Spring 2022 Course Syllabus
Course: ARTS-1301- Section: 5E
Art Appreciation
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Instructor Information
Instructor Maurice Abelman
E-mailabelmanm@lamarpa.edu
Phone(409) 984-6389
Office
Location:Student Center - Room: 413
Hours:OFFICE HOURS : MWF: 9am-11am (PAC Room 124) TR: 9:30am-11am (PAC 124) 3:30pm-4pm (MMED 149)
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 general introduction to the visual arts designed to create an appreciation of the vocabulary, media, techniques, and purposes of the creative process. Students will critically interpret and evaluate works of art (painting, sculpture, architecture) within formal, cultural, and historical contexts.
Prerequisites None
Learning Outcomes • 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.
Core Objectives 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.
Social Responsibility: Students will demonstrate inter-cultural competency and
civic knowledge by engaging effectively in local, regional, national and/or global
communities.
Teamwork: Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others to
support a shared purpose or goal and consider different points of view.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
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.

Text (required)
Living With Art, 12th Edition
Mark Getlein
ISBN-13: 978-1259916755
Materials and Items Needed
Computer Access
Sketch Book
Drawing materials
Colored Markers or Pencils
Word Processor App.
Internet Connection
Camera
Lecture Topics
Outline
Lecture Schedule
Week 1 - Course Intro , Syllabus, Starter Kit,
Chapter 1 Lecture.
Week 2 - Chapter 2 Lecture.
Week 3 - Chapter 3 Lecture.
Week 4 - Chapter 4 Lecture.
Week 5 - Chapter 5 Lecture.
Week 6 - Test 1, Major Essay Assignment
Week 7 - Chapter 6 Lecture.
Week 8 - Chapter 7 Lecture.
Week 9 - Spring Break
Week 10 - Chapter 8 Lecture.
Week 11 - Chapter 9 Lecture.
Week 12 - Chapter 10 Lecture.
Week 13 - Test 2. Major Essay Due
Week 14 - Chapter 11 Lecture.
Week 15 - Chapter 12 Lecture.
Week 16 - Chapter 13 Lecture.
Week 17- Final Test
Major Assignments
Schedule

Major Assignments
Week 1 - . Chapter 1 reading. Chapter Quiz Questions.
Chapter Assignment.
Week 2 - Chapter 2 reading. Chapter Quiz Questions.
Chapter Assignment.
Week 3 - Chapter 3 reading. Chapter Quiz Questions.
Chapter Assignment.
Week 4 - Chapter 4 reading. Chapter Quiz Questions.
Chapter Assignment.
Week 5 - Chapter 5 reading. Chapter Quiz Questions.
Chapter Assignment.
Week 6 - Test 1, Major Essay Assignment
Week 7 - Chapter 6 reading. Chapter Quiz Questions.
Chapter Assignment.
Week 8 - Chapter 7 reading. Chapter Quiz Questions.
Chapter Assignment.
Week 9 - Spring Break
Week 10 - Chapter 8 reading. Chapter Quiz Questions.
Chapter Assignment.
Week 11 - Chapter 9 reading. Chapter Quiz Questions.
Chapter Assignment.
Week 12 - Chapter 10 reading. Chapter Quiz Questions.
Chapter Assignment.
Week 13 - Test 2. Major Essay Due
Week 14 - Chapter 11 reading. Chapter Quiz Questions.
Chapter Assignment.
Final Exam Date May 12, 2022 - 8:10 AM   Through  May 12, 2022 - 9:25 AM
Grading Scale Grade Breakdown
Passing grades: 100-90= A 89-80=B 79-70=C
Failing Grades: 69-60= D 59 – Below= F
Determination of
Final Grade
Determination of Final Grade
Tests 40% - There will be three major tests this semester
totaling 40% of the final grade. Each test will cover
allotted chapters from your text book. All content from
each test will be taken from your textbook and any
videos or lectures connected to each chapter. Each test
will be a 30-50 question multiple choice test. Roughly
ten questions per chapter.
Test 1 - Ch. 1-5
Test 2- Ch. 6-10
Test 3- Ch. 11-13
20% Chapter Quizzes Each chapter that will be
assigned to every student will have online quiz questions
that will be required to be completed after every chapter.
These will accompany the reading assignments for each
chapter and be issued on Blackboard.
30% Chapter Assignments- Each chapter will have an
assignment that is specially designed to implement the
content discussed in each chapter. These assignments
must be uploaded to the assignment link on Blackboard
to get credit for your grade.
10% - Major Essay - The major essay for this class will
cover a major artist and will have a group participation
aspect to it.
Course Policies
Instructor Policies Expectations
To do well in this course, plan on a minimum of at least
5-6 hours of work per week that will be dedicated to
reading, writing, and chapter assignments for each
chapter. The information you gather will be used in
preparation for the major tests. Unless otherwise
directed, I will assign a average of 1 chapter per week
to study. There is a lot of course material to cover in this
class so please don’t fall behind. It will be hard to make
up course material if you do so.

Late Work
Every assignment, essay, quiz, and test in this class
will have a due date assigned on Blackboard. For
everyday beyond the due date of the assignment,
points will be deducted from your grade for that
student work.
10 points will be deducted for every week that
the student work is late. Students will be held
accountable for their class work.

Class Etiquette and Mindfulness
This is a college learning environment. Be
conscious of your behavior in class and how it
could effect your education and the education
of the students around you. If you do anything to
disrupt class or the pace on my lectures you will
be warned. If you continue to disrupt class you
will be asked to leave and won’t be allowed to
return unless you apologize to me and the class for
causing a scene.
If class time is given to complete an assignment,
use that time to complete your work. If you refuse
to do the class assignment during class, points
will be deducted from the final grade of that
assignment.
Do not bring any food to eat during class. Do not
use your cell phones unless instructed to do so. No
selfies, texting, or phone calls during class. Please
do not have side conversations during lecture. Ask
for permission to use the restroom.
Class News and Updates
If there are any updates for class I will contact you
via email (through the campus email with reminders,
changes or any other pertinent information. Please
check your email at once per day to make sure there
are any important updates. It is your responsibility to
manage your mailbox so that lines of communication are
open and available.
Attendance Policy Attendance
Roll will be taken at the beginning of class. You
must attend class every assigned class day
according to LSCPA and High School policy. If
you miss a day, you will be responsible and held
accountable for any content that you missed in
class.
You must be on time each day for class. You will be
marked tardy if you show up late for class. You will
be marked tardy if you are 5 min late. Beyond 10
minutes late, you will be marked absent
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
  1. No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom.

  2. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission.

  3. 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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Other Disclaimer
This syllabus is subject to change at any time during the semester. You will be
notified of any changes or will be issued a new syllabus
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.