External Assessment
Part 1: Comparative study Weighting 20% A. Analysis of formal qualities To what extent does the work demonstrate: • effective identification and analysis of the formal qualities of the selected artworks, objects and artifacts? Candidates who do not examine and compare at least 3 artworks by at least 2 different artists will not be awarded a mark higher than 3 in this criteria. Mark Descriptor 1–2 The work identifies some formal qualities of the selected pieces from at least two cultural origins. There is little or no attempt at analysis. 3–4 The work identifies and describes the formal qualities of the selected pieces from at least two cultural origins. The analysis of these formal qualities is inconsistent. 5–6 The work identifies and analyses the formal qualities of the selected pieces from at least two cultural origins. The analysis of these formal qualities is consistently informed and effective. B. Interpretation of function and purpose To what extent does the work demonstrate: • informed and appropriate interpretation of the function and purpose of the selected artworks, objects and artifacts within the cultural context in which they were created? Candidates who do not examine and compare at least 3 artworks by at least 2 different artists will not be awarded a mark higher than 3 in this criterion. Mark Descriptor 1–2 The work demonstrates an interpretation of the function and purpose of the selected pieces within the cultural context in which they were created, but this is largely undeveloped, superficial or relies heavily on personal opinion. 3–4 The work demonstrates an interpretation of the function and purpose of the selected pieces within the cultural context in which they were created, although this is not always consistently informed or developed. 5–6 The work demonstrates a consistently informed and appropriate interpretation of the function and purpose of the selected pieces within the cultural context in which they were created. C. Evaluation of cultural significance To what extent does the work demonstrate: • informed understanding of the cultural significance of the selected artworks, objects and artifacts within the specific context in which they were created? Candidates who do not examine and compare at least 3 artworks by at least 2 different artists will not be awarded a mark higher than 3 in this criterion. Mark Descriptor 1–2 The work demonstrates an evaluation of the material, conceptual and cultural significance of the selected pieces within the specific context in which they were created, but this is largely undeveloped, superficial or relies heavily on personal opinion. 3–4 The work demonstrates an evaluation of the material, conceptual and cultural significance of the selected pieces within the specific context in which they were created, although this is not always consistently informed or developed. 5–6 The work demonstrates consistently informed and appropriate evaluation of the material, conceptual and cultural significance of the selected pieces within the specific context in which they were created. D. Making comparisons and connections To what extent does the work demonstrate: • effective identification and critical analysis of the connections, similarities and differences between the selected artworks, objects and artifacts? Candidates who do not examine and compare at least 3 artworks by at least 2 different artists will not be awarded a mark higher than 3 in this criterion. Mark Descriptor 1–2 The work outlines connections, similarities and differences between the selected pieces, with little critical analysis. These connections are largely superficial or inappropriate and demonstrate a basic understanding of how the pieces compare. 3–4 The work describes the connections, similarities and differences between the selected pieces, with some underdeveloped critical analysis. The connections are logical and coherent and demonstrate a sound understanding of how the pieces compare. 5–6 The work critically analyses the connections, similarities and differences between the selected pieces. These connections are logical and coherent, showing a thorough understanding of how the pieces compare. E. Presentation and subject-specific language To what extent does the work: • ensure that information is conveyed clearly and coherently in a visually appropriate and legible manner, supported by the consistent use of appropriate subject-specific language? Mark Descriptor 1–2 The work makes some attempt to convey information clearly or in a visually appropriate manner; however this may be inconsistent or not always appropriate. There is some attempt to use subject-specific language but this may be infrequent or with inaccuracies. 3–4 The work clearly and coherently conveys information, in a visually appropriate and legible manner, with some consistent use of appropriate subject-specific language. 5–6 The work clearly and coherently conveys information which results in a visually appropriate, legible and engaging study. Subject-specific language is used accurately and appropriately throughout. At HL only F. Making connections to own art-making practice To what extent does the work: • analyse and reflect on the outcomes of the comparative study investigation and on how this has influenced the student’s own development as an artist, identifying connections between one or more of the selected works and the student’s own art-making processes and practices? Mark Descriptor 1–3 The work outlines the outcomes of the investigation making few or only superficial connections to their own art-making practice. 4–6 The work describes the outcomes of the investigation but without considering the implications on their own development. The student makes attempts to make connections to their own art-making practice, but these are inconsistent or superficial. 7–9 The work reflects upon the outcomes of the investigation consistently with some attempts at analysis and consideration of their own development, however this lacks depth. The student makes some meaningful connections to their own art-making practice, but these are underdeveloped. 10–12 The work analyses and reflects upon the outcomes of the investigation consistently and appropriately. The student effectively considers their own development, making informed and meaningful connections to their own art-making practice.xternal assessment External assessment tasks—SL and HL Part 2: Process portfolio Weighting: 40% Criteria A. Skills, techniques and processes Using the required number of art-making forms from the art-making forms table, to what extent does the work demonstrate: • sustained experimentation and manipulation of a range of skills, techniques and processes, showing the ability to select and use materials appropriate to their intentions? Candidates who do not submit works reflecting the minimum number of media and forms will not be awarded a mark higher than 3 in this criterion. Mark Descriptor 1–3 The work demonstrates some experimentation and manipulation of skills, techniques, processes and selection of materials, which may not be appropriate or related to intentions. This work is incoherent. 4–6 Working across at least the required number of media and forms, the work demonstrates experimentation and manipulation of some skills, techniques, processes and the appropriate selection of materials, which are largely consistent with intentions. This work is superficial at times. 7–9 Working across at least the required number of media and forms, the work demonstrates purposeful experimentation and manipulation of a range of skills, techniques and processes. The selection of materials is mostly consistent with intentions. 10–12 Working across at least the required number of media and forms, the work demonstrates assured and sustained experimentation and manipulation of a range of skills, techniques and processes, and a highly appropriate selection of materials, consistent with intentions. B. Critical investigation To what extent does the work demonstrate: • critical investigation of artists, artworks and artistic genres, communicating the student’s growing awareness of how this investigation influences and impacts upon their own developing art-making practices and intentions? Mark Descriptor 1–2 The work shows limited critical investigation with little or limited awareness of the impact on the student’s own developing art practices or intentions. 3–4 The work shows sound critical investigation which displays an awareness of the impact on the student’s own developing art practices and intentions. 5–6 The work shows in-depth critical investigation, clearly communicating a secure and insightful awareness of how this investigation has impacted upon the student’s own developing practices and intentions. C. Communication of ideas and intentions (in both visual and written forms) Using the required number of art-making forms from the art-making forms table, to what extent does the student demonstrate: • the ability to clearly articulate how their initial ideas and intentions have been formed and developed and how they have assimilated technical skills, chosen media and ideas to develop their work further? Mark Descriptor 1–2 The work lists how initial ideas or intentions have been formed or developed. The work rarely communicates how technical skills, media or ideas have contributed to their work. 3–4 The work attempts to identify how initial ideas and intentions have been formed and developed, but this is underdeveloped. The work communicates how technical skills, media and ideas have been assimilated, but with room for further depth. 5–6 The work clearly articulates how initial ideas and intentions have been formed and developed. The work effectively communicates how technical skills, media and ideas have been assimilated to develop the work further. D. Reviewing, refining and reflecting (in both visual and written forms) To what extent does the work demonstrate: • the ability to review and refine selected ideas, skills, processes and techniques, and to reflect on the acquisition of skills and their development as a visual artist? Mark Descriptor 1–2 The work demonstrates little understanding of the process of reviewing or refining ideas, skills, processes or techniques. Reflection is mostly descriptive or superficial. 3–4 The work demonstrates a process of reviewing and refining ideas, skills, processes and techniques, but this is underdeveloped. The work presents a reflection upon the acquisition of skills as an artist, but with room for further depth. 5–6 The work demonstrates a highly effective and consistent process of reviewing and refining ideas, skills, processes and techniques. The work presents a meaningful and assured reflection upon the acquisition of skills and analysis of the student’s development as an artist. E. Presentation and subject-specific language To what extent does the work: • ensure that information is conveyed clearly and coherently in a visually appropriate and legible manner, supported by the consistent use of appropriate subject-specific language? Mark Descriptor 1–2 The work makes some attempt to convey information clearly or in a visually appropriate manner; however this may be inconsistent or not always appropriate. There is some attempt to use subject-specific language but this is infrequent or with inaccuracies. 3–4 The work clearly and coherently conveys information which results in visually appropriate, legible and engaging work. Subject-specific language is used accurately and appropriately throughout. |
Internal Assessment
Part 3: Exhibition Weighting: 40% A. Coherent body of works Evidence: curatorial rationale, the submitted artworks, exhibition text and exhibition photographs/video To what extent does the submitted work communicate: • a coherent collection of works which fulfil stated artistic intentions and communicate clear thematic or stylistic relationships across individual pieces? Candidates who fail to submit the minimum number of artworks cannot achieve a mark higher than 6. Mark Descriptor 1–3 The work shows little coherence through minimal communication of thematic or stylistic relationships across individual pieces. The selection and application of media, processes and techniques and the use of imagery show minimal consideration of intentions. 4–6 The work shows some coherence through adequate communication of thematic or stylistic relationships across individual pieces. Stated intentions are adequately fulfilled through the selection and application of media, processes and techniques and the considered use of imagery. 7–9 The work forms a coherent body of work through effective communication of thematic or stylistic relationships across individual pieces. Stated intentions are consistently and effectively fulfilled through the selection and application of media, processes and techniques and the considered use of imagery.Internal assessment B. Technical competence Evidence: curatorial rationale, the submitted artworks, exhibition text and exhibition photographs/video To what extent does the submitted work demonstrate: • effective application and manipulation of media and materials; • effective application and manipulation of the formal qualities? Candidates who fail to submit the minimum number of artworks cannot achieve a mark higher than 6. Mark Descriptor 1–3 The work demonstrates minimal application and manipulation of media and materials to reach a minimal level of technical competence in the chosen forms and the minimal application and manipulation of the formal qualities. 4-6 The work demonstrates adequate application and manipulation of media and materials to reach an acceptable level of technical competence in the chosen forms and the effective application and manipulation of the formal qualities. 7–9 The work demonstrates effective application and manipulation of media and materials to reach an assured level of technical competence in the chosen forms and the effective application and manipulation of the formal qualities. C. Conceptual qualities Evidence: curatorial rationale, the submitted artworks, exhibition text and exhibition photographs/video To what extent does the submitted work demonstrate: • effective resolution of imagery, signs and symbols to realize the function, meaning and purpose of the art works, as appropriate to stated intentions? Candidates who fail to submit the minimum number of artworks cannot achieve a mark higher than 6. Mark Descriptor 1–3 The work demonstrates minimal elaboration of ideas, themes or concepts and demonstrates minimal use of imagery, signs or symbols, or the imagery, signs or symbols used are obvious, contrived or superficial. There is minimal communication of artistic intentions. 4–6 The work visually elaborates ideas, themes or concepts to a point of adequate realization and demonstrates the use of imagery, signs or symbols that result in adequate communication of stated artistic intentions. 7–9 The work visually elaborates ideas, themes or concepts to a point of effective realization and demonstrates the subtle use of complex imagery, signs or symbols that result in effective communication of stated artistic intentions.Internal assessment D. Curatorial practice (SL only) Evidence: curatorial rationale, the submitted artworks, exhibition text and exhibition photographs/video To what extent does the curatorial rationale justify: • the selection, arrangement and exhibition of a group of artworks within a designated space? Mark Descriptor 1 The curatorial rationale partially justifies the selection and arrangement of the exhibited works or the curatorial rationale may not be an accurate representation of the exhibition. 2 The curatorial rationale mostly justifies the selection and arrangement of the exhibited works, which are presented and arranged in line with the student’s stated intentions in the space made available to the student. 3 The curatorial rationale fully justifies the selection and arrangement of the exhibited works, which are presented and arranged clearly, as appropriate to the student’s stated intentions within the space made available to the student. D. Curatorial practice (HL only) Evidence: curatorial rationale, the submitted artworks, exhibition text and exhibition photographs/video To what extent does the curatorial rationale demonstrate: • the justification of the selection, arrangement and exhibition of a group of artworks within a designated space? • reflection on how the exhibition conveys an understanding of the relationship between the artworks and the viewer? Mark Descriptor 1 • The curatorial rationale partially justifies the selection and arrangement of the exhibited works or the curatorial rationale is not an accurate representation of the exhibition. • The curatorial rationale conveys little justification for the relationship between the artworks and the viewer within the space made available to the student. 2 • The curatorial rationale mostly justifies the selection and arrangement of the exhibited works. • The curatorial rationale mostly articulates the relationship between the artworks and the viewer within the space made available to the student. 3 • The curatorial rationale fully justifies the selection and arrangement of the exhibited works. • The curatorial rationale effectively articulates the relationship between the artworks and the viewer within the space made available to the student. |