Course Syllabus Art History I ARTS 1303 Semester with Course Reference Number (CRN) Instructor contact information (phone number and email address) Spring 2011, CRN 76084 Kristi Wilson Office Location and Hours Course Location/Times Course Semester Credit Hours (SCH) (lecture, lab) If applicable Total Course Contact Hours Codwell STECH, Room 208, Sat 1:00 4:00 p.m. Credit Hours 3.00 Lecture Hours 3.00 Laboratory Hours 48 Continuing Education Units (CEU): if applicable Course Length (number of weeks) Type of Instruction 16 weeks Lecture with: Methods of instruction may include: lectures, readings (from textbooks, peerreviewed articles, books and original source seminal texts), slide presentations, video/film presentations, art demonstrations, and in-class critiques.
Course Description: Course Prerequisite(s) Academic Discipline/CTE Program Learning Outcomes This course is an examination of painting, sculpture, architecture and related arts covering the Paleolithic through Gothic periods. Also covered is the art of nonwestern cultures. This course satisfies the cross-cultural component. Core Curriculum course PREREQUISITE(S): Must be placed into college-level reading and college-level writing. 1. (level 1, knowledge) Graduates will recognize the importance of integrity, accountability, artistic freedom and open-mindedness in their individual artistic production and in wide-ranging shared civic responsibility. (Adapted from HCC Values Statement.) Will care about doing honorable work. Respect themselves and others. Be true to themselves. Be honest with themselves. Contribute to society. Love of learning. Open-mindedness. 2. (level 3, application) Graduates are prepared for life and work in a global and technological society. (Adapted from HCC Mission Statement.) Able to continue into a 4 year B.F.A. program. Live as a creative professional or use education in other profession. Problem solving. 3. (level 4, analysis) Graduates will demonstrate competence in basic art studio skills and/or art history knowledge. (Adapted from the National Association of Schools of Art NASAD guidelines.) Safety and proficiency of tools, techniques and materials. Presentation/Preparation of exhibitions and portfolios. Artistic success is the result of practice and repetition. Artistic terminology. Drawing fundamentals (figure, landscape, still life, abstract, etc.) Small things, ordinary things matter. 4. (level 5, synthesis) Graduates will relate knowledge, skills, discipline and responsibility to successfully live and work after graduation. (Adapted from HCC art faculty and others.) Artistic skill Communication skills (speaking and writing) Literacy skills. Intellectual ability. Small things, ordinary things matter. Teamwork and dealing with colleagues. No corner cutting. Creativity. Innovation. Having gained the basic skills that will enable them to do the things they most value. Persistence.
Courage to try new things, to operate outside their comfort zone. Interpersonal skills. Business, promotional, professional and entrepreneurial skills. 5. (level 6, evaluation; level 5, synthesis) Graduates can evaluate and relate art theories, elements, principles and styles in practical, day-to-day artistic experiences in their own work and in the wider contemporary world. (Adapted from the National Association of Schools of Art - NASAD guidelines.) Formal elements and principles of design. Drawing skills. Design and Composition skills. Live as a creative professional. Know when to change direction or tactics. Self-evaluation. A sense of lasting or sustained understanding. Creativity and concept development. Love of learning. 6. (level 6, evaluation) Graduates will relate the high ethical and professional standards of their faculty to their own experience. (Adapted from HCC art faculty and others.) Opposed to plagiarism. Copyrights. Honor and fulfill commitments. Keeping one s word. Having the ability to apologize after errors or misdeeds. No corner cutting. Respecting others and respecting the property of others. Small things, ordinary things, matter. Sticking up for oneself and others. Value self-learning. Value lifelong learning and development. Value experience with faculty. Value collaboration with peers and classmates. Goal setting and attainment. Value involvement with educational activities. Ability to make sacrifices for long-term goals. Distinguish true success as the satisfaction of having done one s best. Course Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): 4 to 7 1. (Level 1) Identify stylistic characteristics of each of the selected cultures and 2. (Level 2) Express stylistic characteristics of each of the selected cultures and 3. (Level 4) Examine the function of painting, sculpture, architecture and other arts from Prehistoric to Late Gothic time. 4. (Level 6) Appraise the function of painting, sculpture, architecture, other arts and period styles from Prehistoric to Late Gothic time.
Learning Objectives (Numbering system should be linked to SLO - e.g., 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, etc.) (Level 1) Identify stylistic characteristics of each of the selected cultures and 1. Recognize formal elements in selected artworks of each of the selected cultures and 2. Recognize principles of design in selected artworks of each of the selected cultures and 3. Identify artistic themes of each of the selected cultures and 4. Describe the artistic roles of each of the selected cultures and 5. Know the artistic representation of artworks of each of the selected cultures and (Level 2) Express stylistic characteristics of each of the selected cultures and 1. Articulate the stylistic characteristics of various cultures. 2. Categorize the period styles from Late Gothic to present time. 3. Compare and contrast the formal elements of selected artworks. 4. Compare and contrast the principles of design of selected 5. Interpret the iconography of selected artworks. (Level 4) Examine the function of painting, sculpture, architecture and other arts from Prehistoric to Late Gothic time. 1. Identify period styles of selected artworks. 2. Differentiate period styles of selected artworks. 3. Establish stylistic characteristics of art and design from the various cultures and period styles included in the course. 4. Integrate the function of selected artworks in their historical context. (Level 6) Appraise the function of painting, sculpture, architecture, other arts and period styles from Prehistoric to Late Gothic time. 1. Summarize the period styles of selected artworks. 2. Interpret content in selected artworks. 3. Hypothesize the iconographical intent of the artist and/or producing culture of selected artworks. 4. Evaluate the formal elements and principles of design. 5. Judge the artistic merits of selected artworks. SCANS and/or Core Curriculum Competencies: If applicable Instructional Methods Student Assignments Face to Face Web-enhanced (49% or less) Distance (100%) Web-based (Level 1) Identify stylistic characteristics of each of the selected cultures and No assignments selected for this outcome (Level 2) Express stylistic characteristics of each of the selected cultures and No assignments selected for this outcome (Level 4) Examine the function of painting, sculpture, architecture and other arts from Prehistoric to Late Gothic time.
No assignments selected for this outcome (Level 6) Appraise the function of painting, sculpture, architecture, other arts and period styles from Prehistoric to Late Gothic time. No assignments selected for this outcome Student Assessment(s) Instructor's Requirements Program/Discipline Requirements: If applicable (Level 1) Identify stylistic characteristics of each of the selected cultures and No assessments selected for this outcome (Level 2) Express stylistic characteristics of each of the selected cultures and No assessments selected for this outcome (Level 4) Examine the function of painting, sculpture, architecture and other arts from Prehistoric to Late Gothic time. No assessments selected for this outcome (Level 6) Appraise the function of painting, sculpture, architecture, other arts and period styles from Prehistoric to Late Gothic time. No assessments selected for this outcome Please refer to In-Class Day 1 course syllabus addendum distributed by Gonzales on the first day of class for additional governing information. Found within http://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/michael.gonzales/arts1303/professors-in-classresources Course Purpose This survey course introduces the visual arts and explains the role they have played in history using examples of sculpture, painting, architecture, and craft art. Art History I examines the period from about 28000 BCE to 1400 CE including non- Western and tribal cultures. Description of Course Content The course surveys major western art historical movements form prehistoric times up to the Late Gothic period as well as art of non-western cultures. Major areas of study include: the Birth of Art, Ancient Near Eastern Art, Egyptian Art, Aegean Art, Greek Art, Etruscan Art, Roman Art, Early Christian Art, Byzantine Art, Islamic Art, Early Medieval Art in the West, Romanesque Art, Gothic Art, the Art of Indian Asia, the Art of China and Korea, the Art of Japan, the Native Arts of the Americas and Oceania, and the Arts of Africa. The course includes lectures, readings, slide presentations, class discussions, and written assignments regarding the art and concepts essential to its understanding and analysis. Objectives and Requirements By the end of the semester the student who passes with a final grade of C or above will have demonstrated the ability to: Complete and comprehend all graded assignments Attend class regularly, missing no more than 12.5% of instruction (12 hours) Arrive at class promptly and with the required materials for that day s session Be prepared for and participate in small group or class discussions Demonstrate the ability to communicate orally in clear, coherent, and
persuasive language Demonstrate the ability to use computer-based technology in communicating, solving problems, and acquiring information Complete a minimum of 2000 words in a combination of writing assignments and/or projects Maintain an overall average of 70 or above on assignments, projects, and tests. Explain and illustrate stylistic characteristics of each of the various cultures and styles included in the course syllabus Compare and contrast works of art from the text using the terminology and iconography of art Explain the function of art in its historical context Additional requirements for Honors students. Honors students will write an additional 2000 words. They will complete a project or oral presentation that shows a higher level of analytical thinking and satisfies the requirement of the honors contract HCC Grading Scale A = 100-90 4 points per semester hour B = 89-80: 3 points per semester hour C = 79-70: 2 points per semester hour D = 69-60: 1 point per semester hour 59 and below = F 0 points per semester hour IP (In Progress) 0 points per semester hour W(Withdrawn) 0 points per semester hour I (Incomplete) 0 points per semester hour AUD (Audit) 0 points per semester hour IP (In Progress) is given only in certain developmental courses. The student must re-enroll to receive credit. COM (Completed) is given in non-credit and continuing education courses. To compute grade point average (GPA), divide the total grade points by the total number of semester hours attempted. The grades "IP," "COM" and "I" do not affect GPA. See "Health Science Program/Discipline Requirements" for grading scale. Instructor Grading Criteria Instructional Materials Required: Stokstad, Marilyn. 'Art History', 4th edition, Volume I, with digital MyArtsLab Custom Access Code card for E-book and peripherals. HCC Policy Statement: Access Student Services Policies on their Web site: http://hccs.edu/student-rights
Distance Education and/or Continuing Education Policies Access DE Policies on their Web site: Access CE Policies on their Web site: http://de.hccs.edu/distance_ed/de_home/faculty_resources/pdfs/de_syllabus.pdf http://hccs.edu/ce-student-guidelines To do well in this class you will need strong study skills. I will follow the text closely, but many of the questions on the exams will come from my lectures. The text for this class is Stokstad, Art History, 4 th Edition, Volume 1. For each test there will be 50 multiple choice questions and a test essay worth 15 points. You will need to bring a scantron and a test essay to each test. Any test without an essay will receive a grade of zero F. There is one 800 word essay required for this class. Late papers will receive a failing grade no exceptions. Plan ahead! To receive a passing grade for this class you must complete four exams with test essays, write one 800 word essay and take the final exam. A passing grade will not be given to students who do not write the 800 word museum essay. If you take all of the tests and write all of the essays, your lowest test grade will be dropped. The final exam will not be dropped. If you do not take all of the tests, you will receive a 0% (F) for each missed test(s). Do not sign up for a class that you cannot attend. Unannounced quizzes are often given at the beginning of class. You may use your book, notes or computer, but if you are not on time, you cannot take the quiz. The clock in the classroom will determine the correct time. Your cell phone, watch or car clock does not determine the starting time for this class. If you are late, you must tell me after class so that I do not mark you absent. Houston traffic and student parking is a problem. Assume that as a reality and prepare for it. Your final grade is based on the following percentages: Test I 19% Test II 19% Test III 19% Lowest Test Score IV dropped when you complete all four tests Final 19%
General Class Calendar: Essay 15% Quizzes 9% 100% HCC Policy Statement: Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) This is the assignment calendar for this class. We may get a day or two ahead or behind schedule. Note that tests are given after we have covered the corresponding material and the dates, therefore, are subject to change. Remember: We can have quizzes at any time. They do not have to be announced. January 22 Paleolithic & Introduction 29 Art of Ancient Near East February 05 Art of Ancient Egypt 12 Art of the Ancient Aegean 19 Art of Ancient Greece 26 Etruscan and Roman Art March 05 Jewish, Early Christian, and Byzantine Art 12 Islamic Art 19 Spring Break 26 Art of South and Southeast Asia Before 1200 April 02 Chinese and Korean Art Before 1279 09 Japanese Art Before 13333 16 Art of the Americas Before 1300 23Early African Art 30 Early Medieval Art in Europe & Romanesque May 07 Gothic & Fourteenth-Century Art in Europe 14 FINAL EXAM Any student with a documented disability (e.g. physical, learning, psychiatric, vision, hearing, etc.) who needs to arrange reasonable accommodations must contact the Disability Services Office at the respective college at the beginning of each semester. Faculty is authorized to provide only the accommodations requested by the Disability Support Services Office. If you have any questions, please contact the Disability Counselor at your college or the District Disability Office at 713-718-5165. The counselor at Northline is Kim Ingram. Her number is 713.718.8420