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 World Art Survey I
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WORLD ART SURVEY I: Prehistoric through 1400s TR 12:30 - 1:50 PM, Harris Hall, Room 219B revised 16 June 2008 QUICK LINKS:
grading ~ syllabus ~ contact info reading & exam schedule ~ ARTS 301 Study Guide 1 - Images pdf ARTS 301 Study Guide 2 - Images pdf ARTS 301 Study Guide 3 - Images pdf ARTS 301 Study Guide 4 - Images pdf W.R.I.T.E. other resources for art history
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 information GRADING: CONTACT INFO:
Thomas Larose, Ph.D. tlarose@vsu.edu Office phone: 524-5188 Office: 216A Harris Hall Hours: TR 2:00 - 4:00 PM, or by appointment Course Description
This course will examine the major developments and changes in two-dimensional and three-dimensional art and architecture of the major civilizations of the world from prehistoric times through the Medieval period (roughly 1400 CE). It will also explore the philosophies, religions, ideas, and major events that have shaped the arts and cultures of these areas. Using a chronological approach, the various arts will be examined to display their roles in the development of the cultures in which they were created, and their influences on successive cultures.
Objectives
Through this course, the student should learn how to:
A. Identify the major characteristics of art during each period studied.
B. Identify the major artists and works of art of each period.
C. Recognize the major cultural movements and ideas, and their effects on art.
D. Understand the roles and functions of art within society and how they have shaped each other.
Attendance
The lectures of this course emphasize areas related to the development of the arts, such as historical and political events, religious movements, etc., that are not thoroughly covered in the text. Relationships between the visual arts and the other humanities of the period are also examined. Therefore, effective note taking, concentration, and regular attendance is a must to achieve a satisfactory grade. The text serves as a summary of course content, along with providing examples for study.
Attendance is mandatory. Each student may have up to two (2) unexcused absences during the semester. One more than this will result in a reduction of the final grade for the course of ten (10) points, with additional reductions of ten (10) points for each multiple of two (2) more unexcused absences. Tardiness by more than 10 minutes will be considered an unexcused absence. Any tardiness less than 10 minutes will accumulate on a per minute basis up to 30 minutes, where it will be counted as an unexcused absence. Leaving before being excused will be considered an unexcused absence. Sleeping and any disruptive behavior in the class will likewise be considered an unexcused absence. To obtain an excused absence, the instructor must be notified in advance (or, in case of an emergency, as soon as possible) and written proof must be provided. Discretionary meetings (doctor's visits, advisement, employment, etc.) should not be scheduled to conflict with class and will not be considered an excused absence.
Grading
Four regular exams: 20% each (80% total). Each exam will consist of slide identifications, true/false questions, multiple choice, short answer definitions, and a short essay. Dates and content for the exams are listed on the course outline. Make-up exams will not be given after the scheduled date. Exams may only be taken earlier than the scheduled date with permission from the instructor should an excused absence be necessary. Please contact me as soon as possible for any known conflicts.
Essay: 20%. An essay of approximately 1000 words (4 - 5 double-spaced, typed pages at 12 pt.) is due on November 20. For Guidelines for this essay, followed this link. All essays will be returned within a reasonable time, with comments and grade. They may be re-written and re-submitted prior to the final exam if you wish to improve your grade.
No extra credit will be given.
REQUIRED TEXT:
Hugh Honour and John Fleming. The Visual Arts: A History, Volume 1 (Seventh edition). Prentice Hall, Upper Saddle River, NJ: 2005
SUGGESTED READINGS:
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990
INFORMATION: Student Affairs: Services for Students with Disabilities Campus location: Room 412 Memorial Hall, 1 Hayden St. Petersburg, VA 23806 Voice/TDD: (804) 524-5061 Academic Adjustments and Accommodations for Students with Disabilities Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 require Virginia State University to provide academic adjustments or accommodations for students with documented disabilities. Students seeking academic adjustments or accommodations must self-identify with the Coordinator of Services for Students with Disabilities on the appropriate campus. After meeting with the Coordinator, students are encouraged to meet with their instructors to discuss their needs, and If applicable, any lab safety concerns related to their disabilities. Please note that students who have self-identified through the Office of Services for Students with Disabilities should provide their instructors with an official memo from the Coordinator detailing needed academic adjustments or accommodations. Students who have not self-identified with the appropriate Coordinator should do so. It is the responsibility of each department chairperson to provide testing sites for students who require isolated areas to complete examinations. If a quiet space is not available, faculty may contact the appropriate Coordinator for assistance. Students who require exam modifications using auxiliary services or aids such as readers, proctors or scribes should make arrangements for those modifications through the Office of Services for Students with Disabilities. A minimum notice of 72 hours prior to the exam, by either the instructor or the student, is requested. Services for Students with Disabilities OTHER RESOURCES FOR ART HISTORY:
Art History Subject Guide (On-line Resources for Art History) Department of Art and Design Johnston Memorial Library This site is developed and maintained by Thomas Larose, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Department of Music, Art and Design, Virginia State University, Petersburg, Virginia, USA. Last updated on June 16, 2008. All photographs © Thomas Larose unless otherwise noted. Send comments to tlarose@vsu.edu . Author takes full responsibility for all content. This is a course web site, part of the official Virginia State University site.  |
