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Course Description Course Name : Introduction to Art Course Code : RS 127 Course Type : Optional Level of Course : First Cycle Year of Study : 1 Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks) ECTS : 2 Name of Lecturer(s) : Prof.Dr. BİRNUR ERALDEMİR Learning Outcomes of the Course : Knows that art is a form of existence. Distinguishes works of art. Perceives the social function of art. Recognises that art is a discipline. Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : To form a general perspective of art and concepts of art, and to give information about the artist, work of art, basic principles of art Course Contents : This course describes and explains what functions art performs and how it is defined based on its functions in connection with thought and belief systems that have prevailed in different historical periods. Besides, the ontological approach, which analyses art as an autonomous field of existence, is explained with reference to information object, aesthetic object, and aesthetic processes. In addition, problem of meaning in art is examined under the titles of subject, theme and content , along with image, allegory and basic elements of art object. Language of Instruction : Turkish Work Place : Department Classroom   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 Introduction Review of course content and references Lecturing 2 Change in The definition of Art through The Ages Reading relevant sorces Lecturing 3 Change in The definition of Art through The Ages Reading relevant sorces Lecturing 4 Ontological Definition of Art Objects Reading relevant sorces Lecturing 5 Information Object and Aesthetic Object Reading relevant sorces Lecturing 6 Objectivation in Art Reading relevant sorces Lecturing 7 Subjet-Object Relationship in Art Reading relevant sorces Lecturing 8 Midterm Exam Make midterm exam preparation Written Exam 9 How is ‘Meaning’ Formed in Art ? Reading relevant sorces Lecturing and slide presentation 10 What is Image? How Is Visual Image formed? Reading relevant sorces Lecturing and slide presentation 11 Metaphor and Allegory in Art Reading relevant sorces Lecturing and slide presentation 12 How Are The Subject, Theme and Content Designed? Reading relevant sorces Lecturing and slide presentation 13 Plastic Elements of Art Object: Line, Shade, Color and Texture Reading relevant sorces Lecturing and slide presentation 14 Plastic Elements of Art Object: Rhtym, Harmony and Gravity Reading relevant sorces Lecturing and slide presentation 15 Plastic Elements of Art Object: Forming and Composition Reading relevant sorces Lecturing and slide presentation 16/17 Final Exam Make final exam preparation Written Exam   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  Farago, F. 2006. Sanat. (Çev. Özcan Doğan). Ankara: Doğu Batı Yayınları.  Lenoir, B.2003. Sanat Yapıtı. (Çev. Aykut Derman). İstanbul: Yapı Kredi Yayınları.  Langer,K.,S.2011. Sanat Problemleri. İstanbul: Mitos-Boyut, TEM Yapım Yay. Ltd.  Mülayim, S. 1989. Sanata Giriş. Eskişehir. Bilim Teknik Yayınevi.  Tunalı, İ. 2002. Sanat Ontolojisi. İstanbul: İnkılâp Kitabevi  Kagan,S.M.2008. Estetik ve Sanat Notları. ( Çev. Aziz Çalışlar).İzmir: Karakalem Kitabevi  Afşar, T. 1998. Estetik. İstanbul: İnsancıl Yay.  Tunalı İ.2010. Estetik Beğeni. İstanbul: Remzi Kitabevi  Carroll,N. 2012. Sanat Felsefesi, Çağdaş Bir Giriş. (Çev. Güliz Korkmaz Tirkeş) Ankara: Ütopya  Gombrich, E. H. 1992. Sanat ve Yanılsama: Resim Yoluyla Betimlemenin Psikolojisi. (Çev. Ahmet Cemal). İstanbul: Remzi Kitabevi. Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 80     Homeworks/Projects/Others 1 20 Total 100 Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40   Final Assessments 100 Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60 Total 100   Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes # Key Learning Outcome Contribution* 1 Knows and uses methods, techniques and strategies used in teaching art education. 0 2 Gains the knowledge and skills to do creative work in the main fields of Art Education. 3 3 Explains the formation process and properties of human societies and civilizations. 1 4 Gains competence in the use and development of instructional materials. 0 5 Knows and applies basic concepts and principles of Fine Arts. 4 6 Identifies the developmental features of Primary Stage 1 and Stage 2 and secondary school students. 0 7 Recognises national and international cultural elements that affect teaching and production of art 5 8 Evaluates developments in Visual Arts Teaching in a multi-faceted manner of by means of scientific, artistic methods and techniques. 0 9 Uses relevant methods and techniques to improve/develop his/her students´ critical thinking, creative thinking and problem solving skills 3 10 Uses knowledge and techniques related to classroom management efficiently. 0 11 Uses the basic concepts of art education, and art education research process and techniques in accordance with developments. 2 12 Knows and uses the materials, methods and techniques used in the main fields of Plastic Arts. 4 13 Plans and programs teaching-learning processes in an effective way. 0 14 Develops skills for self-expression, independent thinking, and sense of social responsibility. 5 15 As a dynamic art educator, gains awareness, responsibility and skills in keeping track of the developments in information technologies. 0 16 Contributes to other disciplines with the help of his/her experience and knowledge. 5 17 Knows foreign language at a sufficient level required by the program. 0 18 Establishes effective and healthy relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administration. 0 19 Accepts each student as a whole considering affective, cognitive and psychomotor aspects. 5 20 Utilises museums, which are a historical and cultural inheritance, as an effective means of education and raises his/her students´ awareness of preserving and protecting cultural and historical values. 5 * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).   Student Workload - ECTS Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour) Course Related Works     Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 2 28     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 1 14 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 1 3 3     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 3 3     Final Exam 1 5 5 Total Workload: 53 Total Workload / 25 (h): 2.12 ECTS Credit: 2