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African Masks African Masks This lesson's goal is to make a 3-dimensional mask using paper sculpture and/or cardboard relief design techniques. Students creatively express an authentic looking African tribal mask demonstrating their understanding of the elements and principles of art. Rubric Code: FXX8W53 By mnicoulin Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: Arts and Design Type: Project Grade Levels: 6-8

African Tribal Masks 100 %
	Excellent 100 pts	Good 90 pts	Poor 80 pts
Durability/Construction	Excellent The mask was a 3-dimensional sculpture using plastic masks and plaster cloth sculpture techniques to express an authentic looking African Tribal Mask.	Good Most of the mask is sturdy, but when displaying it, there are a couple of pieces that might need extra care.	Poor The mask is flimsy and falls apart easily. It may not last for display.
Creativity	Excellent Totally original design and elements. Mask successfully uses symmetry, balance, pattern and unity. Color, composition, and decorative details enhance the mask.	Good Most of the mask elements are unique, however, a few may have been copied. The mask has some resemblance to an authentic African Tribal Mask.	Poor The mask has few or no unique elements. The mask does not resemble those found in the African culture.
Structure	Excellent Students successfully employed 2 or more layers on their mask to represent the 3-dimensional quality.	Good Students used 1-2 layers on their mask and most seem to represent the art of Africa.	Poor Students used no layers or 3-d quality on their mask.
Craftsmanship	Excellent Great care and time were given in the design of the mask. The elements and principles of art are clearly evident. The mask is aesthetically appealing and shows no flaws.	Good The mask design was well thought out and planned using the elements and principles of art. There are a few flaws marks, and added materials, but these do not detract from the overall look.	Poor The mask looks thrown together at the last minute. It appears that little design or planning was done.
Cooperation	Excellent Students are always willing to complete assigned tasks and help set up and clean up projects. Students collaborated and always used studio time and clean up time well.	Good Students are sometimes willing to complete assigned tasks and help set up and clean up projects. Students collaborated and were in seats when class starts and uses studio time appropriately.	Poor Students did not show a willingness to complete assigned tasks and collaborate to help set up and clean up projects. Students were often not in their seat when class starts and/ or rushes to finish.