Art And Mythology

Course Code:

INTD 370

Course Type:

Area Elective

Theory:

3

Credits:

3

ECTS:

5

Course Language:

İngilizce

Course Objectives:

Analysis of the relation between art and mythology from the prehistoric times to the 20th century. The aim of this course is to develop an understanding of mythology and art in different cultures and periods in the world.

Course Content:

The class focuses on the development of art and mythology from the prehistoric times to the 20th century. Prehistoric civilizations (Mesopotamian, Egyptian, Anatolian), Ancient Indian, Classical Period (Greek and Roman) will be the study areas of this course. In addition, Western art movements will be analyzed. Every student will prepare and present a paper in class.

Course Methodology:

1: Lecture, 2: Question and Answer 3: Discussion 9: Demonstration, 12: Case Study

Course Evaluation Methods:

A: Testing

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Course Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes	Program Learning Outcomes	Teaching Methods	Assessment Methods
1) Explains the basic features of the art styles.	2, 5, 11	1, 2, 3, 9, 12	A
2) Comprehends the development of art history from Prehistory until the 20th century	2, 5, 11	1, 2, 3, 9, 12	A
3) Gains the ability of evaluating the art approaches in different societies and geographical regions.	4, 5, 8, 12	1, 2, 3, 9, 12	A
4) Analyzes the relationship of art and mythology.	4, 5, 8, 12	1, 2, 3, 9, 12	A
5) Explains the origins of the mythological scenes used in the arts such as painting and sculpture.	2, 5, 8, 11	1, 2, 3, 9, 12	A

Course Flow

Weekly Topics and Related Preparatory Pages
Week	Topics	Preparation
1	Introduction to history of art
2	Art and Mythology of Sumerian-Assyrian civilizations.
3	Art and Mythology of Ancient Egypt and India
4	Art and Mythology of American and Scandinavian cultures
5	Art and Mythology in Ancient Greek: vases, mural decoration
6	MIDTERM EXAM I
7	Art and Mythology in Ancient Greek: sculptures
8	Roman mythology, Roman art
9	The Influence of Greek Mythology on the Renaissance Art
10	Classical Mythology in Baroque Art
11	MIDTERM EXAM II
12	Classical Mythology in Western Art, 19th century
13	Presentations
14	MAKE-UP EXAM Presentations
15	General Review

Recommended Sources

-Wilkinson, P., Myths & Legends, DK, 2009.

-Cömert, B., Mitoloji ve İkonografi, De Ki, 2006.

-Gombrich, E.H., The Story of Art, Phaidon, 2003.

- Eczacıbaşı Sanat Ansiklopedisi, YEM, İstanbul.

-Kollektif, Mitoloji, NTV, 2012.

-Can, Ş., Klasik Yunan Mitolojisi, Ötüken, 2014.

Assessment

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
Semester Works	NUMBER	PERCENTAGE %
Midterm Exams	2	80
Evaluation of Comprehension on Subject
Projects
Laboratory work
Field work
Seminar and presentation classroom exercises	1	20
Application Exam
Quiz
Percentage of Midterm Works on Passing Grade
Percentage of Midterm Exams on Passing Grade		50
Percentage of the final exam		50
Total		100

Course’s Contribution to Program

The Relation of the Learning Outcomes of the Courses with the Programme Qualifications
Nr	Programme Qualifications	Contribution Level
Nr	Programme Qualifications	1	2	3	4	5

	2-The ability of understanding the interaction between people and the physical environment.				x
	4-The ability of analytical researching, critical approach developing and problem solving in the field of art and design.					x
	5-The ability of establishing the relationship between the past, present and the future and evaluating design applications within the historical and artistic process.					x
	8-The ability to develop approaches on conservation and reuse at national and local level	x
	11-The ability of establishing effective communication and expressing ideas within the visual, oral and literary field.				x
	12-The ability of to follow- up the developments within practice of design and to develop awareness of lifelong learning.			x

ECTS

ECTS / Table for Student Working Load
Activities	Activities	Duration (Hour)	Total Student Work Load
Course Duration	16	3	48
Duration for out of Class Studies (pre-works, reviews)	15	2	30
Homeworks	1	25	25
Presentation / Seminar preparation	1	3	3
Midterm exams	2	3	6
Quiz
Laboratory
Field works
Semester final exams	1	3	3
Total Student Work Load			115
Total Student Work Load /25			4,6
ECTS Credit of the Course			5

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