COURSE DESCRIPTION

Humanities Magazine Publication (1-3 variable) (A.A.). Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. It provides the student an opportunity to contribute to the making of a humanities magazine that encourages and gives voice to the artistic expression of students of Manatee Community College. The students are involved in the layout and make-up of the magazine, including selecting literary and art works, editing and proofreading. This course may be repeated for additional credit.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

The student, at the successful completion of this course, should be able to:

1. Recognize a successfully written poem and short story.

2. Identify graphic images likely to reproduce well when printed.

3. Discuss elements of poetry and short fiction.

4. Determine an image’s strength and its potential for non-verbal communication within the magazine.

5. Proofread copy using fundamental proofreading practices.

6. Integrate elements of image and text to create a cohesive and visually interesting product.

7. Differentiate between a valid and invalid rejection and be willing to defend one’s position when challenged.

8. Work within a peer group and make decisions in a democratic manner.

9. Interact with printing professionals in all phases of magazine production.

10. Recognize and respect the importance of meeting deadlines while continuing to maintain high aesthetic standards.

NOTE: 1 credit hour equals 16 hours worth of assignments.
2 credit hours equal 32 hours worth of assignments.
3 credit hours equal 48 hours worth of assignments.

Date of Last Revision: March 11, 2003

Date of Last Review: March 11, 2003