Art Appreciation Syllabus for 2020-2021
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Course

ARTS-1301-005 Art Appreciation

Prerequisites

Course Description

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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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:

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)

Class Type

Online Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

 

Supplies

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. If you have a smart phone with a camera, it can be handy for trips t

Student Performance

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.

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

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. 

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!

 

STUDENT CONDUCT IN THE COURSE:  Here are the rules of the road :) 

• In our AC Connect course website students are identified including logins, coursework accessed, coursework submissions, exams, and email submitted to the instructor.  All course activity can be identified and accessed by the instructor and AC Connect administrators.
  
  You are expected to refrain from any obscene or threatening dialog in the assignment discussions, assignments, projects, and any correspondence with the instructor or other students in the class, and if a student violates this expectation, it will result in a grade of "0" for that discussion, assignment, or project, will influence your grade, and can result in expulsion of the student from the course.  The instructor reserves the right to delete any student post in an online discussion. Students are expected to report any inappropriate behavior in the course to the instructor immediately.
   
• Any violation of the appropriate conduct listed above will be noted by the instructor and considered in your grade as well as lead to possible disciplinary action or possible expulsion from the course.

 

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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.

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Grading Criteria

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.

89.5 - 100  = A
79.5 - 89 = B
69.5 - 79 = C
59.5 - 69 = D
0 - 59  = F 

Regular tests averaged equals 80% of the course grade

Final Exam equals 20% of the course grade.

 

On-line Tests Are Available by going to the Content page in BlackBoard for our course. Click on the link to the test you wish to take. Instructions will be shown. When you begin taking the test, there will be no time limit other than the last date and time to submit the test. Before you click on the Submit button, you can make changes, and Save so you may return to the test later. This is an “open book” test, so you can always refer back to your text book and your notes, as well as reviewing my PowerPoint slide shows.

When you believe you have successfully completed the test and do not intend to make any more changes, you will click on the Save and Submit button. This ends the test immediately. You will see the results of the test at that time and the questions you answered correctly. That grade goes into your grade book. However I give you the opportunity to retake the test once. I will keep the Highest Grade for your grade book so there is no risk in taking the test again..

AC Connect course grade book: Your course grades are accessed through the  “My Grades” link on the Course menu in BlackBoard, 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/BlackBoard Course Menu as well as other access points through AC Connect.

Due Dates of Course Work: You will find the time and date the tests begin and end in the Course Calendar.

 

Attendance

Please come on time, every time.

We are using the Zoom app. I will send you an ivitation to join and log in to our class which begins on the assigned day and time. I will take roll by seeing who have joined in to our class on-line each day.

Each class day I will lecture. I will have much more to say beyond what you read in the text book and see on my PowerPoint slide shows and videos. As your  instructor, I provide the opportunity to learn; therefore it is essential to meet class as scheduled. This is especially true in an eight-week class.  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, if known beforehand, 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.

 

Calendar

Additional Information

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

My email is jscost@actx.edu. My cel phone is (806) 206-0099. My office phone is (806) 345-5546. My office is Russell Hall room 124C.

COMMUNICATION BY EMAIL:

I will only contact

Syllabus Created on:

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11/30/-1 12:00 AM