art 108 syllabus overview
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Art 108 Ancient to MedievalArt 108 Ancient to MedievalWestchester Community CollegeMelissa Hall, PhDFall 2017
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Professor Melissa HallAAB 405914-606-6835
Meet Your Instructor
On top of Brunelleschi’s Dome, 2008
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AAB 405
Monday 3:00-5:00Tuesday 3:00-5:00Thursday 3:00-4:00
Meet Your Instructor
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Course DescriptionA selective history of the art of ancient cultures from Prehistory to the Gothic period
Image source: http://www.mhhe.com/socscience/art/timelines/
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You will be able to identify major works of art by title and period/culture
What you will learn
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You will be able to describe and analyze selected artifacts and monuments of the ancient world
What you will learn
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You will be able to explain the meaning/purpose of selected works of art in relation to their cultural and historical context
What you will learn
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You will be able to compare and contrast selected works of art in terms of subject matter, style, cultural meaning, and function
What you will learn
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The course textbook is available online
http://wccart108.wordpress.com/
Course Textbook
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Also available on Blackboard
Course Textbook
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Online chapters include illustrations and embedded videos (mostly from Smarthistory.org)
Course Textbook
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Use your textbook money to buy a tablet!
Course textbook
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How will my learning be evaluated?
Assessment
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Homework assignments due each class
Homework
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Homeworks based on assigned videos and online resources
Homework
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Most videos come from Smarthistory.org
Homework
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Short, easy, popular with past students
Homework
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Homeworks will be graded using a simple check mark system
Homework
= 3 points
= 2 points
= 1 point
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Evaluation will be based on effort, rather than accuracy
Homework
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No late homeworks accepted
You must attend class to submit
Homework
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Describe and analyze a work of art that was studied in class
Visual Analysis Assignment
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There will be an in-class workshop to get you started on the assignment
Visual Analysis Assignment
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Compare and contrast works of art on the basis of subject matter, style, and cultural function
Visual Comparison Assignment
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There will be an in-class workshop to get you started on the assignment
Visual Comparison Assignment
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Three unit exams consisting of two parts
Exams
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Part 1: Slide Identification
•Identify the works
•Demonstrate knowledge about them
Exams
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Part 2: Short answer/paragraph response
Exams
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Grading
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Failure to complete all course assignments may result in a failing grade
Grading I don’t do homework . . .
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If class is canceled, you are expected to check the course website or Blackboard shell for instructions
Weather Closings
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There will be learning activities assigned, and you will be held responsible for completing the activities
Weather Closings
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You are expected to attend all classes, and to arrive on time
Einstein Strikes Out, Brian Germaine, The Angry Art Teacherhttp://www.bgstudios.com/angry.html#
Course Policies
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No late Homeworks will be accepted, so attendance will be factored into your Homework grade
This Doesn’t Bode Well for You, Brian Germaine, The Angry Art Teacherhttp://www.bgstudios.com/angry.html#
Course Policies
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To accommodate absences, 3 of the lowest Homework grades will be dropped
Course Policies
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Behavior that is disruptive or that interferes with instruction will not be accepted
No Talking, Brian Germaine, The Angry Art Teacherhttp://www.bgstudios.com/angry.html#
Course Policies
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Please refrain from using electronic devices during class!
Course Policies
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If you must miss an exam, contact me to arrange a make-up!
Course Policies Hi Professor, I think I’m gonna need to schedule a make-up exam . . . .
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Extensions on the due dates for written essays will be given on a case by case basis
Course Policies
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Students must have a valid reason for requiring an extension, and must contact the instructor to make arrangements
Course Policies
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This class will be conducted in accordance with the college's basic standards of academic honesty
Course Policies
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Cheating, plagiarism, or any other form of academic dishonesty will not be tolerated
Course Policies
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Visit the college website for an overview of plagiarism, and tips on how to avoid it
Course PoliciesCool, here’s
something on Wikipedia
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WCC provides services for students with documented disabilities
Students with Disabilities
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Visit the college website to learn about services that are available
Students with Disabilities
http://www.sunywcc.edu/student-services/disability-services/
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The college also provides a range of services through the Academic Support Center
Academic Support
http://www.sunywcc.edu/student-services/asc/
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It is up to you to take advantage of the services available to you
Academic Support
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The Writing Center can help you with written assignments
Academic Support
http://www.sunywcc.edu/student-services/asc/writing-tutorial/
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Contact the Online Learning Office
Technical Problems
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http://wccart108.wordpress.com/
Course Website