Traces the development of Australian art education through three main phases: (1) the hand-eye training period; (2) the creativity period; and (3) the studio discipline period. Identifies overseas influences for these developments. Suggests that at present a variety of factors have precipitated favorable circumstances for growth of visual arts…

Responds to Doug Boughton's accompanying essay based on input from notable assessment practices in Europe and Australia. Addresses what is meant by criteria, objectives, and standards and what role they play in visual arts assessment. Offers a model for rethinking the structure of assessment with respect to these components. (DSK)