Golden West College

ART-G100 Introduction To Art

CRN: 10571
3 Units CSU & UC Transferrable
SUMMER 2021
Online: June 14th – July 24th

Instructor: Amy Runyen

E-mail: [email protected]

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COURSE DESCRIPTION:
“I found that I could say things with colors and shapes that I couldn’t say in any other way-
things I had no words for”. –Georgia O’Keeffe
This is a fun course that covers a wide range of art topics. It is an introductory course for both the general
interest and art major student. It will survey the nature and role of the visual arts in society through the study of art
theory, art practices, media and an overview of art history. Field trips are required. From the GWC course
description.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
The Student Will:
A. Distinguish and define the role of the art elements and principles of design.
B. Identify the major art movements throughout history and the diverse cultural, economic, and scientific
forces that affected these movements.
C. Define the function of aesthetics in evaluating a work of art.
D. Define and compare the art forms and media of the visual arts.
E. Write a research paper investigating a work of art seen in person from a local museum.

The student will demonstrate through required writings, tests, and verbal communication the ability to analyze a work
of art, explain the history, influences and development of the visual arts, and apply the principles of art and design
elements in the making of a work of art. From the GWC course description.

Additionally, I want to help you foster your own, individual visual awareness and tastes. You should not only know a
little bit more about art history, like names, dates and context, but why you do or do not like a particular work of art
and how to properly articulate your thoughts. Think for yourself!

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:

1. Identify the major art movements throughout history and the diverse cultural, economic, and scientific forces that
affected these movements when comparing art forms and media of the visual arts
2. Identify a major artist and/or art movement and the function of aesthetics in evaluating a work of art.
3. Identify and choose appropriate vocabulary for Art History and Art Production.

NOTE: Some topics covered in this course are of a sensitive nature. There will be some images of nudity, discussions of
sexuality, violence, race and ethnicity. All topics will be discussed candidly and with respect.

INSTRUCTOR/STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY:
First and foremost, I am here to help you have a positive and productive learning experience! If you ever have
any problems or questions regarding the class, please speak to me about them. Do not let it slide, the squeaky wheel
get the grease! Please contact me regarding any personal issues that pertain to your participation in this class,
questions on subject material, or grading.
To ensure students a positive learning experience, both students and the instructor will create a professional
work environment for productive learning. The instructor will organize the course studies, present the information, and
conduct group discussions. The instructor will also check the class attendance, and record the development of
student homework assignments and grade and record quizzes/exams.

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 Students are expected to log in each week and maintain a good attendance record, which will influence the
final evaluation. Students are expected to keep up with weekly reading assignments from the book. Group
discussions will be organized to review the comprehension of topics, and students are expected to take an active
part in these activities.

STATEMENT OF ACCOMODATIONS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITES:

Any student requiring accommodation of a disability, please notify the instructor at the beginning of the semester. It
is your responsibility. If you need further assistance, please contact the Disabled Students Programs and Services
(DSPS) department for help: (714) 895-8721

Physical and Mental Health Services: Current GWC students may receive free or very low-cost physical and mental
health care at the Student Health Center, which is located in the Nursing and Health Services building. Please check
the Student Health Center website, http://www.goldenwestcollege.edu/student-health-center, or call for an
appointment or more information: 714-895-8379.
Food Security: GWC also makes an effort to provide food, toiletries, and other necessities for current GWC students
who are in need. Check the GWC Student Equity website, www.goldenwestcollege.edu/student-equity, for on-
campus food pantry locations and hours of operation. For additional information, please contact Jill Kiefer,
Administrative Assistant to the Vice President of Student Services, at 714-892-7711 ext. 55305 or in her office in the
Answer Center.

Content Use Policy: The Power Point slide shows are the property of the instructor and the college. Students may
download the content for viewing within the context and duration of the class. Students may not share Power Point
lectures with non-students or save them in perpetuity. Quiz questions and answers are also the property of the
instructor and the college and may not be recorded or shared.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
• Attendance – you are required to log in and complete the assignments, read and participate in
discussions each week, failure to do so may result in being dropped from the course. There are no “in-
person” requirements for this course. Besides the art museum visit, it is 100% online.
o Failure to log in for more than 7 days in a row may result in being dropped from the course.
However, it is the student’s responsibility to drop themselves from the course once they know
that they are no longer going to continue participation.
• Written Assignment: To fulfill the major writing assignment, you must visit a local (OC or LA) ART museum
in person to complete the artwork analysis assignment. If you are not local, please email the instructor
to coordinate the best art museum option for where you are located. Please note: you must visit a
museum that is specific to visual art, not natural history, not surfing, not automotive, etc… In light of
COVID-19, you will have the option to take a virtual tour of a museum and choosing an artwork from
there.

GRADING/FINAL EVALUATION:
A student’s current grade status is available to them at any time during the semester upon request, however,
online each student should be able to see their cumulative grade at any time. The final evaluation will be based on
cumulated total of test and quiz scores, discussion question responses, and the written assignment grade.

GRADING CRITERIA:
Grades on quizzes and tests are evaluated on a point scale as noted on the test/quiz itself. Written assignments will
be graded primarily on the merit of the content but also on the grammar, spelling and proper document structure.
Research papers must heed historical data yet provide thoughtful insight on the part of the student. Sources must
always be cited in the MLA (Modern Language Association) style.

GRADING STRUCTURE:
• Quiz #1 – 30 points
• Quiz #2 – 30 points
• Quiz #3 – 35 points
• Final Exam– 75 points (All quizzes and final exam are multiple choice.)
• Discussion Question Responses- 10 points per chapter (chapter 22/23 and 24/25 are combined as one)
• Written Assingment: Artwork Analysis- 100 points (Includes proof of a a visit to an art museum)
• Extra Credit- Opportunities noted on schedule.
• Practive Quiz- Worth 0 points. This is a brief quiz meant to get you used to using zRespondus.

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ACADEMIC HONESTY: Plagiarism and academic dishonesty are strictly prohibited and may result in disciplinary
probation and/or suspension from the college. Please see the Academic Honesty Policy on the GWC website:
http://www.goldenwestcollege.edu/admissions/honesty.html Students must cite all sources in the MLA style. It is the
student’s responsibility to educate themselves on this method.

RESPONDUS: LockDown Browser + Webcam Requirement

This course requires the use of LockDown Browser and a webcam for online exams. The webcam can be the type
that's built into your computer or one that plugs in with a USB cable. Download and install LockDown Browser, links
provided in Canvas course. Please see tutorials and information regarding this within the course itself.

• Quizzes are open handwritten notes! So, you may take notes handwritten notes while you read the book and
PDF lectures and use them for the three quizzes, but NOT for the final.

TURNITIN: This course uses the Turnitin app for written assignments. It is an authenticity checker.

MAKE UP ASSIGNMENTS/QUIZZES: Assignments are due on the date assigned, NO LATE ASSIGNMENTS ARE ACCEPTED.
All quizzes will become available on a Monday and all students will have until the following Friday to complete the
quiz- 5 whole days. There is a time limit for each quiz. They must be begun and completed in within the same sitting.
Because there is a large window of opportunity to begin and complete a quiz, excuses will not be accepted for
missing a quiz outside of very serious circumstances. If you miss a quiz or a discussion question response, be sure to
complete extra credit assignments to re-coup the points.

WITHDRAWAL POLICY: Application for withdrawal from a class must be officially filed by the student at the Admissions
and Records Office whether the student has ever attended the class or not. Otherwise, the student will receive a
grade of "W" (unauthorized incomplete) or “F” in the course.

IMPORTANT DATES, SUMMER 2021:

• June16th- Last day to drop WITH a refund
• June 20th - Last day to drop and WITHOUT a “W”
• June 20h - Last day to ADD a class
• July 14th- Last day to drop WITH a “W”

Please aquaint yourself with all of the assignment due dates for this class! There are a few throughout the week, it
is your responsibility to to be aware of them.

Required Materials:
1) Access to a computer with a reliable Internet connection to log on to the course each week. Please note, reliable
internet access on a computer is required. No exceptions will be made for students who do not have, or lose
temporary access to a computer with the internet. The LRC (Learning Resources Center AKA- Library) has computers
students can use, as do public libraries.
2) Webcam for Respondus test monitoring.
3) Transportation to museum/gallery, and the cost of admission to a museum to complete the art work analysis
written assignment. In light of COVID-19, you will have the option to take a virtual tour of a museum and choosing an
artwork from there.
4) Textbook/eBook
5) Student ID with photo to prove your identity. You can also use your driverse license.

Required Text: Preble’s Artforms, 12th Edition, Patrick Frank ISBN 9780134791364, 0134791363
Purchase online, campus bookstore- new or used. Now there is an online access card for the book. The publisher has
stopped publishing hardcopies of this text. You are welcome to use the online version of the text or purchase a
hardcopy from another location. Our bookstore will only be carrying the access card.

If you find the 11th Edition, you may use that text also. Either one will be fine.

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ART 100 General Class Schedule:
NOTE: Instructor retains the right to change the schedule at any given notice.
Important Dates All assignments are due by 11:59pm each night of the due date.

Week 1 Read Chapters 1, 2 and 5

6/14 - 6/18 Study PowerPoint for Chapters 1, 2, and 5
DUE: Complete Discussions for Chapters: 1- 06/16, 2-06/17, and 5- 06/18
Take Guidelines for Success “Quiz” by 6/16
Take Practice Quiz by 06/17- Take Quiz #1 by 06/18

Week 2 Read Chapters 3, 4, 15 and 16

6/21 - 6/25 Study PowerPoint for Chapters 3, 4, 15 and 16
DUE: Complete Discussions for Chapters: 3- 06/23, 4- 06/24, 15 and 16- both 06/25
Take Quiz #2
Extra Credit #1 is Due

Week 3 Read Chapter 17 and 18

06/28 – 7/02 Study PowerPoint for Chapters 17 and 18
DUE: Complete Discussions for Chapters: 17-07/01 and 18- No discussion due
Written Assignment: Artwork Analysis is Due by 11:59 PM Fri July 2nd

Week 4 Read Chapters 19 and 20

7/05 - 7/09 Study PowerPoint for Chapters 19 and 20
DUE: Complete Discussions for Chapters: 19- 07/07 and 20- 07/08
Take Quiz #3

Week 5 Read Chapters 21, 22 and 23

7/12 - 7/16 Study PowerPoint for Chapters 21, 22, and 23
DUE: Complete Discussions for Chapters: 21- 07/15 and 22 & 23 (Combined)-
07/16
Extra Credit #2 is Due

Week 6 Read Chapters 24 and 25

7/19 - 7/23 Study PowerPoint for Chapters 24 and 25
DUE: Complete Discussions for Chapters: 24 & 25 (Combined)- 07/20

Complete FINAL by 11:59 PM Friday July 23th