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ART 101H Spring 2010 1
Assistant Professor Adam Tavel Email: atavel@worwic.edu
Office: AAB #321 Phone: (410) 334-2866
Office Hours: Mondays and Wednesdays 1:00-2:00 p.m.
Tuesdays 11:30-12:30 p.m.
Thursdays 11:30-12:30 p.m. & 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Spring 2010 Syllabus for ART 101H:
Introduction to Art History (Honors)
Thursdays, 5:30-8:45 p.m., AAB 333
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I. Course Description:
This course presents the major themes, styles and subject matter of art and architecture from
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prehistory to the present, focusing on Western civilization. The works of each culture and
historical period are examined in the context of the dominant thoughts, ideas and customs of the
time. Additionally, students gain a heightened understanding of aesthetic evaluation by learning
how symbolism, allusion and intertextuality play significant roles in the visual arts. This course
frequently utilizes an interdisciplinary approach that incorporates geography, anthropology and
literary analysis. Not only do students gain a deeper understanding of the major epochs of
human expression, they develop the necessary skills to thoughtfully discuss, explicate and
comprehend painting, sculpture and other forms of visual media.
Objectives: Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:
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Course Objectives Assessment Goals Assessment Strategies
1. Comprehend how art in Western A. Identify the historical periods/ movements surveyed in the course. Museum Project
culture has developed from B. Explain how discoveries in technology that advanced the way in Slide Quizzes
prehistoric times, including key which visual art is created. Class Work/
cultural, individual, and technological C. Explain the social and cultural context for the surveyed works. Homework
contributions that occurred. D. Compare and contrast the different periods of art. Research Paper
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(GEOs 1, 2, 3, 5) E. Recognize the various reasons for variety in art arising from Map Project
changes in society and culture. Final Exam
F. Compare the ways in which developments in art either break with
the past, or are linked to the past
G. Interpret the content of the textbook, and class lectures.
2. Discuss art using the terminology A. Define vocabulary terms relevant to art history (art and Slide Quizzes
and methods common in the field. architectural terms, styles of art, movements of art. Oral Presentation
(GEOs 1, 2, 3, 5, 7) B. Employ the terminology correctly in student writing. Journals
Research Paper
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Final Exam
3. Interpret, criticize, and draw A. Identify reasons why a work of art may be considered a Museum Project
conclusions about important works of historically important work of art. Slide Quizzes
art based on an understanding of art B. Explain how visual art can be looked at from different Class Work/
history. perspectives. Homework
(GEOs 1, 2, 3, 5, 7) C. Discuss the cultural elements and values present in a work of art Research Paper
D. Identify the personal message of the artist embodied in a work of Oral Presentation
art Final Exam
E. Compare artworks that are strong statements of a culture or an
artist.
F. Relate how an artist (or an art movement) came into being, and its
impact on art history.
4. Recognize significant masterpieces A. Name the creator of the masterpiece (individual or cultural) Slide Quizzes
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of art and their importance to B. Explain the significance of the work in terms of purpose, or Journals
Western Culture. achievement. Research Paper
(GEOs 1, 2, 3, 5, 7) C. Infer the individual or cultural for the creation of the Museum Project
masterpieces. Final Exam
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Course requirements: This course, like most introductory history courses, covers a vast amount
of information. You are ultimately responsible for knowing the information covered in textbook
readings, class lectures, discussions, handouts, slide lectures, videos, and other means of
presentation. [GEO 8]
II. Grading: Grades will be calculated on a point system as follows:
Slide Quizzes (10 x 20 points each) 200
Journal Entries (5 x 30 points each) 150
Research Paper 100
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Map Project 100
Museum Project (item explication and narrative response) 100
Final Exam 100
Oral Presentation 50
Class Work and Homework 50
TOTAL: 850
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Scale : 761-850 = A; 676-760 = B; 591-675 = C; 506-590= D; 505-below = F
Slide Quizzes and Final Exam: The ten slide quizzes will cover specific periods in art history and
will often require students to identify the name, date, period style, and defining characteristics of
each item presented. Quizzes will be given at the beginning of class and will feature works
emphasized in course lectures and textbook chapters. The final exam will follow this same format,
but will be a comprehensive assessment that includes eminent works discussed throughout the
semester. [GEO 2] [CO 1,3]
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Journal Entries and Research Paper: Students will compose a series of five reflective journal
entries on works or artists of personal interest. These responses will not have a collective due
date; rather, journals will be collected on a rolling basis, and it is each student’s responsibility to
ensure that they complete ten total entries over the course of the semester. These journals should
be typed and one full typed page in length. Similarly, the research paper will allow students to
further explore an artist or cultural movement in greater detail. Specific guidelines and due dates
for all written assignments will be provided on additional handouts throughout the term.
Additionally, all written assignments should comply with MLA guidelines for research and
formatting. [GEO 1,2,3. 5, 7] [CO 1,2,3,4]
Oral Presentation: Each student will present an informal lecture and discussion (10-15 minutes
total) to the class based on a topic found mutually agreeable by both the student and the instructor.
A handout should also be provided as well as an MLA bibliography for all consulted sources.
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[GEO 1, 8] [CO 2,3,4]
Class Work, Homework, and the Map Project: From time to time there will be informal class
work (ex. freewriting, group work, role playing) and homework assignments (ex. prewriting for
larger projects). In most cases, these assignments will count for completion credit. The Map
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Project will require students to document one or more ancient civilizations on a current world map,
and illustrate cultural transference through the use of colors, arrows, symbols, and other visual
means. [GEO 1,2, 5,6, 8] [CO 1,2]
Museum Project: A field trip to an art museum is a core requirement of this course. The trip date
and destination are TBA, but will most likely be on a Saturday during the middle of the semester.
Attendance for the field trip is mandatory, and will require students to write 1) a detailed
explication of the artwork(s) in question, and 2) a personal, journal-style response evaluating the
trip experience. [GEO 8] [CO 11-4]
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III. Course Policies
All assignments for this class must be submitted on time, and—with the exception of in-
class exercises and informal homework—must be typewritten or word-processed. Since this is
an Honors course, I will not accept any late work whatsoever.
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If you wish to have additional help on any writing assignment, you may schedule an appointment
with a writing conference instructor by going to www.worwic.edu and clicking on “Current
Students” and then “Learning Resources” and “Writing Conferences.” Limited time slots are
available, so an appointment is required. If you cannot keep your appointment, it is your
responsibility to cancel any writing conferences by using this link.
Computers and printers are available at Wor-Wic's Open Computer Lab, Room 200. If you
need additional help on any writing assignment, please contact me via email well before the
assignment is due.
All written submissions must follow current MLA guidelines for formatting and citing sources.
The Arts & Humanities Department has adopted the research style guidelines of the Modern
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Language Association (MLA). The MLA Handbook recommends a referencing method in which
sources are identified in parentheses within the paper's text (parenthetical documentation). These
parenthetical references direct the reader to the full source information contained on the list of
Works Cited at the end of the paper. A “Short Guide” especially useful for sources retrieved
from Wor-Wic databases is available in the Writing Center.
IV. Academic Honesty
Academic Honesty Policy (GEO 8)
Academic honesty is expected of all students. Cheating and plagiarism are violations of
academic honesty. Any student who has violated the academic honesty policy will be denied
credit for the assignment, and then the matter will be turned over to the Student-Faculty
Disciplinary Committee. Documented evidence of the offense will be kept in the Arts and
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Humanities Department office.
Plagiarism: In both oral and written communication, the following guidelines for avoiding
plagiarism must be followed:
1) Any words quoted directly from a source must be in quotation marks (for a written
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communication) and cited.
2) Any paraphrasing or rephrasing of the words and\or ideas of a source must be cited.
3) Any ideas or examples derived from a source that are not in the public domain or of
general knowledge must be cited.
4) All papers and presentations must be the student's own work.
Students who are confused about what constitutes plagiarism should meet with their instructor.
Cheating: Cheating is the act of obtaining information or data improperly or by dishonest or
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deceitful means. Examples of cheating include copying from another student's test paper,
obtaining information illegally on tests, and using unauthorized electronic devices.
Student Conduct Statement (as found in the college catalog):
“In addition to following other student conduct regulations, all students are expected to exhibit
appropriate classroom behavior. In order to adhere to the guidelines for civility in the classroom,
students should:
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1) Turn off all electronic devices before coming to class (students who are are required to be on call
or who could be in a potential emergency situation should clear the use of any electronic device
with their instructor before class);
2) Arrive class on time and avoid leaving early;
3) Remain attentive throughout the entire class session;
4) Listen actively and avoid side conversations while the instructor or another student is presenting
information;
5) Demonstrate a respectful attitude toward the instructor and other students during discussion or
debate;
6) See their instructor during office hours instead of during class time if they need clarification of
course material missed due to absence;
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7) Consume food in the classroom only with permission of the instructor; and
8) Leave a clean environment for the next class.”
SOME FINAL N OTES:
H1N1 STATEMENT: In the event of a flu epidemic or other emergency that results in the
suspension of classes, faculty will be communicating with students about their course
requirements, such as assignments, quiz and exam dates, and class and grading policies,
via faculty websites or Blackboard. Students will be responsible for completing all these
assignments in accordance with class policies. Information about the resumption of
classes will be communicated via the College’s website and email system.
I strongly encourage you to contact me if you are experiencing difficulty with an
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assignment, if you need clarification on specific guidelines, or if you simply would like to
talk about the work involved in this class. However, please do not wait until the last
minute to remedy to a troubling situation. While I do my best to respond to student
emails in a prompt manner, please know that I do not have internet access off-
campus, so please be patient when awaiting my response. Students with disabilities
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are encouraged to obtain disability-related information (i.e., accommodations) from the
counselor in the Office of Student Services or speak with me A.S.A.P. to ensure the
necessary steps are taken to ensure an accessible learning environment.
Throughout this course, we will discuss and refine our understanding of what a credible,
reliable academic source is. To that end, I do not accept as sources the citation of or
references to the Wikipedia <www.wikipedia.org> or to non-specialized dictionaries (for
instance, www.dictionary.com, Webster’s, or the American Heritage Dictionary) in the
fulfillment of assignments involving research. Any student who relies on these sources
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must rewrite the assignment using more credible research in order to receive credit. If
you cite the Wikipedia or a non-specialized dictionary in a written submission and fail to
rewrite it by the appointed deadline, you will receive a zero for the assignment.
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HOLISTIC GRADING SCALE FOR ESSAY EVALUATION
6 – Most or all of the writing will be VERY EFFECTIVE (OUTSTANDING), demonstrating CLEAR AND
CONSISTENT MASTERY. Writing at this level will display ALMOST ALL of the characteristics listed in
the attached criteria with MINOR WEAKNESS in NO MORE THAN ONE of the given categories.
5 – Most of the writing will be EFFECTIVE, demonstrating REASONABLY CONSISTENT MASTERY.
Writing at this level will display MOST of the characteristics listen in the attached criteria with MINOR
WEAKNESS in NO MORE THAN A FEW of the given categories.
4 – Most or all of the writing will be SATISFACTORY (COMPETENT), demonstrating ADEQUATE
MASTERY but lacking in originality or liveliness. It will display MANY of the characteristics listed in the
attached criteria with OBVIOUS WEAKNESS in ONE OR TWO of the given categories.
3 – Most or all of the writing will be UNSATISFACTORY (INADEQUATE), but demonstrates
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DEVELOPING MASTERY. It will lack clarity, support, and/or logic and will display FEW characteristics
listed in the attached criteria. It will have OBVIOUS WEAKNESS in AT LEAST TWO of the given
categories.
2 – Most or all of the writing will show LITTLE UNDERSTANDING of the writing process and NEGLIBLE
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SKILLS as listed in the attached criteria (SERIOUSLY LIMITED demonstrating LITTLE MASTERY). It
will have OBVIOUS WEAKNESSES in AT LEAST THREE of the given categories.
1 – Most or all of the writing will FAIL TO COMMUNICATE the writer’s ideas with clarity and effectiveness
(FUNDAMENTALLY LACKING demonstrating VERY LITTLE or NO MASTERY). It may often be
incoherent, incomplete, and/or inappropriate. It will have MAJOR WEAKNESSES in ALL of the given
categories.
CRITERIA FOR ESSAY EVALUATION
I. Content
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A. Thesis statement is precise, interesting, and clearly stated.
B. Support (reasons and evidence) for the thesis statement is relevant, reliable, and logical.
C. Introductions and conclusions are appropriate and lively.
II. Organization
A. Paragraphs are unified and coherent.
B. Order of paragraphs is logical.
C. Smooth transitions are present.
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D. All body paragraphs in the essay clearly relate to and support the thesis.
E. Introduction and conclusion are sufficiently developed.
III. Style
A. Sentence structure is correct and varied.
B. Word choice is thoughtful and concise.
C. Point of view and tone are appropriate and consistent.
D. MLA format is used correctly for all outside research.
IV. Grammar, Punctuation, and Mechanics.
No distracting errors exist in the area of grammar, punctuation, and mechanics for Standard
American English.
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CONVERSION SCALE FOR ESSAY EVALUATION
Holistic Score Percent
6+ 100
6 95
6- 92
5+ 90
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5 85
5- 82
4+
4
4-
3+
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75
72
70
3 65
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3- 62
2+ 60
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2 55
2- 52
1+ 50
1 45
1- 42
0 0
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WEEKLY COURSE SCHEDULE
Please complete the readings below for the class they are listed, and come to class each day
prepared for a spirited discussion of each assigned work and, when applicable, a quiz.
Additionally, it is critical for you to read all charts, inset text boxes, and diagrams as these
contain vital information. Note: This calendar is subject to revision and updates, so it is your
responsibility to remain current with any announcements or changes made in the coming weeks.
DATE ASSIGNMENTS____________________________ PAGE NUMBERS
Thursday Introductions
1/21 Review Syllabus
Discuss Journal Project
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Thursday Chapter 1: Why Do We Study the History of Art? 1-12
1/28 Chapter 2: The Language of Art 13-20
Chapter 3: Prehistoric Western Europe 21-30
Thursday
2/4
Thursday
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Sign Up for Oral Presentations
Assignment of Map Project
Take Quiz #1
Chapter 4: The Ancient Near East
Chapter 5: Ancient Egypt
Take Quiz #2
Chapter 6: The Aegean
31-47
48-66
67-80
2/11 Chapter 7: The Art of Ancient Greece 81-114
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Take Quiz #3
Thursday Chapter 8: The Art of the Etruscans 115-122
2/18 Chapter 9: Ancient Rome 123-150
Chapter 10: Early Christian and Byzantine Art 151-168
Take Quiz #4
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Thursday Chapter 11: The Early Middle Ages 169-182
2/25 Chapter 12: Romanesque Art 183-197
Chapter 13: Gothic Art 198-221
Map Project Due!
Take Quiz #5
Thursday Chapter 14: Precursors of the Renaissance 222-240
3/4 Chapter 15: The Early Renaissance 241-277
Take Quiz #6
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DATE ASSIGNMENTS____________________________ PAGE NUMBERS
~No Class on 3/11: It’s Spring Break!!!~
Thursday Chapter 16: The High Renaissance in Italy 278-305
3/18 Chapter 17: Mannerism and the Later Sixteenth Century… 306-317
Chapter 18: Sixteenth-Century Painting and Printmaking… 318-331
Assignment of Research Paper
Take Quiz #7
Thursday Chapter 19: The Baroque Style in Western Europe 332-364
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3/25 Chapter 20: Rococo and the Eighteenth Century 365-381
Chapter 21: Neo-Classicism… 382-393
Take Quiz #8
Thursday
4/1
Thursday
4/8
Thursday
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Chapter 22: Romanticism…
Chapter 23: Nineteenth-Century Realism
Take Quiz #9
Chapter 24: Nineteenth-Century Impressionism
Chapter 25: Post-Impressionism…
Take Quiz #10
Chapter 26: The Early Twentieth Century…
394-410
411-430
431-450
451-465
466-477
4/15 Chapter 27: Cubism, Futurism… 478-497
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Research Paper Due!
Take Bonus Quiz #11?
Thursday Chapter 28: Dada, Surrealism, Social Realism… 498-516
4/22 Chapter 29: Abstract Impressionism 517-530
Chapter 30: Pop Art, Op Art, and Minimalism 531-545
Review for Final Exam
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Conduct Instructor Evaluations
~FINAL EXAM: Thursday, April 29th, 5:30-7:30 p.m.~
