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Course Criteria
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4.00 Credits
Prereq.: Arabic 101 or equivalent. Continuation of Arabic 101. An introductory course in Modern Standard Arabic. Beginning skills are developed in the areas of listening, speaking, reading, writing, and culture. Assumes a basic familiarity with the Arabic language and uses a student-centered approach to complete the introduction of grammatical structures & sound patterns of Arabic, with attention to mastery of writing the Arabic script, proficiency in reading various scripts, pronunciation and listening comprehension at normal conversational speed. There will be significant discussion of Middle Eastern Islamic Culture as well. Supplemented by assigned work outside class.
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4.00 Credits
The principle aim of this course and its continuation is to solidify and build upon the skills acquired in Arabic 101 and 102. Aims to expand vocabulary and to further develop the four skills: listening, reading, writing and speaking. Lessons focus on conversation, reading and listening comprehension and introducing more complex grammatical structures, including poetry. There will be increasing material on Middle Eastern Islamic Culture presented. Supplemented by assigned work outside class.
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Introduces the history of art based on the worldclass museum collections in the Boston area. Includes slide lectures and weekly field trips to Boston-area museums and galleries, including the Museum of Fine Arts, Harvard Art Museums, the Institute of Contemporary Art, the Gardner Museum, and others. Not be counted towards the art major.
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Introduces basic pictorial concepts and techniques while investigating or interpreting sources such as portraits, landscapes, still life, and interior and architectural space. Uses slides, critique,and homework assignments to expand on skills developed in class and provide insight into the cultural and historical context in which stylistic development takes place. Requires no previous studio experience.
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Investigates the role of color in perception and in pictorial structure through studio work in painting. Also uses slides to depict works of art from different periods and cultures and considers the relation between the cultural and historical situation of the artistic and stylistic development. Requires no previous experience, although ART 111 is strongly encouraged.
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4.00 Credits
Presents a variety of basic printmaking processes including wood block, calligraphy, drypoint etching, stenciling, embossing, and monotypes. These techniques will be used to explore the transformation of drawings, designs, and ideas into prints.
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4.00 Credits
Introduces students to a hands-on experience with the design and creation of small abstract sculpture. Explores a broad range of natural and manufactured materials (found and neglected objects, wood, metal, plastics, etc.) and sometimes combines them to create wall hangings, mobiles, reliefs, and free-standing sculptures. Requires no previous studio experience.
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4.00 Credits
Introduces creative bookmaking as a form of visual expression with an emphasis on printmaking. Addresses the book as an art object. Students will be introduced to several ways of making books, unique construction, and basic hand-printing methods. Emphasizes thinking visually about content. Lynch.
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4.00 Credits
Teaches the art and craft of contemporary black and- white photography. Emphasizes how to use a camera, develop negatives, and make prints in the traditional darkroom. Students will learn to create images that are visually powerful and significant to the photographer and her audience.
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