Photography Technology I
Photo Technology I is a course where students will apply basic knowledge of traditional 35 mm cameras, black and white film and darkroom techniques to solve problems in order to produce various prints. Students will apply informational technologies with concepts of problem solving and design as a means of conveying information. .5 Credits, grades 9-12. Check out your student's work on "Edmodo." Your student has a username and password, ask them for it! What's Edmodo? Edmodo is a social learning platform for teachers, students, and parents. It is commonly thought of as the Facebook of schools, as called by pupils and teachers alike. You can see your student's work, assessments, quizzes and due dates.
Grading: Marking period grade is 80% of the overall grade. The marking period is graded using a point system.
Total points will roughly breakdown into the following percentages:
Project work (design briefs): 30%
Classroom assignments: 20%
Quizzes: 15%
Journal: 25%
Behavior/effort/attitude: 10%
Total: 100%
The “Final Exam” is 20% of the overall grade.
The final exam is broken into two equal components- a written exam and a portfolio.
Total points will roughly breakdown into the following percentages:
Project work (design briefs): 30%
Classroom assignments: 20%
Quizzes: 15%
Journal: 25%
Behavior/effort/attitude: 10%
Total: 100%
The “Final Exam” is 20% of the overall grade.
The final exam is broken into two equal components- a written exam and a portfolio.