Assignment
Required ResourcesRead/review the following resources for this activi
Assignment
Required ResourcesRead/review the following resources for this activity:
Textbook: Chapter 14
Lesson
Minimum of 1 primary sources (artist statement)
Minimum of 1 scholarly source (in addition to the textbook – from critic)
TEXTBOOK:Title: Humanities Through the ArtsAuthors: F. DAVID. JACOBUS MARTIN (LEE.), MARTINPublisher: McGraw-Hill EducationPublication Date: 2018-01-12APA CITATION: Martin, F. D., & Jacobus, L. A. (2018). The humanities through the arts. New York: McGraw-Hill Education.
InstructionsAlthough social justice art is not a topic exclusive to the 20th and 21st centuries, the distribution of information regarding controversial art with gender, race, sexual, and/or environmental themes has increased with the proliferation of media. Choose an example of a social justice work of art from the 20th or 21st centuries from any discipline of the humanities (music, literature, sculpture, film, television, etc.). Then, address the following:
Identify the work and the medium.
Based on your example, to what extent does this work of art make a social contribution?
What aesthetic value does the work have? How does it reflect the human condition? How does it relate to your life?
Has this work ever been censored? If so, explain the circumstances.
Are governments ever justified in censoring art? Why or why not?
Examine some of the influences of this work of art. What was the public reaction to this work? Does it effectively portray its message?
Argue whether or not this work should be considered art. Explain why using terms learned in this course.
Include an accompanying statement from the artist(s) and a statement from a critic to support your points.
Writing Requirements (APA format)Length: 1.5-2 pages (not including title page or references page)
1-inch margins
Double spaced
12-point Times New Roman font
Title page
References page (minimum of 1 scholarly source and 1 primary source)
GradingThis activity will be graded based on the W7 Essay Grading Rubric.
OutcomesCO 2: Analyze the content, forms, and/or techniques of a work of art (e.g., architecture, fine art, literature, and/or drama). CO 4: Classify works of art using different approaches (by discipline, genre, style, period, etc.) in order to contextualize the works and relate them to a variety of influences.
CO 6: Examine the relationship between aesthetics, art, and life.
Due DateBy 11:59 p.m. MT on Sunday
Rubric
W7 Essay Grading Rubric
W7 Essay Grading Rubric
CriteriaRatingsPts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLength
5 ptsMeets length requirement
0 ptsDoes not meet length requirement
5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent
35 ptsSubmission addresses all aspects of the assignment.
29.75 ptsSubmission addresses most aspects of the assignment.
26.25 ptsSubmission addresses some aspects of the assignment.
21 ptsSubmission addresses few aspects of the assignment.
0 ptsNo effort
35 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis
35 ptsPaper provides an in-depth analysis of the artwork showing a clear understanding of the work, the social justice issue surrounding it, and how if it fits into a definition of art.
29.75 ptsPaper provides an strong analysis of the play(s) showing a good understanding of the work, the social justice issue surrounding it, and how if it fits into a definition of art, but it could include additional details for support of points or to make analysis clearer.
26.25 ptsPaper provides an in-depth analysis of the play(s) showing a good understanding of the work, the social justice issue surrounding it, and how if it fits into a definition of art, but examination could be refined and more in depth.
21 ptsAnalysis of the artwork is limited or unclear, lacking details and support.
0 ptsNo effort
35 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSource Integration
5 ptsPaper includes reference to scholarly sources within the essay and properly integrates the source.
3.75 ptsPaper includes reference to scholarly sources within the essay but does not properly integrate the source.
0 ptsPaper does not make reference to scholarly sources.
5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeClarity & Flow
10 ptsThe writing contains strong word choice that clarifies ideas and masterful sentence variety that aids with the flow of ideas.
8.5 ptsThe writing contains varied word choice and sentence structures that clarify ideas and aid with the flow of ideas.
7.5 ptsThe writing contains word choice and sentence structures that can be revised for better clarification of ideas and flow of ideas.
6 ptsThe writing contains wording and sentence structures that are awkward and/or unclear, impeding the clarity and flow of ideas.
0 ptsNo effort
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting: Mechanics & Usage
10 ptsThe writing is free of errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation that would detract from a clear reading of the paper.
8.5 ptsThe writing contains a few errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation, but the errors do not detract from a clear reading of the text.
7.5 ptsThe writing contains some errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation that need to be addressed for a clearer reading of the paper.
6 ptsThe writing contains several errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation that impede a clear reading of the paper.
0 ptsNo effort
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA Paper Format
5 ptsPaper is formatted to include all 5 of the following: title page, Times New Roman font, 12-point font, double spacing, and page numbers.
4.25 ptsPaper is formatted to include 4 of the following: title page, Times New Roman font, 12-point font, double spacing, and page numbers.
3.75 ptsPaper is formatted to include 3 of the following: title page, Times New Roman font, 12-point font, double spacing, and page numbers.
3 ptsPaper is formatted to include 2 of the following: title page, Times New Roman font, 12-point font, double spacing, and page numbers.
0 ptsPaper is formatted to include 1 or fewer of the following: title page, Times New Roman font, 12-point font, double spacing, and page numbers.
5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA: Citation and Reference Formatting
5 ptsAll references include complete bibliographic information for sources and are properly formatted using APA style.
4.25 ptsMost references include complete bibliographic information for sources are properly formatted using APA style.
3.75 ptsSome of the references include complete bibliographic information for sources are properly formatted using APA style.
3 ptsFew of the references include complete bibliographic information for sources are properly formatted using APA style.
0 ptsThere is no reference page.
5 pts
Total Points: 110