State of New Jersey Department of Education

STANDARD 1.1 (AESTHETICS) Grade Six

Strands with Cumulative Progress Indicators

A.  Knowledge

  1. Examine works of art that have a utilitarian purpose (Functionalism).
  2. Analyze works of art that place emphasis on structural arrangement (Formalism).
  3. Describe how an element of an art form contributes to the aesthetic value of a particular work.
  4. Describe the compositional design in selected works of art or performance.

B.  Skills

  1. Explain the aesthetic qualities of specified art works in oral and written responses.
  2. Incorporate personal life experiences into an aesthetic response about an artwork.
  3. Examine how exposure to various cultures and styles influence individuals’ feelings toward art forms and artworks.
  4. Communicate ideas about the social and personal value of art.