Digital Design
South Fort Myers High School
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Welcome to Digital Design 1 and 2 at South Fort Myers High School. This year we'll be learning all about careers in Graphic Design, Adobe CS5, Professional Photography, Business Ownership skills, and Adobe InDesign CS5. You'll have the opportunity to test for Adobe certifications from our on campus test center throughout the year.
I am so excited to introduce Kagen Learning Strategies that we'll be using during our time together each day. These strategies will allow you to work alongside your classmates - collaborating - brainstorming - and sharing.
The classroom environment is open and educational. Your input is always welcome and your free to talk with me at any time or leave your comments in the "parking garage" at my desk.
When filling out your exit tickets when leaving the lab, be sure to be honest about what's working right and what's causing a stumbling block in your learning. I'm here to guide you to receive the best graphic education you can receive.
- Now For the Shop Talk -
The Formal Handout Given In Class Instructional strategies for this program must include methods that require students to acquire; 1. Digital-Age Literacy - basic scientific, mathematical, and technological literacies - visual and information literacies - cultural literacy and global awareness; 2. Inventive Thinking - adaptability/ability to manage complexity - curiosity, creativity, and risk taking - higher order thinking and sound reasoning; 3. Effective Communication - teaming, collaboration, and interpersonal skills - personal and social responsibility - interactive communication; 4. High Productivity - ability to prioritize, plan, and manage for results - effective use of real-world tools - relevant, high-quality products. The following will determine your class grade: 1. Participation in all class activities: 2. Assignment grade is based on the completion of all assignments/projects, your effort, and the creative idea. 3. Research Papers completed in APA formatting style will be a requirement each semester. Students will do research combining Digital Design, Photography, and Business. Students will even be allowed to return the research paper a week before it is due for an extra credit grade as well. 4. Online quizzes and tests for Adobe Software products. Rule 1 I will respect myself Dress Code Use proper English Come to class prepared with drawing paper, loose-leaf paper, handouts, pencil and pen. Have a positive attitude Rule 2 I will respect my teacher Address teacher by Mrs. Hattemer Raise Hand when needing to ask a question Hand in all work on due date Clean up desk at the end of class Turn off Computer and Monitor at the end of the day Rule 3 I will respect school property Computer, Monitor, Mouse, Keyboard Digital SLR camera, cords, memory card, bag, straps, lenses, lens caps Rule 4 I will respect others Speak to others in a positive manner Work collaboratively with teammates Complete portion of team assignments on time Failure to follow these class rules and those written in your student hand book will result in: Step 1: verbal warning Step 2: parent contact, with Step 1 of the referral process Step 3: Referral Supplies: The following instructional materials are needed: Additional: · Students must write down their assignments in their planners. Due to little “board” space, students will receive an electronic file of upcoming projects, events, and assignments. Students ARE RESPONSIBLE for transferring these important dates and information to their planners. · Lesson Plans, Assignments, and helpful links are found on my classroom website: http://www.MrsHattemer.com o Students will utilize website in classroom. However, it is essential that parents and caregivers also know what is happening in our academy. Please visit the site frequently.
Class Description:
This program focuses on broad, transferable skills and stresses understanding and demonstration of the following elements of the graphics and photography industries; enhanced practical experiences in computer generated art and text, graphic design, graphic production, electronic design skills, preparation of electronic layouts and illustrations, and electronic scanning; and development of specialized skills in multimedia presentations, planning, management, finance, technical and product skills. The aforementioned skills are needed to enter careers in the Arts, A/V Technology and Communication fields; specifically as a Digital Photographer, Information Technology Assistant, Production Assistant, Digital Assistant Designer, Graphic Designer, and Multi-Media Designer.
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