While the specific projects will vary, here is a general outline of this course’s main units:
Photoshop- Students will explore how to use many of Photoshop’s tools and menus to digitally edit and combine photos. Lessons will also focus on helping students develop an eye for typography and learn about art elements and design principles.
A good replacement for Photoshop, if you are unable to download Photoshop to your home computer is:
https://pixlr.com/?sscid=91k4_feigc&
Illustrator- Students will primarily use Illustrator to create vector based graphics. Projects are designed to help students become familiar with the program’s pen and other shape making tools.
A good replacement for Illustrator, if you are unable to download Illustrator to your home computer is:
https://vectr.com/
InDesign- In this unit students will focus on creating multipage, text heavy documents that combine Illustrator and Photoshop files.
A good replacement for InDesign, if you are unable to download InDesign to your home computer is:
https://www.lucidpress.com
XD- Students will explore the design and building of a Website, using minimal coding
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LATENESS TO Class or via ZOOM
Attendance will be taken right at the start of each class. Lateness means that you are not in the classroom ON TIME
3 demerits if you are late.
TALKING
If you are working and not disturbing others, talking is allowed in class, If your talking becomes disruptive and prevents you or others from actively working, you will be given 3 demerits
COMPUTER USAGE AT HOME DURING CLASS and in SCHOOL DURING CLASS
If you are using the computer to surf the web for pleasure, such as shopping, watching videos or accessing social networks during class time, you will be given 3 demerits
EARBUDS
You can listen to music if you are quietly working on your project. Earbuds can ONLY be connected to the computer, not any other external device. If you are using a Cell phone or MP3 Player, Preston rules apply
GETTING UP AND WALKING AROUND
You are not permitted to get up and walk around.
GRADING POLICY
General Grade Breakdown
Homework
If homework is not completed for the start of the class, you will need to turn it in to me before school begins the very next day. To turn something in ‘the next day’, means next school day, not next class period. All work is to be submitted via Google Classroom
Assignments
The majority of work is done in class; therefore, there is no excuse for missing assignments. Due dates and deadlines are given far enough in advance, and are extremely fair. All re-worked/re-submitted pieces are due 2 weeks before the end of each semester, at the latest. You will need to complete a re-submittal plan, and get it approved by me before the original project is graded.
You have 1 week to make up any work from an excused absence. This includes projects, assignments, etc. It is the student’s responsibility to check for missed assignments in a timely manner and to turn in missing work. In emergencies and serious illnesses, obviously other accommodations between the student and teacher will be arranged. All student work is to be submitted via Google Classroom
If you do not complete or turn in a major project, the following steps will follow:
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY
This class should stretch your artistic abilities and your imagination. These courses expects that you create original and personal work which is not copied from other sources. You are expected to practice artistic integrity at all times!
“Any work that makes use of other artists’ work (including photographs) and/or published images must show substantial and significant development beyond duplication. This may be demonstrated through manipulation of the formal qualities, design, and/or concept of the original work. It is unethical, constitutes plagiarism, and often violates copyright law simply to copy an image (even in another medium) that was made by someone else.”
Artistic Integrity also includes taking responsibility and not allowing someone else to physically do your work for you. Turning in someone else’s work with your name on it is cheating. The school cheating policy will be strictly enforced, and you will need to create an entirely new project within a designated amount of time.
Not quite sure what academic dishonesty or plagiarism in art looks like? Read this article for more information. In addition to the categories listed in the article, having your friend, parent or family member work on your piece of art counts as well.
Learner Profile
Active Learner: Active learning is contributing to class discussions, group brainstorming sessions and critiques. Time and effort goes into the planning and design of projects, as well as pushing the boundaries and going beyond the minimum requirements.
Integrity: A student demonstrating integrity is focused and on task at all times- no Photobooth, Messenger, games, texting, etc.
Responsibility: Responsibility includes meeting deadlines, and being prepared for class
Photoshop- Students will explore how to use many of Photoshop’s tools and menus to digitally edit and combine photos. Lessons will also focus on helping students develop an eye for typography and learn about art elements and design principles.
A good replacement for Photoshop, if you are unable to download Photoshop to your home computer is:
https://pixlr.com/?sscid=91k4_feigc&
Illustrator- Students will primarily use Illustrator to create vector based graphics. Projects are designed to help students become familiar with the program’s pen and other shape making tools.
A good replacement for Illustrator, if you are unable to download Illustrator to your home computer is:
https://vectr.com/
InDesign- In this unit students will focus on creating multipage, text heavy documents that combine Illustrator and Photoshop files.
A good replacement for InDesign, if you are unable to download InDesign to your home computer is:
https://www.lucidpress.com
XD- Students will explore the design and building of a Website, using minimal coding
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
LATENESS TO Class or via ZOOM
Attendance will be taken right at the start of each class. Lateness means that you are not in the classroom ON TIME
3 demerits if you are late.
TALKING
If you are working and not disturbing others, talking is allowed in class, If your talking becomes disruptive and prevents you or others from actively working, you will be given 3 demerits
COMPUTER USAGE AT HOME DURING CLASS and in SCHOOL DURING CLASS
If you are using the computer to surf the web for pleasure, such as shopping, watching videos or accessing social networks during class time, you will be given 3 demerits
EARBUDS
You can listen to music if you are quietly working on your project. Earbuds can ONLY be connected to the computer, not any other external device. If you are using a Cell phone or MP3 Player, Preston rules apply
GETTING UP AND WALKING AROUND
You are not permitted to get up and walk around.
GRADING POLICY
General Grade Breakdown
Homework
If homework is not completed for the start of the class, you will need to turn it in to me before school begins the very next day. To turn something in ‘the next day’, means next school day, not next class period. All work is to be submitted via Google Classroom
Assignments
The majority of work is done in class; therefore, there is no excuse for missing assignments. Due dates and deadlines are given far enough in advance, and are extremely fair. All re-worked/re-submitted pieces are due 2 weeks before the end of each semester, at the latest. You will need to complete a re-submittal plan, and get it approved by me before the original project is graded.
You have 1 week to make up any work from an excused absence. This includes projects, assignments, etc. It is the student’s responsibility to check for missed assignments in a timely manner and to turn in missing work. In emergencies and serious illnesses, obviously other accommodations between the student and teacher will be arranged. All student work is to be submitted via Google Classroom
If you do not complete or turn in a major project, the following steps will follow:
- Missing/Incomplete entered into Gradebook
- Parents and counselors are contacted immediately when large projects are not turned in.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY
This class should stretch your artistic abilities and your imagination. These courses expects that you create original and personal work which is not copied from other sources. You are expected to practice artistic integrity at all times!
“Any work that makes use of other artists’ work (including photographs) and/or published images must show substantial and significant development beyond duplication. This may be demonstrated through manipulation of the formal qualities, design, and/or concept of the original work. It is unethical, constitutes plagiarism, and often violates copyright law simply to copy an image (even in another medium) that was made by someone else.”
Artistic Integrity also includes taking responsibility and not allowing someone else to physically do your work for you. Turning in someone else’s work with your name on it is cheating. The school cheating policy will be strictly enforced, and you will need to create an entirely new project within a designated amount of time.
Not quite sure what academic dishonesty or plagiarism in art looks like? Read this article for more information. In addition to the categories listed in the article, having your friend, parent or family member work on your piece of art counts as well.
Learner Profile
Active Learner: Active learning is contributing to class discussions, group brainstorming sessions and critiques. Time and effort goes into the planning and design of projects, as well as pushing the boundaries and going beyond the minimum requirements.
Integrity: A student demonstrating integrity is focused and on task at all times- no Photobooth, Messenger, games, texting, etc.
Responsibility: Responsibility includes meeting deadlines, and being prepared for class
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