Course Syllabus

Fall 2024 | ART-2020-VO01 - Color Theory

Online Class

Online courses take place 100% online via Canvas, without required in-person or Zoom meetings.

Faculty

Susannah Gravel
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Hiring Coordinator for this course: Dana Lee

General Education Requirements

VSCS Arts & Aesthetics

Note

Many degree programs have specific general education recommendations. In order to avoid taking unnecessary classes, please consult with additional resources like your program evaluation, your academic program catalog year page, and your academic advisor.

Courses may only be used to meet one General Education Requirement.

Course Description

Students will explore color theory as related to painting, printing, design, film, and other visual media. The interactions of color and their effect on visual perception will be discussed. Using pure colors in juxtaposition, students will investigate color action and color relatedness.

Essential Objectives

1. Explore the changeable nature of color, color illusions, and color vibrations.
2. Employ and identify color theories, terminology, and vocabulary such as hue, temperature, tint, shade, and value.
3. Discuss color interaction.
4. Apply color theory in the creation of a body of color work.
5. Examine, discuss and critique art work, including some reference to the art historical, social, and cultural context.
6. Design and complete individual projects.
7. Create a color portfolio.
8. Display finished works in a professional manner.

Required Technology

More information on general computer and internet recommendations is available on the CCV IT Support page. https://support.ccv.edu/general/computer-recommendations/

Please see CCV's Digital Equity Statement (pg. 45) to learn more about CCV's commitment to supporting all students access the technology they need to successfully finish their courses.

Required Textbooks and Resources

This course only uses free Open Educational Resources (OER) and/or library materials. For details, see the Canvas Site for this class.

Artificial Intelligence(AI) Policy Statement

CCV recognizes that artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI tools are widely available and becoming embedded in many online writing and creative applications.

Prohibited: The use of generative AI is not allowed in this course, with the exception of spellcheck, grammar check and similar tools. This course rests in the value of students engaging in the learning process without relying on AI-generated content. Students will develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills independently, owning their learning journey from start to finish. If you use these tools, your actions would be considered academically dishonest and a violation of CCV's Academic Integrity Policy.

When students are required to produce short essay question answers, the student's voice should be present. Students should not utilize AI to write responses for them. I want to hear what YOU think

Methods

This Color Theory course involves both studio work and homework assignments. Students may spend up to three hours watching the demos, practicing the studio assignment, participating in the online forum, and reading additional materials. At CCV, each credit is equivalent to 3 hours of homework, so up to nine hours can be expected each week; the minimum time is necessary to see development. A variety of examples will be offered in video demonstrations to illustrate a range of approaches and techniques. Students will be expected to participate in critique, offering constructive feedback to their peers. A virtual field trip to a museum or gallery, live model, or guest artist presentations may be scheduled.

Evaluation Criteria

30% Participation in classroom critiques and studio (online discussions).

30% Weekly portfolio development (typically at least 9 hours of homework). Completed on time with evidence of effort.

20% Midterm

20%Final Project, Artist Statement, & Online Portfolio of Work.

A: Superior to excellent work. The student has completed all assignments thoughtfully, creatively, and diligently. The outstanding amount of skill and care put into work. The student has created an extensive body of work. Strong voice during discussions. Creative and sensitive feedback during critique. Overall, effort and attitude are superb.

B: Good to excellent work. All assignments have been completed and show significant effort and care. The student grasps most of the concepts introduced in class and thoughtfully applies them to their work. The student is a willing and active participant in class discussions and critiques.

C: Partial to good work. The student does not exhibit the amount of care required for this medium. The student grasps some ideas but needs to put forth the full effort to practice them.

D: The student meets the assignment's expectations marginally. They need more comprehension of concepts, poor critical thinking and attention to detail, and difficulty articulating their learning.

F: The student did not meet the expectations of this class. There were incomplete assignments, irregular attendance, little or no growth, and a lack of participation in discussions and critiques. The effort was minimal, and attendance may have been unacceptable. Students are strongly urged to discuss this grade with their instructor and advisor.

Grading Criteria

CCV Letter Grades as outlined in the Evaluation System Policy are assigned according to the following chart:

	High	Low
A+	100	98
A	Less than 98	93
A-	Less than 93	90
B+	Less than 90	88
B	Less than 88	83
B-	Less than 83	80
C+	Less than 80	78
C	Less than 78	73
C-	Less than 73	70
D+	Less than 70	68
D	Less than 68	63
D-	Less than 63	60
F	Less than 60
P	100	60
NP	Less than 60	0

Weekly Schedule

Attendance Policy

Regular attendance and participation in classes are essential for success in and are completion requirements for courses at CCV. A student's failure to meet attendance requirements as specified in course descriptions will normally result in a non-satisfactory grade.

• In general, missing more than 20% of a course due to absences, lateness or early departures may jeopardize a student's ability to earn a satisfactory final grade.
• Attending an on-ground or synchronous course means a student appeared in the live classroom for at least a meaningful portion of a given class meeting. Attending an online course means a student posted a discussion forum response, completed a quiz or attempted some other academically required activity. Simply viewing a course item or module does not count as attendance.
• Meeting the minimum attendance requirement for a course does not mean a student has satisfied the academic requirements for participation, which require students to go above and beyond simply attending a portion of the class. Faculty members will individually determine what constitutes participation in each course they teach and explain in their course descriptions how participation factors into a student's final grade.

Participation Expectations

This course is not self-paced and is not the “softer, easier way!” Weekly deadlines for discussion forum participation, assignments, and examinations must be met to ensure maximum credit for a student’s final grade.

Forum Expectations:

1. Discussion forums open on Sunday at 10:00 a.m. and close on Saturday at 11:59 p.m. each week. They are a critical part of the course (and your grade), so please stay current and up to date. A best practice would be for students to create and share their original posts by Tuesday of each week. All students are expected to respond to all their colleagues at one point or another during the scheduled discussion forum.
2. Ask questions! Open the questions to everyone, as someone in the class will probably have the same question. Students may answer each other’s questions, as they learn best when trying to explain something to someone else. If the class cannot answer the question, the instructor will assist.
3. Practice good “netiquette” and treat classmates with respect. In discussion forums, students are expected to be vulnerable, ask for feedback on unfinished work, and give peer feedback to grow as artists.
4. Students should plan to be online at least three times per week. Discussion forum posts are due Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday each week. Some students may benefit from being online more often. It is important that students log in so that they can read course announcements, read the postings of other students, and check for email messages from the instructor. Keep yourself from getting behind. Dates for the start and end of each week are posted. Students would be wise to plan their schedules for this course around these dates.

Assignments:

5. Students should allow at least five to ten hours per week to be successful in this course. That time includes reading and reviewing the course materials, lectures, and demonstrations, participating in the discussion forums, and completing assignments and examinations. If a student believes they are spending an inordinate amount of time on this course, the instructor needs to know so that the student and instructor can troubleshoot.
6. Photographing Your Work: It is imperative that you take quality photographs of your work since I will not have an opportunity to see your work in person. A poorly photographed homework assignment could result in the deduction of one or two letter grades. See the handout and video in Canvas for more details about how to photograph your work properly.
7. Each response and assignment is a record of your thinking, decision-making, and time spent. Your portfolio should also record your progress over time. Portfolios will include several of your homework assignments that highlight your progress. You will also include an artist statement of yourself and your journey as an artist.

Barriers to Completing Work

8. Have contingency plans for computer problems and late arrival of art supplies. Some suggestions include taking an inventory of art supplies you already have. Reach out to family or friends who may have extra supplies you can borrow. Students should seek out friends, family, and even coworkers who have internet services in the event of a computer crash to stay current with weekly responsibilities.
9. Online learning happens in real-time. The online student must function regardless of life’s challenges (births, deaths, travel, family emergencies, work issues, military deployment, etc.). Success is contingent upon the student’s ability to master course content while simultaneously mastering life’s challenges. If work is not submitted on time, the instructor will assume that an unforeseen event has occurred and that the student will be back on track as soon as possible, thus eliminating the need for an apology or excuse. Communication is vitally important! A student should always contact the instructor to let them know what’s going on in their life if the student needs to be away from the course for any reason. It is possible that suitable arrangements could be made so the student can continue in the course.

Attendance and Participation Policy

Class attendance, participation, and preparedness are essential to success in this course. Unexcused absences will not be tolerated. Students can make up excused absences by doing extra homework. Students cannot pass the class if they miss three classes. Students are expected to bring all materials necessary to each class.

• To be considered “present” for class each week, each student must post in the discussion forum on time, provide feedback to at least two classmates, and acknowledge the feedback your peers gave you in a final response. Late posts will result in a tardy. Posts after the Saturday 11:59 deadline will result in an absence. Student attendance is reported to CCV and often checked by academic advisors to monitor a student’s progress throughout the semester.
• Class attendance counts as 30% of your final grade. Each week, a record of your logins is documented in Canvas.
• The class opens promptly on Sunday at 10:00 am. All assignments for the corresponding week will be posted and available for review. Each class runs until the following Saturday and ends at 11:59 pm.
• All absences must be excused before the start of the week. Please email me at smc05271@ccv.vsc.edu if it is an emergency call or text my phone at 802-591-1894. Leave your name, what class you are enrolled in, the reason for your absence, and any support you will need.
• You are allowed up to two absences per semester. Two absences will lower your final grade.
• Three absences will result in immediate failure of this course. Please reach out often and early when struggling with anything in this class. I am here to support your success.
• We only have 14 classes together this semester. Each class covers a significant amount of learning scaffolded intentionally to strengthen your skills for each additional course.

Missing & Late Work Policy

Assignments are expected to be completed by the due date. AFTER TWO WEEKS, late assignments will not be accepted for credit. A rubric grades each assignment. Students are strongly encouraged to review the rubric, lectures, and handouts before attempting their homework.

Accessibility Services for Students with Disabilities:

1. Provide disability documentation to the Accessibility Coordinator at your academic center. https://ccv.edu/discover-resources/students-with-disabilities/
2. Request an appointment to meet with accessibility coordinator to discuss your request and create an accommodation plan.
3. Once created, students will share the accommodation plan with faculty. Please note, faculty cannot make disability accommodations outside of this process.

Academic Integrity