Title of Learning Segment: Grid Method + Technology Grade: Advanced 7th

Prior Knowledge
Students will have basic prior knowledge on grid method and how to grid an image and use
ratios to transfer an image to a larger substrate. Students will have prior knowledge on value
and how to shade using grid method. Most students also have prior knowledge with how to use
an iPad.
Central Focus
Students will be able to take a digital image, use apps to grid out their image, and create a
digital drawing in an abstracted style similar to that of Chuck Close.

Learning Segment Overview​ 3 Lessons (42 minute ea)

Lesson 1 (Day 1) ​Introduction/EdPuzzle video on Chuck Close
Lesson 2​ ​(Days 2)​ Photo scavenger hunt, demo on grid/drawings apps with guided practice,
studio day
Lesson 3 (Day 3) ​App reminders, studio day and wrap up digital drawings, exit slip

Lesson 1 of 3
Standard Learning Objective Assessment

NVAS VA:Cr2.3.7a Apply To gain knowledge about Formative - Chuck Close

visual organizational Chuck Close and how he EdPuzzle video
strategies to design and uses grid method in his
produce a work of art, design, paintings.
or media that clearly
communicates information or
ideas.

SCVAS VA.CR.IL.2 I can To gain knowledge about Formative - Chuck Close

research a specific technique, Chuck Close and how he EdPuzzle video
style, or artist to explore new uses grid method in his
ways of making art. paintings.

Lesson 2 of 3
Standard Learning Objective Assessment

NVAS VA:Cr2.1.7a Utilize apps to create a digital Teacher feedback during

Demonstrate persistence in drawing using grid method. independent practice
developing skills with various
materials, methods, and
approaches in creating works
of art or design.
 SCVAS VA.CR.IM.2.2 I can Utilize apps to create a digital Teacher feedback during
use processes and drawing using grid method. independent practice
techniques by other artists in
my artwork.

Lesson 3 of 3
Standard Learning Objective Assessment

NVAS VA.Cr2.1.7a Utilize apps to create a digital Digital drawing

Demonstrate persistence in
developing skills with various
materials, methods, and
approaches in creating works
of art or design.
drawing using grid method in Exit slip - triangle, circle,
a style similar to that of square
Chuck Close.

SCVAS VA:CR.IM.2.2 I can Utilize apps to create a digital Digital drawing

use processes and drawing using grid method in Exit slip - triangle, circle,
techniques by other artists in a style similar to that of square
my artwork. Chuck Close.

Academic Language
Students will create a digital drawing utilizing the grid method in a style similar to that of Chuck
Close.
1.​ ​Language Function ​- “create”
2. Vocabulary​ - grid method
3. Discourse OR Syntax​ - by making a digital drawing
4. Practice​ - watch video and respond to questions, create a digital drawing using grid method,
write an exit slip

Key Materials
iPad with apps pre-approved and downloaded: Painting Grid Maker & Autodesk Sketchbook
Chromebook
EdPuzzle video on Chuck Close
Post-it notes
PowerPoint with steps to using apps
Tips and tricks sheet
Exit slip - triangle, circle, square

Instructional Strategies and Learning Tasks (Procedures & Timelines)

Day 1:
Students enter the classroom and sit at their assigned seats (projected on the board). Students
will be called in groups to retrieve their Chromebooks. They will make sure that they get the
correct number Chromebook and that they place the charger cord back in the right spot.
Students will sign in to EdPuzzle using their google account and watch a video on Chuck Close
and how/why he uses grid method in his paintings:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q5FPcRhInfM
EdPuzzle will pause intermittently and ask students questions to make sure they are
understanding what they are watching. Students will only have this class period to finish
watching the video. When the warning alarm goes off, students will place their Chromebooks
back in the assigned spots in the cart and plug in the charger.

Day 2:
Students will enter the classroom and sit in their assigned seats with nothing at their desk. The
teacher will pass out iPads to individual students. The teacher will quickly demonstrate how to
use the iPad and how to take pictures. Students will have 5 minutes to take pictures from the
scavenger hunt: picture of classmate’s face, an art material/medium, and an object from their
backpack. Student’s will then choose their favorite image and turn over their iPads while the
teacher demos how to use the app Painting Grid Maker. The teacher will then use guided
practice to show students step by step how to add a grid to their image (this should only take a
few minutes). The teacher will then ask students to turn over their iPads again while he/she
demos the app Autodesk Sketchbook. Then the teacher will use guided practice to show
students how to add their image, layers, and how to draw. Students must have a grid on their
image, uploaded to Autodesk Sketchbook, AND have it saved to the iPad by the end of class.
The teacher will go around the classroom and put student names on all the iPads and collect
them up.

Day 3:
Students will sit at their assigned seats with nothing at their desk. The teacher will review what
they have learned about Chuck Close and how to use the app Autodesk Sketchbook. The
teacher will pass out sheets with tips and tricks to help them with the app and will also pass out
the iPads to the correct students from the day before. Students will have a studio day to
complete the digital drawings. The teacher will go around and offer assistance and feedback to
individual students. When students are finished with their drawings, they must save the final
image and send it to their google classroom account. Then they will complete an exit slip.

Accommodations
● Representation: I will have objective posted on the board, instructions on a PowerPoint
that will also be verbally read aloud, and tips and tricks printed out
● Engagement: Students will take photos of subject matter of their choice
● Expression: Students will use images of subject matter of their choice
● Individual student with special needs: Accommodations as needed

Resources
Painting Grid Maker & Autodesk Sketchbook apps
EdPuzzle

Artifacts
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q5FPcRhInfM
Triangle, circle, square

3 Facts you learned

“Squares” with your understanding

Something still “circling” in your head