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ARTS-1301-002 Art Appreciation
A general introduction to the visual arts designed to create an appreciation of the vocabulary, media, techniques and purposes of the creative process. Students will critically interpret and evaluate works of art within formal, cultural and historical contexts.
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Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:
Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:
Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me
You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.
(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)
On Campus Course
Textbook Access Code through the Amarillo College Bookstore: REVEL for A World of Art -- Access Card
Prentice-Hall, New York, NY, 8th Edition
Author: Henry M. Sayre
ISBN 9780134082349
Textbook, pens, pencils, notebook paper or notebook for note taking in every class meeting, and reliable access to a computer to complete online assignments and review class material.
ART APPRECIATION
ARTS 1301 Art Appreciation
A general introduction to the visual arts designed to create an appreciation of the vocabulary, media, techniques, and purposes of the creative process. Students will critically interpret and evaluate works of art within formal, cultural, and historical contexts.
Learning Outcomes (ACGM)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will:
1. Apply art terminology as it specifically relates to works of art.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of art elements and principles of design.
3. Differentiate between the processes and materials used in the production of various works of art.
4. Critically interpret and evaluate works of art.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of arts on culture.
Specific Course Outcomes:
1. Students will demonstrate effective communication, critical thinking, and teamwork skills.
2. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the relationship of the Visual Arts and Social Responsibility.
3. Students will understand the visual elements and principles.
4. Students will apply art terminology as it specifically relates to works of art.
5. Students will demonstrate knowledge of materials and techniques developed by artists over the centuries.
6. Students will understand the general characteristics of major art periods or styles.
7. Students will analyze works of art formally and conceptually.
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".
**Classroom behavior should not interfere with the instructor’s ability to conduct the class or the ability of other students to learn from the instructional program. College is a community of scholars. Unacceptable or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated. Students engaging in unacceptable behavior may be instructed to leave the classroom. Inappropriate behavior may result in disciplinary action or referral to the college. This prohibition applies to all instructional forums, including electronic, classroom, labs, discussion groups, field trips, etc. Students are expected to respect themselves and each other. Upon entrance into our class, please silence your phone and all electronic devices.
1. COMPUTER REQUIREMENTS. Students are responsible for having the minimum computer requirements. Students must have regular access to a computer with the following:
2. TECHNICAL HELP WITH THE COURSE. Students are responsible for seeking technical help and obtaining more information on online classes and requirements from the instructor or AskAC (371-5000 or http://www.actx.edu/contact/) with any technical difficulties related to this course. GET ADDITIONAL TECHNICAL SUPPORT HELP IF YOU NEED IT: Student and Faculty Help Center – https://www.actx.edu/ctl/pagesmith/119 .
3. HELP TO LOG INTO AMARILLO COLLEGE’S ONLINE FEATURES - go to http://www.actx.edu/login/. In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu.
4. COURSE NAVIGATION. Students are responsible for navigating through the course to access the required material in this course.
5. STUDENT BACKUPS OF COURSEWORK. Students are responsible for saving all "sent" emails of questions. Students are responsible for saving copies of their responses to assignments, discussions, the term project, and any email communication in AC Connect on their own computer hard drive - this insures a back-up copy of all student work in the course in case of a technical malfunction in AC Connect (Blackboard).
6. COURSEWORK SUBMISSIONS. Students are responsible for submitting assignments and the term project as assigned.
In special circumstances, approved by the instructor, the instructor may give the student credit for coursework submitted late with points off at the discretion of the instructor. Please contact the instructor about submitting late work.
Students are responsible for saving text files that they submit as an attachment in our AC Connect course in “rich text format” (“rtf” file) or as a pdf file…for example, “term_project.rtf” or “term_project.pdf. When you are about to save a file you want to attach, just go to “save as” in your text editor program and save as a rtf file or pdf file. Also be specific in how you name your file – be descriptive and make sure you don’t make the file name too long. This allows anyone to open the file without having a specific text editing program.
7. COMMUNICATION. Students are responsible for contacting the instructor with any questions or concerns about the course. Students are encouraged to ask the instructor questions or get feedback. The instructor’s response time is usually within 24 hours on weekdays, and the instructor checks the course for email at least once on the weekend and holidays. Remember, the instructor is not a mind-reader, and communication is very important for success in the course!
I will only contact you via email through AC Connect. I will not email you directly to a Gmail, Hotmail, Yahoo, or any other email address. It is your responsibility to make sure you have access to and check your email (Please see Resources in AC Connect below). I expect you to check your campus email and our course on weekdays so that you may come to class prepared.
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".
8. GRADING TIME AND STUDENT GRADE BOOK. The student understands that the instructor may take up to one week after the due date to grade submitted coursework. The student is responsible for checking his/her online grade book (“My Grades” on the Course menu) in AC Connect to make sure that grades for coursework have been posted after one week following the due date and contacting the instructor about any questions regarding grades.
9. STUDENT CONDUCT IN THE COURSE: Here are the rules of the road :)
10. PLAGIARISM: The student understands that plagiarism will not be tolerated in this class. Plagiarism is defined by the Amarillo College Student Handbook as: “...the appropriating, buying, receiving as a gift, or obtaining by any means another’s work and the unacknowledged submission or incorporation of it in one’s own written work.” This also includes copying Internet or written sources in any course assignment discussions or projects without citing the source, as well as copying another student’s work for this course. If a student is found plagiarizing any material in the course, it will result in a grade of "0" for that assignment discussion, exam, assignment, or project and can result in disciplinary action and expulsion of the student from the course.
11. COURSE CONTENT: Students understand that in the study of art styles and art history that occasionally there may be a tasteful representation of a nude (such as in Greek Classical Art), and agree to handle that content in a mature and responsible way. *Research required for this course may be completed using the AC Library collection and databases. It is your responsibility to make sure you have access to your online student account that will allow you access to the online portion of this course, your email, and the library research databases.
12. COPYRIGHT NOTICE: Students must be aware and responsible for the Copyright Notice for the course: The materials on this course website are only for the use of students enrolled in this course for the purposes associated with this course and may not be retained or further disseminated.
13. DROPPING, WITHDRAWING, AND NON-CREDIT STATUS: The student is responsible for dropping courses, withdrawing from college by the last day to drop a course, changing to non-credit status, etc., if the need arises. See the Amarillo College master calendar on the AC website and our course calendar for the date of the last day to drop a course. The instructor will not drop any student after the last day to drop a course.
14. DISABILITY SERVICES: Any student who, because of a disabling condition, may require some special arrangements in order to meet course requirements is responsible for contacting disAbility Services (Student Service Center, Room 119). Any accommodation of this kind for this course has to be approved and processed by disAbility Services. To qualify for services students must: provide documentation of the disability or sign a release to obtain such documentation. The student must also complete paperwork for the disAbility Services office, and make an appointment to review necessary services. For more information, please call 806-371-5436.
15. STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Students are responsible to be aware of “Student Rights and Responsibilities" - link https://www.actx.edu/programs/index.php?module=article&id=209 .
Grading Criteria
The final grade is based on a total of 100 possible percentage points that the student can earn through completing assignments, midterm and final exam, a team term project, as well as other grade considerations mentioned below.
90 - 100 = A
80 - 89 = B
70 - 79 = C
60 - 69 = D
0 - 59 = F
Paper, Homework and Quizzes: worth 50% of the final grade. The paper relates to topics discussed in class. There are also quizzes on material from the book and from in class PowerPoint presentations.
There are also pop quizzes, usually involving a short writing project about objects discussed in class. These are to encourage attendance and attention to class material.
Homework: Students will be given several art projects to complete for the course.
Final Exam: worth 25% of the final grade. This will be in class and will be a mixture of multiple choice questions and a short essay.
Term Project: worth 25% of the final grade. The term project is due near the end of the course. Information and guidelines for the team project will be available in the Term Project Folder in our AC Connect course. The term project must follow the term project guidelines provided in the course.
AC Connect course grade book: Your course grades are accessed through the “My Grades” link on the Course menu in our AC Connect course as well as other links in AC Connect. You can access your grade book through the "My Grades" link on our AC Connect Course Menu as well as other access points through AC Connect.
Due Dates of Course Work: Students are responsible for checking their AC Connect Course Content each week for specific course due dates (that are subject to change). Late assignments will not be accepted, except in the case of a course or campus wide malfunction of AC Connect. If this occurs, the instructor will accept the assignment or project late or arrange a makeup exam without penalty to the students.
Course Work: You will complete your course work in class and through our AC Connect Content section.
Exams will be given in class. Students are responsible for and will be tested on all vocabulary, lecture presentation information and related links, class discussions, and assigned reading material. Reviews for each exam will be provided by the instructor.
Also see Instructor Attendance Policy and Student Behavior sections of the syllabus for more information about grading criteria.
Try to come on time, every time. Remember: this class only meets for 8 weeks and we have plenty of content to cover.
The instructor provides the opportunity to learn; therefore it is essential to meet in class as scheduled. This is especially true in an eight-week class, even though most of the assignments are delivered online. Each student is responsible for any information or instructions missed because of tardiness or absence.
Students should notify the instructor of any attendance issue (future absences or tardiness) prior to the beginning of the class that will be missed. It is understood that there may be extenuating circumstances, but these will be addressed or excused on case-by-case basis at the discretion of the instructor. Please see Communication.
Class participation is a large portion of the assessment and final grading in this course, and can only be achieved if students are present in class.
A sign in sheet will be available in the beginning of class and will be collected at the before class activities commence. Students must sign this to get credit for attendance, signing in for someone else will result in a zero credit for both parties.
Class time is not to be used for other class assignments.
Students are responsible for assignments and information missed during an absence, excused or not.
If we are experiencing severe weather in this area (for example road closures due to icy and snow packed roads) I will notify students via email for any class cancelations. Since I am coming from Amarillo, I will generally follow the Canyon & Amarillo school district closures. If the weather is okay in Hereford but bad in the Amarillo/Canyon area I may not make it to class. – I will let you make up the work for that day, and will excuse your absence in extremely bad weather.
Please see the Code of Student Conduct Life for additional information regarding attendance for athletic events or active military duty.
Students are responsible to notify the instructor if there is a problem regarding a disability that will cause the student’s work or attendance to be affected. This must be done prior to the submission of any grades. Please see ADA Statement for more information.
The student is also responsible for dropping courses by the last day to drop, withdrawing from college, changing to non-credit status, etc., if the need arises. The instructor will not drop any student after the last day to drop.
Week 1: Introduction, Chapter 1 Discovering a World of Art & Chapter 2 Developing Visual Literacy. Quiz 1 and In-class project
Week 2: Formal Elements: Line, Shape and Space; Light & Color; Texture, Time & Motion; Quiz 2
Week 3: Formal Elements cont'd, Principals of Design; Quiz 3
Week 4: Fine Arts Media: 2-Dimensional Art: Drawing, Painting and Printmaking; In-class project
Week 5: Photography, Time-Based Media (Film and Video)
Week 6: Group project discussion; 3-Dimensional Art; architecture & design
Week 7– Crafts; Design as a Profession; Term Project March 3rd: Last day to withdraw
Week 8 – March 12th, Final Exam in class. All projects due by mid-week.
This schedule may be altered throughout the course of the semester. Updates will be made clear in class or via email.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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