Etruscan and Roman Art and Architecture
ARTH 389
Instructor: Sinclair Bell
Mondays, 6 - 9 p.m., Class begins January 25 and ends May 3
At its territorial peak, the Roman Empire controlled approximately 6,500,000 km of land surface, stretching from Spain to Syria, from Scotland to Sub-Saharan Africa. Despite the significant geographic, cultural and linguistic differences that separated its inhabitants, some 90 million people considered themselves part of this imperial project: that is, as "Romans." How did this empire come into being? And what led to its collapse? This course, which is taught by a professional archaeologist, considers these questions through the lens of the remarkable material remains that have survived today. It surveys the art and architecture of Roman Italy and its provinces from the rise of the Etruscans (ca. 8th century BCE) to the reign of Constantine (337 CE). While the course proceeds chronologically and pays attention to stylistic trends over time, it is designed primarily as a cultural history, with humble artifacts studied alongside works of high "art" (e.g. painting, sculpture) and architecture.
This course can be used as an upper division elective credit for non-art majors.
The book to purchase is: F.S. Kleiner, A History of Roman Art (Thomson Wadsworth, 2006). 1st edition. (ISBN (-10): 0534638465).
Registration Information
ARTH 389/CE1/12057
Jazz Concepts for the School Band Director
MUSC 577
Instructor: Ron Carter
Mondays, 6 - 9 p.m., Class begins January 25 and ends May 3
This course is a primer for junior and senior high school band directors on the teaching of jazz concepts. Learn how to help students (beginning through advanced) with the style, feel, and interpretation of jazz. Among the topics to be covered are music selection, performance techniques, and improvisation.
The book to purchase is: Miles, Richard and Carter, Ronald, Teaching Music Through Performance in Jazz
Registration Information
MUSC 577/CE1/12448
Preventive Conservation Seminar
ART 658
Instructor: Peter Van Ael
Saturdays. 9 a.m. – 12 noon on January 16. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Jan. 30, Feb. 27, Mar. 27, and Apr. 10. 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Apr. 24.
This course introduces new and current museum professionals to preventive conservation as a holistic doctrine for the 21st century museum environment. Through lecture and discussion, the course focuses on the necessity for the museum to adopt the preventive conservation doctrine; address preventive conservation strategies, and discuss approaches to permanently and positively involve all museum workers in the process. Final class is held on the NIU campus in the Art Building.
Registration Information
ART 658/CE1/11971
The online art history offerings utilize the latest technologies of multimedia and asynchronous communications to unravel the mysteries of artistic expressions, to share underlying messages and meanings, and to reveal the purposes, functions and the techniques used in their creation.
These art history courses were developed as online classes by Isabelle Sabau with the support of Northern Illinois University’s eLearning division of Outreach Services. These three classes will also be offered in fall and spring semesters. All these courses require serious and dedicated motivation, relying on regular and frequent student interaction, active participation and collaboration in weekly asynchronous discussions. It is recommended that students allocate at least 8-10 hours a week for class.
ARTH 282
Introduction to the Visual Arts
Instructor: Isabelle Sabau
Gain a deeper understanding of the visual arts in this online course. Learn how art has proved throughout history to be the most expressive form of communication. Students examine artistic motivation, various art media and techniques, and the historical and cultural backgrounds of various works of art. Students investigate the processes and techniques, the imagination and creativity, and the civilizations and cultures which have enabled artists to produce a myriad of diverse visual expressions.
The book to purchase is: Preble, Duane and Sarah and Frank, Patrick, ARTFORMS, 8th edition, Prentice Hall, 2006.
Registration Information
ARTH 282/YE1/11982
Online course beginning January 11 and ending May 7.
ARTH 291
Art History Survey 1, Prehistory - ca. 1400
Instructor: Isabelle Sabau
Examine the many artistic expressions and cultures of the past in this online survey course. The course covers the artistic development of humans from prehistory through 1400 CE. Topics covered include the invention of writing, ancient Egypt, classical Greece, the Roman Empire, the beginnings and expansion of Christianity, and the Middle Ages.
The book to purchase is: Stokstad, Marilyn, Art History: A View of the West, Volume 1, 3/5, Prentice Hall, Inc, 2008
Registration Information
ARTH 291/YE1/11983
Online course beginning January 11 and ending May 7.
ARTH 292
Art History Survey II, ca. 1400 - present
Instructor: Isabelle Sabau
Students examine the artistic expressions of the past five centuries to gain insights into the beliefs, ideas and visions that inspired artists to create daring works of originality and to challenge traditional assumptions and practices. Topics covered include the Renaissance, with its emphasis on balance and harmony, the Baroque period, with its dynamism and exuberance, the Enlightenment, with its social struggles for freedom, liberty and justice. Also included are the 19th and 20th centuries, permeated by social reforms and technological advancements, and finally, the 21st century's search for expression.
The book to purchase is: Stokstad, Marilyn, Art History: A View of the West, Volume 2, Third Ed., Prentice Hall, Inc., Pearson, 2008
Registration Information
ARTH 292/YE1/10985
Online course beginning January 11 and ending May 7.