Artist║Designer║Educator
Teaching Practice
Peer Learning
As part of my undergraduate, I engaged in collaborative learning to develop and present a Unit of Learning for second level pupils based on my Studio Discipline, while also demonstrating relevant skills and techniques in a workshop format to my peers.
National College of Art & Design
Thomas Street, Dublin 8
Through collaborative learning, my partner and I were required to produce a unit of learning suitable for Junior or Senior cycle students based on our studio discipline of Print, for dissemination to peers through a presentation. We also delivered a practical component of the UoL to the rest of our peers and individually reflected on personal learning gained during this Peer Learning module.
Unit of Learning
1 Year - Collagraph Print
Theme: Sea Life
Aim:
Based on the theme “Sea Life” students will use recycled materials to create a relief collagraph print exploring line, texture, and shape.
Learning Intentions:
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Explore the theme through written and visual research.
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Develop observation skills through explorative drawing of found primary objects.
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Experiment with composition through ideation sketches.
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Apply their understanding of texture and balance to create a collagraph plate.
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Appreciate the importance of a sustainable art practice ie. using found and recycled materials.
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Experiment with colour through choice of ink and background papers.
Learning Outcomes:
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1.1 analyse their work, or that of another, using appropriate vocabulary and knowledge.
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3.5 experiment with design ideas through research and analytical drawing.
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1.12 apply their understanding of the art elements and design principles to make an artwork.
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1.8 discuss examples of historical and contemporary visual artwork
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3.6 design a final work based on their drawings.