222 Drawing I Morris.pdf - George Mason University

Arts goal: Courses aim to achieve a majority of the following learning outcomes:students will be able to identify and analyze the formal elements of a particular art formusing vocabulary appropriate to that form; demonstrate an understanding of therelationship between artistic technique and the expression of a work’s underlyingconcept; analyze cultural productions using standards appropriate to the form and culturalcontext; analyze and interpret material or performance culture in its social, historical, andpersonal contexts; and engage in the artistic process, including conception, creation, andongoing critical analysis.Requirements-All students are required to attend class.-Participation in class is important to the development of the student and classroompeers-All projects must be turned in on time.-All students are encouraged to attend New York City with Artsbus@gmu.eduDrawing I/Grade SheetA 90-100 B 80-89 C 70-79 D 60-69 F 59 and belowGrading-The core of the student’s grade is determined by attendance, classroomparticipation (as defined in the syllabi) and the completion of all homework assignments.If all assignments are done with an average effort and you meet the attendance criteriayou can expect to receive a “C”. To attain a higher grade I expect you to put forth yourbest effort each class, not only while drawing but also while taking instruction, engagingin classroom discussion and critiques. Concepts explain and demonstrated in theclassroom should be developed and reflected in your classroom drawings. Improvementand skill development should also be seen in your work. In determining your final gradeI will be considering all these factors, attendance, preparedness, classroom participation,artistic development and attitude.The Grading process will rely on attendance, in-class participation, critiques, classassignments, sketchbook exercises and text readings.A 90-100 B 80-89 C 70-79 D 60-69 F 59 and belowI will consider attendance, class participation, class projects, homework and critiques indetermining the student’s grade.