Fall 2021 Course Syllabus Course: ARTS-1317- Section: 01 Drawing II

Instructor Information
Instructor	Albert Faggard
E-mail	faggardac@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6421
Office	Location: Educational I - Room: 111 Hours: M., W., & F. - 8:00-9am and 10-11am - T. & Th. 9:15- 9:30am -&-12:15-1pm
COVID 19 Information	The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been exposed to COVID 19 or diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition on the COVID 19 Notification Form (available via a link on the Student Code of Conduct COVID19 webpage). This information will be provided to the Dean of Student Services. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Course Information
Description	A studio course exploring drawing with continued emphasis on descriptive, expressive and conceptual approaches. Students will further develop the ability to see and interpret a variety of subjects while using diverse materials and techniques which promote the appreciation of cultural expression. Course work will facilitate a dialogue in which students will employ critical analysis to broaden their understanding of drawing as a discipline.
Prerequisites	None
Learning Outcomes	The student will be able to: 1. Understand and value the importance of art in life (PSLO Alpha, 1, 2, 5, 6) Measured by pretest/post-test, embedded test and quiz questions, group discussions, and/or oral & visual presentation rubrics 2. Acquire a basic knowledge of works of aft (PSLO Alpha,5) Measured by pretest/post-test, embedded test or quiz questions 3. Respond critically to art (PSLO 1, 2) Measured by essay rubric, embedded test or quiz questions; group discussion 4. Understand the creative process (PSLO Alpha, 1) Measured by pretest/post-test, embedded test and quiz questions, group discussions, and/or oral & visual presentation rubrics
Core Objectives	* Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication. * Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions. * Empirical and Quantitative Skills: Students will demonstrate applications of scientific and mathematical concepts. * Teamwork: Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal and consider different points of view. * Social Responsibility: Students will demonstrate intercultural competency and civic knowledge by engaging effectively in local, regional, national and/or global communities. * Personal Responsibility: Students will demonstrate the ability to connect choices, actions and consequences to ethical decision-making.
Program Student Learning Outcomes	PSLO ALPHA: Reading skills - Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material. Identifies all main ideas, supporting details, and vocabulary in reading material; demonstrates a full understanding of the reading. PSLO 1: Critical Thinking Skills ? Uses creative thinking, innovation, inquiry and analysis, evaluation and synthesis of information. Creatively identifies problem, argument, or issue (to determine extent of information needed); differentiates the facts from opinions as relates to situation; constructs possible solutions or prediction or consequences; uses logical, sound reasoning to justify conclusion. PSLO 2: Communication Skills ? Demonstrates effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas through written, oral and/or visual communication. Expresses a strong thesis; organizes information with effective transitions & sequencing of ideas; uses substantial, logical & specific development of ideas; details are relevant, original, credible and correctly documented when appropriate to show an effective development and interpretation of ideas; and presents ideas in appropriate mode of expression for the task. PSLO 5: Social Responsibility Skills - Expresses intercultural competence, knowledge of civic responsibility, and the ability to engage effectively in regional, national, and global communities. Identifies cultural characteristics (including beliefs, values, perspectives and/or practices); demonstrates knowledge of civic responsibility; provides evidence of experience in civic- engagement activities; and describes what she/ he has learned as it relates to a reinforced and clarified sense of civic identity in local, regional, national, or global communities; and shows awareness of one?s own culture in relation to others. PSLO 6: Personal Responsibility Skills ? Integrates choices, actions and consequences in ethical decision-making. Recognizes ethical issues when presented in a complex, multilayered (gray) context; recognizes cross- relationships among the issues; discusses in detail/ analyzes core beliefs; the discussion has greater depth and clarity showing the independent application of ethical perspectives
Textbooks	Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer. None
Lecture Topics Outline	Week 1 - The role of Art & Learning to see Week 2 - Drawing Perspectives Week 3 - Shadowing and depth Week 4 - Shapes and geometry Week 5 - Learning to draw like Michelangelo Week 6 - Creative compositions Week 7 - Extending your message with drawings Week 8 - Basic Anatomy skills Week 9 - Choosing subject matter Week 10 - Controlling and exhibiting personal ideas in drawings Week 11 - Looking for styles and meaning Week 12 - Expressions magazine and why we do it Week 13 - Controlling Subject series in art Week 14 - Developing intellectual thoughts in Drawings Week 15 - Conclusion and Critique
Major Assignments Schedule	Week 1 - Class drawing Wk. 2 - Quote 1 - Anatomy 1 & Classroom 1 Drawing Wk. 3 - Quote 2 - Wk. 4 - Critique 1, Anatomy 1 & C.R. Drawing 1 due Wk. 5 - Quote 4, Anatomy 2 & C.R. Drawing 2 Wk. 6 - Quote 5, Anatomy 2 & C.R. Drawing 2 due Wk. 7 - Group Essay & Quote 6, Anatomy 3 & C.R. Drawing 3 Wk. 8 - Quote 7 & Critique 2, Anatomy 3 & C.R. Drawing 3 due Wk. 9 - Quote 8, Anatomy 4 & C.R. Drawing 4 Wk. 10 - Quote 9, Anatomy 4 & C.R. Drawing 4 due Wk. 11 - Quote 10 & Critique 3, Anatomy 5 & C.R. Drawing 5 Wk. 12 - Quote 11, Anatomy 5 & C.R. Drawing 5 due Wk. 13 - Quote 12, Expressions Drawings Wk. 14 - Expressions Drawings Wk. 15 - All artwork due
Final Exam Date	December 7, 2021 - 9:30 AM   Through  December 7, 2021 - 12:15 PM
Grading Scale	90 - 100=A    80 - 89=B    70 - 79=C     60 - 69=D    Below 59 = F
Determination of Final Grade	Quotes 20%, Drawings 20%, Classroom projects 20%, Essay 20%, Attendance 20%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	Plagiarism is not allowed. Any assignment that has 100% plagiarism will result in failure of the class.
Attendance Policy	You are allowed 2 absences. After that for each one I will deduct 5 points from your attendance grade
Academic Honesty	Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies	No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
ADA Considerations	The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
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HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Department	Commercial Music, Visual and Performing Arts Chair: Richard Vandewalker E-mail: vandewalkerre@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6520 If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.