Browse the Lesson Plans by Arts Content Standards

Oregon Arts Content Standards:

Click one of the content standards listed below to browse lessons targeted to that standard. Or click the category headings to view the full content standards table.

Aesthetics and Art Criticism

• Standard 1: Explain and analyze works of art, applying knowledge of technical, organizational and aesthetic elements.
• Standard 2: Respond to works of art, giving reasons for preferences.

Create, Present, Perform

• Standard 1: Apply artistic elements and technical skills to create, present and/or perform works of art for a variety of audiences and purposes.
• Standard 2: Express ideas, moods and feelings through various art forms.
• Standard 3: Communicate verbally and in writing about one’s own artwork.

Historical and Cultural Perspectives

• Standard 1: Relate works of art from various time periods and cultures to each other.
• Standard 2: Describe how historical and cultural contexts influence works of art.
• Standard 3: Describe how the arts serve a variety of personal, professional, practical, community and cultural needs, and can influence individuals, communities and cultures.