\ COURSE DESCRIPTION: An interdisciplinary, multi-perspective assessment of cultural, political, philosophical, and aesthetic factors critical to the formulation of values and the historical development of the individual and of society.
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\ Student Learning Outcomes are based on the required Core Curriculum Intellectual Competencies (pg. 230), Perspectives (pg. 231) and Exemplary Educational Objectives (pg. 234) as defined by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. Specific Course Requirements are to be found in the course schedule and course syllabus.

\ STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (CCIC 1,2,3,4,5,6 CCP 1,2,5,6,8 EEOHPVA 1,2,5,6,8): The following are the learning objectives of all Humanities 1301 and 1315 courses taught at Amarillo College. The emphasis of these objectives concerns the appreciation of the fine and performing arts.
\ 1.  To demonstrate awareness of the scope and variety of works in the arts and humanities.
\ 2.  To understand those works as expressions of individual and human values within an historical and social context.
\ 3.  To respond critically to a variety of exhibitions and performances.
\ 4.  To engage in the creative process or interpretive performance and comprehend the physical and intellectual demands required of the author or visual or performing artist.
\ 5.  To articulate an informed personal reaction to works in the arts and humanities.
\ 6.  To develop an appreciation for the aesthetic principles that guide or govern the humanities and arts.
\ 7.  To demonstrate knowledge of the influence of literature, philosophy, and/or the arts on intercultural experiences.

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Students Rights and Responsibilities

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Expected Student Behavior

\ Academic Honesty: All matters of academic dishonesty including plagiarism (the act of copying and pasting information from one source and inserting into a paper without proper citation, rewriting information from another source and inserting into a paper without proper citation, copying and rewriting from another student’s work and using as your own), collusion, fabrication, cheating etc. will result in a failing grade for the assignment in question.
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\ • All violations will be forwarded to the proper college authorities for review. Any form of disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.
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\ Classroom Rules and Expectations: All students are required to practice courteous, respectful, cooperative behavior at all times. To avoid distractions in the classroom, students will arrive on time and stay until class is dismissed.  Be prepared to stay on task. 

\ Cell Phone/ Personal Computer Policy:   In order to not interrupt the class session, students are asked to turn off all cell phones and pagers prior to the beginning of class.   Inform the instructor before class if you are on emergency call or of any special circumstance that may require your communication.   Personal computers are to be used strictly for notes and accessing course material.  Improper use of cell phones and personal computers during class time including checking personal e-mail, personal web pages, texting and other class information will not be tolerated.   

\ Do not bring food to class.  You may bring a drink.

\ Listen courteously to one speaker at a time, without interruptions and do not engage in side conversations.

\  Accessing AC Online:  It is the student’s responsibility to check all e-mails and messages sent by the instructor.  It is the student’s responsibility to check the Announcement section for information regarding any changes for class. 

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Grading Criteria

\ Grading Criteria: It is the student’s responsibility to complete all assigned tasks by the specified due date. Individual assignments are evaluated by the instructor. Students are expected to complete all requirements with no less than 75% accuracy. Incomplete assignments, analyses, participation attendance concerns will be reported to specific department chairs, division chairs, and Associate Vice President of Instruction.

\ Course Requirements:  Students will complete all assignments in MLA format unless specified by the instructor. E-mailed assignments will not be accepted unless specified by the instructor. 

\ GRADING:

\ 1. Weekly assessments  (worth 50%) to include any of the following:  chapter tests, assignments, assessments, and analyses.  

\ Students will memorize terms and definitions from the textbook and from lectures. 

\ Students will research the terms and methods from the textbook and from lectures. 

\ Students will research and analyze various topics relating to the chapters.

\ 2.  Cultural Event Attendance and Analysis - (worth 10%)  Student will attend at least one cultural event outside the classroom and submit a required analysis.

\ 3.  500 word Essay and PowerPoint Presentation (worth 20%) on an artist or work of art from a list provided by the instructor.  The work should reflect principles of artistic technique and interpretation studied in class.    

\ The essay (worth 10%) will be submitted following the MLA format. 

\ Student will present a PowerPoint summary (worth 10%) of their essay to the class.   Student will type, print, and submit to the instructor at the time of presentation, in MLA format, a bibliography, works cited, image citation, and audio or film citation.  

\ 4. Final Exam – (worth 20%)

\ The Final Exam will include a section for vocabulary, methods, and visual analysis. Analysis on specific works and a film selection may be included. The exam will take the entire class session.

\ 5. Extra Credit - Attendance Grade (grade replacement for lowest weekly grade)

\ The Attendance Grade will be used as an extra-credit grade.
\ The Attendance Grade will be included into the Assignment Grade Average on the last day of class, not including the Final Exam date.
\ The lowest Attendance Grade possible will be 60 with the following exceptions:
\ Exception One:  Students who do not attend the day of the Final Exam will forfeit the Attendance Grade and receive a zero.
\ Exception Two: Students who are absent more than eight class meetings will forfeit the Attendance Grade and receive a zero.

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Attendance

\ The outcome of your final grade can be affected by an absence from class. Attendance will be critical to your comprehension and understanding of the material and to the successful completion of this class. Just borrowing someone’s notes will not be enough.
\ Each absence will count as five points, each tardy and early exit will also count as five points which will be totaled and subtracted from 100 points for the attendance grade.
\ Cancellation due to emergencies will be posted on the door, AC Online or by e-mail. Time will be determined by the inside classroom clock. Please inform the instructor at least three days in advance for approved absences. Written verification may be requested by the instructor – i.e. a doctor’s note. The student is responsible for obtaining and completing all work and assignments missed as a result of an excused absence.

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Calendar

Additional Information

\ The Course Calendar is subject to change due to unexpected situations. It is the student’s responsibility to check online email and announcements for all other forms of communication issued by the Instructor.

\ Accessing AC Online:  It is the student’s responsibility to check all e-mails and messages which are sent by the instructor.  It is the student’s responsibility to check the Announcement section for information regarding any changes for class. Students will submit all assignments and analyses using AC Online unless noted on the assignment or by the instructor.

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