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  Course Description
Course Name : Art Criticism

Course Code : RS 326

Course Type : Compulsory

Level of Course : First Cycle

Year of Study : 3

Course Semester : Spring (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 2

Name of Lecturer(s) : Instructor MELTEM GÖKMEN ARIOĞLU

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Learns the theories of art critique
Examines the works of art in terms of the content and format, and understands what the work of art is.
Creates an attitude of critical art

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : Understanding and interpreting art. Evaluation methods of the works of art.

Course Contents : The course includes the theories of art critique; the importance of art critique in visual arts education; different methods of art critique. .Samples will be used to explain how these art critique methods are used on the works of art.

Language of Instruction : Turkish

Work Place : Chapter Classroom


  Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities
Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 Giving information about the lesson’s subjects and structure, and eliciting students´ view regarding these. Preparation of the source list. Introduction. Question-answer
2 What is criticism in general sense? Interpretation of its relation with art criticism. Combining the information from different sources. Lecture and discussion
3 Explaining the relation between art critisicm with other disciplines (art philosophy, aesthetics, history of art). Combining the information from different sources Lecture and discussion
4 Historical process of art criticism. Combining the information from different sources Lecture and discussion
5 Theories of art criticism (reflection and interpretation theory and kinds of criticism). Combining the information from different sources. Lecture and discussion
6 Theories of art criticism (sembolist and objectivist centered theory and kinds of criticism). Combining the information from different sources. Lecture and discussion
7 Kinds of criticism (philosophical, ecstatic, technical etc.). Combining the information from different sources Lecture and discussion
8 Mid-term exam. Wtitten exam Exam
9 Value space in criticism ( value specification, proper justification). Combining the information from different sources Lecture and discussion
10 Importance and position of criticism in art education. Combining the information from different sources Lecture and discussion
11 Importance and position of criticism in art education. Combining the information from different sources Lecture and discussion
12 Practice of art criticism by examplified art productions (repoduction). Preparation of visuals and information. Presentations with students
13 Practice of art criticism by examplified art productions (repoduction). Preparation of visuals and information. Presentations with students
14 Practice of art criticism by examplified art productions (repoduction). Preparation of visuals and information Presentations with students
15 Practice of art criticism by examplified art productions (repoduction). Preparation of visuals and information Presentations with students
16/17 Practice of art criticism by examplified art productions (repoduction). Preparation of visuals and information Presentations with students


  Required Course Resources
Resource Type Resource Name
Recommended Course Material(s)  Bozkurt,Nejat.(1995).Sanat ve Estetik Kuramları.(2.basım)İsanbul:Sarmal Yayınevi.
 Ergüven,Mehmet.(2002).Yoruma Doğru.(2.basım).İstanbul:Yapı Kredi Yayınları.
 Erinç,Sıtkı M.(1995).Resmin Eleştirisi Üzerine.İstanbul:Hil Yayınları.
 İpşiroğlu,Nazan.(2000).Alımlama Boyutları ve Çeşitlemeleri Resim.İstanbul:Papirüs Yayınevi.
 Kuçuradi,İoannna.(1999).Sanata Felsefeyle Bakmak.Ankara:Ayraç Yayınevi.
 Moran,Berna.(1999).Edebiyat Kuramları ve Eleştiri.İstanbul:İletişim Yayınları.
Required Course Material(s)


  Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria
Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 50
    Homeworks/Projects/Others 1 50
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. 4
2 Gains the knowledge and skills to do creative work in the main fields of Art Education. 4
3 Explains the formation process and properties of human societies and civilizations. 5
4 Gains competence in the use and development of instructional materials. 4
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. 5
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. 5
9 Uses relevant methods and techniques to improve/develop his/her students´ critical thinking, creative thinking and problem solving skills 5
10 Uses knowledge and techniques related to classroom management efficiently. 4
11 Uses the basic concepts of art education, and art education research process and techniques in accordance with developments. 5
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. 4
14 Develops skills for self-expression, independent thinking, and sense of social responsibility. 4
15 As a dynamic art educator, gains awareness, responsibility and skills in keeping track of the developments in information technologies. 4
16 Contributes to other disciplines with the help of his/her experience and knowledge. 4
17 Knows foreign language at a sufficient level required by the program. 3
18 Establishes effective and healthy relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administration. 3
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) 1 2 2
    Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 6 6 36
Assesment Related Works
    Homeworks, Projects, Others 1 2 2
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 4 4
    Final Exam 1 4 4
Total Workload: 48
Total Workload / 25 (h): 1.92
ECTS Credit: 2