Lesson Plan Course Title: Digital and Interactive Media Session Title: College and Career Poster Lesson Duration: 3 Hours Performance Objective: Upon completion of this assignment, the student will have created document for print that offers specific information about a College/Trade school such as contact information, and details about related course studies with regards to Digital Interactive Media. This is an extension of both the Photo Editing Basics and Career Exploration Lesson Plans. Specific Objectives: Students will use editing software to make selections, add/remove layers, sample colors, move items in a layer and add text to a project. Students will understand the use of selections tools and how they affect what happens to the image/layer Students will understand the various types of text manipulation in photo editing software Preparation TEKS Correlations: 130.278 (13B) incorporate various digital media into a printed document such as a newsletter, poster, or report Instructor/Trainer References: Content Developer Knowledge Instructional Aids: Photo Editing Basics Presentation College and Career Poster Assignment sheet and Rubric Materials Needed: Each student will need a copy of the College and Career Poster Assignment sheet and Rubric Equipment Needed: Teacher will need a computer connected to a smart board or projector to allow students to see work as it is modeled and be able to follow along, a computer with photo editing software, an internet connection, a scanner, and access to a color printer. Each student will need a computer with photo editing software, an internet connection, a scanner, and access to a color printer. 1
Introduction Introduction (LSI Quadrant I): The instructor should begin by discussing the purpose and usage of photo editing software as it pertains to this assignment. The students should be reminded that this lesson is an extension to the Photo Editing Basics and Career Exploration Lessons, and that they will draw on these lessons to aid in the completion of their poster. A quick Q&A session, used as a review of basic topics (Selection tools, Color matching, resolution requirements, adding layers, etc.) should be used to reinforce previously covered skills. Outline Outline (LSI Quadrant II): Instructor Notes: 1. Photo Editing Basics Overview: The students will be reviewed on the following concepts: a. Purpose of photo editing software b. Moving objects c. Making selections d. Adding layers e. Sampling colors f. Copying selections into new layers/projects g. Adding and subtracting from selections h. Saving files in a variety of ways 2. Students complete project a. Combine images from a variety of files and manage layers properly b. Creating custom printable posters detailing a specific College or Career that includes important information Application Guided Practice (LSI Quadrant III): 2
A refresher or follow-up tutorial will be used to reinforce previously learned information. Absent students may require additional one-on-one tutorial, or they can collaborate with students around them that were present for clarification and help. Independent Practice (LSI Quadrant III): Following the presentation, students will be provided with the College and Career Poster Assignment sheet and Rubric to complete on their own. They will use a combination of existing images and personal images to complete the project and then compare and contrast them against their classmates. Summary Review (LSI Quadrants I and IV): Students will take all of the reviewed information from the lesson and use it to complete the project. A quick Q&A with regards to the vocabulary and the assignment may be used to check for understanding. Evaluation Informal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III): Periodic checks for understanding during the presentation are used as well as allowing the students to take time to internalize the information and personalize the vocabulary into terms they can better understand. Formal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III, IV): The College and Career Poster Assignment sheet and Rubric project will be completed individually to check for understanding, and graded against the provided rubric. Class evaluation and discussion can also be used to allow students to compare and contrast their views against those of their peers. Extension Extension/Enrichment (LSI Quadrant IV): Students will have a better understanding of photo editing software and how it is used. After the conclusion of the lesson, students should able to use the information to help with the completion of future print projects. In the event that students finish early teachers may allow them to assist others students, or they could work together to formulate ideas about other projects that they could use these skill to complete. As the assignment has a small timeframe for completion, 3
allowing for collaborative interaction should fill any remaining completion time gaps. Icon Teaching Strategies Verbal/ Linguistic Logical/ Mathematical Visual/Spatial Musical/ Rhythmic Bodily/ Kinesthetic Intrapersonal Interpersonal Lecture, discussion, journal writing, cooperative learning, word origins Problem solving, number games, critical thinking, classifying and organizing, Socratic questioning Mind-mapping, reflective time, graphic organizers, color-coding systems, drawings, designs, video, DVD, charts, maps Use music, compose songs or raps, use musical language or metaphors Use manipulatives, hand signals, pantomime, real life situations, puzzles and board games, activities, roleplaying, action problems Reflective teaching, interviews, reflective listening, KWL charts Cooperative learning, roleplaying, group brainstorming, cross-cultural interactions Personal Development Strategies Reading, highlighting, outlining, teaching others, reciting information Organizing material logically, explaining things sequentially, finding patterns, developing systems, outlining, charting, graphing, analyzing information Developing graphic organizers, mindmapping, charting, graphing, organizing with color, mental imagery (drawing in the mind s eye) Creating rhythms out of words, creating rhythms with instruments, playing an instrument, putting words to existing songs Moving while learning, pacing while reciting, acting out scripts of material, designing games, moving fingers under words while reading Reflecting on personal meaning of information, studying in quiet settings, imagining experiments, visualizing information, journaling Studying in a group, discussing information, using flash cards with other, teaching others Naturalist Existentialist Natural objects as manipulatives and as background for learning Socratic questions, real life situations, global problems/questions Connecting with nature, forming study groups with like minded people Considering personal relationship to larger context 4
College Poster Project 1. You are to create a flyer or poster advertising a college, university, trade school or career. 2. Leave 1/4 inch border on all sides for printing purposes. 3. Use the appropriate tools, while using appropriate color and design techniques. Stay away from dark backgrounds and lighter text! 4. Requirements: o 1 page completed in photo editing software (8.5x11in./Resolution:300) o Include name of school or career o Include location o Include school mascot if applicable o Include at least 3 important pieces of information about the school or career o Include at least 3 graphics o Must rotate one object o Change text fonts, size for emphasis o Include your name (must be typed) 5
Name: Date: College or Career Flyer Grading Rubric: Requirement Perfect! Max Pts. Good! Max Pts. Needs Work Max Pts. Include Name of School or Career 5 4 3 Location, Mascot, 3 Pieces of Information, 40 32 24 3 Graphics (5 pts each) Rotation of at least 1 Object/Graphic 5 4 3 Change Text Fonts and Sizes 5 4 3 Student Name Included 5 4 3 Appropriate Color /Design Principles Used 10 8 6 Proper dimensions and resolution used for printing 5 4 3 Placement of Text and Graphics 10 8 6 Overall Creativity & Design (color, fonts, layouts) 15 12 9 Grammar and Spelling (2pts each) -2-2 -2 Your Points TOTAL Comments: 6