Embedded Files
This course will explore digital media through the manipulation and creation of photos, videos, animations and audio files. Programs used in this course include, but are not limited to, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Audacity audio editing software, Microsoft Publisher, and other programs to create videos and animations. In addition, digital cameras, scanners, video cameras and other hardware will be used in the creation process. Some examples of the types of projects you will be creating are business cards, ringtones, videos, animations, dance tickets, flyers, t-shirts, advertising, posters and more.
Digital Media Grading Policy
1) The grades given in this class are based on the VHS standard scale:
A’s 90% and higher
B’s 80% – 89.99%
C’s 70% – 79.99%
D’s 60% – 69.99%
Failing Anything below 60%
REMEMBER: YOU earn your grade in this class.
2) In class projects will make up the majority of the points available. All projects will be graded using a Graphic Design Grading Rubric.
3) The other portion of your grade is made up of daily points. You earn daily points for working on assigned projects and not disrupting the class. YOU WILL LOSE YOUR DAILY POINTS if you are playing games, chatting (both online and in class), e-mailing, etc. The daily points can and will affect your final grade.
4) Quizzes (yes there may be a quiz) may be open or closed book/notes.
5) Extra credit may be given throughout the year.
Digital Media Cell Phone & Personal Electronic Devices Policy
Cell phones and personal electronic devices (smart watches, earbuds, tablets, etc.) are NOT allowed in the classroom. Any cell phones or personal electronic devices visible in the classroom will be taken to the office.
Digital Media Absence Policy
Attendance and participation in classroom activities are required. Should you be absent, for any reason, it is up to you to get the notes and assignments/projects you missed. All notes and assignments/projects will be posted to Google Classroom for you to access at any time. You will be able to make up assignments and assignments/projects only if the absence is excused. Un-excused absences will mean a zero on any assignment or project from that day, until the absence is excused. If you are more than 15 minute tardy to class the tardy will also be counted as an unexcused absence.
Digital Media Cheating Policy
From the Student Handbook:
“Cheating includes use of prohibited information i.e. answers for individual class work assignments/tests, distribution and possession of information. First Offense: Assign a grade of fail for that particular assignment/test. A conference with the teacher/student/administrator will be held and parents will be notified.”
THINK before you decide to cheat. Cheating has long term consequences.
You can access the Syllabus for Digital Media below.
Digital Media Syllabus.pdfReport abuse