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PROGRAMS
& SERVICES:
CURRICULUM
& ASSESSMENT:
ARTS
(Updated
5/8/08)
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OVERVIEW
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Arts education in Vermont is currently centered on the new Arts Grade Cluster Expectation (GCEs). Arts GCEs are organized by the four art forms; art, dance, music and theater. Like the Grade Level Expectations in other content areas, the Arts Grade Cluster Expectations are more specific statements of the Vermont standards in Vermont Framework of Standards & Learning Opportunities. However, unlike the Grade Level Expectations which delineate specific grade levels, these grade expectations are organized by Grade Clusters (pre-K and K; 1 and 2, 3 and 4; 5 and 6; 7 and 8; and high school). The purpose of using grade clusters is to provide additional flexibility for alignment of local curriculum and local comprehensive assessment systems.
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LINKS
TO CURRENTLY AVAILABLE INFORMATION (Updated
5/8/08)
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Valid Models of Assessment in the Arts
The department is currently working with other New England states in identifying valid models of assessment in the arts. In addition, plans are underway to organize professional development networks in Arts to assist teachers in establishing connections between the Arts Grade Cluster Expectations and assessment strategies and models. Educators are encouraged to share reliable and innovative local models of assessment with Gail Kilkelly at (802) 828-6560 or gail.kilkelly@state.vt.us. |
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Arts Grade Expectations
A grade expectation (GE) is a stated objective that relates directly to a Vermont standard and associated evidences. A GE differentiates performance on content knowledge or skills between adjacent grade levels and describe clearly what students will do to show that they understand a designated concept. As a set, GEs should lead to focused, coherent, and developmentally appropriate instruction without narrowing the curriculum and can be used for local curriculum and assessment development.
The GEs also are offered in the following formats:
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New England Arts Assessment Institute for 2008 (Added 5/8/08)
The 3rd Annual New England Arts Assessment Institute will be held on August 5-8, 2008 at Castleton State College, Castleton, Vermont. A collaboration of the Vermont and New Hampshire Departments of Education, this high quality professional development training is available at the beginner, intermediate and experienced levels to K-16 music, visual art, theatre and dance teachers. Faculty and staff are recognized regionally and nationally as experts in the field of arts assessment. Three graduate credits are available through the Center for Schools at Castleton State College. To receive an informational booklet and registration form, contact Gail Kilkelly, Coordinator for Arts and World Languages at (802) 828-6560 or gail.kilkelly@state.vt.us. |
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Arts Education in Vermont Newsletters
This periodic newsletter will include important information on arts curriculum, instruction and assessment. Feature articles may also including interesting or innovative programs developed by Vermont’s arts educators and other items of interest. Subscribe to the newsletter by sending your request to gail.kilkelly@state.vt.us.
- March 2008
Issue features: Highlights—Arts Assessment Institute 2007; Arts Assessment Institute 2008; Reading Recommendations from the Arts Education Partnership; “Extending the Dance Map” Tri-state Dana Grant for dance education hosted at Lyndon Institute; Grant Opportunities at the Vermont Arts Council
- December 2007 (Special Edition)
This special edition of the newsletter is dedicated to the U. S. Capitol Christmas Tree project and features photos of a variety of ornaments and decorations created by Vermont students and community artists. NOTE: This document is 1.7MB.
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Arts Curriculum Resources & Events of Interest
View information and links about the FREE "Jazz Curriculum" from the National Endowment for the Arts and Jazz at Lincoln Center. |
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CONTACT
INFORMATION
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Gail Kilkelly, Arts Assessment Coordinator
(802) 828-6560 (P)
(802) 828-6563 (F)
gail.kilkelly@state.vt.us
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