Living with Art by Mark Getlein, 13th Edition

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education

May be print, e-book, or summoned via ritual. The first few chapters may be read by clicking ‘Seahawks Book Bundle’ on your Blackboard.

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.

By the end of this semester, students will be able to:

Apply art terminology as it specifically relates to works of art.

Demonstrate knowledge of art elements and principles of design.

Differentiate between the processes and materials used in the production of various works of art.

Critically interpret and evaluate works of art.

Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of arts on culture.

• Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and/or 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.

• 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.

Uploading Assignments

All assignments must be uploaded in the required format. If submitting Google Doc or Outlook links, the version history must be turned on. It is your responsibility to make sure that you have submitted your assignment as directed in the instructions. If I cannot open your assignment, I will not grade it.  

Additionally, if you have difficulty uploading your assignment due to Blackboard or other technical issues, you should email me a copy of the assignment immediately – not the next day. It will be considered late if I do not have an email copy of the assignment by the due date. You should then contact Blackboard technical support to address the problem and work to get the assignment uploaded into Blackboard. 

When you submit an assignment, Blackboard sends you a confirmation email with an individual submission number. Please make sure that you receive, and save, this confirmation. If there are issues regarding the submission of your assignment, I may ask to see the submission confirmation. 

Late Work 

I do not do exam make-ups. Instead, the student’s lowest exam grade will be duplicated. 

For every day that any part of the Research Paper (Proposal, Draft, Final Paper) is late, 10% will be subtracted from the paper. Up to 2 days late, then the assignment will receive a zero.

For every day a quiz or discussion is late, 10% will be subtracted from the grade. Up to 4 days late, then the assignment will receive a zero. 

The Final Exam cannot be taken late. 

Email

You are required to put the class and section number in the subject line of the email. I will respond promptly in 24-48 hrs. I am available during business hours Monday-Friday 9am-5pm. I do not respond to emails in the evening or the weekend.

Please use your lamarpa email to communicate with me as emails from Gmail, Yahoo, iCloud, etc. may end up in a clutter folder and I will not see it, and therefore, not respond. Include your first and last name and your course number and section.

Most questions can be answered by reading the class syllabus, assignment sheet, or other directions available to you in Blackboard. Students should always be aware of the tone and structure of their correspondence. 

RESPECTFUL BEHAVIOR AND CLASSROOM CIVILITY POLICY 

To foster a productive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment, all students are expected to demonstrate respectful behavior toward their peers, the instructor, and the learning process. Disruptive behaviors that impede the learning and civility of the class will not be tolerated.

Expectations for Classroom Behavior

• Arriving on Time: Please make every effort to arrive promptly. Late arrivals disrupt the flow of the class and the concentration of others.

• Staying in Class: If you anticipate needing to leave early, inform me in advance and sit near the door to minimize disruption.

• Engaging Fully: Participate in class activities with focus and commitment. Use laptops, tablets, and other devices only for class-related purposes.

• Using Technology Responsibly: Silence phones and refrain from texting, taking calls, or using devices for non-academic purposes during class.

• Respecting the Learning Space: Avoid behaviors such as whispering, chatting, or wearing headphones during class, as these can distract others.

• Waiting for Dismissal: Packing up before the end of class signals disengagement and distracts others. Please wait until class is dismissed.

Prohibited Behaviors

• Persistent chatting, talking, or whispering that interrupts the class or distracts others.

• Use of electronic devices for non-academic purposes.

• Wearing headphones or taking phone calls during class.

• Antagonistic behavior toward the instructor or other students.

• Behavior that undermines the instructor’s ability to teach or students’ ability to learn.

Consequences for Disruptive Behavior

• First Occurrence: A verbal warning will be issued, and the behavior will be documented.

• Second Occurrence: You may be asked to leave the class for the remainder of the session.

• Repeated Occurrences: Continued disruptive behavior may result in further disciplinary action in accordance with university policies, including removal from the course.

NOTETAKING IS REQUIRED

Taking notes during class is a vital skill that enhances your ability to learn, retain, and apply the material we cover. Effective note-taking is not just about writing down what you hear; it’s about actively engaging with the content, making connections, and preparing yourself for deeper understanding and future success.

Syllabus Change Policy

I reserve the right to adjust this syllabus, assignments, and due dates as needed.  Any changes will be announced in class and sent as an announcement through the Blackboard system. You should check your email daily for any announcements about the course

The instructor takes attendance promptly at the beginning of every lecture. Students should always plan to arrive to class on time. Late arrivals and early departures from class are disruptive to the instructor and to classmates. 

Students are expected to attend and participate in all lectures for this course. If a student is late or absent from class, they must inform the instructor via email (wilburmc@lamarpa.edu).  

Attendance counts for 5% of a student’s overall grade in this course. Failure to attend class may result in a student failing this course. If a student accumulates over 5/7 unexcused absences in this course, they will automatically fail the course. Any student with perfect attendance (no unexcused absences) will receive an automatic 5 point bonus added to their final exam.  

An absence is only considered excused if it is unavoidable (illness with a doctor’s note, bereavement, injury or accident en route to class).   

A planned appointment will not be excused by the instructor. Do not schedule appointments or meetings during this class meeting time. 

Students are expected to arrive on time for all classes. A student will lose half of their daily attendance credit for any late arrival or early departure exceeding 5 minutes. Two late arrivals or late departures will count as one full absence. A student who misses more than half a class period will be counted as absent and unexcused for that class period.