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ARTS-1303-001 Art History I
A chronological analysis of the historical and cultural contexts of the visual arts from prehistoric times to the 14th century.
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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)
Hybrid
TEXT: Janson’s History of Art, The Western Tradition, Prentice-Hall, 8th edition
(7th edition ok, but plate numbers differ) The REVEL edition has online access.
see upcoming email for your REVEL course “invitation”
Additional Materials: You should keep a well-organized portfolio for this class, including this syllabus, all review sheets and handouts, your notes and notecards.
ARTS 1303 Art History I (Prehistoric to the 14th century)
A chronological analysis of the historical and cultural contexts of the visual arts from prehistoric times to the 14th century.
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.
2. Investigate major artistic developments and significant works of art from prehistoric times to the 14th century.
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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If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".
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.
COVID info: if you are sick, please do not come to class. I will work with you to maintain participation remotely.
Please consider wearing a mask over your nose and mouth for the benefit of those who are not/cannot be vaccinated, or those who are in contact with those who are vulnerable. Each student will sanitize their work areas at the end of class.
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GRADING:
Student grades will be based on three 150-point exams and one 150-point (Core Curriculum) assignment for a 600-point maximum.
All exams given in class unless there are extenuating circumstances (like a class quarantine)
MAKE-UP EXAMS: You are allowed ONE make-up exam OR quiz. CONTACT ME IMMEDIATELY AFTER MISSING AN EXAM OR QUIZ. YOU MUST GAIN PERMISSION from me in order to take the make-up exam or quiz.
ATTENDANCE/PARTICIPATION POLICY: Attendance and participation is CRITICAL to your success in this course.
However, in order to "social distance", we may need to divide the class in half: Half of the 25 people in the class will attend on Mondays, and the other half will attend on Wednesdays. I will livestream the course via Zoom, and will send everyone a link to tune in when they are not present. Classes will also be recorded. The zoom content will be a screenshare of my computer screen on campus.
I will need to have accurate attendance for those attending in person, and I will take screenshots to record those attending online.
In order to keep up with the content of the course, you will need to attend, both online and in-person, consistently.
ALL DATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Week 1:
Syllabus and Introduction/ Study guide
Paleolithic/Neolithic
Week 2:
Ancient Near East/Egypt
Week 3:
Exam 1/Aegean
Week 4:
Greek/Roman
Week 5:
Exam 2/Early Christian/Byzantine/Early Middle Ages
Week 6:
Romanesque/Gothic/ Exam 3
Week 7: Core project
Week 8: Work sessions/Core project presentations
DEPARTMENTAL INFORMATION:
https://ruthdeanda.youcanbook.me/index.jsp
ONLY make-up exams will be given at the Testing Center, where you must make an appointment and bring your student ID
Testing Center
Location: Student Service Center, Room 101
Phone: 806-371-5445
Testing Center Hours:
Monday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM*
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED
*Testing Services will open at 9:30 am on the last Thursday of each month due to staff training and development.*
NO EXAMS WILL BE GIVEN OUT THE LAST HOUR OF BUSINESS!
Testing Center: Information That Students Must Know
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