This course is delivered in an on-campus, face-to-face format, meaning that we meet twice per week in person at the Highland campus. There is additional work to be completed online via the Blackboard course system each week.

Students are expected to log into the class portal on Blackboard at least two out of seven days per week to stay up to date with course communications. All communication must take place via ACCmail to ensure privacy of student records. Please do not email me from a non-ACC email address.

The class consists of a variety of online and in-person instructional methods and assessments and may include reading the textbook, viewing videos and/or required slide presentations via a Vid Grid web link, Blackboard or Padlet discussion board threads, quizzes/tests taken in person in the classroom, assignments and papers turned in via Blackboard and SafeAssign, and student presentations and assignments via Padlet and Blackboard tools.

The following elements are required for the course:

1. Notes: For each chapter, students are expected to take notes over the course content found in the textbook, in-class presentations, and PowerPoint videos. Notes should at minimum consist of defining posted essential vocabulary terms, but can also include any material deemed by the student to be beneficial to their understanding of the course content. Notes (two handwritten pages) can be used while taking the tests, but are not submitted for a grade.

2. Assignments: Assignments may take place during class or they may be assigned outside of class through Blackboard. The assignment may consist of group work, discussions, in-class assignments, watching and responding to videos, visual analysis writing exercises, etc., or they may consist of a grade for satisfactorily attending class and participating in note-taking and discussions. In-class assignments are not announced in advance.

If students are unable to attend class due to illness or other reason, students may be allowed to make up daily grades by satisfactorily completing alternate assignments. Students must immediately contact the instructor to gain approval and make arrangements. Alternate daily grade assignments must be turned in within two weeks of the missed class.

3. Public Posts: Students may be asked to make occasional public posts of course assignments and discussion topics using Blackboard tools and/or the Padlet app.

4. Tests: There are multiple-choice tests based on the content presented in the textbook and classroom content. Tests are administered in the classroom and students will need a scantron form and a pencil to take the test. Students have a time limit for taking the test and students are encouraged to use their notes as resources during their tests (two standard handwritten pages of notes, front and back, are allowed for each test).

7. Visual Analysis Paper: Students are required to complete a visual analysis paper, where they independently describe and analyze a work of art. This paper will be partially completed during class and attendance is mandatory to complete the paper. Students must carefully read the paper guidelines and the prepared resources provided in Blackboard.

Your final average will be based upon the following calculation:

30%     Assignments (two lowest grades are dropped)

50%     Tests

20%     Paper/Project

A =       90%-100%

B =       80%-89.99%

C =       70%-79.99%

D =       60%-69.99%   

F =       Below 59.99%

Assignments, and Tests will be graded within two weeks of submission. Papers may take up to three weeks to grade.

Standards for Learning Framework

The following descriptions provide guidance on the standards of performance for grades earned:

“A” level work

Responds fully and accurately to the requirements of the assignment; demonstrates excellence in thinking, creativity and performance throughout; is clear, thorough, and well-organized with ample supporting examples and details; is well-presented with very few, if any, errors of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and format.

“B” level work

Responds well to the requirements of the assignment; demonstrates sound thinking and competent performance throughout; is clear, fairly thorough, and well organized with sufficient supporting examples and details; is presented with few errors of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and format.

“C” level work

Responds to most of the requirements of the assignment; demonstrates mixed levels of thinking and only adequate performance throughout; is occasionally clear, lacks thoroughness, and has some organization with few supporting examples or details; is presented with several errors of grammar, spelling, punctuation, or format.

“D” level work

Responds to few of the requirements of the assignment; demonstrates poor levels of thinking and inadequate performance throughout; is unclear or incomplete, and is poorly organized with little or no supporting examples or details; is poorly presented and includes several major errors of grammar, spelling, punctuation, or format.

“F” level work

Fails to respond to the requirements of the assignment; does not demonstrate evidence of thinking or concern for performance; is thoroughly confusing, incomplete, and disorganized with significant flaws in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and format throughout.

It is my responsibility as the instructor to determine the grade based on these criteria, but by evaluating and revising your work according to these standards prior to handing it in, you can increase its quality and the level of your success in all of your courses.

Adapted from work by Richard Paul and Critical Thinking Consortium, Sonoma State University, CA.  

Classwork is designed to complement the textbook chapters and PowerPoint lectures and follow a chronological order. Therefore, late work interrupts the learning process and isn’t ideal for learning comprehension. I have developed reasonable late work policies to accommodate life events and common difficulties while also balancing academic requirements.

Late Work Policy for Assignments: There are two types of assignments: those that are done during class and those that are facilitated and submitted through Blackboard outside of class. Students may turn in Blackboard assignments late, with an automatic 20-point deduction, as long as the late work is submitted within two weeks of the original deadline. Assignments that were completed during class can only be turned in late with acceptable, approved documentation for the absence. Students may be given an alternate assignment to make-up for missed in-class assignments.

Late Work Policy for Papers: Papers are accepted late but are penalized by five points per day, including weekends. Papers turned in more than 20 days late cannot be graded.

Late Work Policy for Tests: Tests are scheduled in advance, and students are expected to be prepared for tests in advance. Make-up tests are not permitted under any circumstances. Late tests are not accepted under any circumstances. With acceptable documentation of an extreme, unforeseen emergency, approved by the instructor, a research paper may be assigned for a student needing to makeup their exam.

Please do not attempt to turn in a semester’s worth of papers, assignments, and journals during the last few weeks of the semester, as this will not be allowed.

• Please, do not come to class while sick. If you are experiencing any symptoms, such as fever, sore throat, headache, congestion, body aches, loss of smell or taste, or other symptoms associated with Covid-19, please email your instructor and stay at home. All class materials are posted online, there are alternate assignments available to replace daily grades, and alternate papers can be assigned for the legitimate missing of a test.
• On Friday, August 13, 2021, the ACC Board of Trustees unanimously approved a face mask mandate at ACC. Effective August 20, 2021, anyone who is 2 years of age or older will be required to wear a face mask in all ACC buildings. 
• Regular and timely class participation in discussions and completion of work is expected of all students.  If a student misses more than five days of class and assignments, and is not making satisfactory progress, they may be withdrawn from class. If attendance or compliance with other course policies is unsatisfactory, the instructor may withdraw students from the class.
• Attending class, as well as your completion of assignments, counts as attendance. Failure to attend class and complete assignments is considered an absence.

• Pay special attention to grades that are weighted more. Try not to get behind in class, and if you are having trouble completing your assignments/showing up for classes, please reach out to me earlier rather than later in the semester.

• I assume that all absences are for legitimate reasons and therefore I don’t distinguish between “excused” and “unexcused” absences. However, if you have extenuating circumstances, such as a COVID diagnosis, family or job difficulties, military service, etc., that will impact your attendance in class, please let me know as soon as possible! DO NOT COME TO CLASS WHILE SICK. EVERYTHING WILL BE POSTED ONLINE, SO THERE IS NO NEED TO COME TO CLASS IF YOU ARE NOT FEELING WELL.

• I recognize that—especially under current circumstances—life can be challenging and that work, family, and other obligations are difficult to balance with school. I empathize with this difficulty, want students to be successful, and I have designed the course to allow for a few absences and some late assignment submissions. However, even if you have legitimate reasons for having to miss class, missing lots of class will definitely negatively impact your grade.

• Withdrawals and Incompletes

  I will try to be flexible and understanding of your situation, but please keep in mind that it is my responsibility to create an equitable academic environment for all students.

It is the responsibility of each student to ensure that his or her name is removed from the rolls should they decide to withdraw from the class.  The instructor does, however, reserve the right to drop a student should they feel it is necessary.  If a student decides to withdraw, they should also verify that the withdrawal is recorded before the final withdrawal date.  The final withdrawal date for this semester is Thursday, November 16. The student is also strongly encouraged to keep any paperwork in case a problem arises.

The instructor will not support any requests for administrative withdrawals after the final withdrawal date, unless there are severe unforeseen circumstances that made it physically impossible for a student to withdraw from class before the standard deadline, such as documented hospitalization. Students are responsible for understanding the grading system and their standing in class prior to the final withdrawal date. Student requests for administrative withdrawals at the end of the semester due to an unsatisfactory grade will be respectfully declined. Students who are experiencing difficulties during the semester should contact their instructor or academic advisor as soon as possible.

Students are responsible for understanding the impact that withdrawal from a course may

have on their financial aid, veterans’ benefits, and international student status.  Per state

law, students enrolling for the first time in Fall 2007 or later at any public Texas college or

university may not withdraw (receive a “W”) from more than six courses during their

undergraduate college education. Some exemptions for good cause could allow a student

to withdraw from a course without having it count toward this limit. Students are strongly encouraged to meet with an advisor when making decisions about course selection,

course loads, and course withdrawals.

For important information concerning the difference between drops and withdrawals and the "Six-Withdrawals Limit," please visit the following link: http://www.austincc.edu/apply-and-register/registration-information/course-withdrawals

Incompletes: An incomplete (grade of "I") will only be given for extenuating circumstances.  What constitutes “extenuating circumstances” is left to the instructor’s discretion, but an “I” is intended for students who have completed a majority of their course work throughout the semester and only need to complete a small amount of work to complete the course; and students who are currently passing the course. An “I” is not intended to be given to a student who has not completed a majority of the course components or who has not regularly participated in the course throughout the semester.

If a grade of I is given, the remaining course work must be completed by a date set by the student and professor.  This date may not be later than two weeks prior to the end of the following semester.  A grade of I also requires completion and submission of the Incomplete Grade form, to be signed by the faculty member (and student if possible) and submitted to the department chair.

Students may request an Incomplete from their faculty member if they believe circumstances warrant.  The faculty member will determine whether the Incomplete is appropriate to award or not.  The following processes must be followed when awarding a student an I grade. 

1.      Prior to the end of the semester in which the “I” is to be awarded, the student must meet with the instructor to determine the assignments and exams that must be completed prior to the deadline date.  This meeting can occur virtually or in person.  The instructor should complete the Report of Incomplete Grade form.

2.      The faculty member will complete the form, including all requirements to complete the course and the due date, sign (by typing in name) and then email it to the student.  The student will then complete his/her section, sign (by typing in name), and return the completed form to the faculty member to complete the agreement.  A copy of the fully completed form can then be emailed by the faculty member to the student and the department chair for each grade of Incomplete that the faculty member submits at the end of the semester.   

3.      The student must complete all remaining work by the date specified on the form above.  This date is determined by the instructor in collaboration with the student, but it may not be later than the final withdrawal deadline in the subsequent long semester.  

4.      Students will retain access to the course Blackboard page through the subsequent semester in order to submit work and complete the course. Students will be able to log on to Blackboard and have access to the course section materials, assignments, and grades from the course and semester in which the Incomplete was awarded.  

5.      When the student completes the required work by the Incomplete deadline, the instructor will submit an electronic Grade Change Form to change the student’s performance grade from an “I” to the earned grade of A, B, C, D, or F. 

If an Incomplete is not resolved by the deadline, the grade automatically converts to an “F.” 

Approval to carry an Incomplete for longer than the following semester or session deadline is not frequently granted.

Students are expected to behave in a manner that supports the learning environment and to treat the instructor and other students, as well as intellectual property, with respect. Disruptive behaviors are those that negatively affect the learning environment and include, but are not limited to:

• Disregarding ACC campus rules, policies, or procedures
• Personal use of classroom content, including assignments, PowerPoints, audio, etc.
• Showing disrespect to classmates, instructor, or classroom 
• Academic dishonesty/Academic integrity**

• Powerpoint presentations, as well as other instructor materials, are the property of the instructor and are protected by copyright. Class materials are intended for your personal use only and cannot be distributed in any way without the express written consent of the instructor. To ensure compliance with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), student recording of class lectures or other activities is generally prohibited without the explicit written permission of the instructor and notification of other students enrolled in the class section.  Exceptions are made for approved accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Any other reproduction of class lectures or materials are for the use of an individual student and cannot be posted to any public forum or note sharing site, including but not limited to: Facebook, Quizlet, BlackBoard, Instagram, Snapchat, YouTube, Twitter, Stuvia, etc., etc.

• It is my responsibility to create a safe, respectful, welcoming environment for all students, regardless of ethnicity, race, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, and/or physical ability. Please be respectful to other students. ACC is fortunate to have a diverse student body, and there will be many different perspectives in this class.
   
• Austin Community College values academic integrity in the educational process. Everything that a student turns in for class must be the student’s own work.

• Acts of academic dishonesty/misconduct undermine the learning process, present a disadvantage to students who earn credit honestly, and subvert the academic mission of the institution. The potential consequences of fraudulent credentials raise additional concerns for individuals and communities beyond campus who rely on institutions of higher learning to certify students' academic achievements, and expect to benefit from the claimed knowledge and skills of their graduates. Students must follow all instructions given by faculty or designated college representatives when taking examinations, placement assessments, tests, quizzes, and evaluations.  Actions constituting scholastic dishonesty include, but are not limited to, plagiarism, cheating, fabrication, collusion, falsifying documents, turning in another person’s work, using Artificial Intelligence to create any work, or the inappropriate use of the college’s information technology resources.

**Academic honesty is of utmost importance in any learning environment.

Further information is available at https://www.austincc.edu/students/students-rights-and-responsibilities/academic-integrity-process

The textbook is required. Students should acquire the edition of the textbook that works for them by renting or purchasing hard copies, or by renting or purchasing electronic versions. They are available to rent on Amazon for $15-50. And they are great books

Fred S. Kleiner, Gardner’s Art Through the Ages, A Global History, Volume I.  14th, 15th, OR 16th editions.

Students are required to read one textbook chapter per week, for a total of sixteen chapters read throughout the semester. 

SEMESTER SCHEDULE

Please note that schedule changes may occur during the semester.  Any changes will be announced and posted as a Blackboard Announcement. Please

check Blackboard Announcements regularly, and make sure you receive class emails through your austincc.edu email account.

UNIT ONE

Chapter 0: Introduction to Art History
Chapter 1: Art in the Stone Age
Chapter 2: Mesopotamia and Persia
Chapter 3: Egypt from Narmer to Cleopatra
Chapter 4: The Prehistoric Aegean
 

UNIT TWO

Chapter 5: Ancient Greece
Chapter 6: The Etruscans
Chapter 7: The Roman Empire
Chapter 8: Late Antiquity
 

UNIT THREE

Chapter 10: The Islamic World
Chapter 11: Early Medieval Europe
Chapter 12: Romanesque Europe
Chapter 13: Gothic Europe
 

UNIT FOUR
Chapter 15: South and Southeast Asia
Chapter 16: China and Korea
Chapter 17: Japan
Chapter 18: Native American Art before 1300
Chapter 19: Africa before 1800
 

A chronological analysis of the historical and cultural contexts of the visual arts from prehistoric times to the 14th century. This class fulfills the Creative Arts requirement of the Core Curriculum outline.

Academic Prerequisites:  There are no formal curriculum prerequisites, however, students will need strong, college-level reading, writing and study skills to succeed in this course. Students are expected to read approximately 450 pages of textbook and may be obliged to read outside articles and write essays.  Students are expected to observe standard English grammar and rules in writing assignments.

Course Rationale: The purpose of Art History I is to introduce students to the development of period styles from prehistoric times through the Middle Ages.  Students will acquire knowledge of important examples of art and architecture from different cultures of this period.

Common Course Learning Outcomes (Upon successful completion of the course, students will):

• Identify and describe works of art based on their chronology and style, using standard categories and terminology.
• Investigate major artistic developments and significant works of art from prehistoric times to the late Middle Ages.
• Analyze the relationship of art to history by placing works of art within cultural, historical and chronological contexts.
• Critically interpret and evaluate works of art

Discipline Specific Program Learning Outcomes (Upon successful completion of the course, students will):

• Write meaningful formal descriptions and critical analyses of art works.
• Explain how formal and compositional properties express and convey content.
• Recognize, comparatively analyze, and contextualize differences in artistic styles.
• Gain insight to diverse perspectives and relate art history to broader life experiences.

General Education Outcomes:

• Civic and Cultural Awareness - Analyzing and critiquing competing perspectives in a democratic society; comparing, contrasting, and interpreting differences and commonalities among peoples, ideas, aesthetic traditions, and cultural practices
• Critical Thinking - Gathering, analyzing, synthesizing, evaluating and applying information. 
• Personal Responsibility: Identifying and applying ethical principles and practices; demonstrating effective learning, creative thinking, and personal responsibility.
• Interpersonal Skills - Interacting collaboratively to achieve common goals
• Written, Oral and Visual Communication - Communicating effectively, adapting to purpose, structure, audience, and medium.
• Technology Skills: Using appropriate technology to retrieve, manage, analyze, and present information.