Art and Technology: Digital Tools
Students explore how digital tools and platforms are used in contemporary art creation, exhibition, and dissemination, from digital painting to virtual reality.
Key Questions
- Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of creating art using digital tools versus traditional media.
- Analyze how social media platforms impact the way art is shared and consumed.
- Design a digital artwork that explores a contemporary social issue.
Ontario Curriculum Expectations
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