ITAL 361
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Italian Civilization from 1600 to the Present
French and Italian
College of Humanities
Course Description
Survey of institutions, fine arts, and great writers that shaped the history of Italy from the Baroque period to the present day.
When Taught
Fall
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Other Prerequisites
Or concurrent enrollment.
Note
Fulfills GE Arts elective.
Title
Periods of artistic expression in Italian History
Learning Outcome
Become familiar with the major intellectual and artistic traditions of Italy from the Baroque Period to modern times by identifying the chronology and main characteristics of each period listed in the syllabus.
Title
Form, Composition, and Meaning in the Arts
Learning Outcome
Apply critical concepts, theory, and history to the texts, music, artifacts, and works of art listed in the syllabus to discover, interpret, and evaluate their multiple meanings.
Title
Critical and Aesthetic Judgment
Learning Outcome
Develop critical skills and informed aesthetic judgment to discuss and analyze the music, architecture, and works of art listed in the syllabus, paying particular attention to their historical or social setting and their place in shaping culture.
Title
Research and Effective Communication in Italian
Learning Outcome
Locate and evaluate resources relevant to course assignments and apply appropriate methods of investigation (e.g., formulate hypotheses, make valid arguments, use evidence, cope with ambiguity, evaluate competing interpretations), and communicate findings coherently both orally and in writing.
