FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION COURSE INFORMATION BOOKLET Page | 1 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION FIRST SEMESTER A.Y. 2022-2023 GED0106 ART APPRECIATION Content Lecturer Information 3 Course Description 3 Status Synopsis Purpose and Goals FEU Learning Outcomes (FEULO) 4 Course Expected Learning Outcomes (CELO) 4 FEU’s Core Competencies (FCC) 5 The FEU Student-Centered Teaching and Learning Culture 5 The FEU General Education Curriculum Principle 6 Assessment Methods 7 FEU Policy on Academic Integrity 11 Policy on Cheating and Plagiarism Policy on Late Submission Reading List 13 Course Outline 15 Assessment Mapping 19 Scheme of Work and Important Dates 21 Rubrics 23 Page | 2 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION LECTURER INFORMATION Lecturer: E-mail: Meeting Time and Location: Consultation Hours: Mr. Hardie Gieben M. Cruz hcruz@feu.edu.ph Refer to Student Central Wednesday & Saturday – 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM COURSE DESCRIPTION Course Status Credits: Total Learning Time: Course Status: Pre-requisite: 3 units 54 hours (18 weeks) General Education None Course Synopsis Art Appreciation is a three-unit course that develops students’ ability to appreciate, analyze, and critique works of art. Through interdisciplinary and multimodal approaches, this course equips students with broad knowledge of the practical, historical, philosophical, and social relevance of the arts in order to hone students’ ability to articulate their understanding of the arts. The course also develops students’ competency in researching art as well as conceptualizing, mounting, evaluating art productions. The course aims to develop students’ genuine appreciation for Philippine Arts by providing them opportunities to explore the diversity and richness of Philippine Culture. Course Purposes and Goals With the advent of new technologies, we become less and less ‘human’ and rely more on our gadgets to ‘communicate’. The course Art Appreciation will allow you to develop your ‘human persona’ and by introducing different art forms, styles and movements, you will learn to develop critical thinking and aesthetic sensibilities at the same time. Creative imagination is demanded from everyone, beginning with the first day of classes. In this course, you will examine the importance of art in today’s world in order to understand the various purposes art has served throughout history including 21st century art forms such as visual arts, architectures, music, dance and theater and film Page | 3 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION most specifically in Philippine context. You will be asked to situate art in the context of history, religion, gender and identity, society, culture and heritage, politics, and entertainment in order to understand how artistic creativity has been used to evangelize, to turn a profit, legitimize a dominant political order, or express opposition to it. You will be introduced to readings from the different perspectives and theories on art, such as formalist, formalist-religious, gender/identity, postcolonial, socio-politicalcultural-economic- historical. FEU LEARNING OUTCOMES (FEULO) 1. 2. 3. 4. Persuasive Communication Critical Thinking Intellectual Curiosity Responsible Citizenship COURSE EXPECTED LEARNING OUTCOMES (CELO) Upon completion of the course, you should be able to: 1. criticize a work of art based on the learning concepts; 2. develop a deep understanding of the importance of art in having a critical mindset; 3. distinguish the relevance of art in the continuing development of human existence; 4. demonstrate an evolved aesthetic sensibility by learning the importance of FEU art collection; 5. appraise the ‘value’ of a certain work of art using the different approaches learned in class (physical or online); 6. analyze, discover and deepen national identity through different medium of art (visual arts, architecture, music, dance and theater and film) with respect to their race, culture, and religion. Page | 4 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION FEU’s CORE COMPETENCIES (FCC) In addition to the Course Learning Outcomes, students are also expected to demonstrate and develop the following skills: FCC 1 COGNITIVE KNOWLEDGE FCC 2 SOFT SKILLS FCC 3 HARD SKILLS FCC 4 DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE 1.1. Critical Thinking 1.2. Creative Thinking 1.3. Problem Solving Skills 1.4. Life-long Learning 2.1. Digital Literacy 2.2. Communication Skills 2.3. Inter and Intrapersonal skills 2.4. Work ethics 2.5. Values and leadership 3.1. Office Suites Skills (Word Processing, Spreadsheets, Presentation tools) 3.2. Photoshop skills with fundamental of designs and photography 4.1. Scholarship in the specific discipline 4.2. Research-based knowledge development THE FEU STUDENT-CENTERED TEACHING AND LEARNING CULTURE FEU practices, advances, and advocates for a learning culture that is student-centered. FEU affirms the ability of students to produce valuable reactions to, reflections and questions on, and understandings and appreciations of topics and issues in classroom. As such, the FEU classroom is set-up in a manner that will best solicit student input and the FEU teacher’s responsibility is to ensure that the students participate in the generation of ideas rather than be passive recipients of ideas. FEU and FEU teachers firmly believe that the atmosphere in which learning and development happen best is an atmosphere where students are co-authors of ideas. The FEU teachers’ role, therefore in the classroom is to coach and facilitate creation. The characteristics of a culture of student-centered learning are that it is constructive. Teachers within a culture of student-centered learning provide opportunities for Page | 5 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION students to construct knowledge and guide students in the creation of new knowledge; they see assessment as an opportunity for learning and formation. It is also relevant and responsive in that ensures that students are provided activities drawn from authentic and real-life situations that will encourage students to connect learning with real-life situations. Its atmosphere is one that is democratic in its insistence on the recognition and respect of the diversity of opinions and ideas and on its emphasis on an understanding and appreciation of the context upon which these diverse ideas are born. Student-centered learning values and encourages critical thinking and active learning by engaging students to ask essential questions and by synthesizing and contextualizing viewpoints. Students, in this learning environment reflect and ask questions, seek relevance and engage in scholarly discourse that leads to inferences, insights, and sound positions. In FEU, student-centered learning is undertaken in a technology-enabled learning environment that promotes digital literacy. It utilizes technology for more relevant and meaningful learning. The FEU student, in turn, sees technology as a tool for learning and uses it responsibly. The student-centered classroom is interdisciplinary, integrative, and interactive. Its teachers challenge students to interconnect disciplines and relevant issues and to find interconnections and patterns. The objective of student-centered learning is the development of lifelong learners and creative thinkers and the cultivation of attitudes and habit that ensure continuous self-enhancement and knowledge generation. As products of the FEU student-centered experience, FEU students are models of competent and effective learners and of the continuous quest for knowledge making. THE FEU GENERAL EDUCATION CURRICULUM PRINCIPLE The FEU General Education Curriculum, besides being interdisciplinary and outcomesbased, is grounded on Student-Centered Teaching and Learning grounded on a number of principles directed towards increasing students’ achievement of key learning outcomes by giving them opportunities to take an active role in the construction of knowledge. Such will be achieved by allowing them to actively participate in discussionbased sessions undertaken in technology- enabled learning environment, intended to develop their ability to appreciate, reflect on and react to issues at hand. The goal is to empower them to develop attitudes and habits that will bring them academic and life success. Page | 6 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION DELIVERY METHODS Total Contact Hours Learning Modality : : 54 hours / 18 weeks Face-to-Face Classes In reference to the FEU’s Teaching and Learning Philosophy, the following are the acceptable instructional methods which can be adapted for this course: THE DLECCT FRAMEWORK A conceptual understanding on how teaching, assessment, and classroom dynamics must be approached in FEU. It banks on the University’s aspiration for adaptive excellence: digital literacy, effective communication, and critical thinking. These are the core competencies that every FEU student must manifest after completing their academics in the University. Outcomes-based Learning This allows the students to be owners and constructors of their own learning by creating artifacts that solve pressing problems in their respective communities and disciplines. Project and Problem-based Learning Inquiry and Collaborative Learning – To instill the value of scholastic independence, cooperative and cooperative learning must be part of the class dynamics. Tasks done inside and outside the classroom promote collaboration and collaboration. Authentic Assessment and Learning FEU prioritizes non-traditional assessment approaches such as alternative assessment, performance-based, and authentic assessment in observing and monitoring students’ performance. With non-traditional assessment, the FEU students also participate in monitoring their learning progress. Blended Learning This allows every class to utilize traditional and non-traditional learning spaces including classroom, on-line, communities, and industries. ASSESSMENT METHODS Classroom assessment in FEU is a joint process that involves both teachers and learners. It is an integral part of teaching and learning which holistically measures learners’ current and developing abilities. FEU encourages authentic assessment which Page | 7 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION promotes real-life learning. Adhering to this paradigm, below are the guidelines in classroom assessment in the university. 1. Grading periods will be limited into two: Midterm and Final periods. The 18 weeks will be divided equally. Each of the grading periods will be nine (9) weeks each. 2. Assessments in the university are classified into Formative and Summative. Below are the assessments in this course. • • • • • • • • Formative Assessment Quiz (short-long) Seatwork Reporting Work samples (portfolio) Demonstration & observation of skill Peer evaluation of project work External review of student projects Self-evaluation of work • • • • • Summative Assessment Departmental exams (Pen and paper) – unit, chapter, preliminary and final exams Case study/problem analysis Capstone/application projects Research/term paper Performance test for skill-based courses 3. Each grading period, the minimum requirement for faculty to accomplish are the following: a. Formative Assessment (FA) – 60% b. Summative Assessment (SA) – 40% 4. The calculation for the grades will be based from the formula below: Midterm Grade (PG) = FA (60%) + SA (40%) Final Grade (FG) = FA (60%) + SA (40%) Total Final Grade (TFG) = PG + FG / 2 *FA and SA are calculated through averaging. *The new Grade Point Average (GPA) system will still be used. 5. The general passing standard is 50%. 6. Grade Points will be based from the standards below: Written Grade A Quality Point 4.00 Numerical Equivalent 92-100 Description Provides evidence of: Page | 8 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION 1. complete and comprehensive mastery of the concepts and principles of the course; 2. outstanding proficiency in analytical, critical and creative thinking, and problem-solving skills; and, 3. excellent fluency in oral written and symbolic communication. Exhibits an exemplary level of independent and self-regulatory learning skills. B+ 3.50 85-91 Adheres to the University policy on academic integrity. Provides evidence of: 1. full mastery of the concepts and principles of the course; 2. high proficiency in analytical, critical and creative, and problem-solving skills; and, 3. very good fluency in oral, written and symbolic communication. Exhibits a high level of independent and self-regulatory learning skills. B 3.00 78-84 Adheres to the University policy on academic integrity. Provides evidence of: 1. considerable mastery of the concepts and principles of the course; 2. significant proficiency in analytical, critical and creative, and problemsolving skills; and, 3. good fluency in oral, written and symbolic communication. Exhibits an above average level of independent and self-regulatory learning skills. Page | 9 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION C+ 2.50 71-77 Adheres to the University policy on academic integrity. Provides evidence of: 1. intermediate mastery of the concepts and principles of the course; 2. adequate proficiency in analytical, critical and creative, and problem-solving skills; and, 3. average fluency in oral, written and symbolic communication. Exhibits an ample level of independent and self-regulatory learning skills. C 2.00 64-70 Adheres to the University policy on academic integrity. Provides evidence of: 1. satisfactory mastery of the concepts and principles of the course; 2. satisfactory proficiency in analytical, critical and creative, and problemsolving skills; and, 3. acceptable fluency in oral, written and symbolic communication. Exhibits a sufficient level of independent and self-regulatory learning skills. D+ 1.50 57-63 Adheres to the University policy on academic integrity. Provides evidence of: 1. elementary mastery of the concepts and principles of the course; 2. a certain proficiency in analytical, critical and creative, and problem-solving skills; and, 3. some fluency in oral, written and symbolic communication. Page | 10 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION D 1.00 50-56 Exhibits a somewhat low level of independent and self-regulatory learning skills. Adheres to the University policy on academic integrity. Provides evidence of: 1. minimal mastery of the concepts and principles of the course; 2. minimal proficiency in analytical, critical and creative, and problem-solving skills; and, 3. basic fluency in oral, written and symbolic communication. Exhibits a low level of independent and selfregulatory learning skills. F 0.00 Below 50 Adheres to the University policy on academic integrity. Provides evidence of: 1. no mastery of the concepts and principles of the course; 2. no proficiency in analytical, critical and creative, and problem-solving skills; and, 3. no fluency in oral, written and symbolic communication. Does not exhibit independent and selfregulatory learning skills. Does not adhere to the University policy on academic integrity. FEU POLICY ON ACADEMIC INTEGRITY Policy on Plagiarism Anchored on the core values of Fortitude, Excellence and Uprightness, Far Eastern University (FEU) believes that its students, administration, faculty and staff should Page | 11 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION demonstrate academic integrity at all times. Academic integrity means that the members of the entire academic community adhere to the fundamental values of honesty, hard work, originality, respect and responsibility. FEU students are expected to always adhere to the highest standards of academic excellence. FEU students are expected to demonstrate beliefs, attitudes and behaviors associated with academic honesty. Thus, all acts of academic dishonesty in FEU are not tolerated. Academic dishonesty comes largely in two forms: cheating and plagiarism. It is considered a major offense subject to disciplinary actions if students cheat or plagiarize their work. Cheating is broadly defined as getting unauthorized help on an assignment, quiz or examination. The following are considered as acts of cheating: • Copying from another student during a test or examination, with or without his/her knowledge; • Allowing another student to copy his/her work; • Using unpermitted notes during a test or examination; • Having in one’s possession written notes or electronic devices during a test or examination; • Getting questions or answers from someone else who has already taken a test or examination; • Turning in work done by someone else; • Taking a test or examination for another student; • Writing or providing an assignment for another student. Plagiarism is another form of academic dishonesty. All FEU students are expected to turn in work that is a product of their own efforts, study and research. Thus, copying work of others (in whole or in part) and claiming it as one’s own is considered an act of plagiarism. A work is also plagiarized if the student did not properly cite or acknowledge the sources or references for his/her work. One must remember that plagiarism is identified not through intent but through the act itself. The following are considered acts of plagiarism: • Repeating someone else’s words verbatim without acknowledgement. • Presenting someone else’s ideas without acknowledgement. • Paraphrasing, translating, or summarizing someone else’s ideas without acknowledgement. • Improperly acknowledging of sources, as with incomplete/imprecise documentation. Page | 12 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION • Having one’s work done by someone else or having one’s work substantially revised by someone else. Policy on Late Submission Assessment deadlines must be strictly adhered to as time management is a highly valued professional skill. No assessment should be submitted late, except if the student has a health-related concern that will require them to be hospitalized for days/weeks, death of a family member, and affected by deadly natural disasters. Students are advised to submit the proof/evidence on the concern. All health concerns (medical proof) should be submitted to the University Health Services (uhsqr@feu.edu.ph) and/or Guidance and Counseling Office (guidancecounselor@feu.edu.ph) (CC your teacher in the email). All raised concerns are subject to approval. If refused, the assessment will receive 0 grade. In addition, falsifying documents and other proof of evidence is a violation and will be raised to the Academic Affairs Office (AAO) and Student Discipline department (studentdiscpline@feu.edu.ph). For the assignment submission, Saturday and Sunday are also counted as working days. READING LIST The readings for this class are available online through CANVAS and at the FEU Library. The library is open from Monday to Saturday, 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Berger, J. (1972). Ways of Seeing. Monoskop. Retrieved August 8, 2022, from https://monoskop.org/File:Berger_John_Ways_of_Seeing.pdf Fisher, J. A. (2013). High Art versus Low Art. University of Colorado. Retrieved August 8, 2022, from https://spot.colorado.edu/~jafisher/OnLine%20papers/High%20Low%20Art%20 Ch%2046.pdf Henley, D. (1997). Art of Disturbation: Provocation and Censorship. JSTOR. Retrieved August 8, 2022, from https://www.jstor.org/stable/3193652 Maude, A. (2021). What is art? The Project Gutenberg eBook of What Is Art?, by Leo Tolstoy. Retrieved August 8, 2022, from https://www.gutenberg.org/files/64908/64908-h/64908-h.htm Page | 13 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION Supplementary Reading/Video List: Benesa, L. (2015, June 2). What is Philippine about Philippine art. National Commission for Culture and the Arts. Retrieved August 9, 2022, from https://ncca.gov.ph/about-ncca-3/subcommissions/subcommission-on-the-artssca/visual-arts/what-is-philippine-about-philippine-art/ Cultural Center of the Philippines. (2018). CCP Encyclopedia of Philippine art. CCP Encyclopedia of Philippine Art. Retrieved August 9, 2022, from https://epa.culturalcenter.gov.ph/3/ De Guzman, P. (2008). Historical Notes: Why Philippine Music is so Deeply Embedded in the Culture?. Philippines Tatler. Retrieved August 9, 2022. Endaya, I. (2015). Towards a Herstory of Filipino Women’s Visual Arts. National Historical Commission of the Philippines. Retrieved August 9, 2022, from https://www.academia.edu/27517957/Towards_a_Herstory_of_Filipino_Womens _Visual_Arts Lago, A. T. (2020, March 25). In lockdown, the streets are silent – but Filipino musicians have not stopped playing. RAPPLER. Retrieved August 9, 2022, from https://www.rappler.com/entertainment/music/255600-filipino-musicians-havenot-stopped-playing-coronavirus-luzon-lockdown/ Noche, M. D. C. (2015, June 2). History of Philippine architecture. National Commission for Culture and the Arts. Retrieved August 9, 2022, from https://ncca.gov.ph/about-ncca-3/subcommissions/subcommission-on-the-artssca/architecture-and-allied-arts-2/history-of-philippine-architecture/ Samonte, R. P. (2003). Is there such a thing as Philippine Architecture? The Manila Times. Retrieved August 9, 2022, from https://www.manilatimes.net/2016/01/27/featured-columns/columnists/is-theresuch-a-thing-as-philippine-architecture/241722 Santos, M. G. (2016, January 27). Constructing a National Identity Through Music. Journal of Philippine Arts and Culture, National Commission for Culture and the Arts. Yusi, L. (2015, June 2). The development of Art Galleries in the Philippines. National Commission for Culture and the Arts. Retrieved August 9, 2022, from https://ncca.gov.ph/about-ncca-3/subcommissions/subcommission-on-culturalheritagesch/art-galleries/the-development-of-art-galleries-in-the-philippines/ Page | 14 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION COURSE OUTLINE Course Outline, Calendar and Readings Note: Schedules might change due to suspension of classes because of inclement weather, as well as holidays and/ or school activities. Additional readings may be assigned throughout the course, but students will be notified of such at least two weeks before the readings are discussed. Week 1 Date August 15 – 20 2 August 22 – 27 Content Orientation Course Information Booklet Discussion Presentation of Reading Materials Levelling of Expectations Negotiating classroom policies Module 1: What is Philippine about Philippine Art: Functions and Philosophy Reading Material/s: Maude, A. (2021). What is art? The Project Gutenberg eBook of What Is Art?, by Leo Tolstoy. Retrieved August 8, 2022, from https://www.gutenberg.org/files/64908/64908h/64908-h.htm Benesa, L. (2015, June 2). What is Philippine about Philippine art. National Commission for Culture and the Arts. Retrieved August 9, 2022, from https://ncca.gov.ph/about-ncca3/subcommissions/subcommission-on-the-artssca/visual-arts/what-is-philippine-about-philippineart/ Yusi, L. (2015, June 2). The development of Art Galleries in the Philippines. National Commission for Culture and the Arts. Retrieved August 9, 2022, from https://ncca.gov.ph/about-ncca3/subcommissions/subcommission-on-cultural- Page | 15 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION heritagesch/art-galleries/the-development-of-artgalleries-in-the-philippines/ Graded Assessment: Formative Assessment 1: Essay (Individual) 3, 4 and 5 August 29 – September 17 Module 2: Philippine Visual Arts and Artisans Reading Material/s: Berger, J. (1972). Ways of Seeing. Monoskop. Retrieved August 8, 2022, from https://monoskop.org/File:Berger_John_Ways_of_Seeing.pdf Cultural Center of the Philippines. (2018). CCP Encyclopedia of Philippine art. CCP Encyclopedia of Philippine Art. Retrieved August 9, 2022, from https://epa.culturalcenter.gov.ph/3/ Endaya, I. (2015). Towards a Herstory of Filipino Women’s Visual Arts. National Historical Commission of the Philippines. Retrieved August 9, 2022, from https://www.academia.edu/27517957/Towards_a_Herstory_of_Filipino_WomensVisual_Arts Graded Assessments: Formative Assessment 2: Art Exhibit: Oral Presentation and Analysis (Collaborative Work) Formative Assessment 3: Digital Photography: Analysis and Peer Critiquing (Collaborative Work) 6 and 7 September 19 – Module 3: Philippine Architecture October 1 Reading Material/s: Fisher, J. A. (2013). High Art versus Low Art. University of Colorado. Retrieved August 8, 2022, from Page | 16 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION https://spot.colorado.edu/~jafisher/OnLine%20papers/High%20Low%20Art%20Ch%2046.pdf Noche, M. D. C. (2015, June 2). History of Philippine architecture. National Commission for Culture and the Arts. Retrieved August 9, 2022, from https://ncca.gov.ph/about-ncca3/subcommissions/subcommission-on-the-artssca/architecture-and-allied-arts-2/history-ofphilippine-architecture/ Samonte, R. P. (2003). Is there such a thing as Philippine Architecture? The Manila Times. Retrieved August 9, 2022, from https://www.manilatimes.net/2016/01/27/featuredcolumns/columnists/is-there-such-a-thing-asphilippine-architecture/241722 Graded Assessment: Formative Assessment 4: Proposal Paper Presentation (Feasible Strategies on preserving Philippine Art and Culture) (Collaborative Work) 8 and 9 10 11 and 12 October 3 – 15 MIDTERM ASSESSMENT Summative Assessment 1 Ars Poetica “The Art of Poetry” (An Analysis) October 17 - 22 Midterm Grade Consultation October 24 – Module 4: Philippine Music November 5 Reading Material/s: Henley, D. (1997). Art of Disturbation: Provocation and Censorship. JSTOR. Retrieved August 8, 2022, from https://www.jstor.org/stable/3193652 Cultural Center of the Philippines. (2018). CCP Encyclopedia of Philippine art. CCP Encyclopedia Page | 17 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION of Philippine Art. Retrieved August 9, 2022, from https://epa.culturalcenter.gov.ph/3/ De Guzman, P. (2008). Historical Notes: Why Philippine Music is so Deeply Embedded in the Culture?. Philippines Tatler. Retrieved August 9, 2022. Lago, A. T. (2020, March 25). In lockdown, the streets are silent – but Filipino musicians have not stopped playing. RAPPLER. Retrieved August 9, 2022, from https://www.rappler.com/entertainment/music/255600-filipino-musicians-have-not-stoppedplaying-coronavirus-luzon-lockdown/ Graded Assessment: Formative Assessment 5: Harmony in Diversity: Music Analysis (Collaborative Work) 13 and 14 November 7 – 19 Module 5: Philippine Dance Reading Material/s: Cultural Center of the Philippines. (2018). CCP Encyclopedia of Philippine art. CCP Encyclopedia of Philippine Art. Retrieved August 9, 2022, from https://epa.culturalcenter.gov.ph/3/ Graded Assessment: Formative Assessment 6: Dance ‘til Dawn: An Analysis (Collaborative Work) 15 and 16 November 21 – December 3 Module 6: Philippine Theatre and Film Reading Material/s: Cultural Center of the Philippines. (2018). CCP Encyclopedia of Philippine art. CCP Encyclopedia of Philippine Art. Retrieved August 9, 2022, from https://epa.culturalcenter.gov.ph/3/ Page | 18 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION Graded Assessment: Formative Assessment 7: Film/Theater Critique (Collaborative Work) Formative Assessment 8: Appreciating Film and Theater: A One-Minute Act (Collaborative Work) 17 and 18 December 5 – 17 FINAL ASSESSMENT Summative Assessment 2 Adbokasiya (Advocacy Poster and Concept Paper Presentation) ASSESSMENT MAPPING Assessment Weightage Formative Assessments Formative 7.5% Assessment 1: Essay Formative Assessment 2: Digital Course Learning Objectives Assessed FCCs Developed 60% CELO 2 CELO 3 FCC 1.1 FCC 1.4 FCC 2.1 FCC 2.4 FCC 3.1 FCC 4.2 FCC 1.1 FCC 1.4 FCC 2.1 FCC 2.2 FCC 2.4 FCC 2.5 FCC 3.1 FCC 4.2 FCC 1.1 FCC 1.4 FCC 2.1 7.5% CELO 1 CELO 4 CELO 6 7.5% CELO 2 CELO 3 Art Exhibit: Oral Presentation and Analysis Formative Assessment 3: Total Weight Page | 19 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION Photography: Analysis and Peer Critiquing Formative Assessment 4: 7.5% CELO 1 CELO 2 CELO 6 7.5% CELO 2 CELO 6 7.5% CELO 2 CELO 6 7.5% CELO 1 CELO 2 CELO 3 Proposal Paper Presentation (Feasible Strategies on Preserving Philippine Art and Culture) Formative Assessment 5: Harmony in Diversity: Music Analysis Formative Assessment 6: Dance ‘til Dawn: An Analysis Formative Assessment 7: Film/Theater Critique FCC 2.4 FCC 3.1 FCC 3.2 FCC 4.2 FCC 1.1 FCC 1.4 FCC 2.1 FCC 2.2 FCC 2.3 FCC 2.4 FCC 2.5 FCC 3.1 FCC 4.2 FCC 1.1 FCC 1.4 FCC 2.1 FCC 2.2 FCC 2.3 FCC 2.4 FCC 2.5 FCC 3.1 FCC 4.2 FCC 1.1 FCC 1.4 FCC 2.1 FCC 2.2 FCC 2.3 FCC 2.4 FCC 2.5 FCC 3.1 FCC 4.2 FCC 1.1 FCC 1.4 FCC 2.1 FCC 2.4 FCC 3.1 FCC 4.2 Page | 20 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION Formative Assessment 8: 7.5% Appreciating Film and Theater: A One-Minute Act Summative Assessments Summative 20% Assessment 1 40% Ars Poetica “The Art of Poetry” (An Analysis) Summative Assessment 2 20% CELO 2 CELO 6 FCC 1.1 FCC 1.4 FCC 2.1 FCC 2.2 FCC 2.3 FCC 2.4 FCC 2.5 FCC 3.1 FCC 4.2 CELO 1 CELO 2 CELO 6 FCC 1.1 FCC 1.4 FCC 2.1 FCC 2.4 FCC 3.1 FCC 4.2 FCC 1.1 FCC 1.4 FCC 2.1 FCC 2.2 FCC 2.4 FCC 2.5 FCC 3.1 FCC 4.2 CELO 1 CELO 2 CELO 6 Adbokasiya (Advocacy Poster and Concept Paper Presentation) SCHEME OF WORK AND IMPORTANT DATES TASK FA 1 FA 2 FA 3 FA 4 SA 1 Orientation Essay Art Exhibit: Oral Presentation and Analysis Digital Photography: Analysis and Peer Critiquing Proposal Paper Presentation (Feasible Strategies on Preserving Philippine Art and Culture) MIDTERM: Ars Poetica “The Art of Poetry” (An Analysis) Midterm Grade Consultation DATE August 15 - 20 August 22 – 27 September 5 – 10 September 12 – 17 September 26 – October 1 October 10 – 15 October 17 – 22 Page | 21 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION FA 5 Harmony in Diversity: Music Analysis FA 6 FA 7 FA 8 Dance ‘til Dawn: An Analysis Film/Theater Critique Appreciating Film and Theater: A One-Minute Act SA 2 FINALS: Adbokasiya (Advocacy Poster and Concept Paper Presentation) October 31 – November 5 November 14 - 19 November 21 – 26 November 28 – December 3 December 5 - 17 Page | 22 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION RUBRICS Formative Assessment 1: Essay MARK Reflective Thinking (UNITY) 10 points The The reflection The reflection The reflection reflection explains the attempts to does not address the student’s explains the student’s demonstrate student’s thinking thinking about thinking and/or own thinking about his/her learning but learning and learning own learning lacks processes. processes, as processes. development well as about his/her implications own learning for future processes. learning. 10-8 Analysis (COHERENCE) 8 points The The reflection reflection is is an analysis of the an in-depth learning analysis of the learning experience: experience: from one’s selffrom one’s realization or selfrealization or others. others and appreciation to the topic discussed. 8-7 Connections 7-5 6-5 The The reflection reflection articulates (CONCRETENESS) articulated connections 6 points multiple between connections his/her 4-3 2-0 The reflection The reflection attempts to contains a vague analyze the analysis of the learning learning experience experience. but only to a rudimentary level about one’s self and others. 4-3 2-0 The reflection attempts to articulate connections between this The reflection does not articulate any connection to Page | 23 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION between learning his/her experience learning and content experience from other and content courses, past learning from other courses, past experiences, learning and/or future experiences goals. and/or future goals. 6-5 4-3 learning experience and content from other courses, past learning experiences, and/or future goals but is vague and/or unclear. other learning experiences. 2 1-0 All All sources All sources are Format is References and sources are are accurately accurately incorrect for all citation cited, documented, accurately sources. (ACCURACY) but a few are but many are cited in not in the and not in the desired Sentence the desired desired format both Construction format or lack format. in the text (CLARITY & credibility. Some and on CONCISENESS) the reference sources lack 6 points lists. credibility. Essay did not Essay Essay Essay contained contain contained contained a many awkward sentences sentences few awkward sentences that that with minor sentences that made the essay distracted errors but distracted the incomprehensible reader. to the reader. the reader. barely distracted the reader. 6-5 4-3 TOTAL 2 1-0 /30 Page | 24 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION Formative Assessment 2: Art Exhibit: Oral Presentation and Analysis Criteria Score 15-13 Oral Presenters are Presentation very engaging. Expressed (15 points) ideas fluently in own words. Genuinely interested and enthusiastic. Exceptional voice mannerisms, body language, and communication skills. Presentation exceptional quality and greatly enhanced exhibit. Concept and Originality (15 points) Superior degree of originality exhibited throughout. Very unique solution; theme has been explored and elaborated on 12-10 Presenters engaged audience. Displayed interest and enthusiasm. Good voice mannerisms, body language, and communication skills. Presentation good quality and enhanced exhibit. Above average degree of originality throughout. Theme is present with some elaboration. 9-7 Presenters displayed interest and enthusiasm. Limited engagement with audience. Occasionally struggled to find words. Generally appropriate voice mannerisms, body language, and communication skills. Presentation fair quality and somewhat enhanced exhibit. Artworks presented show evidence that an idea was tried but it lacks originality. Average degree of originality; theme is Mark 6-0 Presenters unenthused, monotonous and relied extensively on notes. Voice mannerisms, body language, and communication skills sometimes inappropriate. Presentation below average quality and slightly enhanced exhibit Artworks presented lack creativity and original thought. Theme is not fully developed. Page | 25 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION Materials and Technique (15 points) Creativity (15 points) to a high degree. Complex solution. The art exhibit is outstanding and finished with a great deal of care and attention to detail. Highly innovative. Form, subject matter and content strongly support one another present with little elaboration. The art exhibit is finished with a high level of skill, but lacks a few finishing details or touches. With a little more effort, the work would be outstanding. Innovative Form, subject matter and content moderately support one another Average craftsmanship and technical skills with choice of materials. The art exhibit is adequate, but could still be improved upon with more care. Finished art exhibit but it lacks finishing touches or could have been improved upon with more effort. Below average craftsmanship. Partially innovative Form, subject matter and content weakly support each other Not innovative Form, subject matter and content are not supportive of each other TOTAL 60 Page | 26 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION Formative Assessment 3: Digital Photography: Analysis and Peer Critiquing Criteria 15-13 Creativity Image demonstrates a very creative Imagination, approach to expression, the task; creative student has approach expanded on the basic (15 points) requirements. It is clear that the student explored several choices/ solutions to the task. Composition Photograph demonstrates Photographic exceptional guidelines, eye visual interest and creativity movement, in space usage, organization of composition, balance, image camera angle, (15 points) and subject matter. Communicative Shows Properties obvious evidence of Visual impact, thinking skills. Addresses emotional fairly complex reaction, visual or mood, etc. conceptual Score 12-10 Good representation of assigned objectives. The student has explored creative solutions to the task. Mark 9-7 6-0 Photograph does not show a creative approach to the task. Fair representation of assigned objectives; some creative intent and shows little evidence of trying anything unusual. Photograph demonstrates some visual interest and creativity in composition, balance, camera angle, and subject matter. Photograph demonstrates little visual interest and creativity in composition, balance, camera angle, and subject matter. Photograph does not demonstrate visual interest and creativity in composition, balance, camera angle, and subject matter. There is adequate and successful visual communication. Photo engages the viewer. Work shows effort with moderate sense of visual communication There is little, if any evidence of successful visual communication with the viewer. Page | 27 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION (15 points) Technical Qualities (15 points) ideas. The image effectively communicates with the viewer. Excellent Most technical quality, use of aspects are tools, and successful attention to detail Technique a bit weak with little sense of challenge Poorly executed, little regard for quality TOTAL 60 Page | 28 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION Formative Assessment 4: Proposal Paper Presentation (Feasible Strategies on Preserving Philippine Art and Culture) Criteria Rationale (15 points) Objective/s or Goal/s (15 points) Score 15-13 Proposal provides welldetailed explanation of the rationale for the project that clearly aligns it within the goals and objectives. Explanation includes reasons why the project is needed, how it is relevant to the city/place, its people and its impact in the succeeding years. The objectives are directly aligned to the goals of the funding, are clearly detailed and articulated, can be easily measured and can be easily understood. Objectives can reasonably be attained within 12-10 Proposal provides acceptable explanation of the rationale for the project that clearly aligns it within the goals and objectives. Explanation includes some reasons why the project is needed, how it is relevant to the city/place, its people and its impact in the succeeding years. The objectives are somewhat aligned to the goals of the funding, are clearly stated, but not detailed, are measurable and easily understood. Objectives can reasonably be attained within Mark 9-7 Proposal provides some explanation of the rationale for the project that clearly aligns it within the goals and objectives. Explanation includes some reasons why the project is needed, how it is relevant to the city/place, its people and its impact in the succeeding years. 6-0 Inadequate information is provided to support the rationale for the project. The objectives are stated and can be measurable. They seem appropriate to the goals for funding. Objectives seem reasonable for the proposed timeline. The objectives are not clearly stated, are not measurable and leave questions about alignment with the goals for funding. There are serious questions about whether or not they can Page | 29 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION Plans/ Methodologies/ Strategies/ Approach (15 points) Oral Presentation (15 points) the proposed timeline. the proposed timeline. The proposed methodology, strategy or approach are clearly described, are reasonable in terms of facilitating the completion of the project and support the attainment of the project goals. Key activities are articulated, outlining how the project goals are to be achieved. Presenters are very engaging. Expressed ideas fluently in own words. Genuinely interested and enthusiastic. Exceptional voice mannerisms, body language, and The proposed methodology, strategies, or approach are reasonable and clearly stated, and will support the attainment of the project goals. An outline of generic activities to attain the project goals is provided. Some information is provided regarding methodology or approach to be used to address the project objectives. Presenters engaged audience. Displayed interest and enthusiasm. Good voice mannerisms, body language, and communication skills. Presenters displayed interest and enthusiasm. Limited engagement with audience. Occasionally struggled to find words. Generally appropriate voice be attained within the proposed timeline. Insufficient information is provided regarding approach or methodology to be used to attain the project goals. Presenters unenthused, monotonous and relied extensively on notes. Voice mannerisms, body language, and communication skills sometimes Page | 30 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION communication skills. Presentation exceptional quality and greatly enhanced exhibit. Presentation good quality and enhanced exhibit. mannerisms, body language, and communication skills. Presentation fair quality and somewhat enhanced exhibit. inappropriate. Presentation below average quality and slightly enhanced exhibit TOTAL 60 Page | 31 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION Formative Assessment 5: Harmony in Diversity: Music Analysis Criteria Score 15-13 12-10 9-7 Lyrics The song lyrics The song lyrics The song lyrics are are somewhat are good. The coherent. The words are (15 points) outstanding. song lyrics are The words are memorable. memorable. The song lyrics well received by the The song lyrics are are enthusiastically audience. enthusiastically received by the received by the audience. audience. Tempo and The melody Tempo and Tempo and Melody and rhythm rhythm are rhythm are were perfectly consistent. The sometimes melody is unclear or slow (15 points) performed. mostly smooth down and and clear. speed up. The melody is apparent is some places but unclear in others. Relevance The theme is The theme The theme to the clearly from the from the Theme explained and composition is composition is relevant. explained but not clearly specific details explained and (15 points) as evidence specific that support evidence that this theme are supports this not provided. claim is not provided. Creativity The student The student/s The song composed an composed an composed is original song not very (15 points) original song with a clear but there are original, but theme. some elements there are some Mark 6-0 The song lyrics are not coherent. The words not memorable. The song is choppy with an unnatural mix of tempo. The melody of the song is unclear. The theme from the composition is totally not explained and specific evidence that supports this claim is not provided. The song composed is not very original. The Page | 32 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION that are not excellent. elements that are not excellent. message is not conveyed. TOTAL 60 Page | 33 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION Formative Assessment 6: Dance ‘til Dawn: An Analysis Criteria Score 15-13 12-10 9-7 Musicality Shows a Generally Accurate in complete beat, tempo, accurate in beat, tempo, rhythms understanding rhythms of (15 points) of dance, of tempo and dance beat and stays sequences sequences most rhythm throughout of the time. the throughout the dance. dance. Creativity Demonstrates Demonstrates Demonstrates the excellent good knowledge of (15 points) knowledge of knowledge choreography, choreography of choreography, but unsure of and does it well. keeps up with some the movements, group, some sometimes errors are hesitates/watches apparent. others and makes several errors. Synchronization Movements, Movements, Movements, and Timing transitions, transitions, transitions, formation formation formation (15 points) changes, and changes, and changes, and level changes level changes level changes synchronized, synchronized synchronized minor errors in the majority of some of the timing and the time, time, some errors placement. major errors in exist in timing timing with and placement. placement. Overall Performs Performs Performs Performance complete complete dance dance with little Mark 6-0 Shows a basic understanding of tempo and beat, but falls behind and/or speeds up in places or makes errors in rhythm. Remembers a few of the steps/ movements and tries, but looks lost and out of sync. Movements, transitions, formation changes, and level changes not synchronized, timing is often indistinguishable. Performs complete dance with no Page | 34 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION (15 points) with full of confidence and enthusiasm, making few errors. complete dance with some confidence and enthusiasm, making some errors. confidence and enthusiasm, making many errors. confidence or enthusiasm, making constant errors. TOTAL 60 Page | 35 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION Formative Assessment 7: Film/Theater Critique MARK Depth of Critique Critique Critique Critique Critique demonstrates an demonstrates a demonstrates a demonstrates a (15 points) in-depth general reflection minimal reflection lack of reflection reflection on, and on, and on, and on, or personalization personalization personalization personalization of, the theories, of, the theories, of, the theories, of, the theories, concepts, and/or concepts, and/or concepts, and/or concepts, and/or strategies strategies strategies strategies presented in the presented in the presented in the presented in the course materials course materials course materials course materials to date. to date. to date. to date. Viewpoints and Viewpoints and Viewpoints and Viewpoints and interpretations interpretations interpretations interpretations are insightful and are supported. are unsupported are missing, well supported. Appropriate or supported with inappropriate, examples are Clear, detailed flawed and/or provided, as examples are arguments. unsupported. applicable. provided, as Examples, when Examples, when applicable. applicable, are applicable, are not provided or not provided. are irrelevant to the assignment. 15-13 12-10 9-7 Required Response Response Response is Components includes all includes all missing some (15 points) components and components and components and/or does not meets or exceeds meets all fully meet the all requirements requirements indicated in the indicated in the requirements instructions. Each instructions. Each indicated in the question or part question or part instructions. of the assignment of the assignment Some questions or parts of the is addressed is addressed. assignment are thoroughly. not addressed. 15-13 Structure Writing is clear, (15 points) concise, and well organized with excellent sentence/ 12-10 Writing is mostly clear, concise, and well organized with good sentence/ 9-7 Writing is unclear and/or disorganized. Thoughts are not expressed in a 6-0 Response excludes essential components and/or does not address the requirements indicated in the instructions. 6-0 Writing is unclear and disorganized. Thoughts ramble and make little Page | 36 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION paragraph construction. Thoughts are expressed in a coherent and logical manner. There are no more than three spelling, grammar, or syntax errors per page of writing. paragraph construction. Thoughts are expressed in a coherent and logical manner. There are no more than five spelling, grammar, or syntax errors per page of writing. logical manner. There are more than five spelling, grammar, or syntax errors per page of writing. 15-13 12-10 9-7 Evidence Response shows Response shows Response shows and Practice strong evidence evidence of little evidence of (15 points) of synthesis of synthesis of ideas synthesis of ideas ideas presented presented and presented and and insights insights gained insights gained gained throughout the throughout the throughout the entire course. The entire course. Few implications entire course. The implications of implications of these insights for of these insights these insights for the respondent's for the the respondent's overall practice respondent's overall practice are presented, as overall practice are thoroughly applicable. are presented, as detailed, as applicable. applicable. 15-13 12-10 9-7 sense. There are numerous spelling, grammar, or syntax errors throughout the response. 6-0 Response shows no evidence of synthesis of ideas presented and insights gained throughout the entire course. No implications for the respondent's overall practice are presented, as applicable. 6-0 TOTAL ______ 60 Page | 37 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION Formative Assessment 8: Appreciating Film and Theater: A One-Minute Act 15-13 12-10 9-7 6-0 Content and There is an There is sufficient There is a great Topic is not clear; Originality abundance of information that deal of information (15 points) material clearly relates to topic. information that is included does not related to the Most points are not clearly support topic in topic. accurate, original, connected to the any way. All points are and clearly made. topic. accurate, original, and clearly made. Acting / The students use The students often The students try to The students tell Dialogue consistent voices, use voices, facial use voices, facial the story but do (15 points) facial expressions expressions and expressions and not use voices, and movements movements to movements to facial expressions, to make the make the make the or movement to characters more characters more characters more make the believable and the believable and the believable and the storytelling more story more easily story more easily story more easily interesting or understood. understood. understood. clear. Enthusiasm Facial expressions Facial expressions Facial expressions Very little use of (15 points) and body and body and body facial expressions language language are language or body language. generate a strong sometimes used to try to Did not generate interest and much interest in generate a strong generate enthusiasm about interest and enthusiasm, but topic being the topic in enthusiasm about seem somewhat presented. others. faked. the topic in others. Students are Students seem The students are Students do not Preparedness, completely pretty prepared somewhat seem at all Props and prepared and but might have prepared, but it is prepared to present. The Costume have obviously needed a couple clear that students use no (15 points) rehearsed. more rehearsals. rehearsal was Students use Students use 1-2 lacking. Students props OR the props chosen several props props that make use 1-2 props detract from the (could include the presentation during the presentation, presentation. costume) that better. which are show somewhat considerable effective. work/ creativity and enhance the presentation. TOTAL MARK ______ 60 Page | 38 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION Summative Assessment 1: Ars Poetica “The Art of Poetry” (An Analysis) Criteria Excellent Content 31-35 (35 points) Covers topic in depth with details and examples. Subject knowledge is excellent. Originality Score Above Average Meets Expectations 26-30 21-25 Mark Needs Improvement 0-20 Include essential information about the topic but there are one to two factual errors. 31-35 Includes essential knowledge about the topic. Subject knowledge appears to be good. 26-30 (35 points) Shows a large amount of original thought. Ideas are creative and inventive. Shows some original thought. Work shows new ideas and insight. Uses other people’s idea, but does not give them credit. Mechanics 26-30 21-25 Uses other people’s ideas (giving them credit), but there is little evidence of original thinking. 16-20 (30 points) No misspellings or grammatical errors. Three to four misspellings and/or grammatical errors. More than four misspellings and/ or grammatical errors. One to two misspellings and/or grammatical errors. 21-25 Content is minimal or there are several factual errors. 0-20 0-15 TOTAL 100 Page | 39 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY GENERAL EDUCATION Summative Assessment 2: Adbokasiya (Advocacy Poster and Concept Paper Presentation) Criteria Score Excellent Above Meets Average Expectations Appropriateness The content of 1-20% of the 21-40% of the the presentation presentation presentation is content is not content is not (25 points) appropriate to appropriate to appropriate to the specific the specific the specific topic. topic topic Creativity (25 points) Organization (25 points) Information / Content (25 points) The presentation shows the artistry and effectiveness of the design, entertainment and pictures. All the contents, design etc. are organized properly. Information/ content of the presentation are excellent/ clear. The presentation shows moderate artistry and effectiveness of the design, entertainment and pictures. Only 80-88% of the contents, design etc. are organized properly. Information/ content of the presentation supports innovative ideas. The presentation is too exaggerated in design and correct color combination is not executed. Only 60-79% of the contents, design etc. are organized properly. Information/ content presented are thin but does relate to the topic. Mark Needs Improvement 41% or above of the presentation content is not appropriate to the specific topic The presentation has no design nor entertainment. Only 59% or below of the contents, design etc. are organized properly. Some information/ content is presented but not quite relevant. TOTAL 100 Page | 40 GED0106 • AY 2022-2023 © hgmcruz