This class covers the history of 20th century art and design from the perspective of the technologist. Methods for visual analysis, oral critique, and digital expression are introduced. Class projects this term use the OLPC XO (One Laptop Per Child) laptop, Csound and Python software.
The course really does blend art and technology-worth a look even if programming isn't a learner's forte or interest.
Type of Material:
Self paced online course.
Recommended Uses:
In class, self paced, homework
Technical Requirements:
OLPC XO laptop, Csound and Python software, music painter, office suite, word.
Identify Major Learning Goals:
To use extensive examples from art and technology to see how they are related.
To learn how art and technology are interrelated.
To gain knowledge and self confidence in expressing ideas.
To learn how to give peer feedback.
Target Student Population:
College General Ed, College Lower Division, College Upper Division
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
Basic computer navgation and software knowledge such as Word and Painter
Content Quality
Rating:
Strengths:
The instructions are clear and easy to follow. The content is appropriate to this topic. The manual is well organized and clear.
Concerns:
It's a very text based course. The core is good but it will benefit from more interactivity, such as video examples from students and instructor, presentations, and links to newer resources.
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
Rating:
Strengths:
Clear instructions and topic delineation. Learning objectives are easy to find.
Concerns:
The course needs to be updated.
Peer critique is essential to the essay assignments, but there is no mechanism for this in this online course. This appears to be relevant to about half of the course. Assignments are available, but no solutions. Some assignments include technical instructions which may be difficult for some users.
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
Rating:
Strengths:
The instructions are easy to use and follow. The layout of each page is consistent and robust. The site is easy to navigate and the links work.
Concerns:
Lots of requests for donations and the course needs to be updated.
Creative Commons:
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