and the Principles of Design while producing
two and three-dimensional works of art. Areas of study include drawing, painting,
printmaking, clay, sculpture, photography, etc. This course is the pre-requisite for all
other studio art classes and fulfills the Fine Art graduation requirement.
CERAMICS - 260A
(Repeatable with permission)
1 Sem = 0.5 Credit
PR DC AP
Grade Level: 10-12
Fee: $30
Optional College Est. Fee: $210
This studio class provides an opportunity for students to work on their creativity and
artistic expression, as well as critical thinking, patience and hand-eye coordination while
creating 3D forms in clay. Working with clay is a physical process with many stages that
allow for input from the artist. The students will use a variety of tools and techniques
(hand building and pottery wheel) to create both functional and sculptural forms while
they explore clay and its transformation, by the firing process, into ceramics.
When Repeating:
Students will be required to complete projects using a higher level of skill, technique and
creative problem solving.
Dual Credit: Junior and senior students that are repeating the class with applicable skills
and understanding may enroll for dual credit with Missouri State University for college
credit.
Advanced Placement (AP) Credit: Students interested in taking this course for AP need
to be enrolled in 3D Art class (Studio Art, Sculpture or Ceramics) for a minimum of two
years (junior and senior year) to build enough work for their portfolio. The AP course
will be an AP 3D Art and Design credit. There is a fee for an AP portfolio submission.
Prerequisites:
