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ARTS-1304-001 Art History II
A chronological analysis of the historical and cultural contexts of the visual arts from the 14th century to the present day.
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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)
Tech Supported
TEXT: Janson’s History of Art, The Western Tradition, Prentice-Hall, 8th edition
ISBN-13: 978-0205685172. ISBN-10: 020568517X
REVEL edition or hard-copy is acceptable
Additional Materials: You should keep a well-organized portfolio for this class, including this syllabus, all review sheets and handouts, your notes and notecards.
STUDENT PERFORMANCE/COURSE OBJECTIVES
ARTS 1304 Art History II (14th century to the present)
A chronological analysis of the historical and cultural contexts of the visual arts from the 14th century to the present day.
Learning Outcomes (ACGM)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will:
1. Identify and describe works of art based on their chronology and style, using standard categories and terminology. 32
2. Investigate major artistic developments and significant works of art from the 14th century to the present day.
3. Analyze the relationship of art to history by placing works of art within cultural, historical, and chronological contexts.
4. Critically interpret and evaluate works of art.
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 demonstrate an understanding of stylistic trends in art history.
4. Students will develop a basic understanding of the development of western art embedded within its historical context from the 14th century to the present.
5. Students will recognize the qualities of various art movements, periods, and styles.
6. Students will analyze works of art formally and conceptually.
7. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the stylistic and symbolic content of artworks from different periods and individual artists.
8. Students will analyze works of art using appropriate terminology and articulate these thoughts effectively in writing (and/or in oral presentation).
9. Students will explain connections between the visual properties of the art object and its social, cultural, intellectual and historical contexts and meanings using appropriate vocabulary.
10. Students will maintain a professional and respectful attitude.
11. Students will understand and refrain from plagiarism.
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Class Decorum: College is a community of scholars. College tradition demands a respect for others and their ideas. For many students, college represents a vital step toward the opportunity for financial and intellectual independence. Simply stated, rules for classroom etiquette include the requirement that no one stand in the way of someone else trying to learn. The goal of this outline is to create an atmosphere of MUTUAL RESPECT.
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 Italian Renaissance art), and agree to handle that content in a mature and responsible way.
GRADING:
Student grades will be based on three 150-point exams and the 150-point Core (group) assignment for a 600-point maximum. There will also be an optional extra-credit assignment available.
I will not use attendance records for grades - but attendance will still benefit your preparation and grades in class.
Tentative CALENDAR:
Week 1: syllabus and introduction; study guide;
Week 2: Core Assignment introduced
Week 3: Proto-Renaissance
Week 4: Early Renaissance
Week 5: High Renaissance
Week 6: High Renaissance/Quiz
Week 7: Northern Renaissance
Week 8: Mannerism/Exam 1
Week 9: Southern Baroque
Week 10: spring break
Week 11: Northern Baroque
Week 112: Rococo/ the Enlightenment/ Romanticism
Week 13: Exam 2/ Realism and Impressionism
Week 14: Post-Impressionism through Art Nouveau
Week 15: Art between WWI- WWII
Week 16: Postwar – Postmodernism
Week 17: Postwar – Postmodernism
Week 18: FINAL EXAM
Writer’s Corner, located in Ordway Hall #102
You will be required to write as part of the exams. If you wish to obtain extra help with this skill, please see me or make an appointment with Amarillo College’s Writer’s Corner:
http://www.actx.edu/english/index.php?module=article&id=36
Writer’s Corner hours: Mon – Thurs 8am – 4pm; closed Fri, Sat, Sun
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STUDENT RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
You are responsible to be aware of “Student Rights and Responsibilities,” which is posted on the Amarillo College home page at:
http://www.actx.edu/admission/files/filecabinet/folder2/Student_R&R_07_Hyper.pdf.
Make special note of policy regarding:
Academic Honesty: The instructor and the instructor’s academic superiors have final authority over the grades given to students or the lowering of grades because of cheating or plagiarism.
Plagiarism: As defined by AC, plagiarism is the use, without the knowledge, of a person’s ideas and/or materials, either in whole or in part, to fulfill required course assignments. The purchase of any written material which is intended for presentations as one’s own work in partial fulfillment of a course assignment will be considered an act of plagiarism. Consequences of plagiarism will comply with those listed in the AC guidelines. See below:
http://www.actx.edu/admission/files/filecabinet/folder2/Student_R_R_07_Hyper.pdf , pp 10-12
regarding plagiarism, cheating and its definitions, disciplinary actions and procedures
OTHER INFORMATION:
Library
The Amarillo College Library is located on the 4th floor of the Library Building. http://www.actx.edu/library/
this website includes links to electronic resources for scholarly articles, as well as an online card catalog.
AMoA
One of Amarillo College’s most important community partners is the Amarillo Museum of Art. Please visit the museum often!
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