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Syllabus2015 2016

This course syllabus outlines the Digital Photography 1 course at Beaverton High School for the 2016-2017 school year. The course will be taught by Casi Yost and will provide an introductory overview of digital photography, including use of equipment, technical aspects, editing with computer software, and building a portfolio. Students will learn about equipment, technology, key concepts, lighting, and composition. They will be assessed through photo assignments, quizzes, an interactive notebook, and class discussion. The syllabus details course objectives, expectations, policies, grading, equipment use, and provides an outline of units to be covered.

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Syllabus2015 2016

This course syllabus outlines the Digital Photography 1 course at Beaverton High School for the 2016-2017 school year. The course will be taught by Casi Yost and will provide an introductory overview of digital photography, including use of equipment, technical aspects, editing with computer software, and building a portfolio. Students will learn about equipment, technology, key concepts, lighting, and composition. They will be assessed through photo assignments, quizzes, an interactive notebook, and class discussion. The syllabus details course objectives, expectations, policies, grading, equipment use, and provides an outline of units to be covered.

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B E A V E R T O N

H I G H

S C H O O L

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY 1: COURSE SYLLABUS 2016 - 2017


Instructor:
Casi Yost
Email Address:
[email protected]

Website:
www.yostca.weebly.com
Location:
Room 406 (West Annex by the
Student Based Health Center)

COURSE OVERVIEW
This course provides an introductory overview of the elements of digital
photography including use of equipment, technical aspects, editing with
computer software and building a comprehensive portfolio.
Five areas of instruction will be emphasized: Equipment and usage,
technology, key concepts, lighting and composition. Students will participate
in peer critiques and keep an interactive research and reflection notebook.

COURSE OBJECTIVES
At the conclusion of this course, students will be able to:
Equipment
Name the different parts of the camera and their uses
Demonstrate the proper care and handling of equipment
Define and master shooting in manual
Understand the various camera settings and how they affect the overall
image
Technology/Technical Aspects
Understand how various lenses function to capture an image
Transfer images from camera to computer
Complete basic image editing using computer software
Understand crop sensors and how their size affects the size of a final print
Key Concepts
Define key photography vocabulary
Apply the formula to determine f-stop (or, the focal length of an image:
f=F/D)
Describe the relationship between focal length and image sharpness
Define the exposure triangle and its importance, alter your exposure
triangle to suit different lighting and situations
Understand image formats: Jpeg vs. raw
Lighting
Understand various methods of natural and artificial lighting
Understand the characteristics of light (intensity, quality, duration)
Composition
Understand the rule of thirds, and how to create a strong composition
Have a functional knowledge of what makes an image memorable-how to
create and capture unique and memorable photographs

STUDENT EXPECTATIONS
To successfully complete this course, students must:
Attend classes, and show up on time!
Pass course quizzes

Complete assignments by given deadlines, including maintaining class


interactive notebook
Cooperate and collaborate with students and staff to increase learning
potential
Capture and edit photos in accordance with guidelines using digital cameras
and photo editing software
Participate in class discussions and critiques
GRADING & LATE WORK POLICIES
This course is not graded on proficiency as of yet. We will still be
using the traditional method of grading. Photo assignments will be
graded using clearly stated rubrics with focus on quality, creativity,
relevance to the assignment, and ability to communicate an idea or
message.
Grading Policy
Coursework will be graded as follows:
1.
Photo Assignments
60%
2.
Quizzes
20%
3.
Interactive Notebook
10%
4.
Class discussion
10%
= 100%
Grading Scale:
Grading Scale Percentage Letter Grade 93 100 A, 90 92 A-, 87 89 B+,
83 86 B, 80 82 B-, 77 79 C+, 73 76 C, 70 72 C-, 67 69 D+, 63
66 D, 60 62 D-, 59 and below F Grades are NOT rounded. For example,
89.9% is B+.
Late Work Policy:
Students will have the number of days absent plus one day to complete
missing work. Work submitted one week late will be accepted at a 10%
penalty, work submitted two weeks late will be accepted at a 20% penalty,
etc.
DAILY CLASSROOM PROCEDURES
Daily Notebook Warm-Up- This is posted before roll and will take up the first
5-10 minutes of class
Daily Agenda- A daily agenda will be provided with tasks to perform, usually
including a lecture component, discussion and application.
Daily Equipment- Each student is assigned a numbered camera, computer
and memory card at the beginning of the semester and is responsible for its

condition and replacement to the appropriate storage areas at the end of


each class. After the warm-up, students are asked to refer to the agenda for
a list of necessary equipment for the day.
Daily Image Transfer/Memory Card Wipe- Because equipment is shared with
other classes, each camera and memory card must be transferred to
personal computer files to store for editing at the end of each class. This
allows for each student to start with clean equipment.
Classroom Maintenance- Students are expected to demonstrate good
stewardship by cleaning the classroom at the end of each period. Any items
left on desks, the floor, work areas, etc. need to be thrown away or returned
to the appropriate places.
Bell-to-Bell Instruction!- Students are dismissed by the teacher, not by the
bell.
Mini-Units (Foundational)
Unit 1: Camera 101- Memory card, camera elements and care, shooting in
auto, image transfer
Unit 2: Composition-The rule of thirds, balance, examples and nonexamples,
breaking the rules
Unit 3: Exposure-Shutter speed, aperture, measuring light via camera
meter, ISO settings
Unit 4: Focus-Focusing to capture both static and moving objects,
landscapes, portraits, etc. Exploring manual vs. auto focus, and
understanding the factors that affect depth of field
Unit 5: Lighting-Natural vs. artificial lighting, flash range and sync speed,
light quality
Project-Based Units (Application)-Units are subject to change based
on the interests of the class.
Unit 1: Still Life Storylines
Unit 2: Art/Advertising/Propaganda
Unit 3: Photo-Journalism
Unit 4: Surrealist Self-Portrait
Unit 5: Your Life in Color
Final Notebook Grade: Clippings, tipping in, self-critiques, peer critiques,
notes, images you find interesting, research of practicing and/or historic
photographers.
Final Project/Portfolio: TBA
REQUIRED MATERIALS

A one-subject spiral notebook or composition book


(optional) A jump drive to transfer images to work on from home

POLICIES & PROCEDURES


Students are to handle all class equipment, (including computers, cameras,
lights, etc.) with care.
Cell phones, head phones, ipods, etc. will not be allowed in class. (Either in
the classroom or outside, when shooting), except when given direct
permission from the teacher.
Students are to avoid shooting photos in or near other classrooms so they
will not disrupt the teaching and learning of others. This includes calling
other students out of class without permission to participate in shoots.
Students are not permitted to leave the school campus during class time to
shoot photos.
Food and beverages are not permitted in the computer lab area of the
classroom at any time.
Class lab time is expected to be spent working on assignments. Students
will not be allowed to defer shooting photos, or editing photos until a later
time.

Student Signature: _____________________________________ Date:


____________________
Parent Signature: _____________________________________ Date:
___________________

Technology Contract:
Name: _______________________________Student ID: _________________Date:
______________
EQUIPMENT USE CONTRACT (opt-out)
I, the student named on the header line, understand that as a student in a
media / journalism course, I may check out school photographic, video or
other equipment for school assignments. When I check out this equipment, I
understand that it is my responsibility to take care of the equipment. I may

not turn that responsibility over to anyone, except the media teacher, during
the time that the equipment is checked out to me.
I also understand that I will be required to pay for any expenses necessary
for the repair or replacement of equipment due to any negligence. I will not
be responsible for already damaged equipment or deterioration that occurs
from normal use.
Personal photography or video equipment may be left or stored in the
journalism room. If I choose to bring my own equipment for photography,
broadcasting or other assignments, I am responsible for its care. Neither the
school, nor any department, nor the teacher may be held responsible for the
care, repair or replacement of this equipment. Reasonable efforts will be
made for the protection of this equipment, however.
As a member of this class, I understand that I will be required to attend
activities that occur after regular school hours and sometimes off campus.
This time is equal to regular homework hours for other courses.
Transportation and admittance fees will be the responsibility of the student,
although the media department will make every effort to secure press passes
and arrange for transportation. It is my responsibility to get to and from any
outside assignment. I realize missed assignments affect many people in the
department. I will have the opportunity to decline an assignment in case I
have prior plans or cannot get to the assignment. In case of emergency, I
will call another student to cover the assignment for me. The number of
outside assignments will vary depending on the course.
I have read and understand all of the above and will follow the policies to the
best of my ability. This contract will be in force while the student is attending

*I also understand that I am


monetarily responsible for the equipment
whether or not this form is signed.
Beaverton High School.

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Signature (Student):___________________________________________
Date:______________________
Signature (Parent/Guardian):__________________________________
Date:______________________

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