Year 8 Autumn Term 2020 Knowledge Organisers
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Subject: ArtTopic: World events– in the newsDates: AutumnTerm, Year 8Additional Information:N/AEssential VocabularyCompositionThe placement or arrangement ofvisual elements in a piece ofartwork.WeavingWeaving is a method thatcombines two sets of materials(paper, threads, fabrics, plasticetc) that are interlaced to form apatterned sheet.Current eventsImportant events that arehappening in the world that canbe tracked in the news.PatternA structure that organisessurfaces in an organised manner.ColourpsychologyThe study of colours in reaction tohuman behaviour, How a colourmakes you feel or changes yourfeelings or reactions tosomething.TextureThe perceived surface quality of awork of art.NarrativeA movement which flourished in1950’s. Based on modern popularculture.It came from a French word ‘toglue.’ The assembling of differentforms, for example assemblage(a collection or gathering ofthings) of paper.CollageMyriam DionAi Wei WeiHannah Hoch····-Myriam Dion – Canadian mixed media artistwork is inspired by and looks at world currentevents.- Collages and waves newspapers to create a tapestryimage.- Images are beautiful but have a deeper meaningwhen the work is analysed in more detail.- Tries to question society and how quickly newschanges and is forgotten.- Her···Ai Weiwei – Chinese, Conceptual artist·- His artwork highlights human right violations on a large·scale.·- Has been arrested in Hong Kong for mocking the localgovernment with his art.Social arts- People who use creative skills to and work withpeople or organisations in their community to try andforce a change in society.- Artists use their views on the work to influence theirwork to explain their ideas to others through a visualformat.- Social art can take on any art form from painting,drawing, sculpture and collages.- Arts can be used as a form of protest to inspireothers to make change.Hannah Hoch - German, Photo montage artist- Collaged photographs together; often the imageswere unrelated.- Often added popular images into her work.- Part of a movement in art called ‘Dada.’- The Dada movement started after WW1 – it mockedsociety’s attitudes. It made art that was not pleasing tothe eye.Additional information can be found video the following websites and videos;Expressionism: ismWassily Kandinsky: sky-1382Sonia Delaunay: ctionOrphism: https://www.tate.org.uk/art/art-terms/o/orphism
Subject: ComputingTopic: 8.1 Introduction toDates: Autumn 1PythonEssential ionFor LoopIDEIf StatementA sequence of step by step instructions tosolve a problem or carry out a task. , -, /, *, . Used in mathematicalexpressions e.g. num1 num2 sum.A value that cannot be altered by theprogram during normal execution, i.e., thevalue is constant.Decisions lead to different paths throughthe program. These paths represent theresult of making a choice.Instruction to repeat a process a setnumber of times.Integrated Development Environment: Asoftware application that providescomprehensive facilities to computerprogrammers for software development.An IDE normally consists of a source codeeditor, build automation tools & adebugger.True or False question used to makedecisions.InefficiencyDoing something in a manner whichwastes effort.IterationRepetition of a process or part of riablePython Key Syntax:FOR LOOP (Count Controlled)To Draw a Squarespecial symbols in Python that carry outarithmetic or logical computation.One of the 3 basic programmingconstructs. Instructions which canevaluate a Boolean expression & thenbranch the code to one or morealternatives paths is branching / selection.One of the 3 basic programmingconstructs. Instructions happening oneafter the other in order is sequence.The rules of programming language.A value that can change, depending onconditions or on information passed to theprogram.Data assigned to a named object that canbe changed during the programWHILE LOOP (Condition Controlled)To Draw a SpiralAdditional information can be found video the following websites and videos;Teach Yourself Python: https://www.teachyourselfpython.com/Python Language Main Site: https://www.python.org/Variables etc: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v AaLk fEVCIY&list PLCiOXwirraUAvkTPDWeeSqAKty3LAG37&index 463 Main Programming Constructs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v TuysZSLqh4M&t 13s
Subject: ComputingTopic: 8.1 Digital Project – e-Dates: Autumn 1SafetyEssential VocabularyAlignmentThe Position of various elements on your pageAnimationA visual effect causing objects on a slide to moveComputerMisuse ActIs designed to protect computer users againstwilful attacks and theft of informationCopyrightIs a legal right protecting the use of your work.Digital ctualpropertyLayoutLegislationMalwareMaster arismSourceSpamThemeWhite SpaceIs the trail you leave when you visit different siteson the internet. You can view your footprint byvisiting the browser history section of yourbrowser.Encoding readable data called plaintext intounreadable data called cipher text.Sets of characters, numbers and symbols in aspecific style or design.General Data Protection Regulations, A legalframework that sets guidelines for the collectionand processing of personal information ofindividuals.Is geographical location information that is storedby smartphones & tablets to provide data aboutyou.Attempting to gain access to a computer systemunlawfully.Is an idea that you invented that belongs to you,for example, an image that is copyrighted.The predefined arrangement of placeholders fortext or images.The Process of making or enacting laws to makethings illegal.Software written to cause loss of data, encryptionof data, fraud & identity theft: virus, worm, trojan,ransomware & spyware.The design template or theme used for each slidein the presentation.A set of data that describes & gives informationabout other data.Correct or acceptable way of communicating onthe internet.Trying to befriend & create an emotionalconnection with a child, resulting in not goodintensions.Sending emails purporting to be from reputablecompanies to induce people to reveal personalinformation.Presenting someone else’s work or ideas as yourown.A place, person, or thing from which somethingoriginates or can be obtained.Junk e-mail, usually sent with a commercialpurpose.Colour scheme for the background, bullets, text,etc.Space that surrounds text, images or other partsof the page.Protect your Digital Footprint Remember everything you putonline is out of your control onceyou post it. You do not knowwho else might copy it andwhere they will paste it.What does your digital footprintsay about you? Will it impresspotential employers, collegesand your family or will it provideembarrassment. Will presentyou as untrustworthy, lazy orunable to control yourbehaviour?Be active online, build yourdigital footprint and fill it withpositive well thought out posts,information, images andcomments.Particularly with images thinkabout how you are dressed,what you are doing, where youare and who else is in thepicture. Can your location beeasily identified from the imageyour address, school, club youfrequent for example.Are you happy for the wholeworld to see the image, will yoube happy it is still there in thefuture.If you are not sure do not post it.Be Safe & Savvy Don’t respond to friend requestfrom people you do not know.Never give personal or bankinginformation online to untrustedrequests. (even your bank willnot email and ask.)Don’t open emails from unknownsources.If you are unsure block andreport to CEOPAdditional information can be found video the following websites and videos;Online Safety Information: https://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/11 13/Police Online Child Protection: https://www.ceop.police.uk/safety-centre/BBC Bitesize Online Safety: on/1
Subject:DramaUnit:Devising DramaDates:Autumn 1Year 8A stimulus is anything that can give you ideas for your own performance:Visual – Photograph, painting, artefact, video clip or sculpture.Printed or spoken word – Poem, news article, story, script or novel.Musical – Song, melody or instrumental piece.Fact-based – Current, political or historical event.Theme or issue-based – Conflict, relationships, justice or freedom.Myths – Folklore or urban mythCultural – Traditions or festivals.Physical – Workshop or exercise explored physically e.g. synchronised movementPHYSICAL SKILLSMovementPostureGestureFacial expressionEye contactStanceGaitBody languageVOCAL sCommunicating your character through the way you move.Adapting the position of your upper body to show your character.A movement you make with your hands and arms to express an idea or meaning.Using your face to show how your character feels.How you glance, stare or ignore the person you are acting with to create meaning.The way in which someone stands, from their hips down to their feet.The manner in which a person walks.The combination of all of the physical skills to communicate how the person is feeling.The level of sound created by your voice (shout to whisper)Vocal choices based on where your character is from.How fast or slow (speed) you speak.Emphasising words using pauses (dramatic pause) or faster delivery.Speaking in a high, low or natural voice to communicate character and feelings.Suggests your mood and your intention towards the listener, e.g. happy, sad.Stress given to a word or words when speaking to indicate particular importance.Essential Vocabulary and Key SkillsSuspension ofdisbeliefDevisingImprovisationDramatic tensionMood andatmosphereClimaxEnvironmentPhysical TheatreLevelsCommunicatingideas in rehearsalSynchronisedmovementFlash back & flashforwardThought trackingTableau/freezeframeA decision an actor or audience member makes to put aside their disbelief and accept thepremise as being real for the duration of the story for the sake of the acting or enjoyment.A rehearsal and performance method where the script or movement starts with the actor’sideas rather than from a script.The activity of making or doing something not planned beforehand.A collection of sounds created by the actors themselves. A soundscape is used to create theatmosphere of a scene through sound.The tone or feeling of a play or scene, often implied by the acting, the music, the setting, orthe lighting.The point of greatest intensity in a series or progression of events in a play or scene.Either physically creating an environment for an audience or reacting to an environment in away that makes that environment clear to an audience.A genre of drama where an actor uses their body to create atmosphere, mood or objects.Using different heights or levels onstage to create visual interest.Learning to communicate to share ideas in rehearsal.A group of people moving at the same pace, speed and time.A dramatic technique which moves back or forward in time from the present day to showpast or future events.A character speaks out loud about his/her inner thoughts at a particular moment in the dramaA frozen picture which shows the action and tells a story.
Subject:DramaUnit: Melodrama andSilent MoviesDates:Autumn 2Year 8VOCAL sThe level of sound created by your voice (shout to whisper)Vocal choices based on where your character is from.How fast or slow (speed) you speak.Emphasising words using pauses (dramatic pause) or faster delivery.Speaking in a high, low or natural voice to communicate character and feelings.Suggests your mood and your intention towards the listener, e.g. happy, sad.Stress given to a word or words when speaking to indicate particular importance.PHYSICAL SKILLSMovementPostureGestureFacial expressionEye contactStanceGaitBody languageCommunicating your character through the way you move.Adapting the position of your upper body to show your character.A movement you make with your hands and arms to express an idea or meaning.Using your face to show how your character feels.How you glance, stare or ignore the person you are acting with to create meaning.The way in which someone stands, from their hips down to their feet.The manner in which a person walks.The combination of all of the physical skills to communicate how the person is feeling.Essential Vocabulary and Key SkillsVictorian MelodramaA style and genre of theatre that originated in England in the Victorian era (1837 –1901). A sensational dramatic piece with exaggerated characters and exciting eventsintended to appeal to the emotions.Silent MoviesA film with no synchronized recorded sound (no dialogue). The silent-film era existedfrom the mid1890s to the late 1920s.Talking PicturesA motion-picture film with sound effects and dialogue recorded on it. The Jazz Singerwas the first talking motion picture in 1927.Exaggerated physicality Over the top body language and facial expressions to convey character and meaning.and emotionsSlap stickA style of humour involving exaggerated physical activity which is greater than normalphysical comedy.Audience awarenessAn awareness in rehearsal and performance of where the audience who are watchingthe performance are placed.StatusThe importance or class of a character or group of characters compared to that ofanother character or group of characters.Atmospheric musicMusic that conveys the meaning of a scene in a film.Placard / intertitleA piece of filmed, printed text edited into the film to convey character dialogue ordescription.Sepia/Black and White The colour of the film picture was either shades of brown / or black and white.Melodrama characters The Victorian stage melodrama featured six stock characters: the hero, the villain, theheroine, an aged parent, a sidekick and a servant of the aged parent.Melodrama plotMelodrama normally featured the characters engaged in a sensational and exaggeratedstory featuring themes of status, love and murder.Additional information;Charlie Chaplin, Harold Lloyd, Buster Keaton, Laurel and HardySafety Last! 1923, Modern Times 1936, The General 1926, The Circus 1926
Subject: EnglishTopic: Conflict PoetryDates: Autumn 1Additional Information: Year 8Essential VocabularyClassismPrejudice against people belonging to a particular social class.DiscriminationFeminismThe unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people, especially on thegrounds of race, age, or sex.Fighting for woman’s rights because of a belief that the sexes are equal.PatriotismDisplaying a patriotic attitude - having love for your country.PrejudicePreconceived negative opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience andcauses you to discriminate.Prejudice or discrimination directed against someone of a different race based on thebelief that one's own race is superior.A widely held and often over simplified view of a group in society.RacismStereotypeTerrorismThe unlawful use of violence and intimidation, especially against normal civilian peoplebecause of political ideas.Essential Vocabulary: LanguageHyperboleExtreme exaggeration used to emphasise a feeling or idea.ImageryLanguage used by a poet to create visually descriptive phrases that create vivid images in the mind ofthe reader.MetaphorCompares one thing directly to another.OnomatopoeiaUsing words that imitate the sound they denote.Pathetic FallacyUsing colours, light or the weather to reflect a particular mood in a text.PersonificationGiving an object human characteristics.Present sSemantic FieldSimileA doing word or action in the present, usually ending in ‘ing’.A word that takes the place of a noun. Common pronouns are he, she, you, me, I, we, us, this, them,that.The repeated use of the same word or word pattern.Asking a question in a text designed to provoke the reader into considering the answer.A group of words that are linked by meaning. These often create a theme in a poem.A figure of speech that compares two things indirectly using the words ‘like’ or ‘as’.Essential Vocabulary: Poetic TermsAlso known as the ABAB rhyme schemeAlternate(E.g. in a four line poem, the first and thirdrhymelines will rhyme with each other and thesecond and fourth lines will also rhymewith each other).Enjambment When a phrase, a clause, or a sentence ina line of poetry doesn't finish at the linebreak but spills over into the next line.A poem that does not have a rhymeFree versescheme or a regular rhythm.Words that share the same sounds in twoRhymeor more lines of poetry (especially finalsounds).AABB (a pair of lines in a poem thatRhymingrhyme with each other and often have thecoupletsame rhythm).A poem that has 14 lines and each line hasSonnet10 syllables. It has a very specific rhymescheme, usually ending in a rhymingcouplet (e.g. abab–cdcd–efef–gg).The person speaking in the poem, like theSpeakernarrator; it is not always the poet.A fixed number of lines of verse; aStanzaparagraph in a poemToneThe poet’s feelings or attitude in a poemEssential Vocabulary: Persuasive DevicesAlliterationThe occurrence of the same letter or soundat the beginning of adjacent or closelyconnected words.Direct AddressUsing names or pronouns to clearly addressthe reader.EmotiveDeliberately select words to influence yourLanguagereader into having an emotional response orreaction.Extreme exaggeration used to emphasise aHyperbolefeeling or idea.The specific linguistic choices a writer hasLanguagemade e.g. a MetaphorFeatureList of threeUsing a trio of ideas in a listMetaphorCompares one thing directly to another.Opinionspresented asfactsPronounSaying something with conviction as if there isno doubt about its legitimacy.RepetitionSimileStatisticsSuperlativeA word that takes the place of a noun.Common pronouns are he, she, you, me, I,we, us, this, them, that.The repeated use of the same word or wordpattern.A figure of speech that compares two thingsindirectly using the words ‘like’ or ‘as’.Using numerical evidence to support yourclaimsA word which suggest the highest quality ofdegree e.g. largest/ greatest
Subject: EnglishTopic: Blood BrothersDates: Autumn 2Essential Vocabulary: Dramatic TermsActPart of a play. A tragedy has five acts. Each act in a play is made up ofindividual scenes.AsideWhen a character’s says something to the audience which is not heardby the other characters on stage.AudienceThe people who watch the performance or who the play is aimed at.Dramatic ironyThe audience knows something that is going on in a situation but thecharacters are unaware of what is happening.ForeshadowingHints about what is to come later in the text.NarratorThe character in a play who communicates directly with the audienceto help to tell them the story.PrologueAn introduction section. In a tragedy it tells us the ending.SceneA small section or portion of a play.ScriptThe written dialogue, description, and directions provided by theplaywright.Stage directionsInstructions in the script that tell the actors what to do and where tomove on stage. It can also provide information about the setting.TragedyIs a genre of literature where the main character faces terrible events.Essential Vocabulary: Persuasive DevicesDirect AddressUsing names or pronouns to clearly address the reader.Emotive LanguageHyperboleDeliberately select words to influence your reader into having anemotional response or reaction.Extreme exaggeration used to emphasise a feeling or idea.List of threeUsing a trio of ideas in a listRepetitionThe repeated use of the same word or word pattern.StatisticsUsing numerical evidenc
Year 8 VOCAL SKILLS PHYSICAL SKILLS Essential Vocabulary and Key Skills Victorian Melodrama A style and genre of theatre that originated in England in the Victorian era (1837 – 1901). A sensational dramatic piece with exaggerated characters and exciting events intended to appeal to the emotions.
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