Special Program in the Arts

Curriculum Guide

MEDIA ARTS 7-10

 Media Arts under the Special Program in the Arts is the study of human communication
through photography, broadcasting, print media, online media, videography and film. In this art
form, students are trained to use the elements of space, time, light, motion, color and sound to
express their perspectives, feelings and ideas creatively. Likewise, students are taught to
appreciate the values of cultural identity and inculcate or include these themes for a more
significant and high sense of identity. Critically, they learn to interpret and evaluate media within
aesthetic, cultural and historical contexts to become more enlightened consumers, critical
individuals and effective citizens.

The learners are taught creative use of communications technologies to tell stories and
explore concepts for diverse purposes and audiences. Media artists represent personal, social and
cultural realities using platforms such as television, film, video, newspapers, magazines, radio, and
the worldwide web. Media Arts explores the diverse artistic, creative, social and institutional factors
that shape communication and contribute to the formation of identities. The learners participate in,
experiment with and interpret the rich culture and communications practices surrounding them.

SPECIAL PROGRAM IN THE ARTS CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK: GRADE 7 MEDIA ARTS

The learner demonstrates an understanding of the basic concepts and principles of visual media and communication through active
participation in creative projects and artistic endeavors for self-development, the development of aesthetic potential, the promotion of
cultural identity, and the expansion of one’s world vision.

CONTENT PERFORMANCE
CONTENT LEARNING COMPETENCIES CODES
STANDARDS STANDARDS
FIRST QUARTER The learner… The learner… The learner…

Introduction to the Arts and the Demonstrates Creates 1. Defines the meaning of Art, SPA_MA-AF7-Ia-b-
Filipino Artist understanding of the electronic visual
definition of the arts Significance and Uses 1
as portrayed by presentations
I.Definition of Art Filipino artists in (Ex. PPT, slides, 2. Determines the significant SPA_MA-AF7-Ic-d-
A.History their works through avp, or any MS contributions of the Filipino 2
B.Significance visual application.) artist in general.
C.Uses communication. showing
a.Aesthetic appreciation of 3. Relates popular works of SPA_MA-AF7-Ie-f-
b.Practical art works of the Filipino artists with current 3
Filipino artists as events and realities
II.Philippine Art reflective of the
A.Principle of Arts Filipino culture. 4. Distinguishes and SPA_MA-AF7-Ig-h-
B.Filipino Artists and their popular recognizes the six art 4
works disciplines.
C.Survey of art disciplines
D.Examples of Philippine Art 5. Interprets the popular works SPA_MA-AF7-Ii-j-5
1.Famous of artists and the six art
2.Indigenous disciplines into a meaningful
E.Key Filipino Artists concept of art.
1.Works
2.National artists

CONTENT PERFORMANCE
CONTENT LEARNING COMPETENCIES CODES
STANDARDS STANDARDS
SECOND QUARTER The learner… The learner… The learner…

Visualizing Demonstrates Creates various 1. Discusses the origin and SPA_MA-PF7-IIa-

Philippine Festivals understanding of the art forms evolution of Philippine b-1
Philippine festival (example festivals.
culture and powerpoint
I.Philippine Festivals local and
concepts of visual presentations,
regional slides avp) in
a. Origin communication 2. Explains how visualization SPA_MA-PF7-IIc-
their socio-
b. Evolution through still (photos, cultural context with images and text e-2
paintings, etc.) and based on local combine to communicate
II.Visual Communication moving images, and regional the message of the
A.Still presentation, etc.). festivals festivals.
-photographs
-paintings 3. Relates the significance of SPA_MA-PF7-IIf-
 -posters festivals to their lives. h-3
-illustrations
B. Moving 4. Combine images, sound SPA_MA-PF7-IIi-
-film/ videos and text to create artistic j-4
-motion graphics presentations
-electronic presentations

CONTENT PERFORMANCE
CONTENT LEARNING COMPETENCIES CODES
STANDARDS STANDARDS
THIRD QUARTER The learner… The learner… The learner…

Local and Regional Rituals and Recognizes local Creates an 1. Identifies the different forms SPA_MA-RF7-
Folklore in various Media forms and regional interpretation of of media IIIa-b-1
contexts of rituals folklore and
and folklores as rituals using 2. Explains the basic principles SPA_MA-RF7-
I. Various media forms
seen or portrayed in various media art and theories of IIIc-d-2
II. Principles and basic theories of
forms.
communication various media communication
III. Principles of media literacy forms.
3. Discusses the principles of SPA_MA-RF7-
media literacy IIIe-f-3

4. Writes a review of the SPA_MA-RF7-

depiction of the rituals and IIIg-h-4
 folklores in the media or a
media form (description)

5. Writes a critique of a media SPA_MA-RF7-IIIi-

form that portrays rituals j-5
and folklores.(critiquing)

6. Interpret the meaning SPA_MA-RF7-IIIi-

presented in the local and j-6
regional folklore as
portrayed in various media
forms.(interpretation)

CONTENT PERFORMANCE
CONTENT LEARNING COMPETENCIES CODES
STANDARDS STANDARDS
FOURTH QUARTER The learner… The learner… The learner…

Storytelling with images using Understands Produces a 1. Identifies the storytelling SPA_MA-ST7-
Philippine rituals and folklore concepts and photo-story that principles IVa-b-1
principles of utilizes visual
storytelling using tools to Identifies the basic story SPA_MA-ST7-
I. Storytelling principles 2.
images, music and effectively structures and styles IVc-d-2
II. Basic story structures
communicate a
&styles visuals from
message, idea or
III. Using graphics and festivals, rituals and emotion of 3. Let the students choose the
photographs to tell a story folklore as applied in festivals, story from the series of SPA_MA-ST7-
a local and regional rituals and folklores, Make a journal IVe-g-3
context. folklore entry answering questions
what, when, where, how
and why. SPA_MA-ST7-
 IVh-j-4
4. Reflects on the common
elements among different
rituals and folklore

5. Applies storytelling
techniques using graphics
and photographs
SPECIAL PROGRAM IN THE ARTS CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK: GRADE 8 MEDIA ARTS

The learner demonstrates an understanding of the basic concepts and principles of photography and online media through active participation in
creative projects and artistic endeavors for self-development, the development of aesthetic potential, the promotion of cultural identity, and the
expansion of one’s world vision.

CONTENT PERFORMANCE
CONTENT LEARNING COMPETENCIES CODES
STANDARD STANDARD

FIRST QUARTER

Basic Photography The learner… The learner… The learner…

A. What is Photography? Develops Captures images 1. Explains the theoretical, SPA_MABP8-Ia-

 History of Photography understanding of that can historical and aesthetic aspects 1
 Photography in the the concepts and effectively of photography. SPA_MABP8-Ia-
Philippines principles of communicates an 2
photography. idea, message or 2. analyzes the difference between
B. Defining Photography emotion while the film and digital camera
technologies utilizing the basic SPA_MABP8-Ia-
 Types (Single-Lens Reflex, shooting 3. Distinguishes the different types b-3
Digital Single-lens Reflex, techniques. of camera, its evolution and
film compact, digital features/capabilities
compact, mirrorless, large SPA_MABP8-Ib-
format) 4. Identifies the different parts of a 4
camera and its functions
 Parts and Functions
 Terminologies 5. Discusses the different SPA_MABP8-Ib-
 Proper Handling and Care terminologies in Camera 5
of Camera technology
C. The Process of Digital
Photography 6. Demonstrates the proper way of
 Early electronic handling camera and its proper SPA_MABP8-Ic-
photography care 6
 Digital Image Recording
(Pixels) 7. Explains the process how digital
 Digital Image Acquisition photos are created
  Colour Recording and SPA_MABP8-Ic-
Digital Image Sensor 8. Identifies the techniques, 7
 Digital Image Sensors processes and principles of
(CCD and CMOS) photography.
 File Formats, SPA_MABP8-Id-
Compression and Storage 9. Discusses the rules for effective 8
composition in taking pictures.
D. Principles of Light and Shadow
E. Composition and Visual 10. Reviews a series of
Technique photographs, identifies ways to SPA_MABP8-Ie-
(rule of thirds, lines, shapes, improve the quality of the photo h-9
colors, texture)
F. Shooting Technique 11. Creates a digital album or SPA_MABP8-1i-
portfolio of photographs that 10
carry personal and cultural
meanings.

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CONTENT PERFORMANCE
CONTENT LEARNING COMPETENCIES CODES
STANDARD STANDARD

SECOND QUARTER

Advance Photography
A. Manual Settings of a Camera The learner… The learner… The learner….
- Shutter Speed
Demonstrates Mounts exhibits of 1. Produces photos using manual SPA_MAAP8-IIa-
- Aperture photos that use
- ISO understanding of camera settings b-1
manual settings in
- Focal Length more advanced taking images
B. Studio and Natural Lighting principles and with more 2. Identifies the techniques, SPA_MAAP8-IIc-
C. Color, Tone and Temperature concepts of complex processes and principles of 2
D. Photo Manipulation and Post photography messages and photography.
Processing concepts by
E. Online Portfolios and albums employing 3. Uses simple artificial lights to SPA_MAAP8-IId-
advanced illustrate the different effects that 3
techniques in light position has on subject;
 photography. SPA_MAAP8-IIe-
4. shows color, tone and 4
temperature of images

5. Reviews a series of SPA_MAAP8-IIe-

photographs and identifies ways 5
to improve the quality of the
photo.

6. Utilizes photo manipulation SPA_MAAP8-IIf-

software in enhancing photos h-6

7. Creates a digital album or SPA_MAAP8-IIi-

portfolio of photographs that j-7
carry personal and cultural
meanings

CONTENT PERFORMANCE
CONTENT LEARNING COMPETENCIES CODES
STANDARD STANDARD

THIRD QUARTER

Visualization and Communication in

an Online Environment

A. History of the Internet and The learner… The learner… The learner…
evolution of online media and
communication Demonstrates produces a 1. Outlines the history of the SPA_MAVC8-
understanding of functional website internet and the evolution of IIIa-1
B. Online media literacy principles and applying specific online media and
concepts and appropriate communication
C. Online safety, security, ethics associated with the techniques of
and etiquette internet and online online 2. Utilizes available online media SPA_MAVC8-
media platforms communication in through blogging, vlogging, IIIb-c-2
D. Web 2.0 and social media real world. podcast and photo-sharing SPA_MAVC8-
platforms IIId-3
3. Applies the best practices of a
 E. Blog sites and creating a responsible and safe citizen SPA_MAVC8-
responsible online presence IIIe-g-4
and identity 4. Identifies the elements and
aspects of the internet and
world wide web SPA_MAVC8-
IIIh-j-5
5. Uses social media platforms as
a marketing tool

CONTENT PERFORMANCE
CONTENT LEARNING COMPETENCIES CODES
STANDARD STANDARD

FOURTH QUARTER

Online presence, promotion and The learner… The learner… The learner…
exhibition through social media and
websites Develops Creates a website 1. Enumerates the parts and SPA_MAOP8-
understanding on on life sources elements of a website or online IVa-1
A. Basic web design principles the principles of and culture by platform
B. Basic web development (online web design and way of a series of
wysiwyg platforms) development and online images 2. Applies the principles of web SPA_MAOP8-
C. Integrating text, images and combines this with meant to relate a design IVb-c-2
media online visualization. story or theme.
D. Blogging, vlogging, and 3. Creates a simple website in a SPA_MAOP8-
podcasts wysiwyg platforms IVd-3

4. Describes the creative process SPA_MAOP8-

in integrating text, images, and IVe-g-4
media online

5. Reflects on the creative process SPA_MAOP8-

involved in doing a photo IVh-j-5
portfolio.
SPECIAL PROGRAM FOR THE ARTS CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK: GRADE 9 MEDIA ARTS

The learner demonstrates an understanding of the basic concepts and principles of journalism and its manifestations in print, radio, television,
and online mediums through active participation in creative projects and artistic endeavors for self-development, the development of aesthetic
potential, the promotion of cultural identity, and the expansion of one’s world vision.

CONTENT PERFORMANCE
CONTENT LEARNING COMPETENCIES CODE
STANDARDS STANDARDS

FIRST QUARTER

The Print Media

A. The Media and its Traditional The learner… The learner… The learner…
Functions
Develops Crafts an online 1. Defines Media and its SPA_MAPM9-Ia-
B. Media and culture understanding of the magazine from traditional functions 1
history and conceptualization to
C. History of Print Media principles of print content writing, 2. Conducts interviews of SPA_MAPM9-Ia-
- History of text, text technology, and online media. editing and layout friends/relatives on how 2
and print media changes their way of
- ancient text: cuneiform, life/beliefs
hieroglyphics, runes
- early paper manuscripts, 3. Describes “Filipino”, SPA_MAPM9-Ia-
papyrus, illustrated bibles “nationhood” and values 3
- Guttenberg press, movable systems as described by
type technology media
- the vanishing newsroom, e-
books, interactive publications 4. Recognizes the history of SPA_MAPM9-Ib-
and moving books print media 4
D. Law and Ethics 5. Explains basic copyright and SPA_MAPM9-Ib-
 intellectual property laws 5
E. Typography
6. Discusses the concepts of fair SPA_MAPM9-Ib-
F. Layout use and creative commons 6

G. Color theory 7. Identifies the typographic SPA_MAPM9-Ic-

considerations for various d-7
H. Copy writing types of printed
materials/mediums

8. Identifies the different layout SPA_MAPM9-Id-

principles of graphics in print f-8
media

9. Discusses the principles of SPA_MAPM9-Ig-

the color theory in print media 9

10. Enumerates the rules in SPA_MAPM9-Ih-

copywriting 10

11. Develops a promotional SPA_MAPM9-Ii-j-

material promoting a local 11
cultural heritage site/icon

CONTENT PERFORMANCE
CONTENT LEARNING COMPETENCIES CODE
STANDARDS STANDARDS

SECOND QUARTER

Introduction to
Radio Broadcasting The learner… The learner… The learner…

A. History of Radio Develops translates principles 1. Outlines the history of SPA_MAIR9-IIa-

understanding of the of broadcasting into radio 1
B. Fundamentals of Radio as a history and actual recordings
Medium principles of radio and into various 2. Discusses the
- Characteristics of radio broadcasting. forms of radio characteristics of radio SPA_MAIR9-IIa-
- The elements of sound programs for and elements of sound 2
- Sound sources and audio broadcasting.
quality 3. Explains the laws in media
- AM and FM radio and ethics in radio
SPA_MAIR9-IIb-
C. Media Law and Ethics in Radio 4. Relates the basic 3
- Basic broadcast law principles in writing for
- KBP code of ethics radio SPA_MAIR9-IIb-
c-4
D. Writing for Radio 5. Writes script for a radio
- Basic principles of the drama
oral/aural language SPA_MAIR9-IId-
- News Report 6. interprets issues and e-5
- Talk radio / Interview writes them through the
- Live reportage / Event form of scripts and news SPA_MAIR9-IIf-6
coverage items for radio broadcast.
- Thematic DJ program
- Radio drama 7. Demonstrates the proper
modulation and
E. Public Speaking for Radio enunciation in radio. SPA_MAIR9-IIf-
g-7
8. demonstrates the proper
way in conducting an
interview SPA_MAIR9-IIh-
F. Campus Radio and Radio 8
Broadcasting 9. explains the programming
- Concept pitching procedure in campus radio
- Programming and radio broadcasting SPA_MAIR9-IIi-9
- Production planning
- Airing 10. Produces different forms
- Feedback of Radio production
outputs SPA_MAIR9-IIj-9

CONTENT CONTENT PERFORMANCE LEARNING COMPETENCIES CODE

 STANDARDS STANDARDS

THIRD QUARTER

Introduction to Television Production The learner… The learner… The learner…

A. History of Television Demonstrates Produces a “Live” 1. Summarizes broadcasting SPA_MAIT9-IIIa-

Broadcasting understanding of the Telemagazine that history and infuses such in 1
history and will feature a range the outputs.
B. Basic Media Law and Ethics principles of of news, public
television interest, features, 2. Discusses the Broadcast SPA_MAIT9-IIIa-
C. TV and the Effect on Society broadcasting entertainment, Code of the Philippines, b-2
sports, and similar television practices and
D. Public Speaking for Television segments censorship

E. Basic Scriptwriting for 3. Evaluates the portrayal of SPA_MAIT9-IIIb-

Television culture and impact of 3
television in the society.
F. Broadcast Marketing for
Television 4. Simulates public speaking SPA_MAIT9-IIIc-
in a class and show the 4
G. Fundamentals of Television correct posture, technique,
Production and speak fluently
(enunciate) without
stammering.

5. writes relevant TV scripts SPA_MAIT9-IIId-

that can pass f-5
broadcasting standard

6. discusses the business of SPA_MAIT9-IIIg-

television such as 6
advertising, blocktime and
sponsors

7. produces TV production SPA_MAIT9-IIIg-

outputs mindful of content j-7
 and technical quality.

CONTENT PERFORMANCE
CONTENT LEARNING COMPETENCIES CODE
STANDARDS STANDARDS

FOURTH QUARTER

Media Beyond TV, Print and Radio The learner… The learner… The learner…

A. Online Media Ethics Develops develops an online 1. Explains the Philippine SPA_MAMB9-
understanding of the portal containing Cybercrime Law IVa-1
B. Responsible Online Utilization modern links, graphics,
communication articles, and rich 2. Discusses cyber bullying, SPA_MAMB9-
C. Online Media Platforms technologies that media using an pornography and abuse in IVa-2
have given rise to online webpage the online world
D. Social Networking convergences in editor
media formats 3. Cites examples of SPA_MAMB9-
E. Social Media Marketing intellectual property IVb-3
Principles infringement and
plagiarism
F. Writing for an Online audience
4. Translates, by way of SPA_MAMB9-
G. Creating Your Own Webpage blogs, relevant issues IVb-c-4
concerning new media
and how it changes the
way of communicating and
disseminating.

5. Identifies different online

SPA_MAMB9-
media platforms
IVd-e-5
6. Utilizes online media
platforms as a SPA_MAMB9-
communication tool IVf-6
beyond facebook status

7. applies the principles of SPA_MAMB9-

 new media literacy IVf-g-7
through various media
platforms

8. Explains the principles in SPA_MAMB9-

online writing IVh-8

9. produces a webpage with SPA_MAMB9-

Integrated images, IVi-j-9
graphics, and video
SPECIAL PROGRAM IN THE ARTS CURRICULUM CONTENT: GRADE 10 MEDIA ARTS

The learner demonstrates an understanding of the basic concepts and principles of film and cinema through active participation in creative
projects and artistic endeavors for self-development, the development of aesthetic potential, the promotion of cultural identity, and the expansion
of one’s world vision.

CONTENT PERFORMANCE CODE

CONTENT LEARNING COMPETENCIES
STANDARDS STANDARDS
FIRST QUARTER The learner… The learner… The learner…

Film Art and Understands history Appreciates the 1. Outline the history of global SPA_MA-FA10-
Appreciation of Film and Cinema distinct qualities, and local cinema Ia-b-1
and comprehends aspects, and
I.History and appreciation of global the principles and performance of the 2. Demonstrates genuine SPA_MA-FA10-
cinema concepts as they cinematic arts and appreciation by watching Ic-d-2
are applied in the culture as evident quality representative
II.History and appreciation of Philippine form in the film media mainstream and
mainstream, independent and regional independent films.
cinema
3. Compiles significant works SPA_MA-FA10-
III.Cinematic language and masterpieces in Ie-f-3
Philippine cinema and
IV.Basic Film Appreciation and Criticism broadcast arts.
SPA_MA-FA10-
4. Identify Cinematic Ig-h-4
language
SPA_MA-FA10-
5. Comprehends, by way of Ii-j-5
cinematic examples (films),
film as art, expression and
form of entertainment.

CONTENT CONTENT PERFORMANCE LEARNING COMPETENCIES CODE

 STANDARDS STANDARDS
SECOND QUARTER The learner The learner
1. Evaluates films, film genres SPA_MA-DS10-
Developing stories develops a story appraises the and the directors' styles. IIa-b-1
and understands the distinguishing
I.Major global cinematic movements, cinematic products characteristics, 2. Identifies basic screenplay SPA_MA-DS10-
genre and styles and how they factors and writing IIc-d-2
convey messages, performance as of
II.Story and narrative structures ideas and emotions the Western arts 3. Outlines basic film SPA_MA-DS10-
and culture as sequence treatment of his IIe-f-3
III.Basic Scriptwriting for Film reflected in the own story.
narratives of film. SPA_MA-DS10-
IV.Shots, Framing and Composition 4. Identifies the basic shots IIg-h-4
and composition of
V.Film equipment familiarization cinematography
SPA_MA-DS10-
5. The learner operates IIi-j-5
properly the basic
equipment for film/video
production.

CONTENT PERFORMANCE CODE

CONTENT LEARNING COMPETENCIES
STANDARDS STANDARDS
THIRD QUARTER The learner… The learner… The learners…

The Cinema of Actuality Through The relates Arts produces an 1. Develops a critical eye for SPA_MA-DF10-
Documentary Film Perspectives and insightful and non-fiction works of media. IIIa-b-1
Issues in the engaging nonfiction
I.The documentary medium Contemporary World film project that 2. Familiarizes themselves SPA_MA-DF10-
as reflected in films. directly or indirectly with famous Philippine IIIc-d-2
II.Documentaries that moved the comments on or documentaries
Philippines and the world makes
observations about 3. Systematizes shooting SPA_MA-DF10-
III.Research and data management contemporary processes and research IIIe-g-3
reality and society aspects of the
IV.Point of view documentary.

V.Documentary filming techniques 4. Creates a series of SPA_MA-DF10-

film/video activities that IIIh-j-4
VI.Sound Recording and Design show knowledge of
documentaries, filming
VII.Editing and Postproduction for techniques, sound and
documentaries editing.

CONTENT PERFORMANCE CODE

CONTENT LEARNING COMPETENCIES
STANDARDS STANDARDS
FOURTH QUARTER The learner… The learner… The learner…

Film as it innovates and transforms the Reconstructs the Produces a short 1. Experiences the whole pre- SPA_MA-FT10-
Human Condition role of film as a film that integrates production, production and IVa-c-1
vehicle to innovate in a skillful and post- production
I.Script and concept development and transform creative way the processes.
human lives various techniques
II.Preproduction planning and principles of 2. Displays creativity and SPA_MA-FT10-
filmmaking. command of technical IVd-g-2
III.Visual Storytelling and aspects of filmmaking by
way of a short film output.
IV.Storyboarding
 3. Exhibits a sense of pride in SPA_MA-FT10-
V.Production design their own work and the IVh-3
work of others
VI.Production
4. Mounts a festival or SPA_MA-FT10-
VII.Management screening of works IVi-j-4
produced by the class for
VIII.Editing and viewing by the school or
Postproduction for film members of the community