Appreciation of Music

Course Details

Course Number: MUSC1391 Section Number: 103

Fall 2010

Location: Fain Fine Arts Center

Classroom Number: C111

Days & Times:

MWF 12-12:50

Course Attachments

Textbooks

MSU Faculty Member

Dr. David H. Johnson
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Course Objectives

This course will develop your listening ability, historical knowledge, and general appreciation of Western Art Music. The student will be expected to develop some listening skills as we learn about art music, musical composition, and the nature of the creative process. Students are encouraged to develop independent and critical thinking skills, but no previous musical background is necessary and students will not be expected to read musical notation.

Grading Standards

Grading: Your grade will be calculated out of 500 points. (Sorry, no extra credit.)

463 points–A 450 points–A-

438 points–B+ 413 points–B 400 points–B-

388 points–C+ 363 points–C 350 points–C-

338 points–D+ 313 points–D 300 points–D-

Under 600 points–F

Exams–80%, four exams at 100 points each (400 points) Sep 27, Oct 13, Nov 8, Dec 8

Concert Reports—20%, 2 concert reports at 50 points each (100 points) due Oct 13, Dec 3

Final Exam12/8/2010 3:30

Submission Format Policy

Note: You may not submit a paper for a grade in this class that already has been (or will be) submitted for a grade in another course, unless you obtain the explicit written permission of me and the other instructor involved in advance.

Late Paper Policy

The first concert report will be due Wednesday, Oct 13. The second one is due Friday, Dec 3. Late concert reports receive half credit.

Plagiarism Policy Plagiarism is the use of someone else's thoughts, words, ideas, or lines of argument in your own work without appropriate documentation (a parenthetical citation at the end and a listing in "Works Cited")-whether you use that material in a quote, paraphrase, or summary. It is a theft of intellectual property and will not be tolerated, whether intentional or not.

Student Honor Creed

As an MSU Student, I pledge not to lie, cheat, steal, or help anyone else do so."

As students at MSU, we recognize that any great society must be composed of empowered, responsible citizens. We also recognize universities play an important role in helping mold these responsible citizens. We believe students themselves play an important part in developing responsible citizenship by maintaining a community where integrity and honorable character are the norm, not the exception. Thus, We, the Students of Midwestern State University, resolve to uphold the honor of the University by affirming our commitment to complete academic honesty. We resolve not only to be honest but also to hold our peers accountable for complete honesty in all university matters. We consider it dishonest to ask for, give, or receive help in examinations or quizzes, to use any unauthorized material in examinations, or to present, as one's own, work or ideas which are not entirely one's own. We recognize that any instructor has the right to expect that all student work is honest, original work. We accept and acknowledge that responsibility for lying, cheating, stealing, plagiarism, and other forms of academic dishonesty fundamentally rests within each individual student. We expect of ourselves academic integrity, personal professionalism, and ethical character. We appreciate steps taken by University officials to protect the honor of the University against any who would disgrace the MSU student body by violating the spirit of this creed. Written and adopted by the 2002-2003 MSU Student Senate.

Students with Disabilities The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights protection for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Disability Support Services in Room 168 of the Clark Student Center, 397-4140.

Safe Zones Statement The professor considers this classroom to be a place where you will be treated with respect as a human being - regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, political beliefs, age, or ability. Additionally, diversity of thought is appreciated and encouraged, provided you can agree to disagree. It is the professor's expectation that ALL students consider the classroom a safe environment.

Contacting your Instructor All instructors in the Department have voicemail in their offices and MWSU e-mail addresses. Make sure you add your instructor's phone number and e-mail address to both email and cell phone lists of contacts.

Attendance Requirements

Attendance: Although no attendance is taken in the class, students are responsible for attending the class. Not all of the material covered in class, and found on the tests, is in the text. Lecture material is only obtainable during regular class periods except in unusual situations. Recording of the lectures is not allowed without permission of the instructor. Consistent attendance is necessary for success in this course.

Other Policies

Exams: There will be four exams given, each worth 20% of your final grade. Exams will be based on lectures, assigned readings, and assigned listening.

If you know that you cannot attend an exam because of an academic-related conflict, please let

me know at least 2 weeks in advance. An alternate exam time can be scheduled. You may only make up a missed exam in the case of an emergency, and your absence must be documented. Sleeping too late does not count as an emergency.

Concert Reports: Over the course of the semester, you will be required to attend 2 concerts. See back page of syllabus for additional information. Late concert reports receive only half credit.

Preparedness: There will be regular reading and listening assignments. Students are expected to keep up with both and to contribute to classroom discussions.

Writing Proficiency Requirement All students seeking a Bachelor's degree from Midwestern State University must satisfy a writing proficiency requirement once they've 1) passed English 1113 and English 1123 and 2) earned 60 hours. You may meet this requirement by passing either the Writing Proficiency Exam or English 2113. Please keep in mind that, once you've earned over 90 hours, you lose the opportunity to take the $25 exam and have no option but to enroll in the three-credit hour course. If you have any questions about the exam, visit the Writing Proficiency Office website at http://academics.mwsu.edu/wpr, or call 397-4131.