Introduction to the Humanities I Syllabus for 2015-2016
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Course

HUMA-1301-001 Introduction to the Humanities I

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Course Description

This stand-alone course is an interdisciplinary survey of cultures focusing on the philosophical and aesthetic factors in human values with an emphasis on the historical development of the individual and society and the need to create.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

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\ Reality through the Arts, Dennis J. Sporre
\ Prentice Hall (div. of Pearson), Eighth Edition
\ ISBN 10: 0205660437
\ ISBN 13: 978 0205660483

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Supplies

\ COURSE MATERIALS: Textbook,  pens, pencils, notebook paper or notebook for note taking, access to a computer to complete assignments. 

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Student Performance

 

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Introducton to Humanities I

This stand – alone course is an interdisciplinary survey of cultures focusing on the philosophical and aesthetic factors in human values with an emphasis on the historical development of the individual and society and the need to create.

 

LEARNING OUTCOMES –  Upon successful completion of this source, students will:

1.  Demonstrate awareness of the scope and variety of works in the arts and humanities.

2.  Articulate how these works express the values of the individual and society within an historical and social context.

3.  Articulate an informed personal response and critically analyze works in the arts and humanities.

4.  Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of hte influence of literature, philosophy and the arts on cultural experiences.

5. Demonstrate an awareness of the creative process and why humans create.

 

 

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

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Expected Student Behavior

All students are required to follow the AC Student Rights/Responsibilities Statement, and conduct themselves accordingly in all matters pertaining to this class.

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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.  Personal computers are to be used strictly for notes and accessing course material.  Improper use of cell phones and computers in class is inappropriate in the collegiate setting and will not be tolerated.  Please advise the instructor before class of any special circumstances that may require communication from home. 

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Student texting is readily noticed by the instructor, and will result, at the least, in the loss of any extra credit privileges.
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Grading Criteria

 1.  Three grades from the Required Assignment for Core Component Areas.  These grades derive from Communication, Critical Thinking, and Personal and Social Responsibilities activities.  This is now a state requirement, and will be done by all Humanities classes.  Please refer to class handouts, as well as announcements posted on the class website. Total - 30%

 2.  Four tests, starting February 4, and each covering the previous five or six days of instruction.  Tests are taken online, open for two days, and timed with no backtracking. Total - 40%

 3.  Attendance Essay (10%) - Students are to attend a performance of live art, or an exhibition of some art form, and submit a 500 - word essay through the assignment portal. The submission must be in Word, and written in a collegiate manner, free of all grammatical mistakes and properly paragraphed!  Please use the services of Writers Corner, for help in construction, as well as proofing.

 4. Final Exam - (20%) - Final is open for three days and is all - inclusive.  Students have unlimited opportunities to take exam, with the best grade recorded.

Grading Schema

​A: 89.5 – 100.00

B: 79.7 – 89.49

C: 69.5 – 79.49

D: 59.5 – 69.49

F: Below 59.5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Attendance

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Calendar

Additional Information

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