CURRICULUM MAP: 10170.map
Electronic Design I (ACP) 836
Learning the Photoshop program
TIME FRAME:
GRADE: 9-12
CONTACT:
MAP LEVEL:
01.4 THE ARTS - VISUAL ART
01.4.2.9.1
-- Students will judge the effectiveness of different ways of using visual characteristics in conveying ideas
01.4.5.9.3
-- Students will defend personal interpretations using reasoned argument
01.4.6.9.3
-- Students will create and solve interdisciplinary problems using multimedia
01.4.6.9.4
-- Students will apply visual arts skills and unde4rstandings to solve problems relevant to a variety of careers.
01.4.1.9.1
-- Students will apply media, techniques and processes with sufficient skill, confidence and sensitivity that their intentions are understood
04.2 LRIT - COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY
04.2.1.9.1
-- Students will make informed choices among technology systems, resources and services
04.2.3.9.1
-- Students will use technology tools and resources for managing and communicating personal/professional information
04.2.4.9.1
-- Students will use technology tools and resources for managing and communicating personal/professional information
04.2.5.9.8
-- Students will independently select and use an appropriate search engine or directory related to a specific task
03.0 LANGUAGE ARTS
03.0.2.9.1
-- Students will communicate effectively by determining the appropriate text structure on the basis of audience, purpose and point of view; students will select from the complete variety of text structures (essay, short story, 0oetry, academic essay, report, research paper, response to literature, documentary, etc.) the appropriate organizational pattern for addressing audience, purpose and point of view.
03.0.1.9.1
-- Students will describe the text by giving an initial reaction to the text and describing its general content and purpose;
How does Photoshop create and manipulate images?
How can I learn more about how the program works?
1. Basics of how the Photoshop program works- raster images, resolution, working with pixels.
2. Manipulating photographs with photoshop for exposure, color, and repairs.
3. Working with brushes
4. Creating images from scratch with photoshop- landscapes.
5. Finding the most efficient ways to complete tasks in Photoshop.
When working with Photoshop, students will:
1. Identify the components of the Photoshop software- raster images, resolution, working with pixels.
2. Manipulate photographs with photoshop for exposure, color, and repairs.
3. Create and manipulate brushes
4. Creating images from scratch with photoshop- landscapes.
5. Identify and evaluate the creative processes with Photoshop.
6. Choose the most efficient software process.
All students will demonstrate an understanding of use of Illustrator and Photoshop software
All students will demonstrate an understanding of the elements and principles of art
All students will demonstrate an understanding of good visual design.
All students will review carreers in visual graphics and communication
All students will recieve feedback on their own artwork.
All students will be involved in group discussions of their work
All students will be required to communicate ideas through writting.
All students will be instructed on effective presentation of their work to a group
1. Homework is used as a formative and summative evaluation tool.
2. Quizes and tests are used to access concrete information such as vocabulary, equipment use, and procedures.
3. Project evaluations may take the form of group critiques, rating scales, check lists, written evaluations, and teacher interviews.
4. A portfolio demonstrates skills learned and personal, aesthetic growth. The body of work stands as a visual record of the creative process experienced through the semester.
5. Group discussions give insight into the creative process and problem solving, providing an avenue for learning, how to talk about art, how to view art, and how to improve one's skills.
Field trips to local Art Colleges and Art Museums.
Guest speakers for communication arts and higher education options.
Applications for state and national design competitions
Equipment:
One fully equiped, up-to-date Macintosh computer system per student
One computer system for the teacher- with additional RAM, processor speed, and Storage to handle the course requirements
One digital projector system for presentation
Up to four, efficient color printers with abilities to print sizes up to 24X34"
Three digital scanners
Three, 5+ megapixel digital cameras
Other hands-on building equipment for cutting and pasting.
Prerequisit courses are: Art 1