Morehead State University-Caudill College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, School

MOREHEAD STATE UNIVERSITY-CAUDILL COLLEGE OF ARTS, HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES, SCHOOL OF THE ARTS - DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC, THEATER AND DANCE

MUSH261 (HUM 1) Global Musical Experience (3-0-3), Fall 2012, WJHS M.A.C. Lab Rm. 142 THREE HOURS CREDIT, TIME M/F 1:15-2:30 pm T-Th 1:25 – 2:35 INSTRUCTOR: Prof. Jessica Slaton Phone: 859-887-2421 x 3745 Email: [email protected] Office Hours: M-F 8:50-10:00 am, Rm. 145

CATALOG DESCRIPTION Global Musical Experience. A general education elective; does not apply toward fulfilling music degree requirements. This course satisfies the area studies- humanities for general education. Designed to introduce students to the humanities by exploring music in Western and non-western cultures. This course will aid in developing and understanding of different musical styles and listening skills. In addition, this course will foster an interest in a variety of musical styles and in embracing different cultures in an endeavor to create a more tolerant society.

Course Information MUSH 261. Global Musical Experience. (3-0-3); Introduction to the Humanities. Reading intensive course with interdisciplinary college level, creative, and technical supplemental readings. These supplemental readings include global events, historical events, and readings from the interdisciplinary arts. A general education elective; does not apply toward fulfilling music degree requirements. This course satisfies the area studies- humanities for general education. Designed to introduce students to the humanities by exploring music in Western and non-western cultures. This course will aid in developing and understanding of different musical styles and listening skills. Topical areas common among all genres studied include tone, timbre, time, and the other basic elements of music. In order for the student to survive in a constantly changing global environment, this course aims to prepare the student to acquire an astute understanding of our world through the arts. In addition, this course will foster an interest for complex diverse histories and cultures in an endeavor to nurture the student to participate intelligently and responsibly and create a more tolerant society. This course will prepare the student to work in the international/global economy by giving them International perspectives.

PREREQUISITE None. REQUIRED TEXT Rockin’ in Time: A Social History of Rock and Roll By David P. Szatmary Additional readings include supplemental interdisciplinary college level, creative, and technical supplemental readings. These supplemental readings include global events, historical events, and readings from the interdisciplinary arts

WEB-ASSISTED COURSE: Syllabus available in electronic (Blackboard) and paper format. A Blackboard site supplements this course. Any changes to the assignment schedule will not only be announced in class but also listed on the “assignments” area of the Blackboard site. “Web sites related to specific topics, issues, or individuals are presented in the text, and an annotated list of significant Web resources appears at the end of each chapter.” (Cunningham/Reich)

Class Student Learning Outcomes The purpose of this course is to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the diversity of world cultures, the role of Cross- cultural artistic influence, and Cultural evolution. 2. Demonstrate fundamental knowledge about art, music, and literature expressed in cultural values in order to determine how to: a. Describe attributes of appropriate content, style, and forms in the arts b. Make rational decisions about how the “artist” composed the work c. Make rational decisions about the stylistic period d. Develop an awareness of the medium or mode of expression the “artist”employ 3. Interpret how different cultures develop values and beliefs. 4. Demonstrate logical reasoning and argumentative skills in regards to cultural expression and creativity. 5. Create/Foster a working/living environment that promotes an appreciation for the values and beliefs of different cultures in effort to improve the world and make it a better place to live for humankind.

General Education Student Learning Outcomes Upon completion of this course the student should be able to: 1. Read college-level critical, creative, and technical texts for comprehension (1b). 2. Investigate the worldview and /or history of cultures outside the United States (4b). 3. Analyze the significance of diverse creative productions and explain how ideas are communicated effectively through the expressive arts (6a). 4. Describe and analyze the aesthetic value of creative productions in cultural and historical context (6b). Overview

MSU Gen Class Student Learning Assessment Specific Ed Outcomes measurement Teaching/Learning Hum 1 By the end of the Activities Student course, students will: Learner Outcomes 1b 1. Demonstrate 1. Essays – Individual Reflection 4b knowledge of the diversity Rubric A *see Class discussions 6b of world cultures, the role rubrics under Lecture of Cross-cultural artistic grading Exams influence, and Cultural evolution. 2. On-Demand Readings-supplemental Writing interdisciplinary college Assignments – level, creative, and pass/fail technical supplemental readings Exams grading scale 1b 2. Demonstrate 1. Written Individual Reflection 6a fundamental knowledge Assignments – 6b about art, music, and Rubric A Exams literature expressed in cultural values in order to 2. Oral Attend Art, Music, determine how to: Presentations – Theatre, or Dance Events Rubric B on campus a. Describe attributes of appropriate content, style, Exams grading Create presentations and forms in the arts scale b. Make rational decisions Lecture about how the “artist” composed the work Readings-supplemental c. Make rational decisions interdisciplinary college about the stylistic period level, creative, and d. Develop an awareness technical supplemental of the medium or mode of readings expression the “artist”employ MSU Gen Class Student Learning Assessment Specific Ed Outcomes measurement Teaching/Learning Hum 1 By the end of the Activities Student course, students will: Learner Outcomes 1b 3. Interpret how different 1. Essays- Pre-test/post-test 4b cultures develop values Rubric A 6b and beliefs. Exams 2. On-demand writing Individual Reflections assignment pass/fail Class Discussions

Exams grading Lecture scale Readings-supplemental interdisciplinary college level, creative, and technical supplemental readings

1b 4. Demonstrate logical 1. Essays- Pre-test/post-test 6a reasoning and Rubric A 6c argumentative skills in 2. Oral Individual Reflections regards to cultural Presentations – Exams expression and creativity. Rubric B Class Discussions Lecture Exams grading scale Create oral group presentation Readings-supplemental interdisciplinary college level, creative, and technical supplemental readings

4b 5. Create/Foster a 1. On-demand Pre-test/post-test 6a working/living writing Exams environment that assignment promotes an appreciation pass/fail for the values and beliefs Class Discussions of different cultures in 2. Oral effort to improve the Presentations – Individual reflections world and make it a better Rubric B place to live for Create oral group humankind. Exams grading presentation scale Readings-supplemental interdisciplinary college level, creative, and technical supplemental readings Course Assessment Matrix

SLO Writing Exams Group oral Class Presentation Discussions/ On demand writing 1b. Read college-level critical, x x x x creative, and technical texts for comprehension

4b. Investigate the worldview x x x x and/or history of cultures outside the United States 6a. Analyze the significance of x x x x diverse creative productions and explain how ideas are communicated effectively through the expressive arts (literature, theatre, dance, music, and visual arts)

6b. Describe and analyze the X x x x aesthetic value of creative productions in cultural and historical context Specific Activity Information

Class Discussion Specific Learning Assessments Questions for Specific Activity Measurement Learning Activities “What makes life worth Class discussion Class Discussion graded living?”* Individual reflections by on-demand written response “What causes cultural Measurement-Pass/fail conflict?”*

“How do cultures influence one another?”*

““How do cultures change over time?”*

“How do different cultures develop values and beliefs?”*

“How do literature, art and music express cultural values?”*

Facebook and YouTube- How does it influence our society? stylistic period Oral Presentations- Specific Learning Assessment Group Activity Assignment I 2 Oral Presentations Presentation –Rubric B Recognize how cultural values are communicated through and influenced by the world-wide web and write about these ideas.

Assignment II “Describe and analyze the aesthetic value of creative productions within a cultural and historical context” by answering the following questions:

1. Discuss how literature, art and music express cultural values

2. Reflect on the role of Cross-cultural artistic influence and Cultural evolution.

3. Discuss what you know about the development of cultural value and belief systems

ASSESSMENT Assessments to demonstrate all competencies: Writing assignments, project podcast/video presentations, midterm, and a final exam through the semester will address each competency listed above. Rubric A- Writing Assessment (* Sample taken from first year seminar)

Mark score for each category Total Failure Below Average Above Excellent Average Average I. Used conventions associated with standard English (SLO 1b) A. Appropriate 0 1 2 3 4 grammar A. Appropriate 0 1 2 3 4 punctuation B. Appropriate 0 1 2 3 4 spelling C. Appropriate 0 1 2 3 4 wording D. Frequent and 0 1 2 3 4 varied sentence structure II. Organized writing A. Effective opening 0 1 2 3 4 B. Logical organization of 0 1 2 3 4 information C. Effective conclusion 0 1 2 3 4 D. Effective transitions 0 1 2 3 4 E. Writing is purposeful 0 1 2 3 4 and focused III. Applied critical elements of writing (SLO 6a) A. Cited sources 0 1 2 3 4 appropriately B. Judicious use of 0 1 2 3 4 quoted work C. Writing engages the 0 1 2 3 4 target audience D. Appropriate writing 0 1 2 3 4 style/voice chosen E. Used examples and/or 0 1 2 3 4 details to enrich writing SLO 1bscore ___/ 60= _____ IV. Content 4b and 6b A 4b. Investigate the worldview 0 5 10 15 20 SLO 2 and/or history of cultures outside the 4bscore United States. ___/ 20= _____ B. Describe and analyze the 0 5 10 15 20 SLO 2e aesthetic value of creative 6bscore productions in cultural and historical ___/ 20= context. _____

Total Score (100 possible) Excellent=90-100, Good=80-89, Average=70-79, Below Average=60-69, Failure=Below 59

Rubric B- Oral Group Presentation Assessment (*Sample taken from first year seminar) Mark score for each category Total Failure Below Average Good Excellent Average II. Speaking A. Used clear enunciation 0 1 2 3 4 B. Used appropriate 0 1 2 3 4 grammar C. Effectively communicated 0 1 2 3 4 goals of presentation D. Addressed target audience 0 1 2 3 4 effectively E. Listened effectively to 0 1 2 3 4 audience questions III. Organization & medium of delivery A. Evidence of planning 0 1 2 3 4 B. Organization effectively 0 1 2 3 4 executed C. Optimized use of time 0 1 2 3 4 D. Appropriate delivery 0 1 2 3 4 medium (media) chosen E. Judicious use of delivery 0 1 2 3 4 medium (media)

IV. Content A. 6a. Analyze the significance of 0 5 10 15 20 SLO 6a diverse creative productions and 2score explain how ideas are communicated ___ / 20= ____ effectively through the expressive arts (literature, theatre, dance, music, and visual arts) B. Investigation of worldview 0 5 10 15 20 SLO 4b evident OR Investigation of score history of non-US culture is ___ / 20= evident (SLO 4b) _____

C. 6b. Describe and analyze the 0 5 10 15 20 SLO 6b aesthetic value of creative productions score in cultural and historical context. ___/ 20= _____ Total Score (100 possible) Excellent=90-100, Good=80-89, Average=70-79, Below Average=60-69, Failure=Below 59

ATTENDANCE POLICY Attendance is a significant portion of your grade. Do not expect to pass this class without regular attendance. Instructor is not required to accept late papers or to administer make-up tests, unless a University excused absence is provided. Written assignments are to be individually created, and are due at the beginning of each class. *Your attendance grade will be determined on a percentage basis. The formula is: Number of days present divided by the number of class meetings = %. (Ex.: 3 absences = 35 days present/38 = 92%). Mid-Term attendance calculation will be based on the number of class meetings up to the midterm exam.

Campus Safety Statement: Emergency response information will be discussed in class. Students should familiarize themselves with the nearest exit routes in the event evacuation becomes necessary. You should notify your instructor at the beginning of the semester if you have special needs or will require assistance during an emergency evacuation. Students should familiarize themselves with emergency response protocols at www.moreheadstate.edu/emergency.

Academic honesty: Cheating, fabrication, plagiarism or helping others to commit these acts will not be tolerated. Academic dishonesty will result in severe disciplinary action including, but not limited to, failure of the student assessment item or course, and/or dismissal from MSU. If you are not sure what constitutes academic dishonesty, read The Eagle: Student Handbook or ask your instructor. The policy is located at http://www.morehead- st.edu./units/studentlife/handbook/academicdishonesty.html. For example: Copying information from the Internet is plagiarism if appropriate credit is not given.

Policy for Accommodating Students with Disabilities: Professional staff from MSU Academic Services Center (ASC) coordinates efforts to address accessibility needs and class accommodations with instructors of students who have learning or physical disabilities. Faculty will cooperate with the ASC staff to accommodate the needs of students taking departmental courses. ------GRADING *General Education Writing assignments (4) 20% On-demand writing assignments (class notes) & 10% Essay for measurement across all sections 2 Written Exams (10% each) 20% Quizzes 10% Mid-Term Exam 20% Final Exam 20%

GRADING SCALE Grading scale: A=90-100, B=80-89, C=70-79, D=60-69, E= Below 60  Required General Education Assessment Percentages

Important – This is a collegiate course, therefore due dates are set at the beginning of the term and given bellow with updates posted daily on the class wiki page. ~Assignments must be turned in by the due date to receive full credit. Partial credit will be given for late assignments; however, assignments will NOT be accepted after any form of written assessment has been given, no exceptions. Ex. Chapter 1 outline will not be accepted after the Chapter 1-3 Quiz has been given.

~Written Assessment (quizzes, tests, mid term and final exam) must be taken prior to, or on the date for which it is scheduled to be given. COURSE SCHEDULE AND ASSIGNMENTS

Any changes to the schedule or assignments will be announced in class and posted on the class wiki page and MSU Blackboard

Aug 15-17 (Class Overview) Tues - Chpt. 1-6 Test Wed –What is Rock and Roll? Wed – Chpt. 7 Outline (1/2 day) Thurs – School of Rock Pt. 1 Thurs – Chpt. 7 Notes/Yellow Submarine Fri – School of Rock Pt. 2 Fri – Chpt. 8 Outline/Yellow Submarine

Aug 20-24 (Music Basics) Mon – Text Book Pre-Face Oct 1-5 (Chpt. 8 & mid term) Tues – Elements of Music Mon – Chpt. 8 Notes Wed – Instruments of the Orchestra Tues – Mid Term Review Thurs – Basic Music Theory Wed – Mid Term Review/Catch up Day Fri – Online 101/Tech Music Thurs – Mid Term Fri – Blues Song Aug 27-31 (Chpt. 1) Mon – Chpt. 1 Group Work Tues – Chpt. 1 Group Work Wed – Chpt. 1 Group Work End of Grading Period Thurs – Chpt. 1 Group Work Fri – Chpt. 1 Presentations

Sept. 4-7 (Chpt. 2 & 3) Tues – Outline 101/Chpt. 2 outline Fall Break Wed – Chpt. 2 Notes & Elvis #1 Hits Thurs – Chpt. 3 Outline Fri – Chpt. 3 Notes

Sept. 10-14 (Chpt. 1-3 Quiz/Chpt. 4) Mon – Chpt. 1-3 Review Tues – Chpt. 1-3 Quiz/Hairspray pt. 1 Wed – Hairspray pt. 2 Thurs – Chpt. 4 outline Friday – Chpt. 4 Notes

Sept. 17-21 (Chpt. 5 & 6) Mon – Dream Girls pt. 1 Tues – Dream girls pt. 2 Wed – Dream Girls/Hairspray Response Thurs – Chpt. 5 Notes Fri – Chpt. 6 Notes

Sept. 24-28 (Chpt. 1-6 Test/Chpt. 7) Mon – Chpt. 4-6 Review Tues – Chpt. 13 Notes Wed – Chpt. 14 Notes Thur – Chpt. 15 outline Fri – Chpt. 15 notes

Nov 19 - 20 (Chpt. 16) Mon – Chpt. 16 notes Tues – Catch up Day

Oct 15-19 (Research Paper) Thanksgiving Break Mon – Library Research Tues – British Invasion Research Nov 26-30 (Chpt. 11-14 Test) Wed – British Invasion Research Mon – Man in the Mirror pt. 1 Thurs – British Invasion Research Tues – Man in the Mirror pt. 2 Fri – British Invasion Research Wed – Chpt. 11-14 Test Review Thurs – Chpt. 11-14 Test Oct 22-26 (Chpt. 9 & 10) Fri – This is it Mon - British Invasion Research Tues – British Invasion Research Dec 3-7 (Chpt. 17-19) Wed – Chpt. 9 Outline (1/2 day) Mon – chpt. 17 outline Thurs – Chpt. 9 Notes Tues – chpt. 17 notes Fri – Chpt. 10 Outline Wed– chpt. 18 notes Thur – chpt. 19 notes & The Rocker pt. 1 Oct 29 – Nov 2 (Chpt. 10 projects) Fri – The Rocker pt. 2 Mon – Chpt. 10 Group Projects Tues – Chpt. 10 Group Projects Dec 10 - 14 (Chpt. 20-21) Wed – Chpt. 10 Group Projects Mon – Chpt. 20 Notes Thurs – Chpt. 10 Group Projects Tues – Chpt. 20 Notes Cont. Fri – Chpt. 10 Group Presentation Wed – Chpt. 21 Notes Thurs – Final Listening Review Nov 5-9 (Chpt. 11) Fri – Final Review Mon – Chpt. 11 Notes Wed – Ray Pt. 1 Dec 17-19 (Final Exam) Thurs – Ray Pt. 2 Mon – Final Exam Listening/Written Fri – Ray Pt. 3 Tues – Final Exam Wed – Wrap up Day Nov 12-16 (Chpts. 12-15) Mon – Chpt. 12 Notes

*All discussion questions were taken from the following syllabus (Beauchamp, http://www.exeas.org/syllabi/cultural-traditions.html)

Class Wiki page: http://podcasting.jessamine.kyschools.us/groups/wjhsslatonwiki/wik i/0eadc/History_of_RockandRoll_MUSH_261.html MSU Blackboard: https://moreheadstate.blackboard.com/webapps/portal/frameset.jsp