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HUMA-1301-004 Introduction to the Humanities I
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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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
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(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)
On Campus Course
There is no textbook required for this course
COURSE MATERIALS: Textbook, pens, pencils, notebook paper or notebook for note taking, access to a computer to complete assignments.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Introducton to Humanities I
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.
LEARNING OUTCOMES – Upon successful completion of this source, students will:
1. Demonstrate awareness of the scope and variety of works in the arts and humanities.
2. Articulate how these works express the values of the individual and society within an historical and social context.
3. Articulate an informed personal response and critically analyze works in the arts and humanities.
4. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of hte influence of literature, philosophy and the arts on cultural experiences.
5. Demonstrate an awareness of the creative process and why humans create.
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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".
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1. Two grades deriving from a particular work of visual (either a painting or sculpture) art chosen by the student. Students will submit at least a 500 word, collegiately written Critical Thinking Analysis through the Portal in the Content section due by Feb. 10. (10%) Students will then submit a Power Point to the instructor about their chosen work of art. (10%) The Power Point, listed in the gradebook as Student Responsibility and Communication, must be submitted by Feb. 24.
2. Four tests, each covering the previous five or six days of instruction. Tests are open for three days, have 50 questions, and students have 45 minutes to complete. Students may take the test an unlimited number of times while open. Total - 40%
3. Attendance Essay (10%) - Students will select, using You Tube, one of Beethoven's nine symphonies to listen to and then submit at least a 500 word, collegiately-written essay. The submission portal, as well as a suggested rubric are in the Content section of the class site. The due date is Feb. 17
4. Students will complete the Short Discussion Question (that's the title), which is located on the sidebar of the class site. This assignment has three multi-part questions related to two famous works of art. Each question requires at least a 250 word response, submitted through the portal, and must be collegiately-written. The due date is Feb. 03.
5. Final Exam - (20%) - Final is open for three days and is all - inclusive. The Final is similar to other tests comprising fifty questions with a 45 minute time limit. The grade is recorded twice. Students have unlimited opportunities to take exam, with the best grade recorded.
Grading Schema
A: 89.5 – 100.00
B: 79.7 – 89.49
C: 69.5 – 79.49
D: 59.5 – 69.49
F: Below 59.5
Regular student attendance is absolutely necessary to realize success in any college class. In addition to a disciplined commitment to assignment completion, students must adhere to the syllabus, as well as check and respond to their college emails. Students also need to communicate with the instructor regarding any issues or questions regarding the class.
Course Outline
| Week | Dates | Assignments |
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| 1 | 01/13-01/16 | M- Lesson 1: Intro; Possible Project Topics T-- Lesson 2: Further Explanations; Possible Project Topics, Cont'd W - Lesson 3: Possible Project Topics Concluded Th- Lesson 4: Prehistoric through Mesopotamia
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| 2 | 01/21-01/23 | T - Lesson 5: Sculpture W - Lesson 6: Egypt Th - Lesson 7: Israel and Early Greece |
| 3 | 01/27-01/30 | M-Lesson 8: Chpt 3: pp 83-111; Architecture T- Lesson 9: Classical and Hellenistic Greece W - Lesson 10: Rome Th - Lesson 11: Music Test #1: Lesson's 4 - 9; 01/16-01/27; Open 91/31-02/02 |
| 4 | 02/03-02/06 | Short Discussion Question Due Through Portal (02/03) M-Lesson 12: Music T - Lesson 13; Middle Ages & Byzantium W- Lesson 14: Chpt 10; Early Renaissance Th - Lesson 15: Chpt 5; Literature Test #2: Lessons 10 - 14; 01/29-02/05; Open 02/07-02/09
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| 5 | 02/10-02/13 | M - Critical Thinking Analysis Due Through Portal (02/10) M - Literature II T-Lesson 16: The HIgh Renaissance and Northern Renaissance W- Lesson 17: Theatre Th- Lesson 18: The Baroque Test #3: Lessons 15-18; 02/06-02/13; Open 02/14-02/16 |
| 6 | 02/17-.02/20 | M-Attendance Essays due through Portal (02/17) M-Lesson 19: The Rococo and Neoclassical T - Lesson 20: Cinema W - Lesson 21; Romanticism Th - Lesson 22: Dance I |
| 7 | 02/24-02/27 | Power Point (Listed as Student Responsibility and Communication) due through Portal in Content Section. Due M-02/24 M-Lesson 23: Realism through Impressionism T- Lesson 24: Dance II W - Lesson 25: Post Impressionism Th-Final Topics Test #4; Lesson's 19 - 26; 02/17-02/27; Open 02/28 & 03/01 - Note: Only Two Days! |
| 8 | 03/03-03/05 | Class does not meet Final Open 03/02- 03/04 Grades Submitted 03/06 |
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The Course Calendar is subject to change due to unexpected situations. It is the student’s responsibility to check online email and announcements for all other forms of communication issued by the Instructor.
In the collegiate experience, students encounter diverse views and subject matter which expands their knowledge and experience. In all Humanities and Philosophy courses we might read and discuss some works which include, but are not limited to, death, violence, sexuality, race, potentially offensive language and political and religious viewpoints different from your own. If any sensitive subject matter is a concern to you, please arrange a meeting with your instructor.
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