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Communication Inquiry 101C
Music and Human Experience
Fall Semester, 2010
MWF, 10:00-10:50, Craig Hall 206
Dr. R. Duhaime
Craig Hall 111, ext.2464
Office Hours: by appointment
General Information
This course will serve as an introduction to the collegiate experience in
two ways. First, as an academic course built around a central topic, such
scholastic skills as the use of basic research tools, the critical evaluation
and implementation of electronic and library resources in an academic
environment, the proper presentation of material in oral and written forms, and
approaches to various testing procedures will be emphasized. Specifically,
the following student outcomes serve as goals for the course:
1. Improve skills of investigation and critical analyses,
especially in evaluating sources, interpreting evidence, and drawing logical
conclusions.
2. Improve skills of written communication, especially the
ability to write clearly and to present thoughts coherently and persuasively.
3. Improve skills of oral communication, especially the ability
to listen critically, to ask questions clearly, and to present thoughts
effectively in discussions.
4. Begin learning about electronic and library resources
available at Austin College, and how to use them in the academic environment.
(These objectives will be pursued during New Student Days and through the fall
semester in collaboration with the staffs of Abell Library and Information
Technology.)
5. Understand the principles of academic integrity and the
particular policies and procedures in effect at Austin College.
Second, as a
more generalized introduction to college life, the course will serve as a forum
for the exchange of ideas on a number of topics as the need arises.
Texts
Komar, Arthur. Music and Human Experience. New York:
Schirmer Books, 1980, with accompanying record set. (Not for purchase; on
electronic reserve for C.I. 101C; see access procedures below.)
Hacker, Diana. A Pocket Style Manual, 5th ed.
Boston: Bedford/St. Martin's Press, 2009. (Available in the Austin College
Bookstore.)
Attendance
Class time will be spent listening to and commenting on specific musical
examples as well as in discussions and exercises not directly related to the
academic topic. Since such classroom work cannot readily be regained
outside of class, regular class attendance is therefore mandatory.
Attendance at area musical events (symphonic, choral, and ensemble concerts and
recitals) will prove helpful, with two required attendances noted in the
syllabus.
Grading
Evaluation will be based equally in the following areas:
Research assignments and
papers
Announced and unannounced
exams and quizzes
Class preparation,
attendance, and participation
Semester grades will be calculated as follows:
90-100%
A-/A/A+
80-89%
B-/B/B+
70-79%
C-/C/C+
60-69%
D-/D/D+
59% and below
F
Assignments
The assigned text readings and listenings should be completed before
the class hour in which they will be discussed. The record library and
listening facilities of the Austin College Music Department may be used to
complete the assignments. These resources are located in Craig Hall, room
102, and are available for general use Monday through Friday from 8:30
a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Evening and weekend access times will be posted.)
All required listenings and readings will be on reserve for C.I. 101C and must
not be taken from Craig Hall. (Listening assignments marked with and
asterisk * are on the CD labeled Music and Human Experience.) All papers and other written assignments are
expected to be typed in appropriate scholastic style (to be discussed in class)
and are due at the beginning of the class hour noted on the course syllabus.
The readings on electronic reserve (Moodle) are accessed as follows:
1. Open a browser window and enter:
http://moodle.austincollege.edu
2. Log into Moodle using your e-mail password.
3. Select C.I. 101C to view and/or read and/or print the daily
assignments.
Academic Integrity
While students are encouraged to seek advice from each other and the student
leaders, all signed work (e.g., papers, exams, bibliographic assignments)
is assumed to be original. The current Academic Integrity Policy at Austin
College, as stated in The Environment, the student handbook, is in
effect. While some topics of academic integrity will be discussed
throughout the course, such as plagiarism and the correct attribution of source
material, any specific questions not covered in class should be addressed to the
instructor.
Academic Accommodations
Any student with special learning or test-taking needs must meet with the
instructor individually and register with Laura Márquez, Director of the
Academic Skills Center, immediately. For information on documentation
needed to register for academic accommodation, contact the Academic Skills
Center at (903) 813-2454 or visit the Office in Suite 211 of the Wright Campus
Center.
Dr. Ricky
Duhaime: rduhaime@austincollege.edu |