topicDiscussion Forum-Question Module 3 Chapter 1 Prehistoric Art AND Lecture Videos for the topic Discuss the ways in which art was used as a vehicle to link the physical with the spiritual world in Paleolithic and Neolithic communities. Note: Please make sure that you have read and understand the requirements for the discussion questions spelled out in Writing requirements-Assignment 1.2 for module 1. This is an AI (Artificial Intelligence) restricted assignment. AI restrictions and other writing requirements The use of AI is not permitted for this assignment. Your first paragraph must be declarative in several ways Restate the question Declare your intentions to use (have used) the assigned materials i.e. the book, lecture notes and videos, assigned websites and other links, etc…. Declare your intention to not use (have not used) AI. Example of first paragraph. In this discussion forum I will explore ways that we believe people of the Paleolithic and Neolithic era used art as a way to link the physical and spiritual realms. I will be using the assigned materials such as the book and the class site. And I declare that I have not used AI. Example of second paragraph: One of the first theories that I will discuss concerns sympathetic magic. Many scholars believe that a kind of sympathetic hunting magic could be one way to explain some of the cave paintings. For instance, illustration 1.1 Wounder Bison (Janson 3)shows a painting of a wounded bison. This painting could have been made before the hunt in order to create a favorable outcome. By showing the bison as wounded the hunters project into the future that which they want to come true. These two example paragraphs are simply guides to help you get started. You can rewrite them in any way that fits your style. Watch the video on posting and see the example post in the Example forum Reminders Use images to illustrate your post when appropriate or required. Include the question at the top of your post in your answer (see the student example) Follow all of the writing guidelines from the guide to forums Get your work in early so you can receive feedback. This also gives others time to comment on your work. Remember that you do have the ability to edit your own posting. Your answers should be no shorter than three good paragraphs (around 300-500 words). Double that in some questions. Please review the grading policy for forums. Get your forum answers in on time. Late work may not be accepted. Respond to others. This is an important part of the grade. Responses are due on Sunday by midnight Use the assigned reading plus all other assets in the unit folder such as web links to formulate your answers. Make sure you are adhering to the guide to forums. Review the video help on creating posts. Use the MLA format and cite your sources Video Lectures-Chapter 1 Discussion Question-This is a video lecture to get you started on the discussion question These two videos are specific to the discussion question. Watch both and use this information in the discussion assignment. Don’t forget to cite the videos. How to cite a class video (or other class asset: Class Site, Art 101 Fall Sp25 Module 3, “Name of video”
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DISCUSSION – The “Concept-to-Reality” AI Challenge
DISCUSSION – The “Concept-to-Reality” AI Challenge
Objective: Explore how AI can jumpstart the creative process and refine technical models in seconds.
There are a myriad AI design tools these days that you might have used or experimented with.
The purpose of this fun discussion post is THREE-FOLD –
1. To become an active user of 2026 technology
2. Exploring and sharing the results of various tools – tool variety,
3. Experience and conclude on the hypothesis that AI is a co-pilot, not a replacement for technical design skills.
Part 1: Exploration (The 15-Minute Sprint)
Choose any one of the available AI tools and spend 15 minutes generating a “Dream Interior” for a specific client (e.g., a minimalist workspace for a futuristic digital nomad or a biophilic library for a primary school). Suggested few –
- Midjourney: Use text prompts to generate 4 high-quality mood board images that capture a specific “vibe” or material palette.
- SketchUp Diffusion: If you have a basic SketchUp massing model, use this built-in extension to “re-skin” it in various styles (Industrial, Scandinavian, etc.) with a single click.
- Adobe Firefly: Use “Generative Fill” to take a photo of an empty room and add furniture or change the lighting based on your prompts.
These are only suggestions. Feel free to choose any tool.
IMPORTANT – DO NOT SPEND MORE THAN 15 MINUTES ON THE PROMPT
Part 2: Discussion Post (Your Experience)
After your sprint, post the following information in the discussion board:
- Name of the tool you chose.
- What was your prompt? (You can directly copy and paste the prompt here). If you modified the prompt or built on it, you can list that here as well.
- The “Magic” Moment: What was the most surprising or impressive thing the program did with your idea?
- The “Glitch” Moment: AI isn’t perfect. Did it struggle with perspective, hands, or specific furniture? How did you try to fix the prompt?
- The Professional Pivot: As a designer, how would you use this result to improve your actual SketchUp model? Does it change how you’ll think about materials or lighting in your next rendering?
Part 3: Peer Peer Review
Comment on at least two classmates’ posts. Compare their tool to yours. Which one seems more “ready for a client” and why?
Requirements: Just follow instruction, be simple not too long
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English Literature
Review
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Early Work
- If you submit your essay early, I can give you constructive feedback, and you can re-submit with your revisions for more points!
Late Work
- Since this is the last paper of the semester, I can only accept late submissions/revisions through Monday, August 4th because my grades are due by August 6th, and I have to grade the essays and give you more feedback. Once you submit this paper, be sure to view my feedback.
Reminders
- Your essay must be a minimum of 1500 words.
- You need to use two to four scholarly articles. Info from Wikipedia, abstracts, and reviews do not count.
- Make sure your thesis statement clearly conveys your position on one side of the issue, three points for arguing, and the counterargument.
- Make sure your body paragraphs include documentation and integrated, blended, word for word quotations that are connected to your words from your resources to support your argument.
- Make sure your last pages are your Works Cited (as its own page) and Annotated Bibliography (as its own page).
Plagiarism
Be sure to check your originality report after it is generated. I will deal with AI detection on an individual basis.
Requirements:
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English Literature
Review
Document File Type
- Your essay must either be a Word Doc or PDF file. If you submit a Pages file, Canvas will convert it to a .txt file; thus removing all of your formatting. This will negatively impact your grade. Let me know if you need any help submitting your work!
- If you submit through Google Drive, your file will be converted to either a Word Doc or PDF in Canvas.
Early Work
- If you submit your essay early, I can give you constructive feedback, and you can re-submit with your revisions for more points!
Late Work
- Since this is the last paper of the semester, I can only accept late submissions/revisions through Monday, August 4th because my grades are due by August 6th, and I have to grade the essays and give you more feedback. Once you submit this paper, be sure to view my feedback.
Reminders
- Your essay must be a minimum of 1500 words.
- You need to use two to four scholarly articles. Info from Wikipedia, abstracts, and reviews do not count.
- Make sure your thesis statement clearly conveys your position on one side of the issue, three points for arguing, and the counterargument.
- Make sure your body paragraphs include documentation and integrated, blended, word for word quotations that are connected to your words from your resources to support your argument.
- Make sure your last pages are your Works Cited (as its own page) and Annotated Bibliography (as its own page).
Plagiarism
Be sure to check your originality report after it is generated. I will deal with AI detection on an individual basis.
Requirements:
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English Literature
Review
Document File Type
- Your essay must either be a Word Doc or PDF file. If you submit a Pages file, Canvas will convert it to a .txt file; thus removing all of your formatting. This will negatively impact your grade. Let me know if you need any help submitting your work!
- If you submit through Google Drive, your file will be converted to either a Word Doc or PDF in Canvas.
Early Work
- If you submit your essay early, I can give you constructive feedback, and you can re-submit with your revisions for more points!
Late Work
- Since this is the last paper of the semester, I can only accept late submissions/revisions through Monday, August 4th because my grades are due by August 6th, and I have to grade the essays and give you more feedback. Once you submit this paper, be sure to view my feedback.
Reminders
- Your essay must be a minimum of 1500 words.
- You need to use two to four scholarly articles. Info from Wikipedia, abstracts, and reviews do not count.
- Make sure your thesis statement clearly conveys your position on one side of the issue, three points for arguing, and the counterargument.
- Make sure your body paragraphs include documentation and integrated, blended, word for word quotations that are connected to your words from your resources to support your argument.
- Make sure your last pages are your Works Cited (as its own page) and Annotated Bibliography (as its own page).
Plagiarism
Be sure to check your originality report after it is generated. I will deal with AI detection on an individual basis.
Requirements:
-
English Literature
Review
Document File Type
- Your essay must either be a Word Doc or PDF file. If you submit a Pages file, Canvas will convert it to a .txt file; thus removing all of your formatting. This will negatively impact your grade. Let me know if you need any help submitting your work!
- If you submit through Google Drive, your file will be converted to either a Word Doc or PDF in Canvas.
Early Work
- If you submit your essay early, I can give you constructive feedback, and you can re-submit with your revisions for more points!
Late Work
- Since this is the last paper of the semester, I can only accept late submissions/revisions through Monday, August 4th because my grades are due by August 6th, and I have to grade the essays and give you more feedback. Once you submit this paper, be sure to view my feedback.
Reminders
- Your essay must be a minimum of 1500 words.
- You need to use two to four scholarly articles. Info from Wikipedia, abstracts, and reviews do not count.
- Make sure your thesis statement clearly conveys your position on one side of the issue, three points for arguing, and the counterargument.
- Make sure your body paragraphs include documentation and integrated, blended, word for word quotations that are connected to your words from your resources to support your argument.
- Make sure your last pages are your Works Cited (as its own page) and Annotated Bibliography (as its own page).
Plagiarism
Be sure to check your originality report after it is generated. I will deal with AI detection on an individual basis.
Requirements: