DGS120 — Society and the Arts
DGS 120 - Society and the Arts DGS 120 - Society and the Arts 5 Credits Examines a theme through significant works of literature, visual art, music, and/or film. Theme varies, but it is always related to at least one of the following: groups historically marginalized on the basis of culture, race/ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, class or disability; and/or a culture or society traditionally underrepresented in the curriculum, e.g., cultures of Africa, Asia, the Pacific Islands, Native America, Latin America and the Middle East. Focus is on expressions of identity and resistance to discrimination and stereotyping. Course Note (Previously CGG 115 and DGS 115) Fees Quarters Typically all Day Winter Day Spring Day Designed to Serve General student body. Active Date 2010-01-01 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 38 Shared Learning Environment Yes Lecture 55 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0 Total Degree Distributions: AA Diversity & Globalism Humanities Area I Course Outline 1) Discussion of cultural, historical, social and political context for the artistic works and their production. 2) Discussion of elements and principles of composition relevant for the works under discussion. 3) Analysis of artistic works given the theme. Student Learning