Is an expressive arts GCSE pointless?
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If you enjoy Expressive Arts, by all means, carry it on. I did two languages (rather than an arts subject) because I enjoyed learning new languages, and because I sucked at Art, Drama and Music.\n\nA 'B' is nothing to be ashamed of. A lot of employees/colleges/university are only looking for A-C grades at GCSE now. Everyone is getting them these days, whether it is the quality of teaching that has gotten better, or the exams easier.\n\nOf course, if you find it too much of a hassle and don't enjoy it, you could always drop Spanish, if you are allowed. I know I would!\nGood luck, whatever you decide. :)
978115
not unless its an art exam!\nyes it should be legible but the actual content is the important thing!
127365
Its a hands on thing when it comes to special needs. Alot of them like the colours and the textures when it comes to art.  \nIts more exciting for them and a fun way to learn new things.
1119047
Speaking as a graduate of a private art college, I think if someone signs up for "AP Studio Art"  in high school, as I presume, you're talking about, then they probably want to study it at a college. So why don't you ask this question to the nearby art colleges or art departments of universities? \n\nFor someone to excel at their portfolio, their individual strengths have to be highlighted.  Everyone has different strengths, when it comes to art,  so your students should have a way of finding them through explorations of all the different kinds of art.   They should also learn how to talk about art in a sophisticated way.  At least that's what I would think.
725111
Go back to college and do your GCSE's. If it's what you really want the option is there for you!
752222
its a very long, arduous class that really is very little fun.  skip class today.\n\n**edit**\n\nsee the rest of the comments?  i told you...
416994
As a musician (although a lazy one) I prefer listening to classical or Romantic music on a regular basis. However, if I am cramming for a test I do best with no music on at all, especially if it's technical information. I found that out the hard way in chemistry in high school, where listening to mood music in the background proved a terrible distraction for about four of us in the class. We were directed back into the quiet lab to finish our assignment, and that worked out. I think the chemistry teacher was trying to find out if using mood music would help us concentrate better in class. I guess if you are into composing and analyzing music to any extent, it is better to keep music separate from most studying, as listening to music would not be a passive activity.
957057
It really depends on you - how much time you want to put into it, how quickly you grasp ideas, etc.  It depends what else you're doing as well.  If you've got the time and you can grasp the ideas of it quite quickly, then go ahead.  Maths and physics are subjects that don't take up hours meaninglessly - once you understand it, you understand it.  If you think you're capable, go for it!  Worst case scenario, you have to resit.  It depends on your support network, too.  My school told me it was impossible to sit 5 A2s and get good grades, and I did.
442610
Yes, it's good to learn different useful skills. It's also fun learning new things. You can take it on some cummunity colleges. Have a nice day! :)
898886
Yes! Maths Statistic Courseworks HORRID. Best thing to do is get a mark scheme off the teachers and write it too fit the criteria exactly. That way you dont end up doing more work than nessacary
996351
Problem is, most us analyze ourselves to death to find a major.  That could be a big pitfall.  It actually just blocks you from realizing your true need, the thing you are so passionate about that your creativity in it just flows.  You work on it for hours on end without wanting to quit, without feeling tired.  You go to sleep thinking about what you will do tomorrow with it, when you get up.  Its a passion you feel without anxiety.  You experience love for what you're doing.  \nSounds like music is doing that for you.  Go through the motions in highschool.  Get the grades in your english and math etc.  But take your free time to practice the heck out of your instrument.  In four years, you'll be in a music conservatory perfecting your skills or you may even already be on Broadway.  Whatever you do, don't let anything or any person distract away from what you love to do.  Good luck!
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I can explain the system from a state school perspective...\n\nAt the age of around 14, in 'year 9' students decide their 'options' for GCSE. The options available vary from school to school, a science, maths and english course is compulosory though, usually a 'humanities' subject is also compulsory. PE, RS and IT short courses also are expected, however these do not count as an 'option'. Generally students take between 8 and 10 GCSE's which begin in the september if 'year 10'. \n\nThe first GCSE year is like a preparation, fundamental learning in order to progress to the second year. Assessment is carried out depending on which exam board is being used. Some courses are modular, where a series of short exams are taken all of which count toward the final grade. Usually coursework assessments are also carried out.\n\nSome schools set exams at the end of the school year as well to track progression of students and to ensure they are taking the correct level of exam (Normally Lower, intermediate and high).\n\nThe second, and final GCSE year involves advanced learning in the course with the basics being built on and developed. At the end of the year final exams are taken which cover two years worth of work (unless taking modular courses). Some courses are coursework or practical based, for example Design and Technology where most of the grade is dependent on a year long project, with only a small amount of exam time. \n\nThe exams are marked, and total grades calculated. Grades A-C are generally accepted as passes, 5 A-C grades must be achieved in order to progress to most academic colleges.\n\nHope that helps, feel free to contact me for any more information.
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I did one in Year 6 in Australia.  The test was done by a psychologist, and there wasn't anything I could study for.  I remember there being some card with pictures on them that I had to put in order and tell a coherent story about.  There was some word association, and some inkblots.  Mostly, though, we talked, and he tried to get answers out of me.  Lots of looking at pictures, and him saying 'what do you see there?  what do you tihnk they're doing?'
269343
nothing u just go to the cartoonist course
228862
I didn't realize that people needed to be inspired to take art classes. Lets see, make it fun and interesting. Show how art relates to their world. Like an artist has to draw the characters and scenes for video games, art directors put together music videos and magazines. \n\nI heard about a high school that had the senior class paint the entire interior of the school every year. They got to choose the colors and styles and they then policed the other students and kept them from messing things up. It gave them a sense of pride. \n\nI'm sure a creative person involved in art could come up with more ideas. Look around.
665141
lots of hard work, you'll need to do art (obviously) throughout school, then there are uni couses you can do in the area, Liverpool is good for artistic subjects. \n\nMost of the art world relies on experience though, so any you can get, (it will probably be unpaid to begin with) will geratly help you once you have finished your studies.\n\nhope it helps
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i asked that same question back in high school concerning american literature. I skipped out because it was boring and didn't mean anything to me except to stay away from american lit. I told the Dean I don't need it. As I look back in retrospect, I wish I had a better teacher, one not so boring. A good teacher can make anything seem worthwhile to study.