art 109 syllabus overview (day class) spring 2017
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Art 109 Renaissance to ModernArt 109 Renaissance to ModernWestchester Community CollegeDr. Melissa HallSpring 2017
M T R 12:00-12:50 (REF# 12650)MTR 1:00-1:50 (REF# 14615)AAB 413
Professor Melissa HallAAB 405914-606-6835
On top of Brunelleschi’s Dome, 2008
Meet Your Instructor
Academic Arts Building, room 405
MON 3:00-5:00
TUES 3:00-5:00
THUR 3:00-4:00
Meet Your Instructor
Course DescriptionA selective survey of western European art 14th-20th century
Course DescriptionChronological overview of major artists, periods, and movements
Image source: http://www.mhhe.com/socscience/art/timelines/
You will be able to identify major works of art from the 15th to 20th century by artist, title, and period.
What you will learn
You’ll be able to describe, analyze, and compare major works of art using art historical terminology and concepts
What you will learn
Sharon Lipps, Art Appreciation, The Getty, LA, CA, 2009http://www.pbase.com/elips/image/73508927
You’ll be able to explain the relationship between works of art and the cultures they belong to
What you will learn
You’ll become familiar with online resources relevant to the study of art history
What you will learn
The course textbook is available online
https://art109wcc.wordpress.com/
Course Textbook
Use your textbook money to buy a tablet!
Course textbook
Online chapters include illustrations and embedded videos (mostly from Smarthistory.org)
Course Textbook
Smarthistory is an Online textbook, with video analyses of works of art
Created by Professors Steven Zucker & Beth Harris, from F.I.T.
How will your learning be evaluated?
Assessment
Homework assignments due each class
Homework
Based on assigned videos and online resources
Homework
Most assignments based on Smarthistory videos
Homework
Homeworks will be graded using a simple check mark system
Homework
= 3 points
= 2 points
= 1 point
Evaluation will be based on effort, rather than accuracy
Homework
Visual Analysis Exercises will guide you through the process of analyzing a work of art
Visual Analysis Exercises
They will prepare you for the Visual Analysis Essay Assignment
Visual Analysis Exercises
Essay on Humanism in the Renaissance
Visual Analysis Essay
Select a work from a “virtual gallery” of paintings in the Metropolitan Museum of Art
Visual Analysis Essay
Begin by completing a Pre-Writing Exercise
Visual Analysis Essay
You will be required to visit the Writing Center for help with your essay
Visual Analysis Essay
I have developed extensive guidelines to help you with your writing assignments
Visual Analysis Essay
The essay will be due after Spring Break
Visual Analysis Essay
You will be provided with thumbnail slide lists to use for taking notes in preparation for exams
Annotated Slide Lists
Slide Lists will be collected on the day of each of the three unit exams, and used to evaluate how well you prepared for exams
Annotated Slide Lists
Three Slide Identification Exams
Exams
•Identify the works
•Demonstrate knowledge about them
Exams
Exams will be a mixture of multiple choice + short answer questions
Exams
Grade Distribution
Homework 10%Visual Analysis Exercises 10%Visual Analysis Essay 15%Annotated Slide Lists 5%Exam #1 20%Exam #2 20%Exam #3 20%
Failure to complete all course assignments may result in a failing grade
Grade Distribution I don’t do papers . . .
No late homeworks accepted
You must attend class to submit
Late Submission Policies
To accommodate absences, 3 of the lowest Homework grades will be dropped
Late Submission Policies
Visual Analysis Exercises will be accepted up to three days past the posted deadline
Late Submission Policies
The Visual Analysis Essay will be accepted one week past the deadline, with a grade penalty
Late Submission Policies
If you must miss an exam, call me to arrange a make-up!
Make-up Exams must be scheduled within one week of the posted exam date
Late Submission Policies Hi Professor, I think I’m gonna need to schedule a make-up exam . . . .
Annotated Slide Lists are due on the day of the corresponding exam
No late submissions will be accepted
Late Submission Policies
If class is canceled, you are expected to check the course website or Blackboard shell for instructions
Weather Closings
There will be learning activities assigned, and you will be held responsible for completing the activities
Weather Closings
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
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
Please refrain from use of electronic devices during class!
Course Policies
This class will be conducted in accordance with the college's basic standards of academic honesty
Course Policies
Cheating, plagiarism, or any other form of academic dishonesty will not be tolerated
Course Policies
Visit the college website for an overview of plagiarism, and tips on how to avoid it
Course PoliciesCool, here’s
something on Wikipedia
WCC provides services for students with documented disabilities
Students with Disabilities
Visit the college website to learn about services that are available
Students with Disabilities
The college also provides a range of services through the Academic Support Center
Academic Support
It is up to you to take advantage of the services available to you
Academic Support
The Writing Center can help you with written assignments
Academic Support
Contact the Online Learning Office
Technical Problems
https://art109wcc.wordpress.com/
Course Website