HUMI 16
Arts, Ideas and Values


Course Description

This course is an interdisciplinary introduction to artistic cultural studies. Students critically analyze the dynamic process through which contemporary cultural values and social constructions of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, social class, religion and globalization shape and have been shaped by artistic expression. Special emphasis is placed on art as a tool for social change.

Class Details

CRN Course Section Days Times Instructor Loc
27006 HUMI 16 01Z ···R··· 09:30 AM-10:20 AM Barbara Hoffman ONLINE
······· TBA-TBA

Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-09-21 to 2026-12-11.
Footnote:
HUMI-016.-01Z: This is an online class with SOME scheduled meetings as noted in the class listing. The rest of the class can be completed independently each week on the student's own time. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning.

Class Materials

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Course Details

Units
4 Units
Hours
  • Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
  • Weekly Lab Hours: 0
Program Status
Program Applicable
Credit
Credit - Degree Applicable
Grading Method
Pass/Fail Grading

Requisite and Advisory

Advisory
  • ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL D005.
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