1.1 Confirm type of cultural works to be appraised in consultation with relevant personnel

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare to critique cultural works

1.1 Confirm type of cultural works to be appraised in consultation with relevant personnel

1.2 Identify requirements and constraints that may influence critiques and plan accordingly

1.3 Discuss plans or preliminary ideas with relevant personnel as required

1.4 Identify and explore relevant sources of information on cultural works with respect for cultural protocols

1.5 Use formal and informal research techniques to access information

1.6 Organise research materials and findings for current and future use, with awareness of intellectual property considerations

2. Link research to cultural works

2.1 Critically evaluate works and related information

2.2 Assess ways in which different influences are applied, adapted or challenged within cultural works

2.3 Develop substantiated positions to inform critical analysis of works

2.4 Discuss research findings with others and consider modifying opinions to integrate other perspectives

3. Present critiques

3.1 Produce written or spoken texts on cultural works to meet organisational or publishing requirements

3.2 Take into account information about audience and purpose of critiques

3.3 Apply relevant cultural standards and conventions to critiques of cultural works

3.4 Present critiques in negotiated format and timeline

3.5 Seek feedback on quality of critiques from relevant personnel and note areas for future improvement

4. Maintain knowledge of trends related to domain of cultural works

4.1 Identify and use opportunities to update and expand knowledge of influences on cultural works

4.2 Incorporate knowledge into cultural analysis and reporting