What Is Art? ((4 Credits))

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This course focuses on the philosophies of art, the aesthetic theories, interpretations of art, and examples of art emerged from various times and parts of Western and non-Western societies. Students will contemplate on the enduring questions and issues related to, for example, the concepts of beauty, good art, and moral dimension of art; socio-cultural assumptions about art; definition, function, meaning, and value of art; and aesthetic qualities and experiences of art. Prior to registering, students should have prior college course or knowledge in art, philosophy, or cultural studies, as well as upper-level standing with advanced level academic skills. This course was previously ART-224514 What is Art?