Introduction to the Humanities I Syllabus for 2016-2017
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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

Dual Credit Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Reality through the Arts, Dennis J. Sporre
Prentice Hall (div. of Pearson), Seventh or Eighth Edition

We have the books in the classroom- no need to purchase anything at this point
 

Supplies

COURSE MATERIALS: Textbook, dictionary, 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 content requirements. Access to film rentals and library materials are necessary for successful completion of this course.

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.

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.

Students Rights and Responsibilities

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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.

• All violations will be forwarded to the proper college authorities for review. Any form of disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.
 

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 70% accuracy. Incomplete assignments, analyses, participation attendance concerns will be reported to the proper college authorities for review.  Any form of disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.

Students who cheat, copy, or plagiarize any of the 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 toB, B to C, C to D, D to F).

Grading Scale: Total points earned out of total points possible.

1500-1600  A

1300-1499   B

1100-1299    C

1000-1099    D

Below 999   F

Attendance

Regular attendance is necessary for satisfactory achievement.  Therefore, it is the responsibility of the student to attend class and to complete all assignments.  Students at Tascosa High School must adhere to Tascosa's homework and attendance policy. Please consult your student handbook for specifics.

IF DURING THE SEMESTER YOU CONSIDER DROPPING, PLEASE CHECK WITH ME FIRST FOR AN ALTERNATE PLAN, ONE THAT PROTECTS YOUR INVESTMENT IN THE COURSE AND GIVES YOU AN OPPORTUNITY TO COMPLETE IT.  REMEMBER THAT THE DEADLINE FOR DROPS THIS SEMESTER IS NOVEMBER 17, 2015.

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