Wintersession 2008 On-Campus Courses

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Wintersession 2008 On-Campus Courses

ARCH 301 Introduction to AutoCAD 2007
Hoque (MIT)
This is an introductory course in the use of computer aided design and drafting techniques. The focus will be to provide students with a basic knowledge of AutoCAD 2007 and its applications in architecture and design.Not offered every year. Subject to Dean’s Office approval.

Prerequisite: ARTS 105, plus two 200 level courses in. either architectural history, drawing, or design, or MIT studio (at least one of these must be a studio art course). Preference to architecture majors.
Distribution: None
Semester: Wintersession Unit: 0.5

EDUC 221 Museum Education and the Art Encounter
Miller
Study of the theory and practices of museum education, with a special focus on the museum-school relationship. Students will participate in the Davis Museum education programs for schools to examine distinct learning environemnt of the museum and its role in society. How can the visual arts be engaged as a tool for teaching? What can children's responses to works of art tell us about the way they learn? Working directly with students in regional public schools and objects in the collections of the Davis Museum and Cultural Center collection, we will explore the means of activitating the educational role and the mission of museums in society. Recommended for students who may wish to become involved in volunteer opportunities in museum education pograms as well as student teachers hoping to make effective use of museum resources in their future classsrooms. Not offered every year. Subject to Dean’s Office approval.

Prerequisite: At least one Education or Art course, or by permission of the instructor.
Distribution: Arts, Music, Theatre, Film, Video
Semester: Wintersession Unit: 0.5

NEW! EXTD 115 Introduction to Botanical Art
Roche and Govan (Friends of Horticulture)
" If you can paint a leaf, you can paint the world." (Ruskin). This course will focus on the roles of Botanical Art in fine art and science, both historically and in the present day. Students will study the exacting skills demanded of the artist, through study of examples in Wellesley College special collections and in practical applications. In the Wellesley College Ferguson Greenhouses, students will obtain grounding in botanical knowledge, basic instruction in representational drawing and color study, as well as an appreciation of the knowledge of the botanical illustrator, as scientist and artist. Mandatory credit/non. Not offered every year. Subject to Dean’s Office approval.

Prerequisite: None
Distribution: None
Semester: Wintersession Unit: 0.5

FREN 202 French Language, Literatures, and Cultures
Schipa
In this Wintersession course, reading, writing, and speaking skills are developed through analysis and discussions of short stories, plays, poems, films, and newspaper articles from France and the Francophone world. Students beginning with 202 must take one of the following courses: 205, 206, 207, 208 or 209, in order to complete the language requirement. The two unit sequence should be completed within three consecutive semesters. Subject to Dean’s approval. Not offered every year.

Prerequisite: 102 or 103, SAT II score of 500-590, or an equivalent departmental placement score, or an AP score of 1 or 2 or permission of instructor. Open only to students who receive B+ or better in 201.
Distribution: Language and Literature
Semester: Wintersession Unit: 1.0

GER 101 Beginning German
Mering
An introduction to contemporary German with emphasis on communicative fluency. Extensive practice in all four skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Videos and Web-based activities introduce the student to topics from contemporary culture in German-speaking countries. Each semester earns 1.0 unit of credit; however, both semesters must be completed satisfactorily to receive credit for either course.

Prerequisite: None
Distribution: None
Semester: Fall, Wintersession, Spring Unit: 1.0

MUS 240 Opera Workshop
Fuller
This course is appropriate for singers currently enrolled in voice lessons who wish to gain expertise in dramatic musical performance – that is, the techniques that aid singing actors in the presentation of operatic repertory. All students will receive extensive musical and dramatic coaching, and will have the opportunity to perform a scene or aria in an informal presentation at the conclusion of Wintersession. Emphasis will be placed on researching of roles, character development, actions appropriate to musical style, and the interaction of text, music, and movement. The class meets daily, and students are expected to study and rehearse individually and with other participants outside of class sessions. Students may take this course no more than two times. Not offered every year. Subject to Dean’s Office approval.

Pre- or Corequisite: 199 in voice, with permission of 199 instructor
Distribution: Arts, Music, Theatre, Film, Video
Semester: Wintersession Unit: 0.5

RUSS 101 Elementary Russian I
Hodge
Introduction to Russian grammar through oral, written, and reading exercises; special emphasis on oral expression.

Prerequisite: None
Distribution: None
Semester: Fall, Wintersession, Summer Unit: 1.0

SPAN 202 Intermediate Spanish
Wellington
Intensive review of all language skills and introduction to the art, literature, and cultures of Spain and Latin America. Emphasis on oral and written expression and critical analysis. Three periods. Each semester earns one unit of credit; however, both semesters must be completed satisfactorily to receive credit for either course.

Prerequisite: Two admission units in Spanish or 101-102
Distribution: Language and Literature
Semester: Fall, Wintersession, Spring, Summer Unit: 1.0

THST 214 Inside Out: A Study of Character Through Voice and Movement
Rainer
This course will give students the tools and skills to develop a character either from the outside in, using movement, or from the inside out, using the voice. Utilizing the techniques of Kristin Linklater, students will move towards “freeing their natural voice” and developing range, color, and texture for effective stage use. Concurrently, students will work on “freeing their bodies” and using physicality to flesh out a character. Class work will focus on both individual and group work with particular attention given to layering voice and movement with text to create vivid, fully developed characters. Not offered every year. Subject to Dean’s office approval.

Prerequisite: None
Distribution: Arts, Music, Theatre, Film, Video
Semester: Wintersession Unit: 0.5

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