Peitsmeyer, Jerod G.

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University of Montana

University of Montana ScholarWorks at University of Montana University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2021-2025 Fall 9-1-2023 ARTH 150H.50: Introduction to Art History Jerod G. Peitsmeyer University of Montana, Missoula, jerod.peitsmeyer@umontana.edu Follow this and additional works at: https://scholarworks.umt.edu/syllabi2021-2025 Let us know how access to this document benefits you. Recommended Citation Peitsmeyer, Jerod G., "ARTH 150H.50: Introduction to Art History" (2023). University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2021-2025. 3011. https://scholarworks.umt.edu/syllabi2021-2025/3011 This Syllabus is brought to you for free and open access by ScholarWorks at University of Montana. It has been accepted for inclusion in University of Montana Course Syllabi, 2021-2025 by an authorized administrator of ScholarWorks at University of Montana. For more information, please contact scholarworks@mso.umt.edu. ArtH150: Introduction to Art History:  Themes of Art History through Scandal, Controversy, and Causes Célèbres School of Visual and Media Arts 3 credits, Fall 2023, Historical and Cultural Course (H and X) Jerod Peitsmeyer, Professor of Art History, 301 Fine Arts Building jerod.peitsmeyer@umt.edu Remote-learning course Es mistéʔes qe es lʔ, ci łu l ,T,atʔ̓ ayaqn u Qlispélixʷ sqlixʷúʔulexʷs t Nłʔaycčstm Kʷtis Snacx̓ ̣łqe̓ ym̓ ín. Qe es putʔem łu Sqélixʷ m̓ im̓ éʔeye̓ ms x ̣̫ l ,olqʷštulexʷ łu x ̣̫ l ,qł sqlqelixʷ.  (The University of Montana acknowledges that we are in the aboriginal territories of the Salish and Kalispel people. We honor the path they have always shown us in caring for this place for the generations to come.)  Graduate Assistants/Graders:  TBD – Each student will be assigned, by last name, to a grader.  Face-to-Face and Zoom Office Hours:  Face-to-Face and Zoom Office Hours: (Zoom meetings arranged with email requests)  1:00p -2:00p Tues Face-to-Face in 301 Fine Arts Building and/or request Zoom Meeting   1:00 – 2:00p Thurs Face-to-Face in 301 Fine Arts Building and/or request Zoom Meeting    CLASS MEETING TIME Online – Self Paced but with grading deadlines   DISCLAIMER: This syllabus is designed to evolve and change throughout the semester based on class progress and interests. You will be notified of any changes as they occur. After the first two weeks of assignments, this may be tailored a bit to the pace of the class and due dates of following units will be updated on the syllabus.   Course Description: An introduction to themes in the history of art through an examination of artworks that caused controversy, scandal, or became causes célèbres. Images discussed and presented in the course may contain uncomfortable or controversial subject matter. If there are concerns related to any course materials, students are encouraged to address with professor.   Learning Objectives:  • Gain knowledge of the main questions asked by the discipline of art history. • Develop improved visual observation. • Become familiar with specific artists, materials and processes, artworks and experiences, cultural contexts and receptions. • Learn how artists manipulate materials to communicate ideas through an object, act, or event. • Understand the various critical perspectives for interpreting and evaluating artworks and experiences.  • Learn how artworks are shaped by tradition and bring about change. • Learn how the meaning of an artwork changes with new audiences and new contexts. Requirements for Course: You are expected to advance through each of ten (10) individual topic units. All assigned course work must be completed to earn credit for the class. Each unit consists of an introductory video, a readings and videos book, a further exploration video, and a focus on an artwork. Each unit includes the following assignments: two (2) quizzes and one (1) critical thinking exercises. A final thematic project concludes the course. Students are expected to keep copies of all assigned work. Students will utilize Moodle (moodle.umt.edu) for course materials, announcements, and grades. Grades will be calculated on the following completed assignments: Meet and Greet: Introduction to class and to each other, 10 points total Introductory Quiz: Required confirmation of expectations, 5 points total Quizzes: Two (2) quizzes for each unit. The first quiz in each unit is worth 10 points and the second quiz in each unit is work 5 points. Possible 15 points/unit; 150 points/total Critical Thinking: One (1) critical thinking written response worth 25 points/unit; 250 points/total Final Thematic Project: One (1) final thematic project; 100 points/total. Grades are calculated as follows, based on all work completed: A 515-474    A- 473-463.5        B+ 463-453 B 452-422 B- 421-412 C+ 411-402 C 401-371 C- 370-361 D+ 360-351 D 350-319 D-318-309 308 and lower F  Late Work Policy: Check the due date schedule in this syllabus and at the beginning of each unit. Because life happens, every student gets TWO LATE SUBMISSIONS that can be used anytime during the semester. Simply request more time and you can submit the assignment at any time prior to the close of the semester. Academic Misconduct and the Student Conduct Code: This Code of Conduct embodies and promotes honesty, integrity, accountability, and duties associated with citizenship as a student in our community at the University of Montana. This Code exists to protect the interests of the community and dignity of its members, and to challenge those behaviors which are not in accordance with our policies. The Code is available for review online at https://staging.umt.edu/student-affairs/community-standards/student-code-of-conduct-2021-pdf Accommodations: Students with disabilities may request reasonable modifications by contacting the DSS office.  The University of Montana assures equal access to instruction through collaboration between students with disabilities, instructors, and Disability Services for Students (DSS).  For more information, please consult http://www.umt.edu/disability. The Writing and Public Speaking Center: provides one-on-one tutoring to students at all levels and at any time in the writing process. Visit now. Visit often. We’re ready when you are. www.umt.edu/writingcenter. Mental Health and Wellbeing Policy: The University of Montana is committed to advancing the mental health and wellbeing of its students. If you or someone you know is feeling overwhelmed, depressed, and/or in need of support, services are available. For help, visit https://www.umt.edu/diversity/resources/mental-health.php COVID-19 policy: Current UM Campus Covid Guidelines are found at https://www.umt.edu/umonline/keep_on_teaching/default.php  Content Advisement: This course provides an open space for the civil exchange and critical examination of ideas. Some readings and visual material in this course will address topics that some students may find offensive and/or traumatizing. Please assist me in alerting others about potentially disturbing content as we collectively undertake the study of art history.  Inclusion Policies: The University of Montana values leadership, engagement, diversity, and sustainability, because our institution is committed to respect, welcome, encourage, and celebrate the differences among us. As members of the University of Montana community, we aspire to:  • Respect the dignity and rights of all persons.  • Practice honesty, trustworthiness, and academic integrity.  • Promote justice, learning, individual success, and service.  • Act as good stewards of institutional resources.  • Respect the natural environment.  The College of the Arts and Media at the University of Montana has chosen to actively pursue equity and access for all persons. In this charge we will be researching, planning, and implementing ways in which our culture can be more accessible, inclusive, equitable, sustainable. It is not enough to be anti-bias in principle without being equitable in action. We will implement these actions organized by a group of students, faculty, and staff across the entire College in an ongoing way.  Staying Connected: Please join SVMA social media to stay informed about events and happenings.  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/umt_svma/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UMTsvma Student Art Collective: The collective is a student–organized and student-led group that sponsors art related workshops, events, and the Annual Juried Student Art Show. Look for informational posters. Course Outline: Introduction to Course (Completed by August 31st)           Introductory Video            Orientation Podcast            Course Syllabus            Course Scoring Rubrics            Assignment: Meet and Greet (completed by August 31st)  Unit One: What, Where, When is Art Suggested Unit One Schedule (9/1-9/9) All assignments due for unit 1 (9/9) 9/1-9/4: Content: Introductory Video, Readings and Videos Book, Further Exploration Video and Introductory Quiz due 9/9 9/5: Assignment: Quiz #1   9/5-9/7: Content: Focus on Artwork 9/9 -9/9: Assignments: Quiz #2 and Critical Thinking    Unit Two: Loss Suggested Unit Two Schedule (9/9 – 9/18) All assignments due for unit 2 (9/18)  9/10 – 9/13: Content: Introductory Video, Readings and Videos Book, Further Exploration Video  9/14: Assignment: Quiz #1  9/14-9/16: Content: Focus on Artwork  9/18: Assignments: Quiz #2 and Critical Thinking   Unit Three: Originality, Copies, and Primary and Secondary Sources Suggested Unit Three Schedule (9/19 – 9/27) All assignements due for unit 3 (9/27) Suggested Unit Three Schedule 9/19-9/21: Content: Introductory Video, Readings and Videos Book, Further Exploration Video  9/22: Assignment: Quiz #1  9/22-9/24: Content: Focus on Artwork 9/25-9/27: Assignments: Quiz #2 and Critical Thinking   Unit Four: Ownership and Provenance Suggested Unit Four Schedule (9/28 – 10/5) All assignments for unit 4 due (10/5) 9/28 – 9/30: Content: Introductory Video, Readings and Videos Book, Further Exploration Video  10/1 : Assignment: Quiz #1  10/2 – 10/3: Content: Focus on Artwork 10/4 -10/5: Assignments: Quiz #2 and Critical Thinking  Unit Five: Interpretation and Censorship Suggested Unit Five Schedule (10/6 – 10/14) All assignments for unit 5 due (10/14) 10/6-10/9: Content: Introductory Video, Readings and Videos Book, Further Exploration Video  10/9: Assignment: Quiz #1  10/10 – 10/12 : Content: Focus on Artwork 10/13-10/14 : Assignments: Quiz #2 and Critical Thinking   Unit Six: Patronage and Reception Suggested Unit Six Schedule (10/15 – 10/22) All assignments for unit 6 due (10/22) 10/15 – 10/17: Content: Introductory Video, Readings and Videos Book, Further Exploration Video  10/17: Assignment: Quiz #1  10/18 – 10/20 : Content: Focus on Artwork 10/20 – 10/22 : Assignments: Quiz #2 and Critical Thinking    Unit Seven: Identity: Class, Race, Gender, and Sexuality Suggested Unit Seven Schedule (10/23 -10/30) All assignements for unit 7 due (10/30) 10/23 – 10/25 : Content: Introductory Video, Readings and Videos Book, Further Exploration Video  10/25: Assignment: Quiz #1  10/26 – 10/28: Content: Focus on Artwork 10/29 – 10/30: Assignments: Quiz #2 and Critical Thinking   Unit Eight: Art Education and Talent            Suggested Unit Eight Schedule (10/31 -11/8th) All assignments for unit 8 due (11/8) 10/31 – 11/2 : Content: Introductory Video, Readings and Videos Book, Further Exploration Video  11/2: Assignment: Quiz #1  11/3 – 11/5 : Content: Focus on Artwork 11/6 – 11/8: Assignments: Quiz #2 and Critical Thinking   Unit Nine: Public Artworks Suggested Unit Nine Schedule (11/9 – 11/16) All assignments for unit 9 due (11/16) 11/9 – 11/11 : Content: Introductory Video, Readings and Videos Book, Further Exploration Video  11/11: Assignment: Quiz #1  11/12-11/13: Content: Focus on Artwork 11/14 – 11/16: Assignments: Quiz #2 and Critical Thinking   Unit Ten: Copyright and Cultural Appropriation Suggested Unit Ten Schedule (11/17 – 11/29) this unit is protracted as a result of the holiday break – All assignements for unit 10 due (11/29) 11/17 – 11/19 : Content: Introductory Video, Readings and Videos Book, Further Exploration Video  11/19 : Assignment: Quiz #1  11/20 – 11/21 : Content: Focus on Artwork 11/27- 11/29 : Assignments: Quiz #2 and Critical Thinking    11/30 – 12/10: Assignment: Final Thematic Project (This project is worth 100pts and your work should reflect that you’ve invested four times the amount of work as you have on the critical thinking exercises) – Final assignement is due 12/10!      

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