2011-12 Di Course Syllabus

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The Digital Imaging Program Digital Arts Technology Academy, Cathedral City High School

Photography I & II, Digital Imaging, Contemporary Media, Media Literacy, Animation Matt Cauthron, Digital Arts Instructor, mcauthron@psusd.us | 770-0100

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* Please take the time to read the full syllabus on the the DATA Di blog (or request a paper copy) Sign & return the Parent Signature Form before Friday Sept. 2nd! o Course Descriptions o Course Objectives o Course Requirements o Classroom Behavior o Grading and Evaluation

o Publication Permission o Acceptable Use Agreement o Lab Fees o Parent Signature Form (please sign and return this page only)

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Exciting things happening this school year... ! Continued use of dynamic Web 2.0 tools which support creativity & collaboration! ‣The Digital Arts Ed Ning - The DATA educational social network ‣The DATA Di Blog - All the great things happening in the Di program ‣The DATA Wikis - All class assignments, all the the time ‣Google Docs, Picasa galleries, Cafe Press, Drop Box, Issuu, and Blurb ‣The DATA Vimeo video channel ‣The Di Calendars to keep track of assignments in all Di classes ! Updated student work in photography, digital imaging, and animation on the DATA sites! ! Continued local & global creative collaborations! ! College, museum, and studio field trips for all DATA students! ! Huge expansion with Skills USA, our career technical student organization! ! Even more contests, challenges, and scholarships!

RECOMMENDED: students have a flash drive, as well as a Google & Drop Box account.

DIGITAL CAMERAS are not required and are provided to use in class. Having one to use outside of school is an excellent way to enhance the student’s creative possibilities.

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY: Students will be given opportunities to explore the many uses of digital photography and image making.

The class will focus on creating original imagery through the elements of photography and still camera work, exercising iPhoto and Photoshop CS5 Extended. Students will be encouraged to shoot assignments outside of school and submit digital prints for competition.

A digital camera is recommended.

Grade: 10 and 11 Prerequisite: none CONTEMPORARY MEDIA: Students will explore the 2 strands of DATA: Digital Imaging and Digital Storytelling. Particular attention will be given to the student’s recognition & application of tech-based communication in the visual arts and digital storytelling. Students will alternate between the two classrooms each semester gaining exposure to digital storytelling, digital photography, Photoshop, animation, and video editing through the use of iLife and Photoshop CS5 Extended.

Grade: 9 Prerequisite: none MEDIA LITERACY: Students will continue the skills learned in Contemporary Media while working in conjunction with their core content classes. Particular attention will be given to creativity, communication and collaboration while students exercise and apply the use of iLife and Photoshop CS5 Extended.

A digital camera is recommended.

Grade: 10 Prerequisite: Contemporary Media, Digital Photography, Art I, or Art II PHOTOGRAPHY II: Students will further develop skills learned in previous courses with major emphasis on manipulating and displaying digital imagery in an advanced manner. Professional digital portfolios will be created and refined as students submit work for competition, take advantage of community mentors, and organize educational or employment goals. Particular attention will be given to the use of software tools such as Aperture and Photoshop CS5 Extended.

A digital camera is recommended.

Grade: 11 Prerequisite: Digital Photography or Media Literacy ANIMATION: Students will integrate techniques of drawing, 2d & 3d digital manipulation, compositing, and digital imaging as a means of experiencing story, motion art, and design. In addition to exercising Photoshop as a tool for animation, students will gain exposure to other software items such as After Effects, Cinema 4d, and iLife.

Grade: 11 or 12 Prerequisite: Photo I or Media Literacy DIGITAL IMAGING: This course is designed for the fourth year DATA digital imaging student who is interested in finalizing a body of digital work and strengthening career goals which emphasize animation, graphics, or photography. Students will continue to take advantage of community mentors and submit work to competitions while finalizing digital portfolios.

A digital camera is recommended.

Grade: 12 Prerequisite: Photo II or Animation

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COURSE OBJECTIVES Students will apply and exercise the following: California Visual Arts Standards 1.0 Processing, analyzing, and responding to sensory information through the language and skills unique to the visual arts.

2.0 Creating, performing, and participating in the visual arts.

3.0 Understanding the visual arts in relation to history and culture.

4.0 Responding to, analyzing, and making judgments about works in the visual arts.

5.0 Connecting and applying what is learned in the visual arts to other art forms and subject areas and to careers.

International Educational Technology Standards for Students 1.0 Creativity and Innovation 2.0 Communication and Collaboration 3.0 Research and Information Fluency 4.0 Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision Making 5.0 Digital Citizenship 6.0 Technology Operations and Concepts

COURSE REQUIREMENTS A. Completion of assignments that demonstrate techniques of composition, use of technology, artistry, elements of design, and ORIGINALITY. B. Accurately turn in working files via the Digital Imaging server and/or social network.

C. Completion of all written assignments, projects, group discussions, critiques and/or use of collaboration tools.

D. Show clear evidence of thought and responsibility for created imagery.

E. Utilize the Internet as a means of accessibility and communication .

CLASSROOM BEHAVIOR ALL students are expected to possess and practice a high level of RESPONSIBILITY AND MATURITY due to the use of technical equipment. Students will take all safety precautions seriously as prescribed by the teacher.

Students need to maintain a POSITIVE, COOPERATIVE, and FLEXIBLE ATTITUDE in order to cope with the range of activities that occur during classes.

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Above all, students must RESPECT each other, the teacher, the equipment, guests, and facility.

STUDENTS WHO ARE UNABLE TO FOLLOW DIRECTIONS, not working, or who exhibit negative behaviors will receive a verbal warning. If there is no resolution, students will lose classroom privileges for a period of time that may negatively affect their grade. If the problem persists, detentions will be issued with the possibility of a referral and parent / teacher meetings.

CELL PHONES are not an acceptable means of communication DURING CLASS. Phones used during class will be taken away and given to Student Services for parents to pick up. Phones are to be used before class, after class, or when appropriate.

NO EATING or DRINKING will be allowed in the class, studio areas, or near ANY lab computers. There will be NO EXCEPTIONS.

GRADING & EVALUATION Letter grades are based on points earned throughout the semester. Assignment values will be given per assignment. A standard percentile scale will coincide with the student’s letter grade.

A+ 100-98% A 97-93% A- 92-90%

B+ 89-88% B 87-83% B- 82-80%

C+ 79-78% C 77-73% C- 72-70%

D+ 69-68% D 67-63% D- 62-60%

Less then 60 % = Fail without credit for the course ***WORK, ATTENDANCE AND PARTICIPATION ARE ALL VERY IMPORTANT!!!

________________________________________________________________________ As this is a LAB / STUDIO CLASS, most of the work needs to be completed during class time. Homework will be assigned as needed. If you have Photoshop (CS or higher) on a computer at home you may utilize it for class assignments.

(WA) WRITTEN ASSIGNMENTS: Written work is a mandatory part of the course work and may occur as blog responses, artists statements, reflections, and/or essays.

(DA) DIGITAL ASSIGNMENTS: Original lab work will be a major part of the course. This will occur as camera assignments, computer manipulation, animation, etc.

(T) TESTS: Tests will be used periodically to measure how well students retain or can apply knowledge from both written and digital assignments.

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(EC) EXTRA CREDIT: Extra credit will be available for students who are concerned about their grade in the class. Extra credit will not be accepted or considered as a substitute for missing or late assignments and will be applied at the end of each semester.

PUBLICATION PERMISSION DATA and the Di program maintain a variety web and print media that feature students and student work. It is necessary for parents to give consent for DATA and the Di program to display digital images, student web portfolios, artwork, writing samples, video imagery, and / or audio recordings of its students for education-based purposes.

Please know that this a celebration of student achievement See *** on Parent Signature Form

ACCEPTABLE USE AGREEMENT Students and parents/guardians need to be aware of the responsibilities that come along with these opportunities. The equipment is expensive, so students / guardians are responsible for any damaged equipment including but not limited to computers, cameras, and audio recording devices. When using school computers, students may not access any web sites or materials that are not class related. All students are subject to the PSUSD Acceptable Use Policy. Student use of technology as prescribed in the PSUSD Educational Technology Plan must be exercised by students at all times. Unacceptable use of technology will result in strict disciplinary action.

PSUSD Educational Technology Plan: http://www.psusd.us/Index.aspx?page=557 On-Line/Internet Services: User Obligations and Responsibilities 1. The student, in whose name an on-line services account is issued, is responsible for its proper use at all times. An account will be issued only after the student has signed an Acceptable Use Agreement. Students shall keep personal account numbers, home addresses and telephone numbers private. They shall use the system only under their own account number.

2. Students shall use the district's system responsibly for educational purposes.

3. Students shall not access, post, submit, publish or display harmful or inappropriate matter that is threatening, obscene, disruptive or sexually explicit, or that could be construed as harassment or disparagement of others based on their race/ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion or political beliefs.

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4. Students shall not disclose, use or disseminate personal identification information about themselves or others when using electronic mail, chat rooms, or other forms of direct electronic communication. Personal information includes the student's name, address, telephone number, Social Security number, or other individually identifiable information.

5. Students shall not use the system to encourage the use of drugs, alcohol or tobacco, nor shall they promote unethical practices or any activity prohibited by law or Board policy.

6. Copyrighted material shall not be placed on the system without the author's permission. Students may download copyrighted material for their own use only.

7. Students shall not intentionally upload, download or create computer viruses and/or maliciously attempt to harm or destroy district equipment or materials or manipulate the data of any other user, including so-called "hacking."

8. Students shall not read other users' electronic mail or files. They shall not attempt to interfere with other users' ability to send or receive electronic mail, nor shall they attempt to delete, copy, modify or forge other users' mail.

9. Students shall report any security problem or misuse of the services to the teacher or principal.

Equipment/Software: Student Obligations and Responsibilities 1. Students shall not copy software owned by the District.

2. Students shall not download and/or install personal software on District equipment.

3. Students shall not connect personally owned peripheral devices to any District equipment without prior authorization by the Superintendent’s designee.

4. Students shall not vandalize District equipment.

5. Students shall follow District procedures for checking-out portable devices for educational purposes.

Inappropriate use of the Internet Electronic Information Services can result in the immediate termination of access privileges. This action can be taken without warning.

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LAB FEES Students enrolled in all arts courses are asked to pay a lab fee. This fee is used to cover the cost per student for items not provided by PSUSD. This could include cameras, card readers, recordable media, printing, computer / studio equipment, etc.

> if you are currently taking

CONTEMPORARY MEDIA, MEDIA LITERACY, or ANIMATION the cost is $20.00 per YEAR ______________________________________________________________________ > if you are currently taking

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY I, II, or DIGITAL IMAGING the cost is $20.00 per SEMESTER *** If you will be enrolled for the entire year, extra credit will be given for paying $40.00

CASH ONLY (CHECKS will NOT be accepted as requested by PSUSD)

IT IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT THAT LAB FEES ARE PAID QUICKLY SO CLASSROOM EQUIPMENT CAN BE ORDERED

$ ALL OUTSTANDING LAB FEES will be submitted to the CCHS REGISTRAR and MAY EFFECT YOUR GRADUATION or DELAY YOU RECIEVING A SCHEDULE THE FOLLOWING SCHOOL YEAR $

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PARENT SIGNATURE FORM Please sign & return this form by Friday, September 2nd!

“We have read the course syllabus provided by Mr. Cauthron at Cathedral City High School online (or requested a printed version) and understand the following items� o Course Descriptions o Course Objectives o Course Requirements o Classroom Behavior

o Publication Permission o Acceptable Use Agreement o Lab Fees o Parent Signature Form

Student name (printed)____________________________________________________ Student signature________________________________________________________ Student email ___________________________________________________________ Parent name (printed)_____________________________________________________ Parent signature_________________________________________________________ Parent email____________________________________________________________ Date____________

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