Faculty

HUMA-1301 Humanities: Prehistory to Renaissance

Kerri Pope

Credit Spring 2024

Section(s)

HUMA-1301-033 (76196)
LEC DIL ONL DIL

Course Requirements

Course Description

A study of representative samples of literature, art, and music of various periods and cultures from Prehistory through the Renaissance. The study of the interrelationships of the arts and how their philosophies emphasize an understanding of human nature and the values of human life.

There are no course prerequisites for Introduction to the Humanities I. A passing score or the equivalent on the reading portion of the TASP is required.

Instructional Methodology

The class will be structured around class discussions (both in-class and online via Blackboard), a collection of small cultural assignments, three quizzes, and a final project. I encourage independent thought and personal opinions but request all discussions and debates be conducted in a professional and courteous manner. Art appreciation is very subjective. The great thinkers of our time were all passionate about their views…but they also kept an open mind. I suggest you do the same.

Course Rationale

The study of the humanities from a comparative and interdisciplinary perspective affords the student the opportunity not only to acquire a deeper appreciation of particular works of art but also to gain a larger perspective on the work of art as an expression of the human spirit in a particular time and place.

There is a Course Calendar with WEEKLY DISCUSSIONS and ASSIGNMENTS.

Participation in online discussions and completion of assignments by the posted due date is imperative to success in this course.

Readings

Landmarks in Humanities, 5th Edition, by Gloria K. Fiero. McGraw-Hill, 2021.

Landmarks in Humanities eBook through Connect / McGraw-Hill, accessible through our course Blackboard site. During orientation for the course students will be setting up their accounts for access to eMaterials.

The course is a "First Day Access" or "Inclusive" course, so automatically with tuition, you should be set with your textbooks — the ebooks will be available to you through our course Blackboard site. Some more details are here: https://www.austincc.edu/academic-and-career- programs/first-day-classes.

If you choose to "opt out" of First Day Access and have questions about materials, please contact your professor.

Course Subjects

Module One:

Chapter 1:The First Civilizations

Chapter 2: The Greek Legacy

Chapter 3: Rome

Module Two:

Chapter 4: Revelation: The Flowering of World Religions

Chapter 5: The Rise of The West

Module Three:

Chapter 6: Europe in the Age of Faith

Chapter 7: Rebirth

Chapter 8: Reform and Rebirth

Student Learning Outcomes/Learning Objectives

Course Objectives/Outcomes

Demonstrate an appreciation of art in its different forms (visual, aural, etc.) throughout history.
Demonstrate a general knowledge of assigned time periods and their major artistic and cultural accomplishments.
Demonstrate an understanding of how context affects the text (form) and subtext (meaning) of human artistic creations.
Form a personal explanation of why (or whether) the study of Humanities is necessary for education and societal growth.

Departmental Course Student Learning Outcomes

After successful completion of a Humanities course a student should be able to:

Identify a variety of significant works of art from various times and places in human history.
Analyze works of art within their cultural context.
Evaluate the relationship between the arts and human values

Office Hours

T Th 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Round Rock Campus - Please Contact Prof. for Details.

NOTE Please contact Professor Pope at kpope@austincc.edu for details on scheduling office hours.

M W 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Virtual

NOTE Please reach out to schedule via Zoom, Google Meet, or other modalities.