HUM 111 World CulturesPart IHUM 111 World CulturesPart I

Professor Anthony D’AscoliProfessor Anthony D’Ascoli

Strayer UniversityStrayer University

HUM 111 World Cultures Part IHUM 111 World Cultures Part ISYLLABUS AND EXPECTATIONS SYLLABUS AND EXPECTATIONS

EMAIL : Anthony.Dascoli@strayer.eduEMAIL : Anthony.Dascoli@strayer.eduPlease place your name, class and time in the Please place your name, class and time in the subject line so the system does not place your subject line so the system does not place your email into spam/junk fileemail into spam/junk fileOFFICE HOURS: 4-6 PM day of class; other OFFICE HOURS: 4-6 PM day of class; other hours can be arranged via appointment.hours can be arranged via appointment.Syllabus and Important papers for class work Syllabus and Important papers for class work can all be found at can all be found at bb.strayer.edubb.strayer.edu in our course in our course shell.shell.www.dascolihum.comwww.dascolihum.com

HUM 111 World Cultures Part IHUM 111 World Cultures Part IREQUIRED TEXT: REQUIRED TEXT: Cunningham, L., & Reich, J. (2010). Culture and values: A survey of the humanities, Vol. I, with readings (7th ed.). Boston: Wadsworth/Cengage; and accompanying CDnd accompanying CDREQUIRED SUPPLEMENTAL TEXT: Pinto, Sayra. REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTAL TEXT: Pinto, Sayra. (2012). (2012). Vatolandia. Vatolandia. http://www.foothillspublishing.com/2012/id49.htm CREDITS: 4.5 Credit HoursCREDITS: 4.5 Credit HoursTIMES: 6-10 PM day of classTIMES: 6-10 PM day of classCOURSE DESCRIPTION: COURSE DESCRIPTION: Studies civilizations and cultures such as ancient Egypt, Crete, Greece, and Rome which have given root to Western culture. Analyzes the artistic, intellectual, religious, political, and socioeconomic aspects of each culture and traces their development in World Cultures Part I.

Learning OutcomesLearning OutcomesRecognize various qualities of visual art and literature to enhance our appreciation and understanding of works that have contributed to the development of Western culture.

Identify and describe key developments, styles, people, and works in sculpture, painting, architecture, and other visual arts within the major cultures and religions of ancient and medieval history.

Describe the early developments and beliefs of the major religions of the world.

Identify and describe key ancient developments in political practices, social organization, philosophy, science, and technology that have influenced Western culture.

Identify and describe key literary works, literary styles, thinkers, and writers, and recognize literary borrowings and repeated themes & motifs from Gilgamesh and the Bible through Dante’s Divine Comedy.

Discuss works of literature, drama, art, architecture, and music in the context of their styles and their historical periods and cultures, while distinguishing the styles from each other and using terminology appropriate for each field.

Cite examples of significant contributions of women, non-European cultures, and lesser-known groups to Western and global culture from pre-history to the 1300s CE.

Describe the relationship between individual artistic expressions and the cultural, social, political, and historical forces which give rise to these expressions.

Examine how key contributions in literature, philosophy, religion, science, politics, and art have contributed to historical changes from ancient times to the late Middle Ages.

Develop a global perspective through an appreciation of the historical, cultural, political, and economic forces that affect individual countries, regions, and the global community.

Evaluate and appreciate the diversity of opinions and perspectives about religions, philosophies, social and political systems, all kinds of art, literature, and drama, and creatively write and exchange ideas on developments in these fields.

Utilize critical thinking skills to evaluate sources and write effectively on ancient and medieval cultural developments, and cite sources in proper APA form.

HUM 111 World Cultures Part IHUM 111 World Cultures Part ICOURSE REQUIREMENTS: (What you need to do to COURSE REQUIREMENTS: (What you need to do to succeed)succeed)Attendance: Crucial part of your grade and performance Attendance: Crucial part of your grade and performance in this classin this classClass discussions and lectures will contain over 80% of Class discussions and lectures will contain over 80% of what will be covered on tests, quizzes, etc.what will be covered on tests, quizzes, etc.Discussion = ParticipationDiscussion = ParticipationAttendance will effect your participation gradeAttendance will effect your participation grade1 absence is free1 absence is freeAdditional absences will affect your grade downwardsAdditional absences will affect your grade downwardsIndividual emergencies, etc, will be determined on a 1 to Individual emergencies, etc, will be determined on a 1 to 1 basis (plan on bringing proof)1 basis (plan on bringing proof)

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COURSE REQUIREMENTS (CONT):COURSE REQUIREMENTS (CONT):Tardies: Habitual lateness (3 or more) will also effect Tardies: Habitual lateness (3 or more) will also effect your participation grade negatively.your participation grade negatively.Again, individual emergencies, pre-arranged Again, individual emergencies, pre-arranged appointments, etc. will be determined on a 1 to 1 basis. appointments, etc. will be determined on a 1 to 1 basis. If lateness becomes an issue with several students I will If lateness becomes an issue with several students I will change this policy to one of zero tolerance and will not change this policy to one of zero tolerance and will not allow students to enter late at all and therefore miss an allow students to enter late at all and therefore miss an entire class sessionentire class session

HUM 111 World CulturesPart IHUM 111 World CulturesPart IASSIGNMENTS:ASSIGNMENTS:

It is expected that you will complete any and all reading It is expected that you will complete any and all reading assignments prior their discussion in class.assignments prior their discussion in class.Questions on the readings and during discussions are Questions on the readings and during discussions are encouraged, there is no such thing as a stupid questionencouraged, there is no such thing as a stupid questionExams: There will be a midterm on the ½ way point Exams: There will be a midterm on the ½ way point (Week 5) and a final on the last week (Week 11). The (Week 5) and a final on the last week (Week 11). The midterm and most of the final will be on material covered midterm and most of the final will be on material covered in class, yet another reason not to miss.in class, yet another reason not to miss.Discussion Board: There is a weekly discussion board Discussion Board: There is a weekly discussion board that can be done online from your home, although we that can be done online from your home, although we can continue to discuss it in class. You must post a can continue to discuss it in class. You must post a minimum of 3x per week. 1 Post as your original minimum of 3x per week. 1 Post as your original response to the question(s) given that week and 2 response to the question(s) given that week and 2 additional responses to your fellow classmates in order additional responses to your fellow classmates in order to get full credit.to get full credit.

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PAPERS: There will be 3 writing PAPERS: There will be 3 writing assignments that will be assigned early in assignments that will be assigned early in the course so that you can begin on them the course so that you can begin on them sooner rather than later. sooner rather than later. Paper 1: Due week 4 – Essay PaperPaper 1: Due week 4 – Essay PaperPaper 2: Due Week 8 – Project PaperPaper 2: Due Week 8 – Project PaperPaper 3: Due Week 10 – Performance Paper 3: Due Week 10 – Performance PaperPaperDrops an entire grade each week its late Drops an entire grade each week its late

Paper 1 EssayPaper 1 EssayTopic Choices:Topic Choices:

There have been many theories regarding how the pyramids at Giza were constructed. Most experts agree that they There have been many theories regarding how the pyramids at Giza were constructed. Most experts agree that they were constructed as burial monuments for pharaohs, but “how” these ancient people constructed monuments of such were constructed as burial monuments for pharaohs, but “how” these ancient people constructed monuments of such great size without modern machinery is a mystery which is still being debated. great size without modern machinery is a mystery which is still being debated. 

No one can say for certain what happened to the Mayan people, but theories abound and include varied possible No one can say for certain what happened to the Mayan people, but theories abound and include varied possible alternatives to explain the abrupt and mysterious disappearance of the Mayan civilization.alternatives to explain the abrupt and mysterious disappearance of the Mayan civilization.

It is believed that Queen Hatshepsut dressed as a man to gain support of the Egyptians. After her death, her successor It is believed that Queen Hatshepsut dressed as a man to gain support of the Egyptians. After her death, her successor removed as many remnants of her rule as possible. Although a pharaoh, her mummified remains and tomb have never removed as many remnants of her rule as possible. Although a pharaoh, her mummified remains and tomb have never been conclusively found.been conclusively found.

Tutankhamen died young, at around 18 years of age. However, his cause of death has not been confirmed. Did he die Tutankhamen died young, at around 18 years of age. However, his cause of death has not been confirmed. Did he die of an injury, of illness, or was he murdered?of an injury, of illness, or was he murdered?

Considered the “Mummy’s Curse,” a series of unexplainable, unfortunate, or tragic events that happened to the people Considered the “Mummy’s Curse,” a series of unexplainable, unfortunate, or tragic events that happened to the people who were present at the opening of Tutankhamen’s tomb. who were present at the opening of Tutankhamen’s tomb. 

The monumental size and complexity of the Tomb of Shihuangdi is astounding. It is believed that the workers were The monumental size and complexity of the Tomb of Shihuangdi is astounding. It is believed that the workers were forced to remain inside the tomb when it was walled shut so they would not reveal the secrets of its construction. What forced to remain inside the tomb when it was walled shut so they would not reveal the secrets of its construction. What was the emperor’s purpose for such an elaborate burial place?was the emperor’s purpose for such an elaborate burial place?

Other topic choice recommended and approved by the professor and supported by the grading rubricOther topic choice recommended and approved by the professor and supported by the grading rubric

Write a 3-4 paragraph paper in which you:Write a 3-4 paragraph paper in which you:

Clearly state the “mystery” and provide a brief summary of at least two (2) theories which could explain the mystery. Clearly state the “mystery” and provide a brief summary of at least two (2) theories which could explain the mystery. Because some theories may sound far-fetched, include the source or promoter of each theory – such as a scientist, a Because some theories may sound far-fetched, include the source or promoter of each theory – such as a scientist, a historian, a theologian, etc.historian, a theologian, etc.

Identify one (1) of the theories and provide at least two (2) convincing reasons why the theory you have chosen is the Identify one (1) of the theories and provide at least two (2) convincing reasons why the theory you have chosen is the best one to explain the mystery.best one to explain the mystery.

Use at least two (2) sources besides the textbook.Use at least two (2) sources besides the textbook.

Paper 2 – Project PaperPaper 2 – Project PaperTopic choices (pick 1):Topic choices (pick 1):

Self-Portraits.Self-Portraits. Journal.Journal. The Renaissance artists Titian, Rembrandt, and Durer have each painted self-portraits. Imagine The Renaissance artists Titian, Rembrandt, and Durer have each painted self-portraits. Imagine yourself as one of these artists (or another artist of your choice that has painted a self-portrait) and write a journal yourself as one of these artists (or another artist of your choice that has painted a self-portrait) and write a journal expressing your thoughts on “your” art (in other words, the journal entries the artist would probably write.) (1) Explain expressing your thoughts on “your” art (in other words, the journal entries the artist would probably write.) (1) Explain “your” primary reason for painting a self-portrait. (2) Describe “your” artistic choices in composition: use of color, space, “your” primary reason for painting a self-portrait. (2) Describe “your” artistic choices in composition: use of color, space, etc. (3) Explain what the portrait represents about “you” (as the artist.) (4) Explain “your” choices of subject with regard to etc. (3) Explain what the portrait represents about “you” (as the artist.) (4) Explain “your” choices of subject with regard to at least three other specific pieces “you” have painted.at least three other specific pieces “you” have painted.

Ladies & Gentlemen.Ladies & Gentlemen. Survey & Report.Survey & Report. Some may believe that being “gentleman” or a “lady” in today’s society is an Some may believe that being “gentleman” or a “lady” in today’s society is an outdated notion, but others may disagree. (1) Briefly summarize the main characteristics of a well-rounded person, “l’u outdated notion, but others may disagree. (1) Briefly summarize the main characteristics of a well-rounded person, “l’u omo universal,” referring to specific sections within the excerpt from omo universal,” referring to specific sections within the excerpt from The CourtierThe Courtier which identifies these characteristics. (2) which identifies these characteristics. (2) Create a “survey” based on the identified characteristics and “ poll” at least ten people to find out whether or not the Create a “survey” based on the identified characteristics and “ poll” at least ten people to find out whether or not the characteristics are relevant for a “gentleman” or “lady” of today. (3) Tabulate and discuss the responses in terms of characteristics are relevant for a “gentleman” or “lady” of today. (3) Tabulate and discuss the responses in terms of gender, age, vocation, etc. of your survey participants, making note of any interesting or surprising results which show up gender, age, vocation, etc. of your survey participants, making note of any interesting or surprising results which show up in your poll answers. (4) Finally, explain whether or not you agree with the characteristics expressed by Castiglione in in your poll answers. (4) Finally, explain whether or not you agree with the characteristics expressed by Castiglione in The The CourtierCourtier..

BayeuxTapestryBayeuxTapestry Experience.Experience. LetterLetter. Imagine yourself as one of the figures in the battle depicted in the . Imagine yourself as one of the figures in the battle depicted in the Bayeux TapestryBayeux Tapestry; ; in a letter home, you describe your experience to your family. (1) Write a first-person account of this historical event from in a letter home, you describe your experience to your family. (1) Write a first-person account of this historical event from the perspective of one of the figures in tapestry. (2) Use your senses to describe your impression of the event. (3) the perspective of one of the figures in tapestry. (2) Use your senses to describe your impression of the event. (3) Describe specific elements of the scene such as uniforms, weaponry, fighting styles, etc. (4) Explain why you believe your Describe specific elements of the scene such as uniforms, weaponry, fighting styles, etc. (4) Explain why you believe your side was justified in participating in the battle and how you would like the battle to be remembered.side was justified in participating in the battle and how you would like the battle to be remembered.

Ancient Chinese ContributionsAncient Chinese Contributions. . Essay.Essay. To win a trip to China, you enter a contest to determine the four most useful To win a trip to China, you enter a contest to determine the four most useful contributions or inventions created by the ancient Chinese. (1) Identify eight to ten of these useful inventions or contributions or inventions created by the ancient Chinese. (1) Identify eight to ten of these useful inventions or contributions. (2) Nominate four that you believe are the most ingenious or innovative. (3) Explain why you believe these contributions. (2) Nominate four that you believe are the most ingenious or innovative. (3) Explain why you believe these four inventions or contributions are the most useful inventions or contributions from the ancient Chinese. (4) Identify one four inventions or contributions are the most useful inventions or contributions from the ancient Chinese. (4) Identify one invention or contribution that you cannot live without and explain why.invention or contribution that you cannot live without and explain why.

Other topic choice recommended and Other topic choice recommended and approvedapproved by the professor and supported by the grading rubric. by the professor and supported by the grading rubric.

Paper 2 continuedPaper 2 continuedProject PaperProject Paper

The Project Paper focuses on a suggested topic related to art, architecture, history, music, or literature. The The Project Paper focuses on a suggested topic related to art, architecture, history, music, or literature. The project will reflect your views and interpretation of the topic. This project is designed to help you stretch your mind project will reflect your views and interpretation of the topic. This project is designed to help you stretch your mind and your abilities to be the creative, innovative, and critical thinker you already are! and your abilities to be the creative, innovative, and critical thinker you already are! 

Choose one (1) of the topics from the list of topic choices below. Read the topic carefully. Write a three to four (3-Choose one (1) of the topics from the list of topic choices below. Read the topic carefully. Write a three to four (3-4) page paper (750-1,000 words) that responds to each of the items described in the topic.4) page paper (750-1,000 words) that responds to each of the items described in the topic.

Note: Submit your topic choice to the instructor for approval before the end of Week 2. Note: Submit your topic choice to the instructor for approval before the end of Week 2. 

For the topic you choose:For the topic you choose:

Support your ideas with specific, illustrative examples. If there are questions or points associated with your Support your ideas with specific, illustrative examples. If there are questions or points associated with your chosen topic, be sure to answer all of the listed questions and address all of the items in that topic. If your topic chosen topic, be sure to answer all of the listed questions and address all of the items in that topic. If your topic requires you to do several things related to the topic, be sure to do each of the things listed.requires you to do several things related to the topic, be sure to do each of the things listed.

While some of the topics tend to lend themselves toward particular writing genres, you are not restricted to the While some of the topics tend to lend themselves toward particular writing genres, you are not restricted to the specific format suggested for the individual topic. For example, you may do an “interview,” a “proposal,” a “letter,” specific format suggested for the individual topic. For example, you may do an “interview,” a “proposal,” a “letter,” a “short story,” a “blog,” an “essay,” an “article,” or any other written genre for almost any of the topics. The project a “short story,” a “blog,” an “essay,” an “article,” or any other written genre for almost any of the topics. The project is intended to be fun as well as informative, so feel free to be creative with the delivery of your information.is intended to be fun as well as informative, so feel free to be creative with the delivery of your information.

Use at least two (2) sources besides the textbook, which counts as one (1) source.Use at least two (2) sources besides the textbook, which counts as one (1) source.

Paper 3 Paper 3 Cultural Event ReportCultural Event Report

As a way of experiencing the Humanities beyond your classroom, computer, and textbook, you are asked to attend a “cultural event” and report on your As a way of experiencing the Humanities beyond your classroom, computer, and textbook, you are asked to attend a “cultural event” and report on your experience.  experience.  

Visit a museum or gallery exhibition or attend a theater, dance, or musical performance before the end of Week 10.Visit a museum or gallery exhibition or attend a theater, dance, or musical performance before the end of Week 10.

Write a two to three (2-3) page report (500-750 words) that describes your experience. Write a two to three (2-3) page report (500-750 words) that describes your experience. – Clearly identify the event location, date attended, the attendees, and your initial reaction upon arriving at the event.Clearly identify the event location, date attended, the attendees, and your initial reaction upon arriving at the event.– Provide specific information and a description of at least two (2) pieces.Provide specific information and a description of at least two (2) pieces.– Provide a summary of the event and describe your overall reaction after attending the event.Provide a summary of the event and describe your overall reaction after attending the event.

Note: Submit your cultural event choice to the instructor for approval before the end of Week 5. Note: Submit your cultural event choice to the instructor for approval before the end of Week 5. 

Visiting a MuseumVisiting a Museum  

It makes sense to approach a museum the way a seasoned traveler approaches visiting a city for the first time. Find out what there is available to see. In the It makes sense to approach a museum the way a seasoned traveler approaches visiting a city for the first time. Find out what there is available to see. In the museum, find out what sort of exhibitions are currently housed in the museum and start with the exhibits that interest you. museum, find out what sort of exhibitions are currently housed in the museum and start with the exhibits that interest you. 

If there is a travelling exhibition, it’s always a good idea to see it while you have the chance. Then, if you have time, you can look at other things in the museum.If there is a travelling exhibition, it’s always a good idea to see it while you have the chance. Then, if you have time, you can look at other things in the museum.

Make notes as you go through the museum and accept any handouts or pamphlets that the museum staff gives you. While you should not quote anything from Make notes as you go through the museum and accept any handouts or pamphlets that the museum staff gives you. While you should not quote anything from the printed material when you do your report, the handouts may help to refresh your memory later.the printed material when you do your report, the handouts may help to refresh your memory later.

The quality of your experience is not measured by the amount of time you spend in the galleries or the number of works of art that you actually see. The most The quality of your experience is not measured by the amount of time you spend in the galleries or the number of works of art that you actually see. The most rewarding experiences can come from finding one or two (1 or 2) pieces of art or exhibits which intrigue you and then considering those works in leisurely rewarding experiences can come from finding one or two (1 or 2) pieces of art or exhibits which intrigue you and then considering those works in leisurely contemplation. Most museums even have benches where you can sit and study a particular piece.contemplation. Most museums even have benches where you can sit and study a particular piece.

If you are having a difficult time deciding which pieces to write about, ask yourself these questions: (1) If the museum you are visiting suddenly caught fire, which If you are having a difficult time deciding which pieces to write about, ask yourself these questions: (1) If the museum you are visiting suddenly caught fire, which two (2) pieces of art or exhibits would you most want to see saved from the fire? (2) Why would you choose those two (2) particular pieces? two (2) pieces of art or exhibits would you most want to see saved from the fire? (2) Why would you choose those two (2) particular pieces? 

Attending a PerformanceAttending a Performance

Check your local colleges to see if there are any free or low-cost performances or student recitals. Student performances are generally of almost the same quality Check your local colleges to see if there are any free or low-cost performances or student recitals. Student performances are generally of almost the same quality as professional performances, but typically cost much less.as professional performances, but typically cost much less.

Unlike visiting a museum, where you can wear almost anything, people attending performances are often expected to “dress up” a bit.Unlike visiting a museum, where you can wear almost anything, people attending performances are often expected to “dress up” a bit.

Take a pen or pencil with you and accept the program you are offered by the usher; you will probably want to make notes on it during or after the performance.Take a pen or pencil with you and accept the program you are offered by the usher; you will probably want to make notes on it during or after the performance.

Turn off your cell phone before entering the auditorium. Do not use your phone to record the music or to take pictures or videos. To play it safe, turn the phone Turn off your cell phone before entering the auditorium. Do not use your phone to record the music or to take pictures or videos. To play it safe, turn the phone off.off.

Most long musical performances have at least one (1) intermission. If the lights start blinking, it is a sign that the performance is about to begin.Most long musical performances have at least one (1) intermission. If the lights start blinking, it is a sign that the performance is about to begin.

Look for very specific things (such as a particular piece of music or the way certain instruments sounded at a specific time) which tend to stand out as either Look for very specific things (such as a particular piece of music or the way certain instruments sounded at a specific time) which tend to stand out as either enjoyable or not enjoyable. Be sure to make notes of the things which you find enjoyable as well as the things which are not enjoyable. enjoyable or not enjoyable. Be sure to make notes of the things which you find enjoyable as well as the things which are not enjoyable. 

Optional PapersOptional Papers

These can be chosen instead of the 3 These can be chosen instead of the 3 assigned by Blackboard and can be done assigned by Blackboard and can be done in any order or in any combinationin any order or in any combination

They can be found at They can be found at www.dascolihum.com under the HUM under the HUM papers tabpapers tab

Humanities and The ArtsHumanities and The ArtsPAPERS (CONT.)PAPERS (CONT.)Helpful HintsHelpful HintsAll papers must be 100% your own work!!All papers must be 100% your own work!!

Paper 1 – Art Analysis (due Week 4)Paper 1 – Art Analysis (due Week 4)Choose only a work of art that really effects you (i.e. that Choose only a work of art that really effects you (i.e. that you really like or really hate). It will make the writing you really like or really hate). It will make the writing process significantly easier if you have strong feelings process significantly easier if you have strong feelings one way or the other. one way or the other. Make sure you include all parts to get full creditMake sure you include all parts to get full creditPlace your name somewhere on your paper, staple it Place your name somewhere on your paper, staple it together. (I do not have a stapler)together. (I do not have a stapler)Focus on parts 3 and 6 as that is where I will get 80% of Focus on parts 3 and 6 as that is where I will get 80% of your gradeyour grade

Humanities and The ArtsHumanities and The ArtsPaper 2 – Concert Review (due week 8 )Paper 2 – Concert Review (due week 8 )

Do not wait until the last minute to do this paper – there Do not wait until the last minute to do this paper – there may be no events to attend or they may be all sold outmay be no events to attend or they may be all sold outIt must be from the following styles/genres only : It must be from the following styles/genres only : Broadway Musical; Jazz performance (even a live Broadway Musical; Jazz performance (even a live performance a t a club); Classical concert; Opera, Ballet, performance a t a club); Classical concert; Opera, Ballet, Flamenco show (not at a restaurant)Flamenco show (not at a restaurant)No pop, rap, hip hop, raggaeton, salsa, bachata, No pop, rap, hip hop, raggaeton, salsa, bachata, merengue, rock or metal shows will countmerengue, rock or metal shows will countFocus on part 2 as I will include that at 75% of the grade Focus on part 2 as I will include that at 75% of the grade for this paperfor this paperVan Dyke’s on Lincoln road has nightly jazz shows for Van Dyke’s on Lincoln road has nightly jazz shows for under 20.00 under 20.00 www.cultureshockmiami.com – 5.00 tickets for students – 5.00 tickets for students

Humanities and The ArtsHumanities and The ArtsPaper 3: Film as Art (due week 10) – www.netflix.comPaper 3: Film as Art (due week 10) – www.netflix.com

Choose wiselyChoose wiselyDo NOT write a movie reviewDo NOT write a movie reviewDo NOT write a movie reviewDo NOT write a movie reviewDo NOT write a movie reviewDo NOT write a movie reviewDo write about the film as a work of artDo write about the film as a work of artYou should be writing about the colors (or lack of) used in the You should be writing about the colors (or lack of) used in the film/scenesfilm/scenesYou should be writing about why certain camera angles and speeds You should be writing about why certain camera angles and speeds are being usedare being usedYou should be writing about the scenery, setting and costumes You should be writing about the scenery, setting and costumes (clothing)(clothing)You should be writing about the use of music to aid in setting the You should be writing about the use of music to aid in setting the scenesceneYou should be writing about the special effects as artYou should be writing about the special effects as artYou should be writing about the use of the language, speeches, etc.You should be writing about the use of the language, speeches, etc.Watch the film at least 2x – the first time just to enjoy – 2Watch the film at least 2x – the first time just to enjoy – 2ndnd time to time to take notestake notesYou can watch them together with fellow classmates – just do not You can watch them together with fellow classmates – just do not turn in the same papersturn in the same papers

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APA Format APA Format 12” font12” fontTyped, Double SpacedTyped, Double SpacedTitle page – no fancy paper, no foldersTitle page – no fancy paper, no foldersAbstractAbstractJust stapled together on white 8 ½ x 11 regular paperJust stapled together on white 8 ½ x 11 regular paper1” margins all around1” margins all aroundAll original – all your own workAll original – all your own workUse proper citationsUse proper citationsUnless you were born with the information you are writing about – it Unless you were born with the information you are writing about – it should be citedshould be citedPlagiarism will NOT be tolerated – You will get caught and you will get Plagiarism will NOT be tolerated – You will get caught and you will get an F for the entire course – not just the assignmentan F for the entire course – not just the assignmentI will not fail anyone for poor quality English, poor grammar or poor I will not fail anyone for poor quality English, poor grammar or poor sentence structure so write it yourselfsentence structure so write it yourself

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PREPARATION – WAYS TO SUCCEEDPREPARATION – WAYS TO SUCCEEDDo all reading assignments on time – be ready to Do all reading assignments on time – be ready to discuss, ask questions and cover them in classdiscuss, ask questions and cover them in classBring a notebook and writing utensilsBring a notebook and writing utensilsA dictionary and a highlighter are good to have as new A dictionary and a highlighter are good to have as new terms and their usage will appear in your exercises, terms and their usage will appear in your exercises, homework and on tests/quizzeshomework and on tests/quizzesDo not plagiarize – you run the risk of failing the entire Do not plagiarize – you run the risk of failing the entire course and being expelled form school (cut & paste, etc)course and being expelled form school (cut & paste, etc)Come to class ready to participate and ready to have funCome to class ready to participate and ready to have funDo not speak over others – their ideas are as important Do not speak over others – their ideas are as important as yours even if you don’t agree with themas yours even if you don’t agree with them

HUM 111 World CulturesPart IHUM 111 World CulturesPart IClass Policies:Class Policies:Cell phones on silent or vibrate only Cell phones on silent or vibrate only If it is an important call – please leave the classroom and If it is an important call – please leave the classroom and answer itanswer itYou do not need to ask to leave class for bathroom, You do not need to ask to leave class for bathroom, drink, emergency, etc. just leave as quietly as possible drink, emergency, etc. just leave as quietly as possible and re-enter the same way – you will, of course, be and re-enter the same way – you will, of course, be responsible for what you missedresponsible for what you missedPlease remember to turn in all tests, quizzes, papers, Please remember to turn in all tests, quizzes, papers, journals, etc with your name on them so you can get journals, etc with your name on them so you can get proper creditproper creditTurn in assignments on time. Late assignments are Turn in assignments on time. Late assignments are unacceptable. Additionally, the discussions will close unacceptable. Additionally, the discussions will close Sunday nights at 11 PM and will not be made available Sunday nights at 11 PM and will not be made available after the due date.after the due date.I want everyone to get an A – I will do my best to make I want everyone to get an A – I will do my best to make this as fun as possible – so laugh at my terrible jokesthis as fun as possible – so laugh at my terrible jokes

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GRADING CRITERIA:GRADING CRITERIA:Discussion/class participation – 15%Discussion/class participation – 15%Midterm – 20%Midterm – 20%Comprehensive Final Exam – 20%Comprehensive Final Exam – 20%Paper 1 - Art – 15%Paper 1 - Art – 15%Paper 2 – Culture – 15%Paper 2 – Culture – 15%Discussion Boards– 15%Discussion Boards– 15%

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Grading ScaleGrading Scale

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Week 1 – Introduction and Chap 1 – Week 1 – Introduction and Chap 1 – Prehistory, Ancient Near East, Egypt, Crete Prehistory, Ancient Near East, Egypt, Crete (Discussions each week)(Discussions each week)

Week 2 – Chap 2 and 3 – Classical and Week 2 – Chap 2 and 3 – Classical and Hellenistic GreeceHellenistic Greece

Week 3 – Chap 4 – Etruscans and RomeWeek 3 – Chap 4 – Etruscans and Rome

Week 4 – Chap 5 – India, Japan, China, SE Week 4 – Chap 5 – India, Japan, China, SE Asia – Paper 1 DueAsia – Paper 1 Due

Week 5 – Midterm ExamWeek 5 – Midterm Exam

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Week 6 – Chap 6 and 7 – Biblical Tradition, Week 6 – Chap 6 and 7 – Biblical Tradition, Judaism, Christianity and Byzantium (weekly Judaism, Christianity and Byzantium (weekly discussions cont.)discussions cont.)

Week 7 – Chap 8 – Islam, the AmericasWeek 7 – Chap 8 – Islam, the Americas

Week 8 – Chap 9 – Early Middle Ages – Paper 2 Week 8 – Chap 9 – Early Middle Ages – Paper 2 duedue

Week 9 – Chap 10 – High Middle AgesWeek 9 – Chap 10 – High Middle Ages

Week 10 – Chap 11 – 14Week 10 – Chap 11 – 14thth century – Paper 3 due century – Paper 3 due

Week 11 – Final ExamWeek 11 – Final Exam