College of Arts and Sciences Education

ART APPRECIATION – Course Syllabus

COURSE INFORMATION
1. Course Number : GE 7
2. Course Name : Art Appreciation
3. Course Description :Art Appreciation is a three-unit course that develops students’
ability to appreciate, analyze, and critique. Through interdisciplinary
and multimodal approaches, this course equips students with a
broad knowledge of Nature of art and humanities, functions of art
and its different theories, principles and elements. Knowledge on
the different branches of arts like painting, architecture, sculpture,
dance, music, theater, drama, cinema, photography. The course
aims to develop students’ inner life, increase their awareness of and
sensitivity to the state of arts and culture, more particularly, the
Philippine arts.
4. Pre-requisite : None
5. Co-requisite : None
6. Credit : 3.0 units
7. Class schedule : 6 hours per week

At the end the undergraduate program, the students are expected to:

1. Exhibit proficient and effective communication;

2. Demonstrate critical, analytical, and creative thinking;

3. Rationally evaluate Filipino historical and cultural values;

4. Personally and meaningfully assess contemporary social issues;

5. Manifest the ability to appreciate artistic beauty through objective evaluation of works of art; and

6. Rationally evaluate moral norms/imperatives as they affect individuals and society.

Upon completion of the course, the students are expected to: General Education SOs
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
CO1 Identify the basic elements and principles of Visual Arts to fully E E E
understand its meaning and value.

CO2 Exemplify creativity and imaginative ability which are essential in E E E

appreciating culture, traditions, beliefs and life in general;

CO3 Produce creative presentations using the different facilities of arts; and E E E

CO4 Apply analytical and critical skills in describing, comparing, critiquing E E E

and deliberating both Visual Arts & Performing Arts.

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HUM 2 – Art Appreciation
College of Arts and Sciences Education
ART APPRECIATION – Course Syllabus
1. Proficient and effective
communication (writing,
speaking, and use of new
technologies);
2. Critical, analytical, and
creative thinking;
3. Self-assuredness in
knowing and being a
Filipino;
4. Ability to contribute
personally and
meaningfully to the
country’s development;
5. Ability to appreciate and
contribute to artistic
beauty;
6. Ability to reflect on moral
norms/imperatives as they
affect individuals and
society; and
7. Capacity to personally
interpret the human
experience.
Revision No. 2
1. Identify the basic elements and
principles of both Visual Arts &
Performing Arts and to fully
understand its meaning and
GeneralCourse Outcomes
Education of Outcomes
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value.
2. Exemplify creativity and
imaginative ability which are
essential in appreciating culture,
traditions, beliefs and life in
general.
3. Produce creative presentations
using the different facilities of
arts.
4. Apply analytical and critical
skills in describing, comparing,
critiquing and deliberating both
Visual Arts & Performing Arts.
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CO and Assessment task alignment

Assessment Task
CO Theory-based Practice-based Assessment Coverage
Schedule
1. Identify the basic elements and Written Exam 1. Artwork First Exam Chapter 1 and 2
principles of Visual Arts to fully pp. 2-41
understand its meaning and value.

2. Exemplify creativity and Written Exam 1. Art Exhibit Second Exam Chapter 3 and 4
imaginative ability which are pp. 42-125
essential in appreciating culture,
traditions, beliefs and life in general.
3. Produce creative presentations Written Exam 1. Mimicry Third Exam Chapter 5,6, and 7
using the different facilities of arts. 2. Variety Show pp. 126-217

4. Develop analytical and critical Written Exam 1. Art Gallery Fourth Exam Chapter 8 and 9
skills in describing, comparing, pp. 218-260
critiquing and deliberating both
Visual Arts & Performing Arts.

*Final assessment will be written examination.

Assessment Task Details (Theory-based)
Assessment Coverage Assessment Details
Schedule Task

First Exam Chapter 1: pp. 2-17 Written Exam You are expected to demonstrate deep knowledge on the Elements of
Chapter 2: pp. 18-41 Arts, Subject Matter, Philosophies and Theories of Art. The discussion
also includes the Society, Art, Art Genres.
(Assignments and quizzes will be given as part of your assessment.)
Second Chapter 3: pp. 42-79 Written Exam You are expected to demonstrate deep knowledge on the Elements of
Exam Chapter 4: pp. 80-125 Visual Arts, Principles of Composition,Art Material and Processes,
 andSubject Matter and Visual Art Forms.The discussion also includes the
Architecture and its elements and principles, Subject Matter and
Architectural Forms, and the Architecture of Classical West, Greece, and
Rome.
(Assignments and quizzes will be given as part of your assessment.)
Third Exam Chapter 5: pp. 126-157 Written Exam You are expected to demonstrate deep knowledge on the Elements of
Chapter 6: pp. 158-181 Music, Principles of Composition, Subject Matter and Musical Art Forms,
Chapter 7: pp. 182-217 Music in the Christian Era, 4th to 14th century. The discussion also includes
the Dance Arts and its Elements, Principles, and Subject Matter.
Furthermore,the Theatrical Arts and its Elements, Principles, and Subject
Matter will be discussed.
(Assignments and quizzes will be given as part of your assessment.)
Final Exam Chapter 8: pp. 218-245 Written Exam You are expected to demonstrate deep knowledge on Cinematic Art,
Chapter 9: pp. 246-260 Elements of Film, Subject Matter and Film Forms, Video Making and Film
Making. The discussion also includes the Professional Practices such as
Curatorship, Negotiating Art, and Forgery and Looted Art.
(Assignments and quizzes will be given as part of your assessment.)

Assessment Task Details (Practice/Performance-based)

Assessment Coverage Assessment Task Details

Schedule
First Exam Chapter 1 and 2 Artwork  In this task, you are required to create a piece of artwork. The purpose of this
pp. 2-41 task is for you to demonstrate creativity and comprehensive understanding on
the subject of arts and the methods of presenting these subjects.
 You have to choose your subject (e.g. Still Life, Animals, or Everyday Life) and
decide what method to use in presenting your subject (e.g. Realism, Abstraction,
or Distortion.)
 Materials needed are following: 1/8 illustration board, coloring materials (e.g.
crayons/water color) and pencil. You may also bring other necessary artwork
materials like scissors etc.
  The artwork will be on-the-spot and should only be done inside the classroom.
You will be graded according to the following criteria: (see rubric attached):
1. Layout Design (10 points)
2. Presentation (10 points)
3. Message (10 points)
4. Organization (10 points)
5. Accuracy (10 points)
Second Chapter 3 and 4 Art Exhibit
Exam pp. 42-125  In this task, you are required to show off your artwork creation (e.g.drawings,
paintings, sculptures, interior designs, etc.). The purpose of this task is for you to
produce creative presentations using the different facilities of arts.
 You will be graded accordingly to the kind of artwork you produce.

Painting/Drawing
1. Layout Design (10 points)
2. Presentation (10 points)
3. Message (10 points)
4. Organization (10 points)
5. Accuracy (10 points)

Sculpture/Carving

1. Craftsmanship (10 points)

2. Concept (10 points)
3. Composition (10 points)
4. Organization (10 points)
5. Display (10 points)

Interior Design

1. Organization (10 points)

2. Concept (10 points)
 3. Materials (10 points)
4. Creativity (10 points)
5. Craftsmanship (10 points)

Third Exam Chapter 5,6, and 7  Mimicking  You have to mimic your favorite artist/personality (singer, dancer, actor/actress,
pp. 126-217 Different etc.), character in a story, or an individual (locally or internationally). You can
Personalities present individually or by group.
or Story  The purpose of this task is for you to demonstrate creativity and apply the
theories on both Visual Arts & Performing Arts.
Characters
 You will be given 2 days to complete this task and present in front of the class (1-2
minutes presentation).
 You will be graded according to the following criteria (see rubric attached):

Mimicry
1. Projection – (10 Points)
2. Expression/Gestures – (10 Points)
3. Understanding Of Role – (10 Points)
4. Audience Participation – (10 Points)
5. Props And Costume – (10 Points)

 The purpose of this task is for you to demonstrate creativity and apply the
theories on both Visual Arts & Performing Arts.
 Variety Show  You will be given 2 weeks to complete this task and present in front of the class.
 You will be graded according to the following criteria (see rubric attached):

Dance Presentation
1. Structure/Craft (10 Points)
2. Choreography (10 Points)
3. Time/Dynamics (10 Points)
4. Motivation/Movement Intention (10 Points)
5. Props And Costumes (10 Points)
 Drama Presentation
1. Projection – (10 Points)
2. Expression/Gestures – (10 Points)
3. Understanding Of Role – (10 Points)
4. Audience Participation – (10 Points)
5. Props And Costume – (10 Points)
Music Presentation
1. Energy And Projection– (10 Points)
2. Diction And Expression– (10 Points)
3. Pitch Accuracy And Tone Quality– (10 Points)
4. Correct Rhythm– (10 Points)
5. Props And Costumes– (10 Points)

Fourth Exam Chapter 8 and 9  Art Gallery •In this task, you are going to collect artworks of different periods and movements.
pp. 218-260 The purpose of this task is to facilitate an art gallery to show off the artworks’
history and significance.
•The activity should only be done inside the classroom. You will be graded according
to the following criteria.

1. Concept (10 points)

2. Display (10 points)
3. Creativity (10 points)
4. Organization (10 points)
5. Accuracy (10 points)
8. COURSE OUTLINE AND TIME FRAME

TIME
TOPICS FOR FIRST EXAMINATION TLA Required Readings
FRAME
Week 1  Classroom orientation (University  Lecture (PPT) Javellana, R. (2018).
to Policies; PEOs, SOs, Cos; Core  Film Viewing: The Understanding, Valuing, and
Week 3 values; and G-Factor) Miracle Worker Living Art.
(Helen Keller
PART ONE
Story)
 Chapter 1: Orientation to Art  Oral recitation
 Chapter 2: Society, Art, and Art  Artwork
Genres Presentation

TOPICS FOR SECOND EXAMINATION

Week 4 PART ONE (Cont.)  Lecture (PPT) Javellana, R. (2018).

to  Oral recitation Understanding, Valuing, and
Week 5  Chapter 3: The Visual Arts  Art Exhibit Living Art.
-The Ancient Past
 Chapter 4: The Architectural Arts
-Classical West, Greece and Ancient
Rome

TOPICS FOR THIRD EXAMINATION

Week 6  Lecture (PPT) Javellana, R. (2018).

PART ONE (Cont.)  Oral recitation Understanding, Valuing, and
To  Art Gallery Living Art.
 Chapter 5: Musical Arts
Week 7 -Christian Era, 4th to 14th Century
 Chapter 6: The Dance Arts
-The Renaissance
 Chapter 7: Theatrical Arts
-Baroque and Rococo

TOPICS FOR FOURTH EXAMINATION

 Week 8  Chapter 8: The Cinematic Art  Lecture (PPT) Javellana, R. (2018).
-Romanticism and Modernity  Oral recitation Understanding, Valuing, and
to  Mimicking (Story Living Art.
 Chapter 9: Professional Practice Characters/Differ
Week 9 -Post-World War II to 21st Century ent Personalities)
 Variety Show

9. TEXTBOOK:

 Javellana, R. (2018). Understanding, Valuing, and Living Art: Art Appreciation for College. Davao City:
Vibal Group, Inc.

10. REFERENCES:

 Adajar, C. &Corbita, D. (2016) Art in a Capsule: Introduction to Painting, Sculpture and

Architecture.Malabon City: Mutya Publishing House.
 Baesa, S. (2015) The Aesthetic experience: An Introduction to Humanities. Metro Manila:
Grandbooks Publishing.
 Bromberg, A. (2013) The arts of India, Southeast Asia, and the Himalayas at the Dallas Museum of
Art. New Haven : Yale University Press.
 Tarasov, O. (2012) Framing Russian Art: From Early Icons to Malevich. Retrieved June 3, 2016 from
http://site.ebrary.com/lib/uniofmindanao/detail.action?docID=10538354.
 Valli, M. (2013) Walk the Line: The Art of Drawing. London : Lawrence King.

11. COURSE EVALUATION:

Assessment Methods
Weights
EXAMINATIONS

A. Exam 1 – 3 30%
12.POLICIES AND GUIDELINES:
B. Final Exam 30%
a. Attendance is counted from the first regular class meeting.
b. A validated student identification card must always by worn be all students while attending classes.
CLASS PARTICIPATIONS
c. Cheating is strictly prohibited. Any form of dishonesty shall be dealt with accordingly. Honesty is
calledC.for at Quizzes
all times. 10%
d. Valid examination permits are necessary in taking the examinations as scheduled. CELLULAR
PHONESD. or anyRequirements/Projects
ELECTRONIC GADGETS and PRESCRIBED PRC CALCULATORS 15% are NOT allowed during
EXAMINATIONS.
e. Base-15E. grading
Oralpolicy
recitation
should be observed. Students who obtained 10%failing scores in major exams are
recommended to attend the tutorial class.
F. Assignments 5%

Total 100%
 Prepared by: Reviewed by:

EDWIN L. NEBRIA, EdD

Fabiana T. Epondulan, PhD Chair, Language Discipline
Faculty

Kenneth P. Sumatra
Faculty

References reviewed by:

VIRGINIA CAINTIC
AVP – LIC

Recommending Approval: Approved by:

KHRISTINE MARIE D. CONCEPCION, PhD RONNIE V. AMORADO, PhD

Dean, College of Arts and Sciences Education SVP, Academic Planning and Services (Main)