ARTHC 300
Theory, Methodology, and Historiography of Art History
Comparative Arts and Letters
College of Humanities
Course Description
Historical foundations of the discipline; key theories and approaches informing current art historical practice.
When Taught
Contact Department
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Effective Communication
Learning Outcome
Students will become capable of refined oral expression and presentational abilities.
Title
Writing About the Arts
Learning Outcome
Students will master several art historical modes of writing, including abstracts, practicums, and annotated bibliographies.
Title
Art History in Contemporary Society
Learning Outcome
Students will gain an appreciation for the meaningfulness and relevancy of the discipline of art history in contemporary society.
Title
Critical Thinking
Learning Outcome
Students will acquire an enhanced ability to think critically about the arts.
Title
Western Art Historiography
Learning Outcome
Students will become familiar with the historiography of western art history.
Title
Art Theory
Learning Outcome
Students will become acquainted with the major theoretical approaches used in art history.
