November A Level, GCSE and International GCSE Art Update | Pearson qualifications

A Level, GCSE and International GCSE Art November update

Fri Nov 01 14:57:00 UTC 2024

Welcome to the November update from your Subject Advisor

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To all the centres that have recently enjoyed a school break, I hope you were able to take some time to relax and recharge. I also hope that the school year is going well for everyone and that you are finding it to be productive and fulfilling.

Please take a moment to explore the resources in this update, mark the training events in your calendar, and familiarise yourself with relevant news and information. We are here to support you in creating a positive and inclusive learning environment for your students.

Thank you for your dedication and hard work. Wishing you continued success this school year!

For updates on the qualification(s) you deliver, please click on the relevant sections below.

This update includes:

 
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 General Updates

The January Challenge 2025
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Become a Creativity Champion!

64 Million Artists (supported by Pearson) have created a resource pack for schools to support delivery of The January Challenge 2025.

This initiative will help more students, and more teachers feel creative at school, creating a stronger sense of community, agency, wellbeing, and a capacity to engage with the curriculum.

We hope a creative January inspires a creative February and beyond!

Learn more about The January Challenge

Download the Creativity Champions pack for schools

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Art and Design Network Events

These free online events are designed to look at various aspects of teaching and learning in Art and Design and are an opportunity to discuss ideas with subject experts and fellow teachers. 

View all training and events on Pearson Professional Development Academy
Curriculum Planning
Use of AI in Art and Design
Fostering Creativity and Originality in Textile Design
Promoting a Creative and Personal Design Process in 3D Design
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Updated Artist Directory

Check out our Artist Directory, recently updated to include more artists! This resource aims to share an initial list of artists from a variety of backgrounds and communities to help students explore a wide range of voices within different artistic traditions.

View the Artist Directory (XLSX|1.1 MB)

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New Pearson Edexcel Art and Design Facebook Group

We’re excited to announce the launch of our first teacher group for those teaching our GCSE, International GCSE and A level Art and Design qualifications. Created to give Art and Design teachers a private, professional space to discuss teaching and learning ideas and ask general questions, the community is run by your Art and Design Subject Advisor, Jaclyn Wiid. 

Join the Art and Design teachers Facebook group

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 GCSE Art and Design Updates

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Free Face-to-Face Coursework Marking Training
Free Online Training
Bitesize Videos
Planning Resources
Exemplar Gallery and Assessment Materials
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 International GCSE Art and Design Updates

Key Dates
Bitesize Videos
Planning Resources
Exemplar Gallery and Assessment Materials
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 A Level Art and Design Updates

Key Dates
Free Face-to-Face Coursework Marking Training
Free Online Training
Bitesize Videos
Planning Resources
Exemplar Gallery and Assessment Materials
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 A Level History of Art Updates

Check out our new resource:
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Scope of work lists (pdf | 242.4 KB)
These lists have been created in 2024 with a view to making the qualification even more inclusive and supporting teachers looking for resources for works beyond the traditional canon.

These lists are designed to suggest a range of sources to inspire students. They are not exhaustive and the 2017 lists still remain valid.
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Question Papers and Mark Schemes
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 Helpful Resources and Inspiration

Importance of the Arts in Education

The importance of the arts in education and the value they bring to young people is at the heart of what we do. Designing courses that give students an authentic creative experience is a priority and it is vital that we continue to raise the profile of our subjects in education and beyond. As such, below is a range of external resources invaluable to your wider curriculum development.
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NSEAD iJADE 2024 Conference

This year’s iJADE conference will be held in partnership with Liverpool Hope University, with the theme of Peace. This event will take place online 7 November 2024 and in person 9 November 2024 in Liverpool.

Book the iJADE 2024 conference

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Audio Descriptions of Artwork

Did you know that Art UK provides audio descriptions of artworks? These valuable resources not only assist individuals with visual impairments but also aid all learners in developing a deeper comprehension of artworks.

Check out Art UKs audio description resources 

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Ways of Seeing Conference

The Association for Art History will be hosting their annual Ways of Seeing conference for all A level History of Art teachers and students on 23 November 2024. The day includes talks, discussions and workshops on ways of thinking about art in relation to a specific theme.

Book the Ways of Seeing 2024 conference

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The Superpower of Looking NEW Resource

Art UK has published a new, free resource to encourage visual literacy, taking the world of art and images as its starting point. The Superpower of Looking: a powerful portrait by Kehinde Wiley focuses on Wiley's 2020 painting 'Portrait of Melissa Thompson'. 

View the free teaching resource from Art UK

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V&A Innovate

V&A Innovate is an annual National Schools Challenge, asking students in years 7, 8 and 9 to work in teams of 4 – 6 to design a solution to a real-world problem. Deadline for entry is 10 January 2025.

Learn more and register to take part 

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Art Bytes

Art Bytes is a national art and EdTech programme for primary, secondary and SEND schools, combining an inter-school art competition with a bespoke virtual gallery. It aims to nurture talent, raise ambition and develop confidence, as well as support mental health and help develop vital skills for future employment.

Learn more about Art Bytes 

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Free How-To Guides

The eduction supplier Dryad publishes a series of free how-to guides, centered around a wide range of artistic mediums including printmaking, painting, drawing, and more. These guides offer helpful tutorials for both educators and learners alike.

Explore the free How-To Guides

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Culture and Place Data Explorer

The Arts Council England have launched an interactive tool help build a detailed picture of what culture and creativity looks like in a specific area. The Culture and Place Data Explorer can instantly produce detailed reports and dashboards of local authority areas with local, regional and national comparisons.

Learn more about the Culture and Place Data Explorer tool

 

Thank you!

I hope you found this update useful. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch with me and the team using the contact details below. 


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