Since this is a survey course, and it is impossible to include every kind of art object produced in these areas between 2000 B.C. and 1520 A.D., I expect students to learn to recognize the most typical art styles and important sites, and thus be given a visual background for more advanced courses in Anthropology and the Fine Arts. Recognize the value, both artistically and culturally, of the art of Pre-Columbina America to the history of mankind. Understand the relationship between art and society in Pre-Columbian America. Describe the art of the major periods of Pre-Columbian Mexico. Recognize the typical art styles and important sites associated with each period.
Regular attendance is essential.
Students with four or more unexcused absenses may be dropped from the course. Because of the nature of the class presentation, slides and movies, there is no way to make up missed classes. Grades may be lowered for excessive absenses. These are due on the dates assigned on the class schedule. Grades on the exercises will be lowered if they are late.