Fall 2010 Syllabus
AR100
Art Appreciation
3 Credit Hour
Textbook
Gilbert’s Living With Art, 9th Edition, (ISBN 978007740306-5 for bundle)
By Mark Getlein, McGraw-Hill Pub.
Division of Humanities
Barbara Stevens, Instructor
Art Appreciation
FALL, 2010
Course Number:
AR 100
Time & Day:
1-1:55pm MWF
Location:
AB106
Instructor:
Barbara Stevens
Office:
AB106
Phone:
785-243-1435 ext. 334
800-729-5101
Email:
bstevens@cloud.edu
Required
Materials:
10 x 15 x 2” art portfolio
9 x 12” sketch pad
General’s sketch set
Office Hours:
MWF: 9:30-10; 11:30-12; MW 2-2:30
TR: 11:30-12; 2:15-3
Advisement Center: NA
Course Description: Art Appreciation is a study and appreciation of art and its development through the
various periods and movements of man’s existence. The course brings the student
To a better understanding of art today, its past influences, and it’s current significance.
Prerequisite:
None
Sequencing:
None
Method of Evaluation/Grading: Grades will be determined by the student’s ability to successfully
complete a number of projects as well as demonstrating a beginner’s understanding of the
use of the creative process of using the various techniques in a personal and conceptual
way and the quality of the craftsmanship displayed.
A – 100-90%
B -- 89-80%
C – 79-70%
D – 69-60%
F – 59-0%
A daily grade will also be recorded and averaged with the project grade. Five points will
be given every class period for attendance and work habits. Points will be deducted for:
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tardiness
absences without notification (full 5 points deducted)
absences with notification (2 points deducted)
not bringing required materials
not exercising good work habits
When absences occur, students are responsible for:
. making up class time
. making up work missed during absence
. being responsible for letting instructor know ahead of time when the student will
be absent and why
. finding out from class “buddy” what was missed in class or making an appointment with the instructor before the absence, or before the class following
the absence. DO NOT ask the instructor to take class time to explain
missed assignments.
. missed tests must be made up within five school days or a grade of 0 will be
given for the exam
. in case of emergencies or long term illnesses, arrangements with the instructor
will be made for missed tests and projects. As long as the student is
willing to complete the class, all efforts to work with the student will be
made.
. (when applicable—will be announced in class) students will also be required to
help at one session at the Sunset Nursing Home for a project grade of A.
If a student does not assist, a project grade of 0 will be given.
Teaching Methods:
Lecture, demonstration, hands-on assistance, field trips, SLIDES, individual research
both from textbook, library, and internet
Assignment Policy:
Course outline handed out at beginning of semester. Adherence to schedule depends on
needs of class.
Course Policies
Academic Integrity:
It is imperative that each student does his/her own work. The following policy will apply
to all students in class.
Infractions of academic integrity (honesty) shall include:
 Using another student’s work without giving the student credit for the work. In
other words, taking someone else’s file and placing your name on it and
claiming it is yours, using another student’s quiz, or help on a quiz/exam.
 Giving another student your file(s) knowing that he/she intends to turn it in as
his/her own creation, giving another student your quiz, or help on a
quiz/exam.
It is not an infraction of the policy to help another student understand how to do an
assignment if he/she does the work himself/herself with your assistance.
Cheating:
“Cheating means getting unauthorized help on an assignment, quiz or examination.”
1. You must not receive from any other students or give to any other students
any information, answers, or help during an exam.
2. You must not use unauthorized sources for answers during an exam. You
must not take notes or books to the exam when such aids are forbidden, and
you must not refer to any book or notes while you are taking the exam unless
the instructor indicates it is an “open book” exam.
3. You must not obtain exam questions illegally before an exam or tamper with
an exam after it has been corrected.
Materials taken from “Academic Dishonesty in Our Classrooms.” Instructional Exchange, 1990, 2 (2), 1-4 (Newsletter
available from the Office of University Assessment and Intellectual Skills Program, Western Michigan University)
Plagiarism:
“Plagiarism” means submitting work as your own that is someone else’s. For example,
copying material from a book, the Internet, or another source without acknowledging that
the words or ideas are someone else’s and not your own is plagiarism. If you copy an
author’s words exactly, treat the passage as a direct quotation and supply the
appropriate citation. If you use someone else’s ideas, even if you paraphrase the
wording, appropriate credit should be given. You have committed plagiarism if you
purchase a term paper or submit a paper as your own that you did not write.
Penalties for infractions: Student will receive a grade of 0 for the plagiarized work and
turn in an acceptable re-write of the project within one week of the
returned project. The re-written project will be graded and the
student given credit for that project along with the 0.
Attendance Policy:
Attendance is required daily. If A student misses class, 2% is automatically taken off of
the top of their grade. If the student calls in ahead of time to let the instructor know that
he will be gone, 1% is returned to the student's grade. If the student makes up the time
missed and/or the project, the second 1% will be returned to their grade.
Conduct:
Classroom conduct must be positive, respectful and courteous in order to maintain a
creative environment.
Examination Policy: Exams will be written exams. If a student misses an exam, they may make it up
within 5 class days or take a zero for that test. If a student has to miss several classes due
to hospitalization, family emergency, etc., the student will meet with the instructor upon
returning to school and a new schedule for assignments and exams will be made in order
to help the student remain in the class and complete all the course assignments. The
instructor will work closely with the student to make sure they are able to stay in the
class.
Instructor Assistance: The instructor will be available to help any student who needs extra assistance with the
class. The instructor’s schedule will be displayed in the classroom as well as the
instructor’s office door. Appointments may be made to insure most efficient use of time.
Any student needing to work in the art dept. after class time may do so as long as an
instructor or CCCC employee is in the art dept. (rooms AB106, 107, & 108) at the same
time. Any student not in the current class session will work in another classroom or
leave the room while class is in session unless approved by the instructor.
Phone usage:
Cell phones should not be used during class time except in emergency situations—this
includes text messages. CCCC office phones are for faculty use only.
Music:
Students may listen to music during class time as long as the instructor is not lecturing.
A CD player is provided in the classroom for students’ use and students may bring music
of their choice with appropriate lyrics for the school environment (at the discretion of the
instructor) for all to listen to. No personal players may be used in the classroom.
Incomplete Policy:
Students will not be given an incomplete grade in the course without sound reason and
documented as described in the Student Handbook. The incomplete must be made up
with the instructor assigning the incomplete and must be completed the semester
immediately following the semester in which the class was taken. Refer to the Student
Handbook for a complete explanation.
Academic Complaints: Cloud County Community College has an Academic Due Process Policy to address
any student academic complaints. For any unresolved complaints, the policy can be
obtained from the Academic Affairs Office.
General Education Goals
Humanities General Education Goals: Students enrolled in Humanities courses will
be expected to demonstrate knowledge of cultural experiences and expressions by
exhibiting understanding of the human condition through art, history, literature, music,
theater or philosophy. Successful students will be able to:
1. Identify major cultural influences of the human condition.
2. Demonstrate understanding of the effects of cultural influences on individuals
and society
3. Analyze and synthesize the effects of cultural influences on the human
condition with regard to time and place.
Students will be assigned work demonstrating whether or not they can successfully meet
these goals.
Art Program Outcomes: Upon completion of the art program, the student will:
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Standards:
Demonstrate visualization skills
Demonstrate critical thinking
Apply elements and principles of design
Demonstrate skills in craftsmanship, technique and presentation
Exhibit good work habits
Eighty percent of students finishing an art course at Cloud County Community College
will be able to define, interpret and discuss visual information.
Course Outcomes: Upon completion of the course, the student will:
1. Demonstrate a general knowledge of the fundamentals of art and art history.
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Assess and discuss projects by using artistic vocabulary
Develop a basic understanding of various art media and techniques
Develop seeing skills
i. Develop an ability to sight lines and shapes
ii. Develop an ability to sight values
• Develop a basic knowledge and use of the elements and principles of design
• Demonstrate the ability to use the steps of the creative process in developing a
basic concept
• Identify certain artists’ work from various periods of art history
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Develop good work habits.
Exhibit craftsmanship in the use of tools and techniques
Exhibit the ability to clean up work area
Exhibit the ability to put away tools from where they were taken
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Exhibit the ability to keep drawings clean and smudge free
Exhibit a respectful attitude toward others, their workspace and their tools
Create a respectful and positive environment
Be on time
Bring required materials (sketchbook, text, references, personal tools/paper, etc.)
Assessment of Course Goals: The use of the Art Appreciation Matrix.
Accommodation Policy: If you need academic adjustments for any type of disability,
see your instructor during office hours or make an appointment.
Students also may contact the Director of Advisement and
Counseling, located in the Advisement Center.
Inclement Weather Policy: In case of extremely severe weather, the college may
close. The following radio and TV stations will be notified:
KNCK
KREP
KVSV
WIBW (TV)
KOLN (TV)
1390 AM
92.1 FM
1190 AM
Chan. 13
Chan. 10
Concordia
Belleville
Beloit
Topeka
Lincoln, NE
KCLY
KHCD
KSAL
KWCH (TV)
100.9 FM
89.5 FM
1150 AM
Chan. 12
Clay Center
Hutchinson
Salina
Wichita
Notification will also be placed on the internet at www.cancellations.com. A text
message will also be sent out on the Emergency Text Messaging System for the
students who have signed up for it.
Students should call the switchboard at 800-729-5101 or 785-243-1435 if they are
unable to attend class due to hazardous conditions. Night class and off campus class
cancellations are left to the discretion of the instructor.
Emergency Notification Procedure: When alarms are sounded or crisis conditions
arise, you will be instructed to move to a designated safe area
or to remain in the classroom until the crisis has passed. If you
are informed to leave the room, take as many of your personal
belongings as time permits. Cell phones and other electronic
devises are only to be used once you arrive in the safe area
outside the building. Students requiring special assistance will be
the responsibility of the instructor or staff person.
Systems of alert for tornado or bomb threat: PA system, phone, or staff interruption
of class. In case of fire, the alarm will sound.
If directed to leave the building, evacuate to the soccer field
Unless an alternate safe location has been designated.