COURSE SYLLABUS -- HUM 2250 19909– 20th CENTURY
VALENCIA COLLEGE – Fall 2015, 2H, Osceola
DR. PARI JOYCE (DR. J), Professor
10.24.2015
HUM 2250 – 19909 2H
MW 3:00-5:45 PM
Bldg. 3 Room 115
The Primary means of communication
for this course is
Messages via Blackboard.
Humanities Dept. Office: Bldg. 3-319
Phone: (407) 582-4108 Osceola
Instructor:
Dr. P. Joyce/Dr. J
Please use Atlas for emergency only.
pjoyce@mail.valenciacollege.edu
Under Subject:
Please type your last name and class time
Office Hours:
Before/after class and by appointment
Sapere Aude – “Dare to Know.”
Kant
“Sometimes questions are more important than answers.”
Nancy Willard
“Knowledge dies through carelessness because the information lacks relevance to the
practical concerns of the moment, or because it contradicts prevailing modes of
theological, philosophical, political, racial, [gender,] or economic ideology.”
Jack Weatherford
Required Texts:
 The Humanistic Tradition: Modernism, Postmodernism, and the Global
Perspective. Book 6. 6th Ed. ISBN 0077346254.
Required Technical Skills:
Use of Blackboard, Power Point, and various media for postings and video
projects if required (i.e. video: MPEG, JPEG, via phone, camera, computer, flip cam
etc., for upload or flash drive; posting to YouTube; Movie Maker, Mac video editing,
etc.) You may contact VC tech support for assistance, download PC & Mac editing
tutorials, find a friend to help you, see YouTube tutorials, and see the Blackboard
tutorial site for more information.
Course Description: Prerequisite: ENC 1101 or ENC 1101H or IDH 1110. --An
integrated examination of dominant ideas in Western culture as expressed in art,
literature, music, philosophy and religion. This covers periods from 1900 through
today, emphasizing the development and influence of classical ideas. This is Gordon
Rule course, which requires 6,000 words of writing. Minimum grade of C required if
used to satisfy Gordon Rule requirement.
No. Credit Hours: 3.0: Satisfactory completion of this course will satisfy three of the
nine hours required in Area 2 (humanities) of the General Education Requirements for
all degree programs.
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Valencia Student Core Competencies:
 Valencia faculty has defined four interrelated competencies (Think, Value,
Communicate, ACT) that prepare students to succeed in the world community.
These competencies are outlined in the College Catalog. In this course, through
lecture and discussion, group work, and other learning activities, you will
further develop your mastery of those competencies.
Course Objectives:
 To introduce you to and to gain a working knowledge of the development of
human thought and cultural traditions of western civilizations from 1900 to
the Present.
 To learn to share your “voice” in the public arena
 To further develop your critical reading, research/thinking skills
 To successfully analyze and evaluate various texts
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Note: All papers must use MLA writing style and the course format for
headings. Some MLA specifics include using Times New Roman 11 point font, 1”
margins all around, indent ½ inch for new paragraphs, add a title to your work,
include both parenthetical references and a works cited page or area when needed.
Your heading should be single-spaced and include your name, assignment, and
word count. Your word count is for the body of the work only and does not include
your heading, title, or works cited.
Course Assignments:
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Quiz & Challenge (QC) 6 @ 5% each = 30% (Qs and Challenges 1500 WC)
Online Journal 3 @ 5% each = 15% (1500 WC)
Group Video Project 35% (2000 WC)
Final Exam 20% (1000WC)
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Quizzes:
You will have 6 multi-level close reading quizzes over each of your course
text chapter readings. If, at the end of the semester, you have 90 points or
above (A range) as a cumulative score for all 6 QCs, then you may opt out of the
Final Exam Essay—part 2, and the points for your Quizzes will be applied to the
essay portion of your final exam grade. If you have 89 or less as your final QC
grade tally then you must complete the Final Exam Essay, in class, after the
Video Presentations and Analysis phase.
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Online Journal:
Your course Journal is your opportunity to reflect upon and further
consider your course text readings, lectures, and class discussions. You will be
given a prompt for each of the 3 journal posts, which may ask you to discuss
what you learned and how it relates to your personal world, pose further
questions for discovery, make creative applications, or require additional
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information that might help you make connections to ideas and processes. See
the Journal Prompts for more information.
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Group Video Project with Process and Connection Essay
The Group Video is designed as primarily an in-class project allowing for
group interaction and creativity. The project presentation will serve as a portion
of your final exam. The video must be a minimum of 6 minutes, but no longer
than 10 minutes. Each member of the group must submit an independent
2000-word minimum Process & Connection Document (Part of this document is
written with the group). Your Process & Connection document must be
submitted by Dec 9th. The Video will be presented for class review & analysis
Week 8.
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Final Exam:
The final exam will consist of two parts. Part 1 will be the analysis of the
Video Projects; and Part 2 a written short essay or analysis. However, if you
receive an "A" for your QCs you may choose to replace Part 2 of the final exam
with your final journal grade. All students must attend the final.
Notes:
 Papers and projects will be graded on the depth of inquiry, level of specificity,
well-supported thoughts, clarity, original observation, and analysis.
 See Blackboard for more information and postings about specific assignments.
ALL WORK MUST BE REASONABLY
ATTEMPTED and SUBMITTED
IN ORDER TO PASS THIS CLASS.
(You may not opt out of any portion of the course.
Additionally, you must submit and have all 3 of the journals
accepted to satisfy the journal requirement of this course.)
Evaluation:
Grading:
Quiz & Challenge (6 @ 5% ea.)...30%
90-100 A
Online Journal (3 @ 5% ea.)….15%
80-89 B
Group Video Project….35%
70-79 C
Video…15%
60-69 D
Process and Connections Essay….10%
Below 60 is and F
Final Exam….20%
Analysis 15%
Exam Essay 5%
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Policies:
Attendance: Punctual attendance is expected. The primary means of attendance
recording is a sign-in sheet. You must sign in before class begins. You are
responsible for making certain your name is on the sign in sheet and I would suggest
you keep close tally of your absences. You are free to check your attendance with me
at any time also. While full class attendance is expected, you may, however, have 2
non-penalized absences during the semester. Subsequent absences will affect your
final grade; and will lower your final grade by 5 percentage points for each absence.
Email: ALL contact:
use our course Blackboard Messages.
Click on Messages, then create message, select my name, add your message
and/or download your file, select send.
If you do not have an email address, you can get one for free at the LRC here on
campus. Email will be our primary means of communication. I check my email often
and will check it prior to class. You should also check your email often and before
class. Your secondary email source is the Atlas e-mail system (use only for
emergencies or blackboard technical problems).
I will always acknowledge the receipt of your email.
If you do not get this acknowledgement within a reasonable time (12-16 hours or
less)—try again, or check with me, I may not have received your correspondence. This
is especially important if you are attempting to get work into me on time (i.e. within
the 24 hours allotted for medical/emergency absences). The instructor is not
responsible for information that is missed because a student failed to check their email frequently.
Assignments/Late papers: All Papers must be submitted before the beginning of
class on the due date or as specified on the assignment document. Late papers will
not be accepted. Exception: Those missing class for medical/emergency reasons may
submit the paper with explanatory note via email only within 24 hours.
If you think there is a problem with Blackboard, email me a copy of your work via
Atlas. Title the email as “Back-up & the name of the assignment.” Also can also bring
a copy to class. Deadlines are very strict, so be diligent.
ALL WORK MUST BE SUBMITTED
IN ORDER TO PASS THIS CLASS
Student Responsibility after an Absence: If you are absent, it is your responsibility
to find out from other students in the class what you missed. You are expected to get
any notes or information that was announced. If a change was made to an
assignment due date, or if work was assigned, you are responsible for the information.
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Make-up Policy on Midterm and Final Exams. All students must take exams on the
scheduled dates. However, in the case of an absence under extenuating
circumstances that can be documented, such as a death in family, severe illness, a
make-up may be offered with no penalty, but at the instructor’s discretion. Make-up
tests may be administered in the Testing Center in Building 4. NOTE: Final exam
must be taken on final exam date and ALL STUDENTS MUST ATTEND. (See course
schedule for scheduled date and time.)
Make-up Policy on Challenges/Quizzes: Due to the nature of the challenges/quizzes
in this course, there will be no make-ups, regardless of circumstances.
Rewrite Policy: The allowance for rewrites may be given on an individual basis under
the most extreme of circumstances, will be solely my discretion, and should not be
inferred as all-inclusive to the student body at large.
Extra Credit: You will be given the chance to succeed in this course through your
diligent participation, the receipt of a detailed course schedule, and study guides
before each test. With that, there is no need for extra credit in this course.
Plagiarism: According to general sources, plagiarism is defined as “using someone
else’s words or ideas, intentionally or unintentionally, without giving the source proper
credit”, also turning in another author’s work as your own. Be advised that if
plagiarism occurs, you will be given an automatic “F” for that paper, and may be
subject to an academic grievance and/or failure of the course.
 You must have parenthetical references (in-text citations) in the body
of your work that matches your works cited page.
 Not citing sources in your work is equivalent to plagiarism. Be certain
you have correct and complete source citations.
 Never use Wikipedia and other open sources—they are not accepted as
valid.
Syllabus: This syllabus is an agreement between students and instructor. The class
schedule may be subject to change, but the basic tenets of the syllabus remain
constant. Attendances in this class means that you have received, read, understand,
and agree to abide by the syllabus/class contents. You are responsible for making
certain you have the most current revision of the schedule (see Revision date on the
first page, top right).
Blackboard: Be certain to download your website supplementals within the first
week. The website includes the course syllabus, schedule, and important additional
information on each of the specific areas of this course, grade register, and
supplemental links.
Open Classroom: This is an open classroom where freethinking, expression, and
exchange are encouraged—censorship and bias unwelcome. We cannot explore our
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world in any capacity when we are hindered by dominant ideologies, assumptions, and
preconceptions. Please leave them at the door.
Valencia ID: Every student must have a Valencia photo ID in order to check out
library books or take make-up tests in the Testing Center. You can get an ID on the
second floor of building 5.
Communications Center: The Communications Center is available, free of charge, to
all students at VC. It is recommended that you visit the EAP, located in the Academic
Success Center, first floor of Building 4, Room 105. Hours: Mon-Thurs: 8am-5:30pm;
Fri: 8am-5pm; Sat & Sun: Closed.
Withdrawing: December 4th is the Fall 2H term withdrawal deadline for this class
and for receiving a “W” grade. If you withdraw from a course prior to this date, you
will automatically receive a “W,” regardless of the grade you were earning at the time.
A withdrawal after the deadline can only be performed administratively. You will have
an accurate assessment of your skills and grade prior to that date so that you can
make an informed decision. Let me know if you are considering withdrawing from the
class.
Beverages and Food in Classroom: Food is fine. Beverages will only be allowed if
they are in a container with a screw-top cap. Containers with an open top should not
be brought into the room, as they spill easily.
Expected Student Conduct & Classroom Behavior:
Valencia Community College is dedicated to promoting honorable personal and social
conduct. By enrolling at Valencia, a student assumes the responsibility for knowing
and abiding by the rules articulated in the Student Code of Conduct (6Hx28:10-03).
The instructor reserves the right to refer students who engage in activities that are
disruptive to the learning environment to the Dean of Students for disciplinary action.
The following list, though not exhaustive, includes things that are disruptive to the
learning environment:
 Use of any electronic devices including but not restricted to: Cell phones,
iPods, and laptop computers (documentation from OSD will be taken into
consideration).
 Preparing homework for other courses during class.
 Engaging in private conversations with classmates while class is in
session.
 Excessive tardiness
 Leaving and re-entering the classroom while the class is in session.
In addition, Valencia Community College strives to provide a drug-free learning
environment for all those involved in the academic experience. Our policy is as follows:
In compliance with the provisions of the Federal Drug-Free Schools and
Communities Act of 1989, Valencia Community College will take such steps as
Policy: are necessary in order to adopt and implement a program to prevent the unlawful
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possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol by Valencia
Community College students or employees on college premises or as part of any
college activity.
1. Please come to class a few minutes early—please do not enter late.
2. All cell phones are prohibited during class. If you take it out (unless you
are a doctor on call or have permission) I will ask you to leave the class for
the day, and you may not be able to sign in.
3. All computers must remain closed unless permission is granted.
Computer/Equipment Use Policy: (Required for all classes, since students use
the open lab even if they do not have computer access in classroom): Use of
computers in the Business, IT, and Public Service classrooms at Valencia College is
restricted to those activities designated by the instructor to enhance the class
materials. Any other use is strictly forbidden. Inappropriate use includes, but is not
limited to: Use of computer to send E-mail or access Internet sites not specifically
assigned in class. Use of computer for job, internship, homework or other activities
not assigned in class. Modifying any hardware or software system configuration or
setting. Activities not in accordance with the Valencia Student Code of Conduct Use of
computers in the departmental open lab is limited to those activities involved with
preparing homework or coursework in this department and is subject to the same
restriction as listed above. Computer use is remotely monitored; any student using
computers inappropriately may be subject to dismissal from class or banishment from
the lab. Subsequent offense may be sent to the campus administration for further
disciplinary action.
Students with Disabilities: Students with disabilities who qualify for academic
accommodations must provide a notification from the Office for Students with
Disabilities (OSD) and discuss specific needs with the instructor, preferably during the
first two weeks of class. The Office for Students with Disabilities determines
accommodations based on appropriate documentation of disabilities. The East
Campus Office is located in Building 5.
NOTE: See individual assignment pages posted on the Content page of
Blackboard for details of the course assignments.
This syllabus is subject to change.
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HUMANITIES 20th Century SCHEDULE
VC/Fall 2015 MW 3-5:45 (2H-2250-19909 Osceola 3-115)
SCHEDULE OF CLASS ASSIGNMENTS
INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Pari Joyce (Dr. J)
Email: VIA BLACKBOARD MESSAGES
(in case of emergency use Atlas: pjoyce@mail.valenciacollege.edu)
 Chapters are to be read BEFORE posting due dates/times. Check BB daily.
 Additional out-of-class video screenings & readings will be added during the semester/This
schedule is a partial listing
10.25.15
Monday October 26
Wednesday October 28
WEEK 1  Intro to Class
 Lecture: Film & Society
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Syllabus and Schedule
Introduction Lecture: What is
Culture?
Leading into Modernism
Discussion
Forms of Power
Handout Quiz 1
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Analysis 101
Lenses for Discourse
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Final Project Information --Project Key
Points and Planning
Choose Project Groups
Journal #1 Open
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Monday November 2
WEEK 2
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Discuss The Modernist Assault:
Chapter 32 Focus: Science and
Technology
Quiz 1
Challenge: Hegemony
Discuss The Modernist Assault:
Chapter 32 Focus: Science and
Technology
Handout Quiz 2
Monday November 9
Wednesday November 4
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Chapter 32 Discussion continued
Lecture: What is Art?
Focus: Picasso, Futurism, Stravinsky
Listen: Stravinsky: The Rite of Spring
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Project Meeting
Choose Project Topic
Wednesday November 11
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WEEK 3
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Discuss The Freudian
Revolution Chapter 33
Quiz 2
Challenge: Analysis JW
Handout Quiz 3
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Watch: What is Abstract Art?
/ABCs of Dada / Surrealism
Discussion
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Journal #1 : The Modernist
DUE by start of class today
Journal Discussion
Monday November 16
WEEK 4
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Discuss Total War,
Totalitarianism, and the Arts
Chapter 34
Quiz 3
Challenge: Propaganda
Watch: Montage; Sergei
Eisenstein: Battleship Potemkin;
Handout Quiz 4
Monday November 23
WEEK 5
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Discuss The Quest for Meaning
Chapter 35 Focus: Sartre
Quiz 4
Challenge: Existentialism
Discussion continued
Lecture: Brecht
Wednesday November 18
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Lecture: Ideology
Leni Riefenstahl/Olympia
Metropolis
Listen: Schoenberg: Pierrot Lunaire;
Copeland: Appalachian Spring
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Group Video Project Workshop
Choose Individual Connection Aspects
Journal #2 open
Wednesday November 25
NO CLASS
Thanksgiving Holiday
Lecture: Visual Culture 20th
Century
Watch: Beckett: Waiting for
Godot John cage, expressionism
John Cage: Sonata V & 4’33”;
Handout Quiz 5
Monday November 30
Wednesday December 2
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WEEK 6
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Discuss Liberation and Equity
Chapter 36
Quiz 5
Challenge: Graffiti
Focus: Harlem Renaissance;
Civil rights, Walker art
Listen/Watch: Jazz to hip hop;
feminism & gender identity
Handout Quiz 6
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Class Happening Staged
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Journal 2: Happening
Due by start of class today
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Group Video Project Workshop—
Complete Process and Connections
Document
Journal #3 open
Handout for Week 7 Challenge
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Withdrawal Deadline Dec 4th
Monday December 7
WEEK 7
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Discuss The Information Age
Chapter 37
Quiz 6
Challenge: PoMo
Theory / postmodernism / sci-fi /
pop etc.
Watch: Robert Wilson: Einstein
on the Beach;
Listen: Philip Glass: Einstein on
the Beach
Monday December 14
Wednesday December 9
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Discussion continued
Process and Connection Document DUE
before start of class today.
Submit on the Content page
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Group Project Workshop
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Group Project Workshop
Wednesday December 16
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WEEK 8
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Discussion Globalism: The
Contemporary World
Chapter 38
Challenge: Total Recall
GROUP VIDEO PRESENTATIONS
&
FINAL EXAM VIDEO ANALYSIS
Bring your video on a USB
Be sure to have backups
(Post to YouTube, a 2nd USB, CD)
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Group Video Workshop
FINAL EXAM ESSAY
Journal 3: Thoughts
Due Friday December 18th
Subject to Revision
* Quiz & Challenge 6 @ 5% each = 30% (Qs 3% ea. & Challenges 2% ea.-- 1500WC)
* Journals 3 @ 5% = 15%
* Must have all 3 submitted and accepted to satisfy this assignment (1500WC)
* Video Project = 35% (Video 15%; Process and Connections Essay 10%--2000WC)
* Final Exam = 20% (Video Analysis 15%; Exam Essay 5% --1000WC)
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