art appreciation logoSYLLABUS

 

Instructor Information
Name Brigitta Staley
E-mail Address staleyb@kellogg.edu  
Instructor Bio Brigitta Staley has worked in the Fine Art and Graphic Art field for over 30 years. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Fine Art from Indiana University at South Bend and a Master of Fine Arts for Pennsylvania State University.


Office
Campus Kellogg Community College
Office OITC-207
Office Phone 269.965.3931 ext. 2294


Class Information
Number of Weeks 15
Meeting Times/Location Online


Course Description
Description of Course: Art Appreciation is a survey of contemporary and traditional visual art themes. Emphasis is on current problems in communication through painting, sculpture, photography, film and architecture. May be used as humanities (creative) credit.


Goals
1. Develop an awareness of art in his/her everyday environment
2. Assess how art affects his/her everyday life; assess the role art plays in our culture
3. Validate art as a global experience and phenomenon
4. Incorporate a working vocabulary of terms and concepts used to produce and analyze art into his/her experience
5. Interpret artwork through discussions, written responses and research papers
6. Consolidate knowledge and understanding of different artists and styles


Prerequisites
1. ACCUPLACER reading score of 60; Compass score of 70 or above in reading or at least a grade of C in TSRE-55
2. Fluency using the computer and software programs such as Power Point and Microsoft Word


Textbooks
  YOU MUST HAVE A BOOK, BUT YOU HAVE A CHOICE OF A PRINT VERSION OR AN E-BOOK; IT IS NOT OPTIONAL!
   

Preble, Preble & Frank . Prebles' Artforms with Revel Access . Edition: 11th . Publisher: Pearson/Prentice Hall . Year: 2016.
ISBN: 9780134536330 Edition/Copyright: 11TH Published Date: 2016

The text may be purchased at the Kellogg Community College bookstore or on-line at http://bookstore.kellogg.edu/store1/home.aspx. An $11 + $3 per book postage fee will be added to on-line orders

You may also be able to rent the print version through vendors like Chegg, Amazon, or Barnes & Noble



Supplies
1. 3-ring notebook
 
2. note-book paper
 
3. Memory storage devices ( CDs, memory stick, etc.)
 
4. Computer with Reliable Internet Service Provider and 56K modem or higher
    Email account
   Email service that does not block multiple-recipient messages.
   Email service that allows email attachments.
   KCC provides to students free email accounts that meet these requirements.
 
Computer Hardware
Windows computer
  • Windows XP or higher
  • Pentium 400 MHz
  • 512 MB RAM
  • 1 gig hard drive
  • storage drive
  • black/white printer
Macintosh computer
  • Mac OS 9.0 or higher
  • G3 300 MHz
  • 128 MB RAM
  • 1 gig hard drive
  • storage drive
  • black/white printer

Computer Software
  • Microsoft Word 2003, 2007, OR 2010.  The software should be able to create and open RTF
    files
    (rich text format files). IF YOU USE OPEN OFFICE YOU MUST CONVERT THE FILE TO WORD OR RTF.
  • Email program that is capable of sending and receiving messages with attachments.  Acceptable email programs include email client software such as Netscape Messenger, Eudora, Microsoft Outlook or web-based email such as Hotmail or Excite.
  • Web Browsers: Internet Explorer 7.0+  Browser must be able to read frames, and support Java and Java Script.
  • Speakers, Real Player, Windows Media (or the equivalent)
  • Power Point


Exit Outcomes Addressed in this Course
Core Abilities
A. Interact with others in groups or teams in ways that contribute to effective working relationships
B. Communicate effectively
C. Learn effectively
D. Model responsible behavior
E. Think critically and creatively


Course Level Learning Outcomes
 
Competencies
I.---The Nature of Art
1. Discover that art is for everyone to enjoy and create - not just for "special" people.
2. Analyze what role art plays in our culture.
 
II.---The Language of Visual Experience
1. Assess the basic building blocks of any artwork: art elements and design principles.
2. Identify artworks according to subject matter, style, and artist.
 
III.---The Media of Art
1. Categorize the processes and materials of the different art media.
2. Critique an artwork.
 
IV.---Art as Cultural Heritage
1. Develop a group cultural project.
 
V.---The Modern World
1.

Investigate the origins of Modern Art beginning in the 18th century.

2. Distinguish the similarities and differences between the worldview of the pre-Moderns with the Moderns.
 
VI.---The Post-Modern World
1. Compare and contrast the Modern mindset with the Post-Modern.
2. Assess the influences of Modernism on non-Western traditions in art.
3. Integrate the concept of Modernism/Post-Modernism into a personal aesthetic.


Grading Information
Grading Rationale  
The goal of this course is to give you a working knowledge of the visual arts; therefore the grading rationale for the course emphasizes those skills which are essential for success at the college level: critical writing on the interpretation of works of visual art, the ability to synthesize information and apply it to a broad range of art styles through the ages, and a basic understanding of the concepts behind Modern/Postmodern Art.
 
Grading Scale Grading Criteria                                                                                                                            Points
A 94% - 100%
A- 90% - 93%
B 85% - 89%
B- 80% - 84%
C 75% - 79%
C- 70% - 74%
D 65% - 69%
D- 60% - 64%
F 59% and below
Web Assignments (10%) 100
Discussion Board Participation (19%) 190
Cyberography (10%) 100

Art Critique (20%)

200
Cultural Group Presentation (20%) 200
Mini-Museum with Personal Aesthetic Statement (10%) 100
Quizzes (11%) 110

Total Points

1000



ADA Statement
If you believe that you may require special accommodations or services to participate in this course, please contact the instructor or a counselor in Support Services http://www.kellogg.edu/services/student-support-services/ . See http://www.kellogg.edu/services/student-support-services/disability-services/ for further details.

Add and Drop Dates

If you officially drop a class, you will be granted a refund of paid tuition and fees. The drop period is through the first tenth (1/10) of the total number of calendar days over which the class meets. An adjustment fee of $5 per course section dropped will be charged from the first day of the class through the end of the drop period. Ask Customer Service or check KRIS for specific dates.

 

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