Course Description
Students will attend a series of public lectures from leading artists and scholars, preparing for and reflecting upon experiences through discussion and written responses.
Athena Title
Art Today Lecture Series
Grading System
S/U (Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
Student learning Outcomes
- Students will identify and clearly communicate key ideas, methods, and perspectives presented by visiting artists and scholars, demonstrating skills in communication and critical thinking.
- Students will analyze and interpret how diverse artistic practices and scholarly approaches contribute to contemporary art discourse, applying analytical thinking and critical thinking.
- Students will articulate connections between lecture content and their own developing artistic practice, showing growth in creativity, innovation, and effective communication.
- Students will evaluate and reflect on the role of art in society, demonstrating critical thinking, social awareness, and responsibility.
- Compose reflective writings that connect exposure to varied artistic practices with their own creative and intellectual development, advancing creativity, innovation, and communication.
Topical Outline
- Week 1 - Course Introduction
- Weeks 2-12 - Visiting Artist & Scholar Lectures - pre-lecture preparation, lecture attendance, and immediate reflection.
- Weeks 13-15 - Integration and Reflection - Connecting lecture content to personal artistic practice and the broader role of art in society.
Institutional Competencies Learning Outcomes
Critical Thinking
The ability to pursue and comprehensively evaluate information before accepting or establishing a conclusion, decision, or action.
