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HU 300: ART AND HUMANITIES,

THE 20TH CENTURY AND BEYOND

Unit 1 Seminar

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Where in the world are you?

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A little about me…

Instructor: Katherine MurrellInstructor: Katherine Murrell

Live in Milwaukee, WI, with husband and cats

Have taught for Kaplan for 7 terms

Also teach art history at area university and local art college

Write art and culture articles for local publications

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Office HoursOffice Hours

AIM Office hours by appointment.

Contact Me

kmurrell@kaplan.edu

AIM Instant Messanger: katherinemurrell

Contact informationContact information

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Syllabus and Policies

In this course we will explore the impact of creative expression on cultures from the beginning of the 20th century to present.

By studying examples from the arts and humanities, students investigate how humans have the potential to shape history.

Students develop skills to evaluate and analyze forms of creative expression, and discover how to apply these skills to their career goals, community, and daily experience.

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Syllabus and Policies

Course Outcomes: By the end of this course, you should be able

to:1. HU 300:01 Analyze  selected  examples  of

 human  expression 2. HU 300: 02. Examine  the  impact  of

 human  expressions  on  contemporary  culture  

3. HU 300: 03. Relate  forms  of  human  expression  to  our  lives  today

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Syllabus and Policies

Late Assignments:All unit assignments (projects, quizzes,

discussion, seminar, etc.) are due Tuesday by 11:59 pm ET of the unit assigned.

Extenuating Circumstances: If you have extenuating circumstances that prevent you from completing projects, quizzes, seminars or participating in the class, please contact the professor to discuss alternative arrangements.

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Syllabus and Policies

PROJECTS: All projects are due by 11:59 PM ET of Tuesday of the unit for which they are assigned. For the specifics of which projects are due for each unit consult the Course Calendar and for the specifics of how projects will be graded consult the appropriate Rubrics.

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HU 300:Assignments

Unit 2 Project: Art and Architecture Unit 4 Project: Music Unit 7 Project: Happiness Unit 9 Final Project: Virtual Time Capsule

Be sure to review project instructions for specific details about length and format for each project.

Projects are due by 11:59pm ET at the end of their respective units. Upload your work to the drop box for each.

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What are the Humanities?

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What are the Humanities?

literaturephilosophyhistoryarchitecturevisual artsdancemusic

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What are some things these subjects explore?

literaturephilosophyhistoryarchitecturevisual artsdancemusic

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What benefits might there be to studying these subjects?

literaturephilosophyhistoryarchitecturevisual artsdancemusic

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In what ways do we experience the humanities already?

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What are some of the activities that children enjoy?

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Do you have any of these areas as hobbies?

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What is critical thinking?

Auguste Rodin, The Thinker,1902

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What is critical thinking?

A well cultivated critical thinker:

•raises vital questions and problems, formulating

them clearly and precisely;

•gathers and assesses relevant information, using

abstract ideas to interpret it effectively;

•comes to well-reasoned conclusions and

solutions, testing them against relevant criteria

and standards;

•thinks openmindedly within alternative systems

of thought, recognizing and assessing, as need

be, their assumptions, implications, and practical

consequences; and

•communicates effectively with others in figuring

out solutions to complex problems.

Source: http://www.criticalthinking.org

Auguste Rodin, The Thinker,1902

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What is critical thinking?

Auguste Rodin, The Thinker,1902

Critical thinking is, in short, self-directed, self-

disciplined, self-monitored, and self-corrective

thinking.

It requires rigorous standards of excellence and

mindful command of their use.

It entails effective communication and problem

solving abilities and a commitment to overcoming

our native egocentrism and sociocentrism.

Source: http://www.criticalthinking.org

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A QUESTION... During a world fair a group of scientists were

exhibiting their advances in genetic engineering. There were cross-breeds of various bulls, cows, and other domestic farm animals. Featured in the exhibit were several oversized prize turkeys.

One afternoon during the show, a woman walked up to the exhibit, shot the turkeys, and ran out of the building. Although she was known to a number of people, nobody made any attempt to stop her. Why?

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A QUESTION... During a world fair a group of scientists were

exhibiting their advances in genetic engineering. There were cross-breeds of various bulls, cows, and other domestic farm animals. Featured in the exhibit were several oversized prize turkeys.

One afternoon during the show, a woman walked up to the exhibit, shot the turkeys, and ran out of the building. Although she was known to a number of people, nobody made any attempt to stop her. Why?

The woman shot the turkeys with a camera. She was a journalist with a deadline.

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A QUESTION... During a world fair a group of scientists were

exhibiting their advances in genetic engineering. There were cross-breeds of various bulls, cows, and other domestic farm animals. Featured in the exhibit were several oversized prize turkeys.

One afternoon during the show, a woman walked up to the exhibit, shot the turkeys, and ran out of the building. Although she was known to a number of people, nobody made any attempt to stop her. Why?

The woman shot the turkeys with a camera. She was a journalist with a deadline.

What steps did you take to answer?

What did you need to know to answer?

What occluded (blocked) your

thinking?

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HU 300 What skills could you learn from the Humanities that would make you a more effective critical thinker?

Auguste Rodin, The Thinker,1902

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WHAT STEPS CAN I TAKE TO BECOME AN EFFECTIVE CRITICAL THINKER?

Portrait of a husband and wife from Pompeii, Italy, ca. 70-79 CE.

Clarify your thinking state one point at a time give examples or use analogies to show what you

mean

Stick to the point be mindful of the main problem or question where is your attention focused?

Question questions what information do we need to answer the

question? are there alternative ways to address the

question?

Be reasonable consider other points of view avoid jumping to conclusions

Source: Edler, L. and Paul, R. “Becoming a Critic of Your Thinking.” (n.d.). Retrieved 5/7/10 from http://www.criticalthinking.org/articles/becoming-a-critic.cfm

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How might a study of the Humanities impact your future and career goals?

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Thanks for a great seminar!