Schedule for ART 3372 First Page
Dr. John A. Stinespring, Ph.D.
Office: Architecture 210
Office hours: Because I will be out of the office supervising student teachers, my office hours will be irregular. Good times to fine me are Tuesdays from 11:00-12:00 and at 3:00; Thursdays before 9:00, at 11:00-12:00, and at 2:00. Other times and days by appointment; home phone 794-8827, office phone 742-3825 ext. 252. e-mail: john.stinespring@ttu.edu
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COURSE SYLLABUS OUTLINE
Department of Art ART 3372-001/501 and 002/502 Credit Hours: 3
Spring 2002
Visual Arts, Children and Artistic Development
Catalogue Description
Visual Arts, Children, and Artistic Development (3:1:4). Prerequisite: Sophomore standing. A study of the child and art disciplines that inform the professional and parent for developing effective ways to foster the child’s inquiry in art. Nonmajors only.
Specific Class Objectives
Students will demonstrate basic studio skills with art materials and techniques that exhibit use of strong concepts of design and craftsmanship.
Students will select appropriate art supplies and materials for a variety of activities.
Students will apply knowledge of safety concerns and information to their own art making and in plans they design for art instruction.
Students will apply theories of art for understanding and criticism to actual works of art produced in the classroom and observed at the museum.
Students will develop and use a vocabulary of terms to describe art materials, supplies, techniques, critical stances, and historical contexts in art.
Students will examine historical categories of artworks and set particular artworks in a historical context.
Students will design instructional plans intended to direct the art activities of children in ways consistent with developmental and learning capabilities expectations appropriate for children.
Students will apply contemporary concepts of art content in instructional plans appropriate to the artistic development of children as perceived by educational institutions and community expectations.
Students will share with the instructor their personal perceptions of what art is, how people relate to art, and how art can serve human needs in children and adults.
Brief List of Topics and Activities
A. Selection of supplies and equipment for studio art work experiences.
B. Studio art experiences including nature drawing, life drawing, perspective, sgraffito, art as idea, design paintings, etc.
C. Ways the mind processes information in the context of art.
D. Child development theory in art.
E. Elements and principles of design.
F. Journal writing.
G. Planning art activities with children.
H. Art criticism practicum: description, analysis, interpretation, judgment; alternative critical perspectives.
I. Art history presentations: styles of art.
J. Aesthetic theories of art: imitationalism, formalism, emotionalism as well as recognition of contemporary postmodern concerns for alternative forms of artistic expression, inclusion and multiculturalism.
K. Examining and using the disciplines of art: aesthetics, art criticism, art history, art production (studio).
L. Presenting art concepts to others practicum.
M. Generating ideas for art projects.
N. Expectations of the State of Texas for effective art activities.
Grading
(See OP 31.12, Vol. I. Number 1 for meaning of grades.)
The grading for this course is based on a combination of the lecture and laboratory classes. Attendance in both is necessary in order to receive full credit.
The final grade for the course will be based on an average of grades from quizzes, general class participation, consistency of effort during class, written assignments, oral presentations, critiques, studio assignments, and examinations.
While it is understood that students entering this course may have little or no experience with art, criteria for assignments will be established. Assignments will be evaluated by how well they meet the required criteria for design, craftsmanship, and content.
My grading system calls for a single grade to be given for each criterion. A large studio assignment with criteria could have three grades—for example, one for design, one for craftsmanship, and one for the criteria for the specific assignment. All grades are given a numerical score and all of the grades are averaged together to determine the grade for the course. Because all the “soul searching” is done in the assigning of each grade given, the final grade is just a matter of arithmetic. The course will produce over 30 grades during the semester. The grade system is as follows:
A+ = 15
A = 14
A- = 13 For final grade, A = 13.5+ OR, A = 12.5+
B+ = 12 A- = 12.5-13.49 B = 9.5-12.49
B = 11 B+ = 11.5-12.49 C = 6.5-9.49
B- = 10 B = 10.5-11.49 D = 3.5-6.49
C+ = 9 B- = 9.5-10.49 F = 0-3.49
C = 8 C+ = 8.5-9.49
C- = 7 C = 7.5-8.49
D+ = 6 C- = 6.5-7.49
D = 5 D+ = 5.5-6.49
D- = 4 D = 4.5-5.49
F+ = 3 D- = 3.5-4.49
F = 2 F = 0-3.49
F- = 1
0 = 0
Some assignments, like journals, are marked with a check, which means “assignment satisfactorily completed”. Those are not averaged into the total grade unless they are missing. One or more missing checkmarks could result in an additional 0 being averaged into the total. Some assignments may receive an R with a circle around it. This means “rewrite” because it has serious problems needing fixing and the material needs to be mastered. This is usually only for lesson plan writing. If a circle R is not rewritten and replaced with a letter grade, it becomes an F for final grade calculation.
Attendance
(See OP 31.04, Vol. I, Number 4 for policies.)
See the general course syllabus for the attendance policy. More than three days of absence may result in a loss of a letter grade on the final grade for the course. THREE TARDIES WILL BE COUNTED AS ONE ABSENCE. Leaving early will also count as a tardy. The instructor may take roll at any time during the class. Students are expected to be present and involved in class activities during the entire class period. Under OP 31.04, students absent from class when representing the University on officially approved trips are allowed to complete assignments and make up exams. The instructor must be notified in advance of such a trip and absence so that appropriate plans for make up can be provided. Under OP 30.16 a student who is absent from classes for the observance of a religious holy day shall be allowed to take an examination or complete an assignment scheduled for that day within a reasonable time after the absence if, no later than the fifteenth day after the first day of the semester, the student had notified the instructor of each scheduled class that the student would be absent for a religious holy day.
Work in Class
Students are expected to have the necessary supplies and materials in class. They are expected to work on all assignments in class even though some outside work will also be required; credit may not be given for work which is executed totally outside of class. Students are expected to be present and involved in class activities during the entire class period. Because of the nature of instruction, some assignments done in class may not be made up by students who were absent that day.
Submission of Assignments
Due dates for all assignments will be announced. Work is due at the beginning of class of the designated date. Assignments one class late will be reduced one letter grade. No assignments will be accepted after the next class period after the assignment is due. Students shall arrange to send work in if they are absent on the date that an assignment is due. Because of the qualitative nature of certain studio projects, the instructor may extend deadlines in order to accommodate a higher level of quality. This should not be assumed. The instructor will state revised deadlines.
Americans with Disabilities Act (26 July 1990)
Any student who, because of a disabling condition, may require some special arrangements in order to meet course requirements should contact the instructor as soon as possible so that the necessary accommodations can be made.
Academic Integrity Policy
(See OP 31.12, Vol. I, Number 2.)
The Undergraduate Catalog states policies concerning academic integrity. It should be understood that for “students to present as their own any work which they have not honestly performed is regarded by the faculty and administration as a most serious offense and renders the offenders liable to serious consequences, possibly suspension.” See the section on “academic Conduct” in the Code of Student Conduct for details on cheating and plagiarism.
Health and Safety Policy
(See OP 78.05, Vol. II, pp. 5-7.)
See the general syllabus for this policy. Every effort will be made to insure that awareness of safety labeling and safe use of materials and equipment will take place. Information about the safety implications of art materials and equipment for children will be included in instruction. The School of Art will endeavor to comply with the intent of state laws or acts and the University Health and Safety Program in an effort to maintain a safe academic and working environment for students, staff, and faculty.