Content Standard 6.0: COMPOSITION: Students will demonstrate a basic understanding of elements and principles of art and composition as applied to photography. Design simple compositions on paper using basic tools 6.1.1 Identify examples of art elements in photographs Create, analyze and apply design elements to projects. Develop the use of contrast and values to emphasize the key elements of composition. 6.1.1 Identify the concept of visual illusion and the relationship to photographic composition Create a color and value scale to demonstrate the relationship between the elements of the two scales Describe the relationship of art elements and photographic composition 6.2.1 Describe guidelines of photographic composition Create photographic images that demonstrate an understanding of the key elements of photographic composition 6.2.3 Capture an image using composition guidelines Individual Assignment s 6.2.4 Develop several compositions from a single theme/subject 7.12.3 (English) 10.12.1 (English) 7.12.3 (English) 9.12.6 (Math) Use and analyze the connection between mathematics and other disciplines Vocabulary and design worksheets, student selfevaluation Participation Journal notes Creation of design projects that have a basis in mathematics Tonal range scale worksheet color wheel Teacher rubric 7.12.4 (English) 6.12.2 (English) 7.12.3 (English) Key terms Puzzles Note and Worksheets Individual Assignment s Text: Visual Experiences, Feldman Text: Experiences in Visual Thinking Composition Video Text: Visual Experiences, Feldman Work sheets teacher demonstration Text: Visual Experiences Text: Experiences in Visual Thinking Visual aides Various design worksheets. Text: Introduction to Tessellations Text: The Photographic Eye. Text: Synetics Composition Video Teacher made packets Peer Examples and project August 2007 Page 1 of 7 Douglas County School District
Content Standard 10.0: PRESENTATION AND PORTFOLIOS: Students will demonstrate knowledge in creating a display of their work. Understand the process of editing for quality and content. 10.1.1 Demonstrate photographic presentation techniques Review standards to critique and evaluate prints according to standards 10.1.2 Critique student work with constructive criticism Constructive student critique 10.1.2 10.12.4 (English) P.12.A.2 (Science) 10.12.4 (English) P.12.A.2 (Science) Student portfolio Worksheet, Critique form Examples of portfolios; Professional and peer Internet search: Photography Portfolios Text: The Photographic Eye 10.12.4 (English) Peer Critique Internet sites: Critique Styles Content Standard 2.0: PHOTO LAW /ETHICS: Students will demonstrate knowledge the laws as they relate to photography. Define the school classroom policy on appropriate subject matter 2.1.6 Discuss the issues of privacy and ethics Introduce legal and ethical practices related too copyright laws and fair use policies 2.1.6 9.8.2 (English) Select and use vocabulary and public speaking techniques appropriate to audience and purpose 9.8.2 (English) 10.12.1 (English) 10.12.2 (English) N.12.B.3 (Science) Students know the influence of ethics on scientific enterprise Key Terms worksheet Teacher created Scenario debate Various textbooks, internet Various textbooks, internet August 2007 Page 2 of 7 Douglas County School District
Content Standard 1.0: HISTORY: Students will describe and analyze the role and development of photography in past and present cultures. Research and record the development of the photographic process, equipment, photographers, and global impact 1.1.1 Compare different processes 1.1.5 Compare characteristics of photography within a particular historical period including the following: style, ideas, issues, or themes in the humanities or sciences 1.1.6 Identify the work of famous photographers. 1.17 Describe the role that photography plays in every day life. 2.8.3 (English) Locate essential information, make and verify predictions, draw conclusions, and make inferences in literary, informational, and functional text. Organize and present research findings using appropriate media 1.6.4 (English) 4.12.3 (English) 9.12.2 (English) 9.12.3 (English) N.12.B.4 (Science) N.12.B.1 (Science) Timeline Brochure Diorama Critiques Class presentation Text: History of Photography, various textbooks, internet research, Internet Photo Galleries Peer Critiques Content Standard 3.0: SAFETY: Students will be able to demonstrate the safe use of materials and equipment Identify the basic camera components and handling procedure 3.1.1 Recite and complete a demonstration exhibiting knowledge of safe use of materials and equipment 3.1.2 Demonstrate the safe and proper care of cameras and all other lab equipment. Identify equipment safe use for processing and developing chemistries 3.1.4. Demonstrate the safe handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals/materials in accordance with local, state and federal safety and environmental regulations. 9.12.2 (English) 9.12.3 (English) 10.12.2 (English) 1.12.1 (Math) Calculate and estimate sums..formulas and algorithms. N.12.B.1 (Science) P.12.A.5 (Science) Students know chemical reactions can take place at Vocabulary terms Vocabulary worksheets Photography text, Camera manuals Diagrams Photography text, Mfg. recommendations Diagrams August 2007 Page 3 of 7 Douglas County School District
3.1.6 Demonstrate proper use of electrical cords and electrical equipment Demonstrate correct procedure for processing film to negative different rates, depending on a variety of factors (i.e. temperature, concentration, surface area, and agitation). E.12.C.4 (Science) Students know processes of obtaining, using and recycling of renewable and non renewable resources 9.12.2 (English) 9.12.3 (English) 10.12.2 (English) E.12.A.4 (Science) P.12.A.5 (Science) Successfully completing film to negative processing Lecture, teacher demonstration, note Content Standard 4.0: CAMERAS and ACCESSORIES: Students will identify different types and uses of cameras and their accessories. Create simple pinhole camera to understand basic camera components Exposure trials Exposure record Text: History of Photography Internet Use specific and varied vocabulary and apply standard English to communicate ideas. 10.12.1 (English) Participate in problemsolving conversations or group discussions by identifying, synthesizing and evaluating data. 4.12.6 (English) Read and apply multi-step directions in order to perform complex procedures and tasks Group discussion August 2007 Page 4 of 7 Douglas County School District
Identify and recite parts and their functions for the camera 4.1.1, 4.1.2, 4.1.3, 4.1.4, 4.1.5, 4.1.6, 4.1.7 Identify basic lens capabilities 4.2.1, 4. 2.2, 4.2.3, 4.2.5, 4.2.6., 4.2.7. Organize and present research findings using appropriate media P.12.C.1 (Science) Students know waves (ie light) have energy that can be transferred when the waves interact with matter Vocabulary note Vocabulary note Lecture, note and hand outs power point Lecture, note and hand outs, power point Identify various digital formats and basic systems Teacher rubric Lecture, note and hand outs power point August 2007 Page 5 of 7 Douglas County School District
Content Standard 5.0: EXPOSURE: Students will demonstrate an understanding of proper exposures. Create and use a pinhole camera to understand the relationship of light to exposure 5.1.1, 5.1.7, 5.1.9 Understand relationship of camera controls to exposure 5.1.1, 5.1.2, 5.1.5, 5.1.6, 5.1.7, 5.1.8, 5.1.9, 5.1.10. Understand relationship of lens and timer for correct exposure (darkroom) Understand the relationship of 3 types of lighting to exposure 5.1.3,5.1.4, 5.1.5, 5.1.10 P.12.A.5 (Science) 3.12.2 (Math) Select and use measurement tools, techniques, formulas to calculate and compare. 3.12.2 (Math) 3.12.2 (Math) Exposure Records Teacher led discussion note participation Quiz Teacher led discussion note participation Quiz Teacher led discussion note participation Quiz Teacher created exposure record form Note Text: Black & White Photography, Litschel Note Black & White Photography, Litschel Demonstration Note Content Standard 8.0 FILM: Students will demonstrate knowledge in selection development and printing of film Understand the various film types, the ratings (ISO) and formats Test 8.1.1 Vocabulary Compare the chemical layers of various film types 8.1.2 Explain the relationship between film speed and print quality Understand the variables when processing film to negative, and negative to positive Trouble shoot processing and printing problems Create special effects by altering chemistry / technique Use specific repair strategies such as summarizing, clarifying ambiguities, and consulting other sources 4.12.6 (English) 4.12.6 (English) 4.12.6 (English) Test Note Various photography texts Internet resources Lecture Various photography texts Internet resources Lecture Various photography texts Internet resources Lecture Demonstration August 2007 Page 6 of 7 Douglas County School District
Content Standard 7.0: PRINCIPLES OF LIGHTING: Students will demonstrate an understanding of the different light sources and their proper use Understand the quality and properties of light 7.1.1 Create images with a single artificial light source P.12.C.1 (Science) Note Participation N. 12.A.2 (Science) Exposure record Demonstration Visuals Create images with natural light source Content Standard 11 N.12.A.2 (Science) Exposure record Research photographic careers. 11.1 Investigate photographic careers and qualifications, noting the personal and work attributes required to succeed. Content Standard 12 Use the employability skills worksheet to evaluate their growth 11.12.1 (English) Formulate cross curricular research questions and use an appropriate research design to gather information 11.12.2 (English) Evaluate possible sources of information for credibility and usefulness Organize and present research findings using appropriate media Writing Job Outlook Catalogue Internet Search Teacher created form Review of various high school skills requirements Skills USA standards August 2007 Page 7 of 7 Douglas County School District