ART 100 - Landmarks of Art and Visual Culture - Molly Moody
| Course: | Landmarks of Art and Visual Culture |
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| Professor: | Molly Moody |
| Email: | molly.moody@canyons.edu |
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Introduction
Dear Student:
Welcome to ART 100, an art appreciation course in which we will learn about notable works of art and visual culture. I look forward to working with each student during the upcoming semester! If you have any questions about the course, be sure to send an email.
Course Description
The course material explores many artistic and cultural movements worldwide, spanning thousands of years of history. ART 100 will introduce various artworks, historical time periods, geographic locations, and visual arts terminology. This course will also provide you with the skills to analyze and interpret works of art.
What to Expect in this Course
- You will have access to the Canvas course site the first day of the semester.
- Course content will consist of readings, lectures, PowerPoint presentations, video clips, and online articles.
- We will spend a great deal of time analyzing and writing about great works of art. Each student will be expected to communicate information about an artwork based upon visual analysis. Such information may include the time and place a particular artwork was created, artist identification, use of materials and techniques, and the object's context.
- The student will be reading and writing about art, thus an ability to express individual opinions, interpretations, and/or critiques is essential for succeeding in this class.
Types of Assessments
Visual Analysis assignments, Unit Exams, Discussion Forums
Textbook Information
- Exploring Art: A Global, Thematic Approach History, Revised 5th edition, Margaret Lazzari and Dona Schlesier, Cengage, 2020. Print ISBN: 9780357139219, 0357139216; eText ISBN: 9781337909105, 1337909106.
- Publisher website: https://www.cengage.com/c/exploring-art-a-global-thematic-approach-revised-5e-lazzari/9781337709910/
- Publisher website: https://www.vitalsource.com/products/exploring-art-a-global-thematic-approach-margaret-lazzari-dona-v9781337909105?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_9GhJTs9gIVXgytBh2KXwXMEAAYASAAEgJuMPD_BwE
- Available in printed and digital formats; new, used, rented, and ebook copies are acceptable.
Additional Resources
Canvas
This course can be accessed on the first day of class via Canvas at https://coc.instructure.com. Log into Canvas using your CanyonsID single sign-on:
- CanyonsID Username is your COC student email address (Ex: username@my.canyons.edu)
- CanyonsID Password is your COC student email password
Please visit the Get to Know Your Online Classroom page for help logging into Canvas and for tips on using Canvas and Zoom. Canvas Chat Support is also available 24/7 for any Canvas related issues.
Online Education
Check out the Online Education website for more information on a variety of topics that can help you be a successful online student such as: exam proctoring, learning styles, computer skills, and tips for student success. If this is your first online course, feel free to take our online learning readiness assessment to assess your skills.
The Learning Center (TLC)
The TLC provides FREE online tutoring resources to COC students!
Academic Accommodation Center (AAC)
College of the Canyons AAC provides educational services and access for eligible students with documented disabilities who intend to pursue coursework at COC. A variety of programs and services are available which afford eligible students with disabilities the opportunity to participate fully in all aspects of the college programs and activities through appropriate and reasonable accommodations. For more information on their services visit the Academic Accomodation Center website.
Online Counseling
The Counseling Department offers appointments online. You can schedule an appointment by visiting the Online Counseling website. Counselors can help you map out a plan to reach your educational goals as well as advise you on course selection and registration.
Management of Stress and Mental Health
Often the pressure on our students is very strong, involving academic commitments, relationships, outside jobs and family pressure to name a few. The staff and faculty of College of the Canyons are here to see you succeed academically and care about your emotional and physical health. You can learn more about the broad range of confidential student services, including counseling and mental health services available on campus by visiting the Student Health & Wellness Center in the Student Services Building (across from the bookstore). The phone number is 661-362-3259 that you can call 24/7. You can also e mail for an appointment at StudentHealthCenter@canyons.edu. At the Canyon Country Campus the Health Center will be in the new Student Services Building.
Also, the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline number is now 988. All students at COC are encouraged to enter that phone number in their cells. You can call it when you, or someone you know, is having thoughts of suicide or is in severe distress.
You can also now use the Crisis Text Line: Just text "Courage" to 741741. Someone will get back to you immediately. Its free, 24/7, and confidential.
Veterans Resource Center
The College of the Canyons Veterans Resource Center is a department within the Student Services Division at the college, created to help veterans and veteran dependents with applying to College of the Canyons, enrolling in classes, and requesting VA Education or Vocational Benefits. For more information please visit the Veterans Resource Center website, email veterans@canyons.edu or phone (661) 362-3469.
Library
The Library provides live online and in-person research help, access to a full range of e-resources and physical materials that support the curriculum, individual and group study areas, and much more!
Last updated: 04/12/2022 Sub#: 270