MOUNTAIN VIEW COLLEGE COURSE SYLLABUS
OFFICE HOURS:
M 10:05am by appointment
MEETING DAYS & TIMES: MWF 9:05-10am
REQUIRED TEXTBOOK: Exploring Art, Lazzari, 5th ed, 2015, ISBN: 9781285858166, Cengage Learning
Credit Hours:
3 Semester Hours
COURSE DESCRIPTION :
ARTS 1301 Art Appreciation (3)
This is a Texas
Common Course Number. Films, lectures, slides, and discussions focus on the
theoretical, cultural, and historical aspects of the visual arts. Emphasis is
on the development of visual and aesthetic awareness. (3 Lec.) Coordinating
Board Academic Approval Number 5007035126
MISSION
STATEMENT FOR MVC VISUAL ART DEPARTMENT - The art department at MVC provides
educational opportunities that promote the understanding, practice and
exhibition of the visual arts for the purposes of academic, personal and
professional development. In all our objectives, our common goal is clear: to
learn how to see.
ATTENDANCE
& ABSENCES POLICIES:
If
you are unable to attend class, you should inform your instructor(s) prior to
being absent. You are responsible for keeping up with the work missed during
your absences. There is no college-wide attendance policy; each course will
have a policy determined by the instructor.
CLASS Attendance Policy: YOU are required to attend every class. I accept
excuses for: family death, your severe illness, you have informed me a week
ahead that you know you will be absent for important reasons related to family,
work, or your health (like a surgery). I will talk more about this in class.
Absences: I accept 3 unexcused absences
– which equal one unexcused absence. I consider an
unexcused absence being 10 minutes late! I won’t be late. You won’t be late. Do
not disrespect your class by being late.
IF
YOU HAVE MORE THAN 3 UNEXCUSED ABSENCES
YOUR FINAL GRADE DROPS 10 POINTS.
IF
YOU ARE LATE MORE THAN 3 TIMES, EACH TIME YOU ARE LATE DEDUCTS 3 POINTS FROM
YOUR FINAL GRADE.
IF
YOU ARE ABSENT DURING A TEST DAY YOU MAY NOT RETAKE IT UNLESS YOU HAVE
PREARRANGED TO TAKE THE TEST ON ANOTHER DAY.
IF
YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ON THIS MATTER PLEASE MAKE AN APPOINTMENT WITH ME DURING
MY OFFICE HOURS (WEDNESDAY’S 10:05 – 11:05AM)
COURSE MATERIALS & Supplies
Needed
- REQUIRED TEXTBOOK: Exploring Art by Lazzari, , 5th edition, 2015, ISBN: 9781285858166, Cengage Learning publisher. The textbook is required for this
course. Access code is not required unless desired by the student.
- Students will also need a school email address that they check on
a regular basis and regular access to the internet to interact and do
assignments online using eCampus Blackboard.
- Lastly, students of this course will need a camera or camera on
their phone to take photos.
STATE REQUIREMENTS
INTELLECTUAL COMPETENCIES
Arts 1301 satisfies the following Core Curriculum
Intellectual Competencies defined by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating
Board:
COMPUTER LITERACY: Upon completion of this course,
students should have an understanding of our technological society, how the
computer has changed our lives, how the computer operates as a visual tool, and
how the computer functions as a communication device both in solving problems,
and acquiring information. Students will be introduced to various web sites
which can be used to further their knowledge of art from a global perspective.
ALL SEVEN COURSE OBJECTIVES SPEAK TO THIS CORE COMPETENCY.
CRITICAL THINKING: Students will be encouraged to
apply critical evaluation skills to works of art from all periods and cultures.
Emphasis is placed on the development of a visual vocabulary and their ability
to think and analyze visual materials at a critical level. ALL SEVEN COURSE
OBJECTIVE SPEAK TO THIS CORE COMPETENCY.
LISTENING: Students should be able to interpret and
analyze various forms of spoken communication from lectures, class exercises,
and films. They must have sufficient literacy skills in writing and reading to
facilitate the transfer of this information from instructor to student. ALL
SEVEN COURSE OBJECTIVES SPEAK TO THIS CORE COMPETENCY.
SPEAKING: Students must have the ability to
communicate orally in clear, coherent, and persuasive language appropriate to
the materials being covered. Students must demonstrate this competency through
oral reports, group class exercises, and formal and informal communications
with their instructor. COURSE OBJECTIVES THREE, FOUR, FIVE SIX, AND SEVEN
ADDRESS THIS COMPETENCY.
WRITING: Students must have the ability to produce
clear, correct, and coherent prose adapted to the purpose, occasion, and
audience of the class and its activities. Students must demonstrate this
proficiency by completing written reports, exams, and formal analysis of works
studied in class. ALL SEVEN COURSE OBJECTIVES ADDRESS THIS CORE COMPETENCY.
READING: Students must have the ability to analyze
and interpret a variety of printed materials: books, documents, and articles
(above the 12th grade reading level). All course materials require reading
skills at this level or above. Text readings (DC method) are at A13. Handouts
and other printed materials vary in level and intensity. COURSE OBJECTIVES TWO,
THREE, FOUR, FIVE AND SIX ADDRESS THIS CORE COMPETENCY.
EXEMPLARY
EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES
Arts 1301, as part of the Core Curriculum,
satisfies the following Exemplary Educational Objectives in Communication set
forth by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board:
TO DEMONSTRATE KNOWLEDGE OF THE INFLUENCES OF
LITERATURE, PHILOSOPHY, AND THE ARTS ON INTERCULTURAL EXPERIENCES BY:
indicating a familiarity with the motivational factors, functions, and content
of an art form; relating that art form to its social setting; and articulating
an informed personal reaction to works of art from a variety of cultures.
(Outcome 2 and 3 address this objective)
TO DEVELOP AN APPRECIATION FOR THE AESTHETIC
PRINCIPLES THAT GUIDE OR GOVERN THE ARTS BY: incorporating the design elements
and principles involved in the production of these art forms into a practicing
vocabulary and responding critically to works in various fields. (Outcome 1
addresses this objective)
TO ARTICULATE AN INFORMED PERSONAL REACTION TO
WORKS OF ART BY: discussing the media and techniques used by artists past and
present. (Outcome 1 and 3 address this objective)
TO ENGAGE IN THE CREATIVE PROCESS OR INTERPRETIVE
PERFORMANCE ASPECTS OF ART BY: learning how the arts reflect both time and
place; and by understanding how works of art become expressions of individual
and human values. (Outcome 4 addresses this objective)
TO RESPOND CRITICALLY TO WORKS OF ART BY: using the
elements and principles of design as a visual language to construct a formal
analysis of both two-dimensional and three-dimensional compositions. (Outcome 1
addresses this objective)
TO UNDERSTAND WORKS OF ART AS EXPRESSIONS OF
INDIVIDUAL AND HUMAN VALUES WITH A HISTORICAL AND SOCIAL CONTEXT BY: applying
the knowledge gained in class discussions, slide lectures, and exercises in
seeing to works of art from a variety of cultures and time periods. (Outcome 2
and 3 address this objective)
TO DEMONSTRATE AN AWARENESS OF THE SCOPE AND
VARIETY OF WORKS OF ART BY: examining two and three-dimensional objects from a
variety of cultures and time periods. (Outcome 2 and 3 address this objective)
CORE
OBJECTIVES:
Communication - includes the logical development,
interpretation and expression of ideas in written and visual formats.
Social Responsibility - includes intercultural competence, civic
responsibility, and effective engagement in regional, national, and global
contexts.
Personal Responsibility - includes the ability to make ethical
choices by connecting actions with consequences in personal decision-making.
Teamwork - to include the ability to consider
different points of view and to work effectively with others to support a
shared purpose or goal
Student Learning Outcomes :
After
successful completion of this course the student should be able to:
1.
Identify elements of art and principles of organization related to works of
art.
2.
Analyze historical influences in works of art.
3.
Evaluate the impact of global cultural themes in works of art.
4.
Possess a personal appreciation of art in order to help them live enriched and
informed lives
COURSE OUTLINE
Description: Participate in assignments and
discussions throughout the week. Begin at the start of the week and continue
working on assignments during the week. Finish your assignments ahead of
schedule before the due date listed. Two required tests must be completed.
Participation in weekly class activities is a requirement. And a final
presentation is required in place of a final exam. The presentation will be
described in detail on the course eCampus site.
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Weeks
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Chapters
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Monday
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Wednesday
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Friday
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1
8.29-9.2
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1
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Intro: What is Art? Read and
Discuss. Read pp. 1-22
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Discuss pp 1-22
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Discuss pp 1-22
Class Activity
Hmwk: Read pp.23-54
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2
9.5-9.9
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2
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NO CLASS
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Discuss pp 23-54
Class Activity
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Discuss pp 23-54
Hmwk: Read pp. 55-86
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3
9.12-16
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3
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Discuss pp. 55-86
Class Activity
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Discuss pp. 55-86
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Discuss pp. 55-86
Hmwk: Read pp. 87-102
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4
9.19-23
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4
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Discuss pp. 87-102
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Discuss pp. 87-102
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Discuss pp. 87-102
Class Activity
Hmwk: Read pp. 104-133
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5
9.26-30
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5
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Discuss ad pp. 104-133
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Discuss ad pp. 104-133
Class Activity
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Discuss ad pp. 104-133
Hmwk: Read pp. 137-163
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6
10.3-7
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6
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Discuss pp. 137-163
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Discuss pp. 137-163
Class Activity (Test Prep)
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Chapters 1-5 TEST
Hmwk: Read pp. 167-212
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7
10.10-14
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7
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Discuss pp. 167-212
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Discuss pp. 167-212
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Class Activity
Hmwk: Read pp. 214-243
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8
10.17-21
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8
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Discuss pp. 214-243
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Discuss pp. 214-243
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Discuss pp. 214-243
Class Activity
Hmwk: Read pp. 246-278
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9
10.24-28
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9
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Discuss pp. 246-278
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Discuss pp. 246-278
Class Activity
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Discuss pp. 246-278
Hmwk: Read pp. 279-307
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10
10.31-11.4
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10
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Discuss pp. 279-307
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Discuss pp. 279-307
Class Activity
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Discuss pp. 279-307
Hmwk: Read pp. 308-340
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11
11.7-11
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11
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Discuss pp. 308-340
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Discuss pp. 308-340
Class Activity (Test Prep)
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Chapters 6-10 TEST
Hmwk: Read pp. 341-376
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12
11.14-18
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12
&
13
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Discuss pp. 341-376
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Discuss pp. 341-376
Hmwk: Read pp. 377-408
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Discuss pp 377-408
Class Activity
Hmwk: Read pp. 409- 436
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13
11.21, 23
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14
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Discuss pp. 409 - 436
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Discuss pp. 409 - 436
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NO CLASS
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14
11.28-12.2
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15
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Group Read pp. 439-458
Class Group Activity
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Class Group Discussion and
Activity
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Work on Presentations
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15
12.5-9
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Final
Presentations
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Final
Presentations
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Final
Presentations
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16
12.12,14
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Final
Presentations
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Final
Presentations
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NO CLASS
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