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Expressive arts: second level experiences and outcomes

19 Es&Os, usually taught in P5 to P7. Choose "Plan this" to open a lesson plan linked to that experience and outcome.

Participation in performances and presentations

  • EXA 2-01a

    I have experienced the energy and excitement of presenting/performing for audiences and being part of an audience for other people’s presentations/performances.

    Also at: EXA 0-01a, EXA 1-01a

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Art and design

  • EXA 2-02a

    I have the opportunity to choose and explore an extended range of media and technologies to create images and objects, comparing and combining them for specific tasks.

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  • EXA 2-03a

    I can create and present work that shows developing skill in using the visual elements and concepts.

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  • EXA 2-04a

    Through observing and recording from my experiences across the curriculum, I can create images and objects which show my awareness and recognition of detail.

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  • EXA 2-05a

    Inspired by a range of stimuli, I can express and communicate my ideas, thoughts and feelings through activities within art and design.

    Also at: EXA 0-05a, EXA 1-05a

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  • EXA 2-06a

    I can develop and communicate my ideas, demonstrating imagination and presenting at least one possible solution to a design problem.

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  • EXA 2-07a

    I can respond to the work of artists and designers by discussing my thoughts and feelings. I can give and accept constructive comment on my own and others’ work.

    Also at: EXA 0-07a, EXA 1-07a, EXA 3-07a

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Dance

  • EXA 2-08a

    I can explore and choose movements to create and present dance, developing my skills and techniques.

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  • EXA 2-09a

    Inspired by a range of stimuli, I can express my ideas, thoughts and feelings through creative work in dance.

    Also at: EXA 0-09a, EXA 1-09a

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  • EXA 2-10a

    I have taken part in dance from a range of styles and cultures, demonstrating my awareness of the dance features.

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  • EXA 2-11a

    I can respond to the experience of dance by discussing my thoughts and feelings. I can give and accept constructive comment on my own and others’ work.

    Also at: EXA 0-11a, EXA 1-11a, EXA 3-11a

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Drama

  • EXA 2-12a

    I can create, adapt and sustain different roles, experimenting with movement, expression and voice and using theatre arts technology.

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  • EXA 2-13a

    Inspired by a range of stimuli, I can express and communicate my ideas, thoughts and feelings through drama.

    Also at: EXA 0-13a, EXA 1-13a

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  • EXA 2-14a

    I have created and presented scripted or improvised drama, beginning to take account of audience and atmosphere.

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  • EXA 2-15a

    I can respond to the experience of drama by discussing my thoughts and feelings. I can give and accept constructive comment on my own and others’ work.

    Also at: EXA 0-15a, EXA 1-15a, EXA 3-15a

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Music

  • EXA 2-16a

    I can sing and play music from a range of styles and cultures, showing skill and using performance directions, and/or musical notation.

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  • EXA 2-17a

    I can use my voice, musical instruments and music technology to experiment with sounds, pitch, melody, rhythm, timbre and dynamics.

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  • EXA 2-18a

    Inspired by a range of stimuli, and working on my own and/or with others, I can express and communicate my ideas, thoughts and feelings through musical activities.

    Also at: EXA 0-18a, EXA 1-18a

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  • EXA 2-19a

    I have listened to a range of music and can respond by discussing my thoughts and feelings. I can give and accept constructive comment on my own and others’ work.

    Also at: EXA 1-19a

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Other areas at second level

Questions teachers ask

What are the expressive arts experiences and outcomes at second level?
There are 19, usually taught in P5 to P7. They are listed on this page with their codes, grouped by curriculum organiser.
How do I plan a P5 to P7 expressive arts lesson for an Es&O?
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