Spring 2022 Course Syllabus Course: ARTS-1301- Section: 5E Art Appreciation

Instructor Information
Instructor	Maurice Abelman
E-mail	abelmanm@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	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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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.