Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Media Arts 9-12

Other Maryland Fine Arts sets

Anchor Standard 1: Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work.MA:Cr1

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    IndicatorsMA:Cr1.I

    1. a

      Use identified generative methods to formulate multiple ideas, develop artistic goals, and problem solve in media arts creation processes. Strategically utilize generative methods.MA:Cr1.I:9-12:1

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    ExpectationsMA:Cr1.E

    1. a

      Work independently to create a visual representation of formulated ideas.MA:Cr1.E:9-12:1

    2. b

      Act on creative ideas to generate artistic goals.MA:Cr1.E:9-12:2

    3. c

      Predict potential obstacles and generate possible solutions.MA:Cr1.E:9-12:3

Anchor Standard 2: Organize and develop artistic ideas and work.MA:Cr2

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    IndicatorsMA:Cr2.I

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      Apply aesthetic criteria in developing, proposing, and refining artistic ideas, project designs, prototypes, and production processes for media arts productions.MA:Cr2.I:9-12:1

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    ExpectationsMA:Cr2.E

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      Apply elements of media arts to refine brainstormed ideas into a production plan.MA:Cr2.E:9-12:1

Anchor Standard 3: Refine and complete artistic work.MA:Cr3

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    IndicatorsMA:Cr3.I

    1. a

      Consolidate production processes and synthesize content to demonstrate deliberate choices in complex media arts productions.MA:Cr3.I:9-12:1

    2. b

      Refine and modify aesthetic elements and technical components to intentionally form impactful expressions in media artworks.MA:Cr3.I:9-12:2

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    ExpectationsMA:Cr3.E

    1. a

      Apply aesthetic and technical fundamentals to modify production plan.MA:Cr3.E:9-12:1

    2. b

      Analyze media production plan to create a meaningful impact in their final product(s).MA:Cr3.E:9-12:2

Anchor Standard 4: Analyze, interpret, and select artistic work for presentation.MA:Pr4

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    IndicatorsMA:Pr4.I

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      Integrate and synthesize various arts, media arts forms, and content into unified media arts productions.MA:Pr4.I:9-12:1

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    ExpectationsMA:Pr4.E

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      Access, evaluate, use and manage multiple types of media (video, sound, still pictures) with academic content to produce one media product that has a consistent theme.MA:Pr4.E:9-12:1

Anchor Standard 5: Develop and refine artistic work for presentation.MA:Pr5

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    IndicatorsMA:Pr5.I

    1. a

      Demonstrate and employ artistic, design, technical, and soft skills in managing and producing media artworks.MA:Pr5.I:9-12:1

    2. b

      Develop and refine a determined range of creative and adaptive innovation abilities.MA:Pr5.I:9-12:2

    3. c

      Demonstrate adaptation and innovation in the production of media artworks.MA:Pr5.I:9-12:3

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    ExpectationsMA:Pr5.E

    1. a

      Be self-directed learners to define artistic/technical skill sets and roles for media production plan.MA:Pr5.E:9-12:1

    2. b

      Define and develop the skill sets needed to execute media production plan.MA:Pr5.E:9-12:2

    3. c

      Apply and adapt use of tools and techniques to construct innovative media content.MA:Pr5.E:9-12:3

Anchor Standard 6: Convey meaning through the presentation of artistic work.MA:Pr6

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    IndicatorsMA:Pr6.I

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      Curate and design the presentation and distribution of collections of media artworks in multiple formats for different audiences.MA:Pr6.I:9-12:1

    2. b

      Evaluate and implement improvements in presenting media artworks.MA:Pr6.I:9-12:2

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    ExpectationsMA:Pr6.E

    1. a

      Communicate a clear purpose and setting for presentation of media production or multiple media artworks. Manage distribution of media product(s).MA:Pr6.E:9-12:1

    2. b

      Critique presentation and/or distributed materials and implement improvements.MA:Pr6.E:9-12:2

Anchor Standard 7: Perceive and analyze artistic work.MA:Re7

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    IndicatorsMA:Re7.I

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      Analyze the qualities and relationships of the components and audience impact in a variety of media artworks.MA:Re7.I:9-12:1

    2. b

      Analyze audience experience and create intention.MA:Re7.I:9-12:2

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    ExpectationsMA:Re7.E

    1. a

      Analyze the intended messages and audience experiences presented through a variety of media components.MA:Re7.E:9-12:1

Anchor Standard 8: Interpret intent and meaning in artistic work.MA:Re8

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    IndicatorsMA:Re8.I

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      Analyze the intent, meanings, and reception of a variety of media artworks.MA:Re8.I:9-12:1

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    ExpectationsMA:Re8.E

    1. a

      Analyze media from the media arts industry to discuss intent, meaning, and audience reception.MA:Re8.E:9-12:1

    2. b

      Analyze their media product(s) to discuss intent, meaning, and audience reception.MA:Re8.E:9-12:2

Anchor Standard 9: Apply criteria to evaluate artistic work.MA:Re9

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    IndicatorsMA:Re9.I

    1. a

      Using industry-standardized criteria, evaluate production processes and final media products.MA:Re9.E:9-12:1

    2. b

      Evaluate media art works and production processes using identified criteria.MA:Re9.I:9-12:1

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    ExpectationsMA:Re9.E

    1. a

      Using industry-standardized criteria, evaluate production processes and final media products.MA: Cn9.E:9-12.1

Anchor Standard 10: Synthesize and relate knowledge and personal experiences to make art.MA:Cn10

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    IndicatorsMA:Cn10.I

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      Access, evaluate, and use resources to form the creation of original media artworks.MA:Cn10.I:9-12:1

    2. b

      Explain and demonstrate how the use of media artworks expands meaning and cultural experiences.MA:Cn10.I:9-12:2

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    ExpectationsMA:Cn10.E

    1. a

      Access, evaluate, use, and manage resources to create media products.MA:Cn10.E:9-12:1

    2. b

      Make claims with supporting evidence to show how decisions change elements of media.MA:Cn10.E:9-12:2

Anchor Standard 11: Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural, and historical context to deepen understanding.MA:Cn11

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    IndicatorsMA:Cn11.I

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      Demonstrate and explain how media artworks and ideas relate to various contexts, purposes and values in society.MA:Cn11.I:9-12:1

    2. b

      Critically evaluate and effectively interact with the legal, technological, systemic, and vocational contexts of media arts.MA:Cn11.I:9-12:2

    3. c

      Describe influences and interactions among media arts, dance, music, theatre, visual arts, and other disciplines, citing research.MA:Cn11.I:9-12:3

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    ExpectationsMA:Cn11.E

    1. a

      Reason effectively how media reflects different contexts, cultures, and values in society.MA:Cn11.E:9-12:1

    2. b

      Critically apply technology safely and effectively considering media literacy and vocational standards.MA:Cn11.E:9-12:2

    3. c

      Analyze and evaluate the impact of an artist or a group of artists on the beliefs, values, and behaviors of a society.MA:Cn11.E:9-12:3

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?
Maryland State Fine Arts Standards

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