Functional Crafts for Everyday Life
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Functional Crafts for Everyday Life

Grade 8Art4 days
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Inquiry Framework

Question Framework

Driving Question

The overarching question that guides the entire project.How can we create innovative functional crafts that solve everyday problems in our homes and schools?

Essential Questions

Supporting questions that break down major concepts.
  • Apa yang dimaksud dengan kerajinan fungsional dan bagaimana pengaplikasiannya dalam kehidupan sehari-hari?
  • Bagaimana cara mengidentifikasi permasalahan di lingkungan sekitar yang dapat dipecahkan dengan kerajinan fungsional?
  • Bagaimana proses pengembangan ide awal hingga menjadi produk kerajinan fungsional yang inovatif?
  • Bagaimana cara efektif berkomunikasi dan menyampaikan ide serta produk kerajinan secara kelompok?

Standards & Learning Goals

Learning Goals

By the end of this project, students will be able to:
  • Understand the concept and applications of functional crafts in daily life.
  • Identify problems within the home and school environment that can be addressed with functional crafts.
  • Develop initial ideas for creating functional crafts that are innovative and practical.
  • Present exploration results effectively through group discussion and presentations.

Indonesian Art Curriculum Standards

AR-08.Cr.01
Primary
Students will demonstrate an understanding of craft and its applications through creating functional art.Reason: Addresses the understanding and application of functional crafts, as required by the project.

Common Core Standards

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.8.1
Primary
Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 8 topics, texts, and issues, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly.Reason: Essential for students to participate in group discussions and presentations effectively, as part of the project requirements.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.8.4
Secondary
Present claims and findings, emphasizing salient points in a focused, coherent manner with relevant evidence, sound valid reasoning, and well-chosen details; use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation.Reason: Supports the presentation skills required to share exploration results effectively in group settings.

Next Generation Science Standards

NGSS.ETS1.A
Secondary
Define the criteria and constraints of a design problem with sufficient precision to ensure a successful solution, taking into account relevant scientific principles and potential impacts on people and the natural environment that may limit possible solutions.Reason: Involves identifying and solving problems in environments using innovative solutions, similar to developing functional crafts.

Entry Events

Events that will be used to introduce the project to students

Home Improvement Hackathon

Begin with a virtual tour of various households showcasing innovative handmade improvements. Challenge students to identify issues in their own homes or schools that could be solved with functional crafts, sparking discussions on practicality and creativity.
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Portfolio Activities

Portfolio Activities

These activities progressively build towards your learning goals, with each submission contributing to the student's final portfolio.
Activity 1

Craft Concept Explorer

Students delve into the world of functional crafts, exploring their definition, purpose, and real-world applications. They will analyze examples and distinguish functional crafts from other art forms.

Steps

Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.
1. Introduce students to functional crafts through examples and discussions on their significance in daily life.
2. Have students research different types of functional crafts and document their findings.
3. Conduct a class discussion where students share their research and reflect on the distinct characteristics of functional crafts.

Final Product

What students will submit as the final product of the activityA reflective journal entry outlining students' understanding of functional crafts and their applications.

Alignment

How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsAligns with AR-08.Cr.01, focusing on understanding craft and its applications.
Activity 2

Problem-Finder's Workshop

Guided workshop where students identify and define real-life problems within their home or school environment that can be addressed through creating functional crafts.

Steps

Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.
1. Students brainstorm and list various issues they encounter in their home or school settings.
2. Facilitate a session where students evaluate which problems can be practically solved with a functional craft.
3. Students document the chosen problems with details and justifications.

Final Product

What students will submit as the final product of the activityA detailed problem statement document including the identified issues and potential scope for solving them through crafts.

Alignment

How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsSupports NGSS.ETS1.A by defining design problem criteria and constraints.
Activity 3

Innovative Idea Incubator

Activity focused on developing initial innovative ideas for functional crafts based on identified problems. Students will sketch, conceptualize, and plan their craft project.

Steps

Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.
1. Students sketch initial ideas for functional crafts that solve their identified problems.
2. Organize peer review sessions where students present ideas and gather feedback.
3. Refine ideas and prepare a brief draft outlining the craft's intended function, materials, and design.

Final Product

What students will submit as the final product of the activityA drafted concept outline illustrating the craft design, function, and materials.

Alignment

How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsIntegrates NGSS.ETS1.A by taking into account design constraints and criteria.
Activity 4

Craft Communication Challenge

Students engage in group discussions and presentations to communicate their craft ideas and receive peer feedback, focusing on presentation skills and effective communication.

Steps

Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.
1. Arrange for students to present their concepts in small groups, emphasizing clarity and coherence.
2. Facilitate peer evaluations to provide constructive feedback on presentation and content quality.
3. Students incorporate feedback and revise presentations, improving delivery techniques.

Final Product

What students will submit as the final product of the activityA revised presentation of the craft design concept, with clear communication and presentation skills.

Alignment

How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsResonates with CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.8.1 and CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.8.4 by focusing on discussion and presentation skills.
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Rubric & Reflection

Portfolio Rubric

Grading criteria for assessing the overall project portfolio

Functional Crafts Portfolio Assessment Rubric

Category 1

Understanding of Functional Crafts

Evaluation of student's understanding of functional crafts, their significance, and their applications in real life.
Criterion 1

Craft Conceptualization

The student's ability to define and understand the concepts of functional crafts.

Exemplary
4 Points

Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of functional crafts with thorough analysis and clear distinctions from other art forms.

Proficient
3 Points

Shows a solid understanding of functional crafts with clear explanation.

Developing
2 Points

Displays a basic understanding of functional crafts with some inaccuracies.

Beginning
1 Points

Shows limited understanding and struggles to differentiate between art forms.

Criterion 2

Application Recognition

Understanding of real-world applications of functional crafts.

Exemplary
4 Points

Identifies multiple nuanced applications of functional crafts in various contexts.

Proficient
3 Points

Recognizes several applicable uses of functional crafts.

Developing
2 Points

Identifies a few applications but lacks depth.

Beginning
1 Points

Struggles to identify practical applications of functional crafts.

Category 2

Problem Identification and Analysis

Assesses student's ability to identify and analyze problems in the environment that can be solved with functional crafts.
Criterion 1

Problem Identification

Student’s skill in identifying real-life issues in the home or school environment.

Exemplary
4 Points

Identifies numerous relevant issues with insightful detail and context.

Proficient
3 Points

Identifies several relevant issues clearly.

Developing
2 Points

Identifies some issues but with limited relevance or detail.

Beginning
1 Points

Struggles to identify relevant issues.

Criterion 2

Analytical Detail

Depth of analysis in evaluating problem significance and solution potential.

Exemplary
4 Points

Provides a thorough and insightful analysis of problems, considering various impact factors.

Proficient
3 Points

Offers a detailed analysis of problems with some impact considerations.

Developing
2 Points

Provides basic analysis lacking depth.

Beginning
1 Points

Limited or unclear analysis of identified problems.

Category 3

Innovation and Planning of Crafts

Evaluates student's creativity, planning skills, and initial design of functional crafts.
Criterion 1

Ideation and Creativity

Creativity in idea generation for innovative craft design.

Exemplary
4 Points

Generates highly original and imaginative ideas that are well-articulated.

Proficient
3 Points

Shows creativity with original ideas and clear articulation.

Developing
2 Points

Presents ideas with limited originality or clarity.

Beginning
1 Points

Displays minimal originality or idea development.

Criterion 2

Design and Feasibility

Student’s ability to design practical and innovative craft solutions.

Exemplary
4 Points

Designs are highly feasible, innovative, and well-detailed.

Proficient
3 Points

Designs are feasible and show innovative thinking.

Developing
2 Points

Designs show some feasibility but lack innovation.

Beginning
1 Points

Designs are impractical or underdeveloped.

Category 4

Communication and Presentation Skills

Assesses the effectiveness and clarity of student's communication and presentation of their craft ideas.
Criterion 1

Clarity and Coherence

The student's ability to communicate their ideas clearly and logically.

Exemplary
4 Points

Communicates ideas with exceptional clarity, coherence, and engagement.

Proficient
3 Points

Communicates ideas clearly and logically.

Developing
2 Points

Communicates ideas with some clarity; may lack coherence.

Beginning
1 Points

Struggles to communicate ideas clearly or logically.

Criterion 2

Feedback Integration

Ability to integrate peer feedback into presentations.

Exemplary
4 Points

Effectively integrates feedback, showing significant improvement in presentations.

Proficient
3 Points

Incorporates feedback, showing noticeable improvements.

Developing
2 Points

Some feedback is incorporated; limited improvement.

Beginning
1 Points

Minimal incorporation of feedback; lacks improvement.

Reflection Prompts

End-of-project reflection questions to get students to think about their learning
Question 1

Reflect on your understanding of functional crafts and their applications in daily life. How has your perspective changed from the beginning of this project?

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Question 2

On a scale of 1 to 5, how confident are you in your ability to identify problems that can be solved with functional crafts?

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Question 3

What were the most challenging aspects of developing your initial craft ideas, and how did you overcome these challenges?

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Question 4

Which skills do you feel you have improved the most during this project?

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Options
Problem identification
Idea development
Presentation skills
Collaboration
Question 5

Reflect on the feedback you received during the presentation phase. How has it impacted your final project revision?

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Question 6

How effective do you think your final presentation was? What would you change if you could do it again?

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