OAKTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE
HUMANITIES 142 COURSE SYLLABUS
1. Course Course Course
Prefix Number Name Credit Lecture Lab
HUM 142 Women & Creativity 3 3
0
(Women’s and Gender Studies Concentration)
2. Prerequisites
None
3. Course
(Catalog) Description
Course explores selected creative work done by
women. Content includes literature, art, music, film, and philosophy; may also
explore women’s creativity as manifested through shaping of community and
domestic institutions, and through domestic arts. Focus may be either
historical or contemporary. IAI HF 907D
4. Learning
Objectives
After
completing the course students should be able to:
a.
Develop
an understanding of the contributions made by women in at least three areas of
creative endeavor.
b.
Analyze
the nature and process of creativity, particularly as they relate to women and
their experiences.
c.
Develop
interpretations of creative work and offer support for their interpretations
both orally and in writing.
d.
Explore
the ways in which the creativity of women has been limited by their social,
political and economic circumstances and the strategies employed by women to
overcome these limitations.
e.
Develop
their abilities to appreciate and respond to creative work and explore ways to
develop their own creativity.
f.
Exhibit
an understanding of the creative contributions of women not only within the
context of Western civilization but also within the rich traditions of world
cultures.
g.
Identify
and debate the ideas, values and/or political views advocated in the works
assigned.
H. Exhibit
values related to teamwork and collaboration, fostered by the pedagogy of
shared-inquiry and critical dialogue appropriate to the humanities and
philosophy.
5. Academic
Integrity
Students and employees at Oakton Community College are
required to demonstrate academic integrity and follow Oakton’s Code of Academic
Conduct. This code prohibits:
·
cheating,
·
plagiarism
(turning in work not written by you, or lacking proper citation),
·
falsification
and fabrication (lying or distorting the truth),
·
helping
others to cheat,
·
unauthorized
changes on official documents,
·
pretending
to be someone else or having someone else pretend to be you,
·
making
or accepting bribes, special favors, or threats, and
·
any
other behavior that violates academic integrity.
There are serious consequences to violations of the
academic integrity policy. Oakton’s policies and procedures provide students a
fair hearing if a complaint is made against you. If you are found to have
violated the policy, the minimum penalty is failure on the assignment and, a
disciplinary record will be established and kept on file in the office of the
Vice President for Student Affairs for a period of 3 years. Details of the Code
of Academic Conduct can be found in the Student Handbook.
6. Outline of Topics
See attached Tentative Course
Schedule
7. Methods
of Instruction
a.
Lectures
and class discussion
b.
Small
group work
c.
Films,
online articles and other materials
d.
Attendance
at public forums, workshops or presentations
e.
Guest
speakers
8. Course
Practices Required
A. College-level Reading of scholarly
articles, literary works, etc.
B. Writing (minimum 15 pages)
C. Basic Computer Literacy
D. Email
E. Observation and analytical skills
F. Critical Thinking
G. Memorization of information
H. OCC Event: 4/21-Art & Activism Event: Keynote:
Strike Anywhere
I.
OCC WHM
Keynote Address: 3/22- Amy Richards/Gloria Steinem
J.
OCC WHM
Events: Rosa Luxemburg (3/8) or Kita y
Fernanda (3/1-3/11)
Participation/Attendance:
This
course resembles the “seminar” more than the “lecture,” and therefore
particularly depends on the students arriving on time and prepared, and
volunteering their experience, knowledge, and viewpoints in large and small
groups, discussions, and exercises
Written
Work:
All
written work must be typed, double
spaced, 12 pt font, 1 inch margins, page #’s and written with proper grammar
and spelling. If submitted electronically they must be in a .doc or. docx,
otherwise papers will not be accepted. I
will only accept hard copies of written work on the date the assignments are
due. Exceptions are made in emergency situations and must be
pre-approved by the instructor.
Late
Work Policy
A
student is responsible for all work missed during an absence. It is the student’s responsibility to obtain
any missed notes, assignments, or information in the event of an absence. I
recommend you exchange contact information with someone in class in order to
get missed information in the event of an absence. A student who anticipates an absence should notify the instructor
or academic department prior to the absence.
Work is
due whether or not you are present in class.
Assignments will lose 1 letter grade if submitted late. I do not accept
any late assignments that is more than ONE WEEK late. Additionally, I DO NOT
allow revisions on papers or exams.
If
necessary and with proper documentation students in unforeseen circumstances
may make up a missed exam. Make up exams will be held in the
Any exceptions to the above late assignment
policy will be made solely at the discretion of the instructor and will be
considered only in the most serious circumstances.
Extra
Credit:
There
will be ample extra credit opportunities throughout the semester. I will
announce these opportunities in class and via email. Students can earn points by attending outside
events and writing a short response paper on their experience. Students can earn up to 4 points in extra credit for the semester.
Email:
It is extremely important that students check
email regularly. After the 1st day of class students must update
their preferred email address in Oakton’s Banner. Likewise, email should be
checked prior to coming to class for any changes to the course schedule,
announcements, and other course related events.
Assignment Requirements:
Semester-long Poem Project (50 pts)
Students will participate in a
three- part, semester-long project in which they explore various forms of
visual and performing art. Further details of the project will be provided in
class.
The Guerilla Girls Research Assignment (100 pts)
Students will research selected
artists from the GG text. Then present their research in small groups to
the class. This assignment will be discussed in further
detail. A detailed handout will be provided.
Reaction Papers: Film, Art &
Activism/WHM Events (75pts 3 @ 25 pts each)
You will
be responsible for writing 3 short (3 pages) papers on various units throughout
the semester.
You should discuss main themes, compare and
contrast the works, and write about your personal
response
to the works. Further details will be
discussed in class.
WHM Keynote- Amy Richards/Gloria Steinem Assignment (100
pts)
Students
are required to attend OCC’s Women’s History Month event (3/22 @7pm DP) "An
Evening with Amy Richards”, one of the founders of the feminist third-wave.
This event will feature a talk by Richards, along with a special
screening of the HBO documentary,” Gloria Steinem: In Her Own Words", for
which Richards served as a consultant. We will conclude with a panel
discussion on the topic "Feminism--Where Have We Been and Where Are We
Going?” facilitated by Richards and comprised of students in the WGS Program. Students will write a 4-5page report on different aspects
of the event. A detailed handout will be provided.
Exam (50 pts)
Students will have 1 exam that
will be a combination of multiple choice, short answer, and essay
questions to test your retention
of knowledge, in addition to your ability to critically think and engage
with texts, authors, and ideas
Half the Sky Project (100pts)
In the spirit of Half the Sky by
Kristoff & WuDunn, you will design a art project based on social justice issue
of your choice that affects women and children in contemporary society.
Additionally, you will write a short artist statement and present your creative
project in a 10-15 minute presentation during finals. Students will have a
great deal of flexibility in choosing their topics and art forms and must
submit a proposal by Week 6. A
detailed handout on this assignment will be given at a later date.
9. Instructional
Materials (Students
are expected to buy/rent the following texts or borrow
them from
a library (or a friend) during the times they are needed).
Half the Sky by Kristof & WuDunn ISBN 9780307387097
The
Purity Myth by Jessica Valenti ISBN9781580053143
Guerilla Girls Bedside Companion to
Western Art ISBN 014025997X
Embroideries
by Marjane Satrapi ISBN 9780375714672
Online articles, videos, and
resources
Films, novels, essays, short stories
10. Methods of Evaluating Student Progress
Final
course grade will be calculated as follows:
25
pts- Quizzes, Homework, & Participation
50
pts- Semester long Poem Project
50
pts- EXAM
75
pts- Reaction Papers (3 @25 pts)
100
pts-WHM Keynote: Amy Richards/Gloria Steinem Paper
100
pts- Guerilla Girls Research Assignment
100
pts- Half The Sky Project & Paper
SCALE:
500-450 pts= A; 449-400= B; 399-350= C; 349-300= D;
299 or less= F
11. Other Course Information:
Instructor Information
Instructor: Angela Koon Office: A213 (Group Offices)
Semester: Spring, 2012 Office Phone: 847.635.1435
(lv.message) e-mail: akoon@oakton.edu Office
Hours:
website: http://www.oakton.edu/user/1/akoon/ T& TH 8:00-9:15 am
Women’s and Gender Studies: T&TH 1:50-2:50 pm OR by appointment.
http://www.oakton.edu/academics/special_programs/wom_gen_studies/index.php
Cell Phones, PDA’s, and Laptops
Silence and put away phones when you come to class. NO
TEXTING IN CLASS!
If you are using a laptop to take
notes while in class I expect that you will not be playing
games, surfing the net, or doing
other non-class related activities. If I find that you are doing any of
these I will ask you to forego the
use of your laptop in class for the duration of the semester.
Discrimination
The Oakton Community College
Catalog states:
“Oakton Community College does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national
origin, disability, age, sex,
sexual orientation, or marital status in admission to and participation in its
educational programs, activities
and service, or employment practices.
The College does not tolerate
sexual harassment or sexual
assault by or of its students or employees.”
Climate for Learning
In keeping with this policy of
tolerance and non-discrimination, in this class all of us (myself included)
should strive to listen and give
careful consideration to all ideas expressed in class, especially those
that are different from our own,
without attacking or demeaning the people who have those views.
We should also strive to avoid
using insulting terms or remarks when talking to or about individuals or
groups.
Disabilities
If you have a documented learning,
psychological, or physical disability, you may be entitled to
reasonable academic accommodations
or services. To request accommodations
or services, contact
the ASSIST office in Instructional
Support Services, area 2400. All
students are expected to fulfill
essential course
requirements. The College will not waive
any essential skills or requirements of a
course or degree program. Please make your instructor aware of any
documented disability you may
have so that she may assist in
these accommodations.
Spring 2012 Academic
Calendar—Key Dates
January 17
Spring 2012 semester classes begin
February 12
Last day to withdraw from 16-week courses and have
course dropped
from record.
February 12
Last day to change to audit for 16-week
courses
February 19
Incomplete (I) grades from fall 2011
semester for which faculty have
not submitted final grades
will become an "F" after this date.
February 20
Presidents' Day holiday, College closed.
March 11
Last day to withdraw with a "W" from
16-week courses; Students will
receive a grade in all
courses in which they are enrolled after March 11.
March 12 – 18
Spring recess
May 10, 11
Evaluation Days†
May 11
Last day of student attendance
ALL STUDENTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR COURSE GUIDELINES, AS SET FORTH IN
THIS SYLLABUS. PLEASE REVIEW THE
SYLLABUS, ON A REGULAR BASIS.