Meets the UC/CSU (F) Requirement

Multimedia [P]

Course ID# 22571

Meets the UC/CSU (f) requirement

Grades: 11-12

Course Length: Year

Graduation: Satisfies UC/CSU fine arts and high school arts requirement for graduation

Description: Students will acquire knowledge and skills in graphic development and manipulation, basic video and desktop multimedia production, project planning, beginning web design, animation, interactive authority and critical analysis of student and professional multimedia work. Students will learn to create multimedia stories, messages and imagery using (and combining) film, text, visual effects, graphics, animation, special effects, and sound.

UC/CSU Credit: (f) Visual and Performing Arts

This year long course is a beginning study in digital media design and criticism. The class is structured around projects emphasizing the art elements of line, shape, form, color, space and texture. It will introduce students to the principles of design as well as typography, perspective, color theory and layout. Students will develop an appreciation of traditional artistic expression as well as an understanding of the role of contemporary media as a verbal and visual means of communication in today’s society. After introduction to hardware and software common in the industry, students work together to design, create, critique and present digital media art projects.

The course is directly integrated with geometry for an overarching class entitled Spatial Studies. The two subjects are intertwined, exposing students to the vast array of correlations between math and art. Furthermore, cross-curricular connections are made with history, English Language Arts and science. This course will include computer programming and robotics.

Recommended Prerequisite: Basic keyboarding skill

2012-2013 Inventions & Innovations at WorkSyllabus

COMPUTER LAB TIME:

The computer lab is open every afternoon but Wednesday at

3:45-4:15 for students to complete work, if needed.

SAFETY:

The student will be able to compare and contrast what is safe versus unsafe, demonstrate safe and appropriate use of various tools, equipment, and materials and pass a 25question test about safety with 100% accuracy.

Students will not participate in projects if they do not pass the Safety Test or do not demonstrate safe tool and materials practices.

DISCIPLINE/CONSEQUENCES:

If a student disregards the expectation for classroom behavior and the learning environment is disrupted, a verbal warning will be issued. Continued disruptions will result in a conference between student and teacher, parent contact, detention, and an office referral.

Computer games are not allowed

ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY (AUP):

The Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for this course focus extensively on the use of computers and the Internet in the classroom. Students will be required to use various forms of information exchangeincluding email, electronic bulletin boards, and instant messaging. For that reason, students and parents will be required to read, agree to, sign, and return the MISDStudent Technology Acceptable Use Policy.

Every student has access to a computer in the CTE classroom, which is a blessing and a curse. Itis a difficult task to keep students from playing games, watching videos, surfing their personal interests, etc. Simply, some students do not complete their assignments in a timely matter because they choose to “play” instead of work. It is a distraction andimpedeslearning for all

Severe consequences are in place for students who choose to violate the Acceptable Use Policy. If your student has a phone, I will ask them to text or call you to let you know they have violated the MISD AUPandI will follow-up with an email.

The consequences are:

Strike 1 –the parent/guardian is contacted by the student and verified by the teacher. (email)
Strike 2 –afternoon detention on the next calendar Tuesday from 2:45 –4:00.
Strike 3 –classroom computer privileges restricted for five days and mandatory parent conference. The student will have to complete assignments without the benefit of technology.
Strike 4 –Principal referral.

Your intervention to solve this prevailing problem so our students can concentrate on learning is appreciated

In an increasingly information-oriented world, demands upon students to think on higher levels are steadily increasing. Technology tools help to augment and optimize their ability to process information. Students are provided with technological tools and knowledge needed to synthesize information from across the curriculum efficiently and appropriately.

Technology Education

The technology content standards for Grades 6-8 are designed to complement all areas of the academic curriculum. The integration of technology enhances middle school students' emerging abilities to analyze, synthesize, and evaluate information. Students can use productivity/multimedia tools to demonstrate and communicate curriculum concepts to audiences more effectively. Students can also evaluate the accuracy, comprehensiveness, and bias of electronic information sources concerning real-world problems.

Baldwin Arts& Academic Magnet School Technology Guidelines

Technology instruction at Baldwin follows the above guidelines, which also include those standards dictated by the International Society for Technology in Education (ITSE). Baldwin's courses are designed to provide a firm foundation in computer technology and the use of computers as productivity tools. Students will gain a thorough understanding of computers, computer technology, computer hardware and software, and how computers are used to produce meaningful information.

Technology Course Syllabus

Areas of Technology Concentration

1. Basic Operations and Concepts 4. Technology Communication Tools

a. Keyboarding a. Internet

b. Terminology b. Electronic Mail (email)

c. Basic Components c. Networks

d. Operating Systems d. Web Page Design

e. History of Computers

f. Application Software

2. Social, Ethical and Human Issues 5. Technology Research Tools

a. Ethicsa. Multimedia

b. Securityb. Internet

3. Technology Productivity Tools 6.Technology Problem-Solving and Decision Making Tools

a. Word Processing a. Troubleshooting

b. Multimedia b. Maintenance and Repair

c. Digital Camera, Scanner

d. Data Bases

e. Spreadsheets

f. Desktop Publishing

g. Entrepreneurship

h. Web Page Design

"Discovery of Computers" is an introductory course primarily for sixth graders. Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) are introduced and practical lab projects assigned. Keyboarding practice is done on a daily basis in both labs using programs such as "Typing Time". Students are encouraged to practice their typing skills at home using an online keyboarding program. Students will learn how to do online research and explore "Google Earth".

"Concepts of Technology I" is the next level course. After a review of the basic operations and concepts, students take a more in depth look at software programs. Students generally concentrate on web design using Microsoft FrontPage they are also introduced to desktop publishing and database design using Microsoft Publisher and Microsoft Access.

Revised Sept 2013

SYLLABUS

Fisher Middle SchoolGrade 6

An Introduction to ComputerApplications

Course Overview

As computers become an increasingly important part of daily living, many people believe that computer literacy is vital to success. The potential applications for which computers are used within the world today continue to expand.

This elective enrichment course is designed to give students a broad exposure to current and emerging computer applications. In this class, all students have the opportunity to experience a wide variety of computer-based activities and reinforce their learning by creating a number of hands-on projects

Major Assessments and Grading Practices:

Employability Skills/Safety/Student Organizations Class Work

Binder Check-Read and answer questions.

Introduction to Multimedia Class Work

Poster Project