Content Development and Classification of Test Items for Creative Art and Design (CAD)

Content Areas and Competencies

1. Design in Nature and Manmade Environment

Competencies:

• Demonstrate knowledge of design as a concept in art.

• Understand elements/principles of design in natural/man-made environments.

• Apply design elements/principles using available tools/materials.

Descriptive Statements:

1. Explain the concept of design in art.

2. Identify examples of design elements in nature/man-made objects.

3. Distinguish between design principles (e.g., balance, contrast).

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2. Drawing, Shading, Colouring, and Modelling for Design

Competencies:

• Apply 2D/3D techniques (drawing, shading, modelling).

• Analyse differences between 2D/3D artworks.

Descriptive Statements:

1. Compare shading techniques (e.g., cross-hatching, stippling).

2. Describe processes for modelling with clay or paper.

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3. Creativity, Innovation, and the Design Process

Competencies:

• Explain creativity/innovation in art and society.

• Apply design processes to solve problems.

Descriptive Statements:

1. Outline steps in the design process (research, prototyping).

2. Discuss how innovation impacts art and other disciplines.

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4. Media and Techniques in Visual Art

Competencies:

• Use various media (pencils, paints, prints).

• Demonstrate weaving, casting, and assemblage techniques.

Descriptive Statements:

1. Compare printmaking methods (e.g., block printing).

2. Explain steps in creating a mixed-media collage.

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5. Media and Techniques in Performing Art

Competencies:

• Apply musical concepts (tempo, chords, improvisation).

• Demonstrate voice/movement techniques in drama/dance.

Descriptive Statements:

1. Describe Ghanaian dance forms (e.g., Adowa, Agbadza).

2. Explain how tempo changes a musical piece’s mood.

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6–7. Creative & Aesthetic Expression (Visual/Performing Art)

Competencies:

• Produce artworks reflecting diverse cultures/times.

• Exhibit works using design processes.

Descriptive Statements:

1. Curate a display of artworks inspired by global cultures.

2. Reflect on how historical events influence art styles.

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8–9. Connections in Local/Global Cultures

Competencies:

• Correlate artworks with cultural/topical issues.

• Create performances addressing societal themes.

Descriptive Statements:

1. Analyze how African artists address climate change in art.

2. Choreograph a dance highlighting cultural unity.

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10. Assessing Creative Learners and Their Artworks

Competencies:

• Identify traits of creative learners.

• Apply differentiated assessment strategies.

Descriptive Statements:

1. Design a rubric for evaluating student portfolios.

2. Compare assessment methods (peer review vs. self-critique).

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Table of Specification (Test Item Classification)

Key:

• Level 1: Recall (definitions, facts).

• Level 2: Basic skills (compare, describe).

• Level 3: Strategic thinking (analyse, apply).

• Level 4: Extended reasoning (create, critique).

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