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HUMANITIES 101 Introduction to the Visual Arts
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INSTRUCTOR: Professor R. Danquah
CRN: #20958
MEETING DAYS/TIMES:
WCCCD – Downriver Campus
Saturday, 8:30 AM – 11:25 AM
INSTRUCTOR’S OFFICE:
Saturday, 11:30 AM – 12:00 Noon
OFFICE HOURS: 30 minutes prior to class or immediately
after class
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VISION STATEMENT WCCCD’s vision is to be recognized as an institution that
has achieved national and international recognition for enduring excellence as a comprehensive multi-campus
community college district. WCCCD will focus on
continuous self-evaluation and improvement, preparation of a highly skilled workforce in support of the Wayne County
economy; student academic and career success; and
leadership in strengthening the open door philosophy of educational opportunity.
MISSION STATEMENT
Wayne County Community College District’s
mission is to empower individuals, businesses,
and communities to achieve their goals through excellent and accessible services, culturally diverse
experiences, and globally competitive higher education and
career advancement programs.
VALUES STATEMENT
• Supporting Excellence In Teaching & Learning • Honoring Diversity
• Serving The Common Good
• Being Accountable • Operating With Integrity
HUM 101 – Revised August 2016/Danquah
TEXT: A World of Art, Henry M. Sayre, Eighth Edition
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course provides an overview of the visual arts and its
importance in our lives. The course covers the visual arts in regards
to basic elements, such as line, space, color and light. Through a
global lens, it also delves into specific art forms, such as painting,
sculpture, film and architecture. The course is designed for those
desiring to become a better informed and appreciative audience
member of the visual arts. Field trips may be required to enhance the
student’s learning process and experience.
PREREQUISITES: None
COURSE GOAL
This course will help students develop a competence in general
knowledge and understanding of the visual arts and humanities.
EXPECTED OUTCOMES
Upon completion of this course, the successful student will be able
to:
Analyze primary works in the arts and humanities in terms
of how they contribute to history and culture;
Identify works in the arts and humanities within a historical
and cultural framework;
Understand those works as expressions of individual and
human values within an historical and social context, and
respond critically to works in the arts;
To articulate an informed personal reaction and critically
analysis works in the arts;
Learn and use the vocabulary of the arts and humanities, and
develop an appreciation for works of art.
TEACHING METHOD
The method of teaching will be through class discussion, lectures,
student presentations, field trips, and visual resources.
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ATTENDANCE & TARDINESS POLICIES
Class attendance is mandatory and is taken at the beginning of each class session;
Students should plan to arrive to class 5 – 10 minutes to prior to the start time;
Students who arrive 10 minutes late are considered tardy, and will not receive credit for participation.
Students must remain in class for the duration of the class to be counted as present. If a student leaves
early, the student will be marked absent and will not earn participation points.
Three (3) unexcused absences will automatically earn a failing grade of an “E” in the course.
Only official or medical excuses will be honored. Students must turn in their official excuses
immediately after they return to the next class session. Late official excuses will not be honored;
Students must advise the instructor in advance of any medical condition that might prevent you from
completing the work for this class via email;
If you miss a lot of classes, it is strongly recommended that you withdraw from the course because
you risk failing.
STUDENT’S EXPECTATIONS 1. You must arrive to class on time and ready to work and learn.
2. You must be RESPECTFUL AND POLITE TO ALL.
3. You are responsible for any assignments, material, notes or tests missed due to an absence. Students are
responsible for contacting the instructor and scheduling make-up assignments. As a college student, you
are expected to schedule at least two hours of study time outside of class for each hour the class meets.
4. You are responsible for reading the text and not relying entirely on the instructor presenting every detail.
You should save all your work until the completion of the course.
5. If you plan to e-mail your instructor with questions or concerns, identify yourself and the class you are
referring to before beginning your message or question. Use your WCCCD email address when sending
private/personal communications to the instructor.
6. If you have any health conditions that might create a classroom emergency (i.e., seizure disorders,
diabetes, heart conditions, cancer treatments, pregnancy), you are responsible for informing your
instructor.
7. If you have any needs for test taking or other accommodations, you are responsible for discussing them
with your instructor prior to an exam or due date of the first assignment/homework. The instructor must
receive notification from the Student Services Office.
8. You should plan to attend all class sessions. Class attendance contributes significantly to academic
success. Students who attend classes regularly tend to earn higher grades and have higher passing rates in
courses. Excessive absences may jeopardize grades or even the ability to continue in the course.
9. You cannot make-up student group reports and/or activities.
10. Assignments/homework cannot be emailed. They will not be accepted or graded.
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GENERAL POLICIES
1. Sleeping in class, giggling, or studying notes for another class will not be tolerated.
2. Turn off your cell phone before class begins. You are not allowed to use cell phones (or any other
form of technical devices) to send or receive messages in the classroom. Students may use
communication devices outside the classroom before the start of class, during breaks, and after
class has dismissed.
3. Cheating and intentional plagiarism undermine the purpose of learning. WCCCD standards regarding
cheating and intentional plagiarism will be strictly enforced.
4. In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, WCCCD will make every attempt to provide
equal access for persons with disabilities. If you should need help, or accommodations due to a disability,
contact the Student Services Office.
5. It is the policy of WCCCD that the responsibility for dropping a class belongs to the student. Students
may drop or withdraw from a class until Monday, April 10, 2017.
6. A drop form will not be signed for a student who has not attended class 80% of the time.
7. ABSOLUTELY NO eating, drinking, and smoking in the classroom.
8. NO CHILDREN allowed in any classroom or lab AT ANYTIME.
GRADES
Final grades are based on the following:
(4) Assignments (100 pts each) 400 pts
(1) Group Presentation 50 pts
(1) Field Trip 50 pts
Participation Points 100 pts
(1) Final Exam 200 pts
TOTAL: 800 pts
800 – 720 pts A
719 – 640 pts B
639 – 560 pts C
549 – 480 pts D
479 – below E
FIELD TRIP
There will be one mandatory scheduled field trip. The field trip should last no longer than two hours.
COMPLETION OF ASSIGNMENTS Late assignments will receive a one-letter grade reduction. No late assignment or work will be received after one
consecutive class sessions. Unfinished work will not be accepted. All course work is expected to be finished and
submitted for credit by the stated deadline. Assignments cannot be emailed nor dropped off at the faculty
office. They will not be accepted or graded.
STUDENT SURVEY
Complete the Student Survey of Instruction (SSOI). The electronic address is: www.wcccd.edu/dept/survey.htm.
ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGY
Students who arrive after an exam or quiz has been distributed will not be able to take the exam. The
student will receive a failing grade of an “E”. Makeup quizzes and exams are at the discretion of the instructor.
There is no guarantee that a make-up will be given. To ensure consideration for a make-up, contact the instructor
within 24 hours before or after the scheduled exam by email.
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ACADEMIC GRADES
The following is the Wayne County Community College District’s grading system:
Grade Points Description/Explanation
A 4.0 Excellent
B 3.0 Above Average
C 2.0 Average
D 1.0 Below Average
E 0.0 Failure to complete course requirements satisfactorily
Academic grades are “A”, “B”, “C”, “D”, and “E”. Pluses and minuses are not given with the grades.
Incomplete Grade
An instructor may give an “I” or “Incomplete” grade for a student during the final two weeks of the semester
when the student cannot complete the course requirements because of emergency circumstances. Emergency
circumstances are considered situations beyond the control of the student. The criteria to give an “I” grade are as
follows:
1. The student must be passing the course.
2. The student must complete a contract which is mutually agreed upon by the student and the instructor.
3. The student must have a true emergency, such as emergency surgery.
The instructor and the student complete the “I” form contract and discuss the conditions of the contract. The
student must agree to the conditions of the contract and must sign the contract. The instructor signs the contract,
enters the grade into the Banner System final grade module and turns in a copy of the contract at final checkout.
District policy requires all students who earn an incomplete “I” grade to complete that contract by the end of two
consecutive regular semesters after the term in which the “I” grade was given. The student is charged with the
responsibility of completing the contract requirements through the instructor who issued the “I” grade.
In the event the student is unable to contact the instructor, the student must immediately contact the appropriate
campus academic administrator for instructions. Failure to complete the course requirements within the two
regular consecutive semester time limit shall result in a grade of “E” replacing the “I” grade. Students should not
register a second time for a course in which they have received an outstanding “I” grade.
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“W” Grades
For failure to attend any class during the first four (4) weeks of the semester.
Withdrawal by the student during the first half of the semester. (8th week)
Withdrawal by the student doing passing work. This withdrawal occurs between the ninth (9th
) week and the
twelfth (12th
) week of classes. The add/drop form must be signed by the instructor.
Withdrawal by the student doing failing work between the ninth (9th
) week and the twelfth (12th
) week of classes.
The add/drop form must be signed by the instructor.
Suppresses grade due to non-payment.
Attended at least one class during the first third of the semester and failed to withdraw during the remaining
two-thirds of the semester.
Note:
While neither grades WI, W, WP, nor WF are calculated as part of the official grade point average, they
are counted in determining satisfactory academic progress for students receiving financial aid and their
continuing aid eligibility.
ACADEMIC HONESTY
The expectations at WCCCD are that principles of truth and honesty will be practiced in all academic matters.
Therefore, acts of academic dishonesty, including such activities as plagiarism or cheating are regarded by the
college as very serious offenses. In the event that cheating, plagiarism or other forms of academic dishonesty on
the part of students are discovered, each incident will be handled on an individual basis as deemed appropriate by
the instructor.
CHANGES OF GRADES
There is a process by which faculty can change grades. Grades are assigned based upon the faculty member’s
assessment of student performance in achieving the competencies identified for the course. In cases where a
clerical error was made in recording grades from the instructor’s records to the District records, a change of grade
can be initiated by the faculty member. Or, if a mistake in calculation caused a faculty member to assign a grade
inconsistent with performance at the time grades were due, the change of grade process is the mechanism by
which the District record can be altered (within 90 days) to reflect the instructor’s valid assessment.
While a student can request that the instructor review with him or her, the basis upon which a grade is awarded,
the student should be made to understand that performance in meeting course objectives as judged by the faculty
is, in the final analysis, the basis upon which the grade is awarded. To the extent that effort, hard work, and
improvement contribute to performance of competencies, those attributes are reinforced through grades as well.
However, students at times need to be gently reminded that effort, improvement, and working hard does not, in
and of itself, merit an “A” grade in a course.
Similarly, the student also needs to understand that the pressure of his/her non-academic commitments (i.e.,
family, jobs, social, community, etc.) does not constitute a valid reason for the instructor to have lower
expectations of some students than of others. At times, students try to do too much and, therefore, cannot devote
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the time to academics that is required. Those students may benefit from assistance in planning their academic
schedules so as to meet educational goals while fulfilling personal commitments.
LEARNING CENTER
The Learning Center, funded by the U.S. Department of Education, assists students with regularly scheduled
tutoring appointments. Many other students are assisted on a drop-in basis. The LC gives presentations to classes
upon requests and welcomes instructors to accompany their students to the lab to familiarize them with the
location and services. Tutoring is offered for all courses subject to the availability of tutors.
ACCESS
The ACCESS program provides supportive services and academic assistance to students enrolled in vocational,
technical and occupational programs and who are handicapped, academically or economically disadvantaged or
who have limited English proficiency.
Such services include educational, career and personal counseling, interpreters, note takers, readers, tutors,
mobility assistance and referral services. Special equipment such as tape recorders, computers, and
telecommunication devices for the deaf and closed-circuit televisions are available to support students with
special needs.
Downriver 734-374-3206
Downtown 313-496-2708
Eastern 313-579-6923
Northwest 313-943-4073
Western 734-697-5190
STUDENT SURVEY INSTRUCTION – Electronic address: www.wcccd.edu/dept/survey.htm
It is the policy of the Wayne County Community College District that the responsibility for dropping a
class belongs to the student. Please pay attention to the drop dates and policies in academic schedule for
each term.
COMPLETION OF ASSIGNMENTS Late assignments will receive a one-letter grade reduction. No late assignment or work will be received after one
consecutive class sessions. Unfinished work will not be accepted. All course work is expected to be finished and
submitted for credit by the stated deadline. Assignments cannot be emailed nor dropped off at the faculty
office. They will not be accepted or graded.
STUDENT’S RESPONSIBILITIES Be punctual and come to class prepared with all needed materials.
Pay attention – follow directions.
Complete homework and all assignments timely. Read your textbook!
Study your notes, textbook readings and materials before and after class.
Spend time to master the material for this class.
Identify a “student buddy/partner.”
Keep up with your class progress.
Participate positively in class activities.
Enjoy the class!
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INSTRUCTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES
Be punctual and come to class prepared.
Motivate students to experience success.
Maintain an inclusive and positive learning environment.
Be a positive role model.
Be accessible, communicative, and honest with students.
FINAL THOUGHTS
Students may NOT, at any time, take pictures of classmates and the instructor; make any audio or video
recordings of lectures and activities in the classroom.
Private conversations distract the instructor and other students; please refrain when the instructor or a
classmate has the floor.
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WCCCD – Humanities 101 – Spring 2017 Academic Schedule
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NOTE TO STUDENTS: Schedule subject to change. (Revised 01/03/17)
Week Date & Topic Expectation/Outcome Homework and
Assignments
Due Date
Week 1 January 21
>Topic: Introductions, Class
Syllabus, Positive Attendance
>WCCCD Email and Alert Systems
>Topic: Pyramid of Higher
Level Thinking (not in textbook)
>Discuss Warhol Essay
>Introductions, positive
attendance, email and alert
systems. Explain the course,
expectations, and WCCCD
services.
>Discuss and explain the Critical
Thinking Process and Pyramid of
Higher Level Thinking, Roles of
an Artist
>Distribution of course
syllabus
>Discuss HW Assignment #1
(Andy Warhol Essay)
Due – Syllabus
signature page
Week 2 January 28
>The World As We
Perceive It
>The World As We Understand It
>Discuss the Process of Seeing
Bird’s Nest (1.2, 1.3),
>Discuss Thinking Thematically
God Bless America – Ringgold
What is the Proper Way to Display
a U.S. Flag? – Scott
>Distribution of course
syllabus
>Discuss HW Assignment #1
(Patroitic Art Essay)
Week 3 February 04
>Developing Visual Literacy
>Explain Visual Literacy, Words
and Images
She – Simpson
Rebellious Silence – Neshat
>Discuss representational, non-
representational, and abstract,
content, subject matter, icon,
and form. The Rocky Mts.
February 04, 2017
Assignment #1
Patroitic Art Essay
Due
Week 4 February 11
>Seeing the Value of Art, Politics,
and Public Spaces
>Detroit Public Images
>Understand one’s views on the
value of art. The Holy Virgin Mary
and Judy C.
>Understand one’s views on the
value of art. David
Week 5 February 18
February 18, 2017
GROUP ANALYSIS #1
DO NOT BE ABSENT
OR LATE.
THE GROUP ANALYSIS
ASSIGNMENT CANNOT
BE MADE UP.
February 18, 2017
GROUP
ANALYSIS #1
Week 6
February 25
NO CLASS – Pending WCCCD
Administration Approval
NO CLASS
Pending WCCCD
Administration Approval
NO CLASS
Pending WCCCD
Administration Approval
NO CLASS
Pending WCCCD
Administration
Approval
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Week 7 March 04
>Elements of Design
>What are the elements of design?
Line, shape, form, color, space,
texture, and value.
>Discuss Virtual Museum
Assignment
>Discuss the Varieties of Line,
and Quality of Lines
A Starry Night – Van Gogh
>Evaluate the contributions of
Artist Matisse to the arts, and
discuss the concept of color
>Discuss Assignment #2
Week 8 March 11
>Elements of Design
>What are the elements of design?
Line, shape, form, color, space,
texture, and value.
March 12 – Field Trip
>Discuss shape and the difference
between two-dimensional and
three-dimensional space, linear
perspective
March 12 – Field Trip
>Discuss Virtual Museum
Assignment
March 12 – Field Trip
March 11
Assignment #2
Critical Analysis of
Works of Art
Week 9 March 18
>Principles of Design
>Discuss the principles of design:
balance, emphasis, proportion,
scale, rhythm, repetition, unity,
variety
>Artist Willard Wigan
Week 10 March 25
>Sculpture
>Discuss the various process of
creating sculptures, and the space
they occupy.
Week 11 April 01
GROUP ANALYSIS #2
GROUP ANALYSIS #2
DO NOT BE ABSENT
OR LATE.
THIS ASSIGNMENT
CANNOT BE MADE UP.
GROUP ANALYSIS #2
DO NOT BE ABSENT
OR LATE.
THIS ASSIGNMENT
CANNOT BE MADE UP.
April 01
Assignment #3
Critical Analysis of
Works of Art
Week 12
April 08
>World Art
>Explore World Art
>Explore World Art
April 10
Last day to
withdraw.
Week 13
SPRING BREAK
April 14 – 20, 2017
SPRING BREAK
April 14 – 20, 2017
SPRING BREAK
April 14 – 20, 2017
Week 14 April 22
>World Art
>Explore World Art
>Explore World Art
Assignment #4
(Virtual Museum)
Week 15 April 29
Week 16 May 06
FINAL EXAM
FINAL EXAM
FINAL EXAM
FINAL EXAM
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INSTRUCTOR’S E-MAIL
INSTRUCTOR’S BLOG/WEBSITE
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PERSONAL ACADEMIC PROGRESS REPORT
Record Your Academic Performance
Assignment #1 ________/100
Assignment #2 ________/100
Assignment #3 ________/100
Assignment #4 ________/100
Group Analysis ________/50
Field Trip ________/50
Participation ________ (7 pts per class x 14 = 98+2=100 possible pts)
Final Exam ________/200
TOTAL POINTS ________/800
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Statement of Receipt of HUMUNITIES
I have received a copy of the syllabus for Humanities and agree to abide by its terms
and conditions.
I have also read and understand the Student Code of Conduct, and Policy on
Academic Dishonesty.
___________________________________
Student’s Name (PRINT)
___________________________________
Student’s Signature
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