Calumet College of St. Joseph
SYLLABUS FOR HISTORY OF ART 2

Course Number: MFA 281x

Instructor: Mr. Martin Martinez

Office Room: # 70

Office Phone: 219/473-4384

E-mail: mmartinez@ccsj.edu

Office Hours: Thursday 2:00-6:00, Friday 9:00-5:00

This course is a continuation of MFA 280 from the Baroque period on. This course is intended to give insight into the nature of these art forms through a study of aesthetic thought, an exploration of the elements and techniques of art, and the relationship of the artist’s work to society.

MFA 280 or permission of the instructor or program director.

Textbooks: Marilyn Stokstad Art: A Brief History

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After the last day for class changes has passed (see College calendar), students may withdraw from a course in which they are registered with permission from the faculty member conducting the course. A written request detailing the reason(s) for the withdrawal must be filed with the Registrar. Written request for withdrawal must be received by the Registrar by the last day of classes prior to the final examination dates specified in the catalogue. Written requests may be mailed to the Registrar or faxed to the College fax number 219-473-4259. Students are to make note of the refund schedule when withdrawing from courses. The request is forwarded to the faculty member, who makes the final determination to accept or deny the request. If the request is honored, the student will receive notification of official withdrawal; if denied, the notification will indicate why the withdrawal is disallowed. Note: Degree Completion Program (DCP) students should consult the DCP Student Handbook for information on DCP withdrawals.

An official withdrawal is recorded as a "W" grade on the student's transcript. Dropping a

course without written permission automatically incurs an "F" grade for the course (see

Refund Schedule).

Students missing three or more classes is subject to a failing grade.

Assignments must be turned in on time, assignments that are late will receive a lower grade.

Students in this course will:

• Assess the role of art in society
• Insight into the nature of art
• Study of aesthetic thought
• Gain a better understanding of art and art history
• Analyze and identify art throughout the different periods
• Research a topic in art

Exams (Midterm, Final, Quizzes) 300 POINTS

Class participation/collaboration/attendance/assignments 100 POINTS

Class presentation and assessment instruments 100 POINTS

Student must participate in classroom discussion. Each student will give a ten - fifteen minute presentation on a subject approved by the instructor. Presentation must be relevant to the course.

1. Midterm Examination will consist of material covered over the first half of the course.
2. Slide Identification Quiz will consist of twenty-slide identification and two essays.
3. Final Examination will consist of material covered over the second half of the course.
4. Research Paper: 8-10 pages. The instructor must approve subject.
5. Oral Presentation of Research paper: 10-15 minutes in length.

Students will be required to submit an 8-10 page research paper examining a topic that is approved by the instructor. Research papers must be typed (double – spaced). Bibliography and images supporting your research does not count as your page count. Research material must be from several sources. Paper is due on the last meeting date. Late assignments will result in a failing grade. Highest possible grade for makeup examination is the grade of "B".