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HUMANITIES 102 Introduction to the Performing Arts

INSTRUCTOR: Professor R. E. Danquah

NORTHWEST CAMPUS

CRN: 20970

Tuesday, 6:00 PM – 8:55 PM

DOWNRIVER CAMPUS

CRN: 20967

Wednesday, 7:00 PM – 9:55 PM

INSTRUCTOR’S OFFICE:

Faculty Office

OFFICE HOURS: 30 minutes prior to class or immediately

after class

INSTRUCTOR’S BLOG:

www.professordanquah.wordpress.com

INSTRUCTOR’S E-MAIL:

rdanqua1@wcccd.edu

VISION STATEMENT

WCCCD’s vision is to be recognized as an institution that

has achieved national and international recognition for enduring excellence as a comprehensive multi-campus

community college district. WCCCD will focus on

continuous self-evaluation and improvement, preparation of a highly skilled workforce in support of the Wayne County

economy; student academic and career success; and leadership in strengthening the open door philosophy of

educational opportunity.

MISSION STATEMENT

Wayne County Community College District’s

mission is to empower individuals, businesses,

and communities to achieve their goals through excellent and accessible services, culturally diverse

experiences, and globally competitive higher education and

career advancement programs.

VALUES STATEMENT

• Supporting Excellence In Teaching & Learning • Honoring Diversity

• Serving The Common Good

• Being Accountable • Operating With Integrity

HUM 102 – Revised January 2017 – Danquah

TEXTBOOK: : Introduction to the Performing Arts by McGraw

Hill-Primis ISBN: 978-0-390-78306-6

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course covers the importance of music, dance, poetry and

drama in contemporary life. This question is examined in

relation to the individual and society with emphasis on HOW

to listen to the music and the words. The course is designed for

people who make up audiences and for the student who would

like to be a more creative person and a better informed

consumer.

PREREQUISITES: None

COURSE GOAL

This course will help students develop a competence in general

knowledge and understanding of the visual arts and humanities.

EXPECTED OUTCOMES

Upon completion of this course, the successful student will be able

to:

Analyze primary works in the performing arts and

humanities in terms of how they contribute to history and

culture;

Identify works in the arts and humanities within a historical

and cultural framework;

Understand those works as expressions of individual and

human values within an historical and social context, and

respond critically to works in the arts;

To articulate an informed personal reaction and critically

analysis performing works in the arts;

Learn and use the vocabulary of the arts and humanities, and

develop an appreciation for the performing arts.

TEACHING METHOD

The method of teaching will be through class discussion, lectures,

student presentations, field trips, and visual resources.

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ATTENDANCE & TARDINESS POLICIES

Class attendance is mandatory and is taken at the beginning of each class session;

Students should plan to arrive to class 5 – 10 minutes to prior to the start time;

Students who arrive 10 minutes late are considered tardy, and will not receive credit for participation.

Students must remain in class for the duration of the class to be counted as present. If a student leaves

early, the student will be marked absent and you will not receive participation points.

Three (3) unexcused absences will automatically earn a failing grade of an “E” in the course.

Only official or medical excuses will be honored. Students must turn in their official excuses

immediately after they return to the next class session. Late official excuses will not be honored;

Students must advise the instructor in advance of any medical condition that might prevent you from

completing the work for this class via email;

If you miss a lot of classes, it is strongly recommended that you withdraw from the course because

you risk failing.

STUDENT’S EXPECTATIONS 1. You must arrive to class on time and ready to work and learn.

2. You must be RESPECTFUL AND POLITE TO ALL.

3. You are responsible for any assignments, material, notes or tests missed due to an absence. Students are

responsible for contacting the instructor and scheduling make-up assignments. As a college student, you

are expected to schedule at least two hours of study time outside of class for each hour the class meets.

4. You are responsible for the readings and not relying entirely on the instructor presenting every detail.

You should save all your work until the completion of the course.

5. If you plan to e-mail your instructor with questions or concerns, identify yourself and the class you are

referring to before beginning your message or question. Use your WCCCD email address when sending

private/personal communications to the instructor.

6. If you have any health conditions that might create a classroom emergency (i.e., seizure disorders,

diabetes, heart conditions, cancer treatments, pregnancy), you are responsible for informing your

instructor.

7. If you have any needs for test taking or other accommodations, you are responsible for discussing them

with your instructor prior to an exam or due date of the first assignment/homework. The instructor must

receive notification from the Student Services Office.

8. You should plan to attend all class sessions. Class attendance contributes significantly to academic

success. Students who attend classes regularly tend to earn higher grades and have higher passing rates in

courses. Excessive absences may jeopardize grades or even the ability to continue in the course.

9. You cannot make-up student group reports and/or activities.

10. Assignments/homework cannot be emailed. They will not be accepted or graded.

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GENERAL POLICIES

1. Sleeping in class, giggling, or studying notes for another class will not be tolerated.

2. Turn off your cell phone before class begins. You are not allowed to use cell phones (or any other

form of technical devices) to send or receive messages in the classroom. Students may use

communication devices outside the classroom before the start of class, during breaks, and after

class has dismissed.

3. Cheating and intentional plagiarism undermine the purpose of learning. WCCCD standards regarding

cheating and intentional plagiarism will be strictly enforced.

4. In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, WCCCD will make every attempt to provide

equal access for persons with disabilities. If you should need help, or accommodations due to a disability,

contact the Student Services Office.

5. It is the policy of WCCCD that the responsibility for dropping a class belongs to the student. Students

may drop or withdraw from a class until Monday, April 10, 2017.

6. A drop form will not be signed for a student who has not attended class 80% of the time.

7. No eating, drinking, and smoking in the classroom.

8. NO CHILDREN allowed in any classroom or lab AT ANYTIME.

GRADES

Final grades are based on the following:

(4) Essay Assignments (100 pts each) 400 pts

(1) Group Presentation 100 pts

Participation Points 100 pts

(1) Final Exam 200 pts

TOTAL: 800 pts

800 – 720 pts A

719 – 640 pts B

639 – 560 pts C

549 – 480 pts D

479 – below E

FIELD TRIP

There will be one mandatory scheduled field trip. The field trip should last no longer than two hours.

COMPLETION OF ASSIGNMENTS Late assignments will receive a one-letter grade reduction. No late assignment or work will be received after one

consecutive class session. Unfinished and hand-written work will not be accepted. All course work is expected to

be finished and submitted for credit by the stated deadline. Assignments cannot be emailed. They will not be

accepted or graded.

ASSESSMENT METHODS

Students who arrive after an exam or quiz has been distributed will not be able to take the exam. The

student will receive a failing grade of an “E”. Makeup quizzes and exams are at the discretion of the instructor.

There is no guarantee that a makeup will be given. To ensure consideration for a makeup, contact the instructor

within 24 hours before or after the scheduled exam by email.

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ACADEMIC GRADES

The following is the Wayne County Community College District’s grading system:

Grade Points Description/Explanation

A 4.0 Excellent

B 3.0 Above Average

C 2.0 Average

D 1.0 Below Average

E 0.0 Failure to complete course requirements satisfactorily

Academic grades are “A”, “B”, “C”, “D”, and “E”. Pluses and minuses are not given with the grades.

Incomplete Grade

An instructor may give an “I” or “Incomplete” grade for a student during the final two weeks of the

semester when the student cannot complete the course requirements because of emergency circumstances.

Emergency circumstances are considered situations beyond the control of the student. The criteria to give

an “I” grade are as follows:

1). The student must be passing the course.

2). The student must complete a contract which is mutually agreed upon by the student and the

instructor.

3). The student must have a true emergency, such as emergency surgery.

The instructor and the student complete the “I” form contract and discuss the conditions of the contract.

The student must agree to the conditions of the contract and must sign the contract. The instructor signs

the contract, enters the grade into the Banner System final grade module and turns in a copy of the contract

at final checkout.

District policy requires all students who earn an incomplete “I” grade to complete that contract by the end

of two consecutive regular semesters after the term in which the “I” grade was given. The student is

charged with the responsibility of completing the contract requirements through the instructor who issued

the “I” grade.

In the event the student is unable to contact the instructor, the student must immediately contact the

appropriate campus academic administrator for instructions. Failure to complete the course requirements

within the two regular consecutive semester time limit shall result in a grade of “E” replacing the “I”

grade. Students should not register a second time for a course in which they have received an

outstanding “I” grade.

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“W” Grades

WI Institutional

Withdrawal

For failure to attend any class during the first four (4) weeks of the semester.

W Withdrawal Withdrawal by the student during the first half of the semester. (8th week)

WP Withdrawal

Passing

Withdrawal by the student doing passing work. This withdrawal occurs

between the ninth (9th

) week and the twelfth (12th

) week of classes. The

add/drop form must be signed by the instructor.

WF Withdrawal

Failing Withdrawal by the student doing failing work between the ninth (9

th

) week

and the twelfth (12th

) week of classes. The add/drop form must be signed by

the instructor.

XN Non-payment Suppresses grade due to non-payment.

XW Walk-away Attended at least one class during the first third of the semester and

failed to withdraw during the remaining two-thirds of the semester.

Note:

While neither grades WI, W, WP, nor WF are calculated as part of the official grade point

average, they are counted in determining satisfactory academic progress for students receiving

financial aid and their continuing aid eligibility.

ACADEMIC HONESTY

The expectations at WCCCD are that principles of truth and honesty will be practiced in all academic matters.

Therefore, acts of academic dishonesty, including such activities as plagiarism or cheating are regarded by the

college as very serious offenses. In the event that cheating, plagiarism or other forms of academic dishonesty on

the part of students are discovered, each incident will be handled on an individual basis as deemed appropriate by

the instructor.

CHANGES OF GRADES

There is a process by which faculty can change grades. Grades are assigned based upon the faculty member’s

assessment of student performance in achieving the competencies identified for the course. In cases where a

clerical error was made in recording grades from the instructor’s records to the District records, a change of grade

can be initiated by the faculty member. Or, if a mistake in calculation caused a faculty member to assign a grade

inconsistent with performance at the time grades were due, the change of grade process is the mechanism by

which the District record can be altered (within 90 days) to reflect the instructor’s valid assessment.

While a student can request that the instructor review with him or her, the basis upon which a grade is awarded,

the student should be made to understand that performance in meeting course objectives as judged by the faculty

is, in the final analysis, the basis upon which the grade is awarded. To the extent that effort, hard work, and

improvement contribute to performance of competencies, those attributes are reinforced through grades as well.

However, students at times need to be gently reminded that effort, improvement, and working hard does not, in

and of itself, merit an “A” grade in a course.

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Similarly, the student also needs to understand that the pressure of his/her non-academic commitments (i.e.,

family, jobs, social, community, etc.) does not constitute a valid reason for the instructor to have lower

expectations of some students than of others. At times, students try to do too much and, therefore, cannot devote

the time to academics that is required. Those students may benefit from assistance in planning their academic

schedules so as to meet educational goals while fulfilling personal commitments.

LEARNING CENTER

The Learning Center, funded by the U.S. Department of Education, assists students with regularly scheduled

tutoring appointments. Many other students are assisted on a drop-in basis. The LC gives presentations to classes

upon requests and welcomes instructors to accompany their students to the lab to familiarize them with the

location and services. Tutoring is offered for all courses subject to the availability of tutors.

ACCESS

The ACCESS program provides supportive services and academic assistance to students enrolled in vocational,

technical and occupational programs and who are handicapped, academically or economically disadvantaged or

who have limited English proficiency.

Such services include educational, career and personal counseling, interpreters, note takers, readers, tutors,

mobility assistance and referral services. Special equipment such as tape recorders, computers, and

telecommunication devices for the deaf and closed-circuit televisions are available to support students with

special needs.

STUDENT SURVEY INSTRUCTION – Electronic address:

www.wcccd.edu/dept/survey.htm

It is the policy of the Wayne County Community College District that the responsibility for dropping a

class belongs to the student. Please pay attention to the drop dates and policies in academic schedule for

each term.

COMPLETION OF ASSIGNMENTS Late assignments will receive a one-letter grade reduction. No late assignment or work will be received after one

consecutive class sessions. Unfinished work will not be accepted. All course work is expected to be finished and

submitted for credit by the stated deadline. Assignments cannot be emailed nor dropped off at the faculty

office. They will not be accepted or graded.

KEYS TO SUCCESS IN PROF. DANQUAH’S CLASS Be punctual and come to class prepared with all needed materials.

Pay attention – follow directions.

Complete homework and all assignments timely. Read your textbook!

Study your notes, textbook readings and materials before and after class.

Spend time to master the material for this class.

Identify a “student buddy/partner.”

Keep up with your class progress.

Participate positively in class activities.

Enjoy the class!

Downriver 734-374-3206

Downtown 313-496-2708

Eastern 313-579-6923

Northwest 313-943-4073

Western 734-697-5190

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INSTRUCTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES

Be punctual and come to class prepared.

Motivate students to experience success.

Maintain an inclusive and positive learning environment.

Be a positive role model.

Be accessible, communicative, and honest with students.

FINAL THOUGHTS – Private conversations distract the instructor and other students; please refrain when the

instructor or a classmate has the floor.

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HUMANITIES 102 – Spring 2017 Academic Schedule

INSTRUCTOR’S BLOG: www.professordanquah.wordpress.com

Week 1 January 17 and 18

Agenda: Class Syllabus, Positive Attendance, WCCCD Email

Lecture: The Pyramid of Thinking & Learning, the Tradition Roles of an Artist

Lecture: What is the Role of the Artist? The World of the Performing Arts

Week 2 January 24 and 25

Recap: The Pyramid of Thinking & Learning, the Tradition Roles of an Artist

Lecture: What is the Theatre? (The Building, the Company, and Occupations)

Week 3 January 31 and February 1

Lecture: What is the Theatre? (The Occupations)

Northwest Homework Due: Critical Analysis Essay #1: Commericals – January 31

Downriver Homework Due: Critical Analysis Essay #1: Commericals – February 01

Week 4 February 7 and 8

Lecture: What is a Play? (Classifying Plays)

Lecture: What is a Play (Dramaturgy)

MANDATORY FIELD TRIP – MANDATORY FIELD TRIP – MANDATORY FIELD TRIP

Play – Harriet Jacobs

TICKETS: $10.00 per student

http://www.tickets.com/venue/bonstelle-theatre-15564/

Wayne State University Bonstelle Theatre

3424 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48201, (313) 577-2960

Friday, Feb. 10 @ 7:00 PM

Saturday, Feb. 11 @ 7:00 PM

Sunday, Feb. 12 @ 3:00 PM

Week 5 Februday 14 and 15

Lecture: What is the Theatre? (The Occupations) & The Actor as an Artist

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Week 6 February 21 and 22

Lecture: The Actor as an Artist

Northwest Homework Due: Critical Analysis Essay #2 : Harriet Jacobs – Feb. 21

Downriver Homework Due: Critical Analysis Essay #2: Harriet Jacobs – Feb. 22

Week 7 February 28 and March 1

Lecture: The Art of World Music

Week 8 March 7 and 8

Lecture: The Art of World Dance

Week 9 March 14 and 15

Lecture: The Art of American Music

Week 10 March 21 and 22

Lecture: The Art and Culture of Hip Hop

Northwest Homework Due: Critical Analysis Essay #3 (Compare and Contrast) – March 21

Downriver Homework Due: Critical Analysis Essay #3 (Compare and Contrast) – March 22

Week 11 March 28 and 29

No Class – Pending WCCCD Administration Approval

Week 12 April 4 and 5

The Playwright

Group Analysis (Attendance Mandatory) DO NOT BE ABSENT OR LATE.

THE GROUP ANALYSIS ASSIGNMENT CANNOT BE MADE UP.

Week 13 April 11 and 12

Lecture: The Art and Culture of Hip Hop

Northwest Homework Due: Critical Analysis Essay #4 – April 11

Downriver Homework Due: Critical Analysis Essay #4 – April 12

Week 14 April 18 and 20

SPRING BREAK – April 14 – 20, No Class

Week 15 April 25 and 26

The Art and Culture of Music Videos

Week 16 May 2 and 3

FINAL WEEK

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INSTRUCTOR’S E-MAIL

rdanqua1@wcccd.edu

INSTRUCTOR’S BLOG/WEBSITE

www.professordanquah.wordpress.com

PERSONAL ACADEMIC PROGRESS REPORT

Record Your Academic Performance

Critcal Anaylsis Essay #1 ________/100

Critcal Anaylsis Essay #2 ________/100

Critcal Anaylsis Essay #3 ________/100

Critcal Anaylsis Essay #4 ________/100

Group Analysis 1 ________/100

Participation ________ (7 pts per class x 14 = 98+2=100 possible pts)

Final Exam ________/200

TOTAL POINTS ________/800

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Statement of Receipt of HUMUNITIES

I have received a copy of the syllabus for Humanities and agree to abide by its terms

and conditions.

I have also read and understand the Student Code of Conduct, and Policy on

Academic Dishonesty.

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Student’s Name (PRINT)

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Student’s Signature

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