This document provides an overview and introduction to the IAS 108 Interdisciplinary Art Studies course offered online. It outlines that students will need access to Blackboard and the internet to complete the asynchronous course. The required etext is available in digital or print format from the bookstore. The course will cover arts integration, visual arts, drama, dance, music, and technology for the classroom. It lists the seven student learning outcomes and provides details about the three module structure and assignments, which include essays, journal entries, quizzes, web projects, and a final exam.

1. IAS 108
Interdisciplinary Art Studies
Getting Started
An Introduction

2. Getting Started
This course is offered completely
online. You will need access to
Blackboard and the Internet.

3. IAS 108
What is the Required Text?
1. Your required book is Creating
Meaning Through Literature
and the Arts by Claudia
Cornett. 5th Edition (2015)
2. It is an eText. You can access it
online from anywhere – even
with a Smartphone or Tablet! Click Here to find
out more about
eTexts.

4. 2 versions Available from Kennel Bookstore
“Loose Leaf print version”
that includes the access code
you need for the digital eText.
Access Code ONLY – gives
access to digital eText (lower
price)
Your Choice!

5. What it looks like on the Kennel Bookstore site

6. You can also access your eText
directly from Pearson Publishers
You can also purchase the digital
eText directly from the publisher.
Price: $40.00 for 180 days
Click here to find out how to purchase the text
directly through the publisher.
Find: “If I want to purchase instant
access, what do I do?”
Video Link to help you: http://screencast-o-
matic.com/watch/co1eqef2AE

7. ABOUT YOUR REQUIRED TEXT
Q - Do I need the eText to do well in the course?
A- YES. You will need it for Journal responses, quizzes, and
other assignments.
Q- Can I use older editions?
A- Not Recommended. The new edition refers to Common
Core Standards and has updated research, new
information, and new examples.
Q- If I buy the print version, do I have to use the eText?
A- Recommended. There will be videos in the online
version. The Loose Leaf version comes with an access
code for the etext.

8. So What Does
Interdisciplinary Arts Studies Mean?
• Interdisciplinary – study
across disciplines
• Arts Studies – studies
in four art disciplines –
visual art, theatre,
music, dance
• Arts in Education – how
do the arts apply to
today’s classroom?

9. What Will We Study?
• Arts Integration
• Drama
• Visual Arts
• Dance
• Music
• Technology for
the Classroom

10. Student Learning Outcomes Goal 1
1. Summarize and
compare research and
practice regarding the
integration of the
Visual and Performing
Arts into the public
school curriculum.

11. Student Learning Outcomes Goal 2
2. Identify strands, content
standards, and
vocabulary in the
VAPA (Visual
and Performing Arts)
California State
Framework for all four
art forms.

12. Visual and Performing Arts California
State Frameworks
• What do teachers
need to know to
teach the arts for
grades K-8?
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13. Student Learning Outcomes Goal 3
3. Process and respond to
sensory information
through language and
skills unique to the
visual and performing
arts in all four art
forms.

14. Student Learning Outcomes Goal 4
4. Create media
presentations on
selected topics
related to Visual and
Performing Arts.

15. Student Learning Outcomes Goal 5
5. Observe, describe,
and evaluate art
works and
performances
created for and by
diverse cultures and
populations.

16. Student Learning Outcomes Goal 6
6. Explore and evaluate
online resources for
visual and
performing arts.

17. Student Learning Outcomes Goal 7
7. Demonstrate mastery of
key concepts and
vocabulary in all four of
the Visual and
Performing arts as
required for teacher
preparation by the CCTC
(California Commission
on Teacher Credentialing)
This is code for:
pass Subtest III of the CSET!

18. Assignments are Organized By
Modules

19. 18 Total Assignments/Tests
3 Modules
8 Tasks for Module 1
– Essay (1st draft 500 words)
– 3 Journal Entries
– 3 Quizzes
– 1 Web Project
7 Tasks for Module 2
– 3 Journal Entries
– 3 Quizzes
– 1 Web Project
Final Exam Module
(3 Tasks)
– Creative
Culmination Project
– Final Exam
– Essay (final draft
900-1200 words)

20. Due Dates
Module 1 - June 17 (Wed)
Module 2 - June 25 (Thurs)
Finals Module - June 26 (Fri)
June 26 is the LAST day to
turn in assignments!
Mark your
Calendars!
Try to complete 1-2
tasks per day.
Too much to
complete all at
once!

21. Assignments are all Asynchronous
This means that there are
no specific times when
you are required to log
in or meet as a class.

22. Assignments Take Time!
• Expect to spend 3-9 hours
per week completing
assignments.
• Remember assignments
count as class meetings
AND homework!

23. Is Late Work Accepted?
• You have a 1-day grace
period without penalty.
• After that, late work
may be submitted for ½
credit. It will be
accepted any time
during the course.

24. About Quizzes
•Online Quizzes cover content
from assigned readings.
•May be taken unlimited times
until the due date.
•Computer records highest score.
•All Quizzes and Exams are
administered ONLINE.
(That means the Final, too!)

25. About Reading Activities Journals
• Journals record what
you learn or discover
• Journal prompts guide
you through
– Readings in the text
– Web Activities
– Online Videos and
Podcasts
– Record your thoughts
and observations

26. Journals Take Time!
These are extensive
assignments that are
often time consuming
so plan accordingly.

27. ePoints Journal
ePoints are earned for
•Engagement with the community
•Extra credit
•Effort above and beyond
You will keep track of any extra credit
points earned in your ePoints Journal
on Blackboard.
60 point limit for Total ePoints.

28. Blog Report Option for ePoints
1. Attend a LIVE event this
summer
2. Visit a museum, gallery,
concert, or live theatrical
performance
3. Submit a Blog report in
place of Journal 6
4. Earn 15 additional epoints!

29. Creative Culmination
• Express yourself
through writing an
essay
• Learn easy ways to
create media
presentations.

30. Grades
• To Earn an A:
– Submit first and Final Draft of Essay
– Submit Creative Culmination Project
– Total points of 900 or more
• To earn a B:
– Submit Final Creative Culmination Project
– Total points 800-899
• To earn a C:
– Total points 700-799

31. Email Works Best!
•Email is the best way
to contact your
instructor.
•Put IAS 108 in the
subject so it will not
get lost as spam!
I try to respond
within 1-2 days
except on
weekends.

32. Questions? Contact Your
Instructor!
Click Here to send email
Get To Know Your Instructor!
Office Hours:
Tue 12:30-3:30 PM
Wed 1:00-3:00 PM
278-4342
kimm@csufresno.edu

33. The End!