ARTHC 300
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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.
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Effective Communication
Learning Outcome
Students will become capable of refined oral expression and presentational abilities.
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Writing About the Arts
Learning Outcome
Students will master several art historical modes of writing, including abstracts, practicums, and annotated bibliographies.
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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.
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Critical Thinking
Learning Outcome
Students will acquire an enhanced ability to think critically about the arts.
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Western Art Historiography
Learning Outcome
Students will become familiar with the historiography of western art history.
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Art Theory
Learning Outcome
Students will become acquainted with the major theoretical approaches used in art history.