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University 300IArt and Social Action: A Global PerspectiveFall 2007Dr. Gary Hytrek Department of Sociology Office: PSY 127 Office Hours: Wednesday 1–2:00; Thursday 10-11:00; & appointment Phone: 562.985.2091 Email: ghytrek@csulb.edu Dr. Carlos Silveira Department of Art Office: FA2 203 Office Hours: Monday 2–3:00; Tuesday 12–1:00; Wednesday 2–3:00; & appointment Phone: 562.985.4387 Email: csilveir@csulb.edu Location: Lecture: All sections meet in Psy 150: Mondays, 3:30 – 4:45 PM. Discussion: All Sections will meet in AS 235: Wednesdays, 3:30 – 4:45 PM. Course Description: In this course, we combine the insights of art and sociology to examine the interconnections among global processes and three of the most pressing global issues: human trafficking, child labor, and the rapidly spreading disease HIV/AIDs. We have organized the course to provide opportunities for students to acquire the cutting-edge theoretical frameworks necessary to understand the gender, racial, and ethnic components of these problems, and the role of art and human agency in advancing positive social change.
Throughout the semester, students will be encouraged to view these problems in the larger global socio-historical context. We will first introduce students to the implications of globalization for human trafficking, child labor, and the HIV/AIDs epidemic in Africa, Southeast Asia, and the United States. Second, we will compare these problems across the three regions. Finally, Cambodia, which is a key battleground in the struggle against human trafficking, child labor, and HIV/AIDs, will serve as a critical case study for the course. Within this multicultural and cross-cultural context, students will design community service learning art projects that integrate art production, art criticism, art history, and aesthetics. From this experience, students will learn how to use these projects as vehicles of empowerment for themselves and victims of human trafficking, child labor, and HIV/AIDs. By combining the theoretical and practical applications of art education and sociology, the course will enhance leadership skills, promote global citizenship, and empower students to become involved in resolving these global issues. UNIV 300I is open to all majors; no previous knowledge in art and/or sociology is required. General Education: This course will count towards the General Education requirements under Category C.3 (Humanities and the Arts) OR Category D.2 (Social and Behavior Sciences); the course also meets the “I” capstone and Globe requirements. Prerequisites: Completion of the General Education Foundation courses; junior standing. Course Organization and Structure: This is a team-taught interdisciplinary course. Instructors and occasional guest speakers will lecture on Mondays. On Wednesdays, the instructors will lead breakout sessions to facilitate both broad and in-depth understanding of the content. Several instructional strategies or methods will be utilized in this course including lectures, demonstrations, critical writing assignments, group discussions, problem-solving, cooperative learning, role-playing, studio activities, and group critiques. To meet the University requirements of IC (interdisciplinary) capstone courses, the course includes substantial writing (5000 words minimum), as well as introduction to two disciplines: Art and Sociology—specifically the field of social change—through the above pedagogical strategies. Course Objectives: The exercises, papers, group work, and classroom activities are designed so that after completing this course students will be able to
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Participation: Active participation in the form of spirited, but friendly, debate is critical to the success of the course as well as intellectual development and an understanding of the material. By active participation we mean raising questions and providing input regarding the issues and ideas we cover. Therefore, it is imperative that everyone attend class and read prior to class in order to participate. In addition to active participation, your participation grade will be based on classroom activities—including role playing, studio activities, and group critiques—and attendance. In-Class Writing Assignment: September 5 You are expected to demonstrate college-level mastery of written English and critical thinking. To assess these skills early in the semester, you are required to respond to several in-class essay questions (approximately 2-4 pages). This assignment will examine the topic of Globalization, Art, and the Human Condition. Successful completion of this assignment does not require you to have read any course content. Its intention is twofold. First, this assignment will provide the instructors with additional information about students’ understanding of key concepts to be covered throughout the semester as well as some sense of the students’ beliefs and attitudes toward globalization, art, and the human condition. Second, the assignment is required to identify, early in the semester, students who would benefit from additional training in written composition. The instructors will inform all students of their evaluations regarding the nature of a student’s writing deficiencies and available resources on campus that will assist them with skill development. This exercise will also prepare students for the subsequent analytical/reaction papers. Written summaries of the readings: Students are required to write summaries of the readings. These will be due on Mondays (approximately 250-350 words). Details will be covered in the class. Group Art Project Plans: November 28. You are expected to design an art project lesson plan for one of the populations addressed in this course. This lesson plan will be done as a group project. The lesson plan format (3-4 pages) and a lesson plan workshop will be given in class. Project will be returned with comments on December 17. Reaction Papers: In lieu of in-class exams, each student will write three 3-5 page paper analytical-reaction papers. These will be based on the issues raised in the readings and in class. A guide and explication of paper expectations will be covered in class (and available on Beachboard). Each paper is worth 10% of the total course grade. Paper 1: Leadership Skills, Conflict Resolution, and the October 3.
Paper 2: Child labor, HIV/AIDs, and human trafficking: Regional comparisons. November 7 Paper 3: Art and social justice: The case of Cambodia December 5 Final Reflection Paper: December 17. Each student will submit a final reflection paper (8-10 pages). This will be a self-reflection on integrating art and sociology to resolve problems of child labor, HIV/AIDs, and Human trafficking. The goal is to make connections between global processes, art and the human conditions focusing on theory and practice as discussed in class lectures and discussion groups. Further details will be given in class. Extra-Credit: There will be two opportunities to earn extra-credit during the semester. This will involve a critical summary of two documentaries. Further details will be forthcoming in class. “To Touch the Soul.” This will be shown in CSULB’s University Theater on Wednesday November, 14 at 8:00 p.m. “Born into Brothels.” Showing TBA.
Required Readings: We have compiled two readers: Reader One contains the required course readings; Reader Two includes supplemental readings that will deepen your understanding of the material and be useful for your research. Both are available for purchase at Copyco: 2155 Bellflower Blvd. 562.961.1123. Note: Readings are given one week in advance. Thus, reading #1 on September 10 is for week III (September 17), reading #2 for week IV (September 24) and so on. Required: Reader packer #1 Recommended: Reader Packet #2 Course Rules of Conduct: Papers: All papers should be typed, double-spaced, with one-inch margins around the page, and stapled. All pages should be numbered. The type pitch size should be 11 to 12-point and papers are to be typed on a word processor or computer (unless specified otherwise). Additional Needs: It is the responsibility of students to notify instructors in writing, in advance, of any special accommodation for a disability, as verified by the University. Late Assignment or Make-ups: Make-up assignments will be granted for University approved “excused absences” (e.g., serious illness or death in the immediate family, team sports away games, etc.). Documentation will be required. In the event of a missed assignment or exercise, you must contact your breakout session instructor at your earliest opportunity to arrange an alternate date to complete the assignment. Course Withdrawal: University policy on dropping and withdrawal from classes is set forth in the Schedule of Classes. Students are obligated to withdraw officially from their courses even if they have not attended them. Depending on when you drop a course, withdrawals may require the signature of the instructor, chairperson, and the dean of the college. Drops are not permitted during the last three weeks of instruction, except under extremely extenuating circumstances such as grave illness or injury. Students who withdraw from the course have the responsibility of obtaining proper signature(s) and completing necessary paperwork; otherwise, their names will appear on the grade sheet and the professors will be required to enter a grade. In-class Behavior: Students are expected to come prepared for class and to actively participate throughout the semester. Students are expected to treat each other, the professors/graduate assistants, and guest speakers with courtesy and respect. This means listening attentively, taking notes, and abstaining from distractive behavior (e.g., talking to friends, doing homework for other classes, etc.). Cell phones should be turned off during all classes. Although class discussion may become “heated,” please raise your hand -- do not interrupt your colleagues, professors/graduate assistants, or guest speakers when s/he is speaking. Cheating and Plagiarism: The University policies on Cheating and Plagiarism will be followed strictly. (See Schedule of Classes) Students who have any questions or uncertainty regarding this policy are responsible for meeting individually with the instructor to discuss their concerns. Options available to instructors include failing the student for the course and reporting him/her to Judicial Affairs for possible probation, suspension, or expulsion. Please note: As easy as it is for students to utilize papers published on the World Wide Web as their own, it is equally as easy for instructors to find the source of such stolen papers and punish violators accordingly. Websites: Here are a few useful websites: www.humantrafficking.org/events/201 http://ssfupdates.blogspot.com/ Course Schedule: Week I: September 5: Introduction to the Course. In-class writing assignment Week II: September 10: Developing Leadership Capabilities (presentation and workshop). Jeffry Klaus, Director of the CSULB Student Life and Development. Readings: Reading #1 (in required reading packet). September 12: Small group breakout session. Week III: September 17: Art Education/Introduction: The Role of Aesthetics, Art Criticism, Art History and Art Production as instruments for Social Justice. Professor Carlos Silveira, CSULB Art Department. Readings: Reading #2 (in required reading packet). In-class writing assignment returned September 19: Small group breakout session. Week IV: September 24: Globalization, Colonialism, Capitalism, and the Human Condition Professor Gary Hytrek, CSULB Sociology Department. Readings: Reading #3 (in required reading packet). September 26: Small group breakout session. “Rich World, Poor Women.” Film Clip. Week V: October 1: Film: “Stolen Childhood.” Readings: Reading #4 (in required reading packet). October 3: Small group breakout session. Reaction Paper I due in class. Week VI: October 8: Film: “Anonymously Yours.”
Readings: Reading #5 (in required reading packet). October 10: Small group breakout session. Week VII: October 15: Human Trafficking: A Global Perspective. Professor Kathryn Farr, Portland State University, Sociology. Readings: Reading #6 (in required reading packet). Reaction Paper I returned. October 17: Small group breakout session. Week VIII: October 22: Human Trafficking Comes Home: The Role of Los Angeles in the Global Trafficking Network. Imelda Buncab, The Coalition to Abolish Slavery & Trafficking, Los Angeles. Readings: Reading #7 (in required reading packet). October 24: Small group breakout session. Week IX: October 29: Beyond Medicalization: Community and HIV/AIDs in Africa. Dr. Becky Kuhn, M.D., San Diego. Readings: Reading #8 (in required reading packet). October 31: Small group breakout session. Week X: November 5: Art Therapy and Children. Ms. Helen Dolas, M.S., College of Performing Arts, Chapman University. Readings: Reading #9 (in required reading packet). November 7: Small group breakout session Reaction Paper II due in class Week XI: November 12: No Class. November 14: International Human Rights Panel. CSULB. (location TBA). Readings: Reading #10 (in required reading packet). Week XII: November 19: Art and Social Action, Community-Based Art Education/Utilizing Art to Empower Men, Women and Children of Different Cultural, Ethnic, and Social Backgrounds. Professor Silveira, CSULB. Reaction Paper II returned. Readings: Reading #11 (Reading on Reserve in the Library.) November 21: No Class, Fall Break Week XIII: November 26: History and Culture of South East Asia and Cambodia. Professor Tim Keirn, CSULB History Department. Readings: Reading #12 (in required reading packet). One-page summary of final reflection paper. November 28: Small group break out session. Group Art Project Plans due in class Week XIV: December 3: Film: “The Killing Fields.” Readings: Reading #13 (in required reading packet). December 5: Small group breakout session. Reaction Paper III due in class. Week XV: December 10: Critical Self-Reflection: Understanding Globalization, Change, and the Human Condition through Art and Sociology. Professors Hytrek and Silveira. Readings: No additional Readings. December 12: Small group breakout session. Reaction Paper III returned. December 17: Final Exam Period: Monday 2:45 – 4:45. Critical Group Reflection: U.S. Diversity and Global Awareness. Final reflection Paper due in class.
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