The Virtual Gramophone
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Educational Resources

What's in a Song?

Assessment Criteria

Program Area: Fine Arts, Music
Criterion: Understanding of concepts
Attainment Descriptors:
The student

• Was able to follow beat with clapping
• Was able to reproduce the beat without music playing
• Was able to follow rhythm with hand movements

Program Area: Fine Arts, Music
Criterion: Analysis and appreciation of music
Attainment Descriptors:
The student

• Identified feelings evoked by a particular piece of music.
• Communicated thoughts and feelings about music she or he heard, using language and a variety of art forms and media.
• Explained, using appropriate music terminology, preferences for specific songs or pieces of music.

Program Area: Fine Arts, Visual Arts
Criterion: Creative work
Attainment Descriptors:
The student

• Created two-dimensional artwork that communicates his or her reaction to the music
• Explained elements of music to class, group or teacher

Program Area: Language Arts, Writing
Criterion: Communication
Attainment Descriptor:

• The student communicated responses clearly on the handout

Program Area: Language Arts, Oral and Visual Communication
Criterion: Conventions
Attainment Descriptors:
The student

• Worked well in group to produce dance for music
• Listened to others respectfully without interrupting
• Participated in whole class activities