Transcript General Education Aesthetic Perspective Analyzing Style

The concepts of style and form are central to the study of
creative expression. Courses in this theme develop
students' abilities to analyze forms of creative expression
through a focus on structural studies of form and
comparative analyses of various styles.
Themes in General Education are
Designed to:
 assist students in making systematic and deliberate
connections between the ways various disciplinary
perspectives address the same topic.
 provide a framework for faculty in different
departments to collaborate on research projects and
share innovative teaching strategies.
 encourage students to explore areas of specific interest
at a deeper level .
This course explores the meaning, history, and aesthetics of
dance. It includes cross cultural comparisons and the influence
of other art forms throughout the history of dance. The course
is primarily lecture with demonstrations, video, and some
experiential work.
MUS 2011 – Analyzing Style and
Form: Music 3 hours
Fine Arts Designation
 A nontechnical course for students with little or no
musical background. Emphasis is placed on the style and
form of music as perceived by the listener. Lecture
format.
PHL 2013 – Philosophy of Art
3 hours
 A course that concentrates on the interplay of art and
philosophy in ancient through contemporary cultures
THR 2010 – Analyzing Style and
Form: Theatre
3 hours
Fine Arts Designation
 In this course, students will analyze styles and forms of
theatre from various cultures and historical eras. They will
also examine how their own personal, historical, and
cultural perspectives affect their responses to artistic
performance.