Art 108 Syllabus Overview
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Art 108 Ancient to Medieval Art 108 Ancient to Medieval Westchester Community College Melissa Hall, PhD Fall 2017
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Art 108 Ancient to MedievalArt 108 Ancient to MedievalWestchester Community CollegeMelissa Hall, PhDFall 2017
Professor Melissa HallAAB 405914-606-6835
Meet Your Instructor
On top of Brunelleschi’s Dome, 2008
AAB 405
Monday 3:00-5:00Tuesday 3:00-5:00Thursday 3:00-4:00
Meet Your Instructor
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/
You will be able to identify major works of art by title and period/culture
What you will learn
You will be able to describe and analyze selected artifacts and monuments of the ancient world
What you will learn
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
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
The course textbook is available online
http://wccart108.wordpress.com/
Course Textbook
Also available on Blackboard
Course Textbook
Online chapters include illustrations and embedded videos (mostly from Smarthistory.org)
Course Textbook
Use your textbook money to buy a tablet!
Course textbook
How will my learning be evaluated?
Assessment
Homework assignments due each class
Homework
Homeworks based on assigned videos and online resources
Homework
Most videos come from Smarthistory.org
Homework
Short, easy, popular with past students
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
No late homeworks accepted
You must attend class to submit
Homework
Describe and analyze a work of art that was studied in class
Visual Analysis Assignment
There will be an in-class workshop to get you started on the assignment
Visual Analysis Assignment
Compare and contrast works of art on the basis of subject matter, style, and cultural function
Visual Comparison Assignment
There will be an in-class workshop to get you started on the assignment
Visual Comparison Assignment
Three unit exams consisting of two parts
Exams
Part 1: Slide Identification
•Identify the works
•Demonstrate knowledge about them
Exams
Part 2: Short answer/paragraph response
Exams
Grading
Failure to complete all course assignments may result in a failing grade
Grading I don’t do homework . . .
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
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
To accommodate absences, 3 of the lowest Homework grades will be dropped
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 using electronic devices during class!
Course Policies
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 . . . .
Extensions on the due dates for written essays will be given on a case by case basis
Course Policies
Students must have a valid reason for requiring an extension, and must contact the instructor to make arrangements
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
http://www.sunywcc.edu/student-services/disability-services/
The college also provides a range of services through the Academic Support Center
Academic Support
http://www.sunywcc.edu/student-services/asc/
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
http://www.sunywcc.edu/student-services/asc/writing-tutorial/
Contact the Online Learning Office
Technical Problems
http://wccart108.wordpress.com/
Course Website
