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Surprising Sun Prints: Grade K-3

Assessment Guide

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Theory Criterion
Does the student recognize that shapes are elements of composition and that light plays an important role in photography?

The student shows a limited knowledge of shapes by naming only a few of the shapes used.

The student shows limited comprehension of the role of light on a photosensitive surface.

The student shows a fair knowledge of shapes by naming several of the shapes used.

The student shows good comprehension of the effect of light on a photosensitive surface.

The student shows a thorough knowledge of shapes by naming most of the shapes used.

The student shows excellent comprehension of the effect of light on a photosensitive surface.

Creation Criterion
How does the student use the materials to produce a sun print?

The student selects a few objects, and uses the materials and procedures in a rudimentary way (overexposed or underexposed prints).

The student selects a variety of objects, arranges them in an interesting way, and uses the materials and procedures appropriately.

The student carefully selects a variety of objects with a specific goal in mind, and uses the materials and procedures appropriately.

Analysis Criterion
How does the student explain his use of shapes (elements of composition) in his project? How does he communicate his ideas?

The student identifies some of the shapes used and expresses in a limited way his ideas, his intentions, the reasons behind his choice of objects, and the process of creation.

The student identifies clearly several of the shapes used and expresses clearly his ideas, his intentions, the reasons behind his choice of objects, and the process of creation.

The student identifies accurately most of the shapes used and explains in a fairly sophisticated way his ideas, his intentions, the reasons behind his choice of objects, and the process of creation.

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