Read/review the following resources for this activity:
Textbook: Chapter 4
Lesso
Read/review the following resources for this activity:
Textbook: Chapter 4
Lesson
Minimum of 3 scholarly sources (in addition to the textbook)
InstructionsAs part of the discussion this week, you made a brief exploration of a work of art to understand its subject, meaning, and intent. In this assignment, you will explore an artwork in more depth to consider the context in which it was created. Choose any painting, and address the following:
Explain the artistic movement associated with the work of art.
Describe the style of the artist (How is the artist unique within the movement?)
Examine in some depth the influences that shaped the work. Address at least 2 of the following:Stylistic influences
Subject/content influences
Cross-disciplinary influences such as literature, philosophy, music, science, technology, etc.
Historical influences
Political influences
Reflect on your learning.How did your research enhance your appreciation of the artwork?
How does understanding the context of a work help in interpreting it?
Include the following in your paper:
Name of the painting
Name of the artist
Date created
Image of the painting
Writing Requirements (APA format)Length: 1.5-2 pages (not including title page, references page, image, or caption for artwork)
1-inch margins
Double spaced
12-point Times New Roman font
Title page
References page (minimum of 3 scholarly sources)
GradingThis activity will be graded based on the following W2 Essay Grading Rubric.
OutcomesCO 1: Identify the content, forms, and/or techniques of work of art (e.g., architecture, fine art, literature, and/or drama).
CO 2: Analyze the content, forms, and/or techniques of a work of art (e.g., architecture, fine art, literature, and/or drama).
CO 3: Explain the historical/cultural/social context in which a work was created.
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.
Rubric
W2 Essay Grading Rubric
W2 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
10 ptsSubmission addresses all of the following elements: the title, artist, image, reflection of the style, period, influences, media, and elements.
8.5 ptsSubmission addresses most of the following elements: the title, artist, image, reflection of the style, period, influences, media, and elements.
7.5 ptsSubmission addresses some of the following elements: the title, artist, image, reflection of the style, period, influences, media, and elements.
6 ptsSubmission addresses few of the following elements: the title, artist, image, reflection of the style, period, influences, media, and elements.
0 ptsNo effort
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis
25 ptsPaper examines the movement and specific work in relation to historical and political influences of the movement, showing a clear understanding of the connections.
21.25 ptsPaper examines the movement and specific work in relation to historical and political influences of the movement but could include additional details for support of points or to make analysis clearer.
18.75 ptsPaper examines some aspects of the movement and specific work in relation to historical and political influences of the movement but examination could be refined and more in depth.
15 ptsAnalysis of historical and political influences is limited or unclear, lacking details and support.
0 ptsNo effort
25 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReflection
10 ptsPaper clearly articulates a thoughtful analysis of the learning gained in terms of appreciation and interpretation from the assignment.
8.5 ptsPaper articulates an analysis of the learning but could include additional details for support of points or to make analysis clearer for either appreciation or interpretation.
7.5 ptsPaper articulates some analysis of the learning, but examination could be refined and more in depth to address both appreciation and interpretation fully.
6 ptsAnalysis of the learning is limited or unclear, lacking details and support.
0 ptsNo effort
10 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 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 paper.
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: 85
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