Selected Works Rubric
Maya King
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Study Guide Overview
This AP Art & Design study guide covers Selected Works scoring (holistic scoring, preponderance of evidence, and criteria A, B, and C), the exam rubric (scores 1-5), key takeaways and exam tips (visual-verbal harmony, synergy), final exam focus (elements and principles of design, material choices, process documentation, clear articulation), common question types (multiple choice, short answer, free response), and practice questions with a scoring breakdown.
#AP Art & Design: Night Before Study Guide
Hey there, future art star! ✨ Feeling the pre-exam jitters? No worries, this guide is designed to be your super-powered sidekick for the AP Art & Design exam. Let's make sure you're not just ready, but confident.
#🚀 Overview: Selected Works (40% of Your Score)
Your selected works are a big deal, making up 40% of your total score. This means choosing your best pieces is crucial. Let's break down how these are graded so you can make sure you're hitting all the right notes. Remember, it's about showing your skills, your process, and your ideas – all working together in harmony.
#General Scoring Note
The preponderance of evidence rule means your score will reflect the majority of your work's quality. If most of your pieces are a '4', that's likely your score, even if one or two are a bit lower. But here's the catch: If your written explanation doesn't match your artwork, the highest you can score is a 2. So, make sure your words and visuals are in sync!
#Holistic Scoring
Your five selected works are graded as a single unit. Think of it like a band – even if one member has an off night, the overall performance is what counts. The graders are looking at the overall level of quality, not just individual pieces. If you have 2 pieces that are a '3' and 3 pieces that are a '4', the overall score will be a '4'.
#Scoring Criteria: The ABCs
Your work is assessed across three main areas:
- A. 2D/3D/Drawing Art and Design Skills: How well do you use the elements and principles of design in your chosen medium? This is all about your technical skills.
- B. Materials, Processes, and Ideas: How effectively do your materials and processes communicate your ideas? This is about making choices that support your vision.
- C. Writing: How well can you identify and explain your ideas and processes? This is about clarity and connection.
#🔍 Deep Dive: The Rubric
Here's a breakdown of each score point, focusing on what makes each one unique. Remember, the rubric is designed to show a range of achievement within each level. So, focus on the qualifiers that distinguish each score.
#Score Point 1: Little to No Evidence
At this level, there's little to no evidence of achievement in any of the three areas. It's like the artwork is just starting to find its way.
| Criteria | Description |
|---|---|
| A | Unsatisfactory evidence of skills. |
| B | Unsatisfactory evidence of the relationship between materials, processes... |
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