Introduction to the Humanities I Syllabus for 2013-2014
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Course

HUMA-1301-005 Introduction to the Humanities I

Prerequisites

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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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)

Class Type

Online Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

\ Required Textbook: Reality through the Arts, Dennis J. Sporre
\ Prentice Hall (div. of Pearson), Eighth Edition

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\ Textbooks can be rented or purchased in the AC Bookstore.

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\ Waiting for Textbooks Ordered from another Source:

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\ There are two textbooks on reserve at the AC Library 4th Floor that may be used until your book has arrived. The reserved textbooks can only be used at the Library and cannot be checked out.

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\ If you are told that there are no books available at the Library to use, be aware that someone may be using the book and you may have to wait your turn in order to use the textbook.

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\ The following link (copy and paste to your browser if it does not open) will show comparative prices for rentals and purchases (scroll down the list to see all formats for prices)

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\ http://www.textbookrentals.com/prices/9780205858224-reality-through-the-arts-8th-edition

Supplies

\ COURSE MATERIALS: Textbook, pens, pencils, notebook paper or notebook for note taking, access to a computer to complete assignments and review class material, access to a computer to complete a power-point presentation.  Acces

Student Performance

\ 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.

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\  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 1301and 1315 courses taught at Amarillo College. The emphasis of these objectives concerns the appreciation of the fine and performing arts.

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\ 1.  To demonstrate awareness of the scope and variety of works in the arts and humanities.

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\ 2.  To understand those works as expressions of individual and human values within an historical and social context.

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\ 3.  To respond critically to a variety of exhibitions and performances.

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\ 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.

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\ 5.  To articulate an informed personal reaction to works in the arts and humanities.

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\ 6.  To develop an appreciation for the aesthetic principles that guide or govern the humanities and arts.

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\ 7.  To demonstrate knowledge of the influence of literature, philosophy, and/or the arts on intercultural experiences.

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

Log in using the AC Connect Portal

In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .

If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

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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\ •Students who cheat, copy, or plagiarize any of the three required essays will receive a zero (0) for the assignment and the Final Grade for the course will be reduced by one letter grade (A to B, B to C, C to D, D to F)
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\ Online Student Behavior: All students are expected to be polite and considerate when posting opinions and thoughts in the Discussion Forum. The Online class is not a location where students may post aggressive, insulting, or inappropriate use of language. Any student who violates the required Student Behavior (as stated and in the AC Student Handbook) will result in a failing grade for the course.

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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.

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\ ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS:

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\ •The grade you will receive will be determined by your completion of the Assignments, Analyses, Presentation, Quizzes and Essays.

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\ •Completion of Blackboard Student Help and Tutorial found on the AC Connect public announcement (home page).

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\ •Chapter Assignments, Analyses, Presentation, Quizzes and Essays will be averaged for the Final Grade.

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\ Course Requirements:

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\ Chapters will be presented according to specific calendar dates. Chapters will be not follow in sequential order, refer to the Course Calendar for specific due dates.

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\ Assignments and Analyses will be written in the MLA format with proper college level writing skills. Text messaging abbreviations will not be accepted. Essays and Assignments must be submitted in the rtf(rich text format) in order to be opened by college computers for grading.

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\ 1. Assignments and Analyses – worth 50%

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\ 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.

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\ 2. Discussion Forums – worth 30%

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\ Students will read material, choose appropriate images or watch visual examples.
\ Students will write analytical responses.
\ Students will post responses into a Discussion Forum.
\ Students will reply to classmates’ posts.

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\ 3. Analysis of Attendance to a Visual or Performing Event – worth 10%

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\ Students will attend or visit one of the following: art museum, gallery, serious music performance, theatrical performance, and or poetry or author reading.
\ Students will receive prior approval from the instructor for the event.
\ Students will write a 500 – 750 word essay following the paragraph instructions detailed in the Attendance Analysis Essay Folder. 
\ Students will upload the essay as an attachment to the drop box by the specified due date.
\ Students will have eight weeks (8) to complete the essay.
\ Students will not be allowed to submit their essay after the due date.

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\ 4. Final Exam: Critical Thinking Analysis Essay – worth 10%

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\ Students will choose a selected topic for research based on Chapter 11, 12 or Chapter 13.
\ Students will research, analyze and critique topic using academic research and critical analysis methods.
\ Students will present research evaluation by writing a 750 – 1000 word essay.
\ Students will write the Critical Thinking Essay following the paragraph instructions detailed in the Critical Analysis Essay Folder.
\ Students will upload the essay as an attachment by the specified due date.
\ Students will have at Eleven (11) weeks to complete the essay.
\ Students will not be allowed to submit their essay after the due date.

Attendance

\ ATTENDANCE POLICY FOR ONLINE:
\ It is the student’s responsibility to access the course online and complete all Assignments, Analyses, Discussion Forums, Quizzes, and Essays according to the course calendar. Students are expected to access the online course every day to complete all requirements according to the set due dates.
\ Final Date to Withdraw from the Course without a Failing Grade: 11/20/2013

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

Calendar

Additional Information

\ It is important to complete all Assignments, Discussion Forums, Critical Thinking Analyses and Essays by the due dates; no extra credit will be offered to help improve a student’s grade.

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\ Student's are responsible and encouraged  to seek help with any problems using Blackboard, understanding assignment due dates and accessing secondary computers if personal computers are not performing.

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\ Computers can be used in the AC Library, the Computer Lab, and the Amarillo Public Library or any public library in your vicinity.

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\ Disability Statement:any student who, because of a disabling condition, may require some special arrangements in order to meet course requirements should contact Disability Services  Phone: 371-5436 as soon as possible.