Learning Recommendations: Application

General Description: In this elective course the staff produces the school yearbook. Students must be self-starters, able to work in teams, be conscious of quality control, and will be held to real life deadlines. We will cover basic photography, interviewing techniques, copy writing, page layout and design. Emphasis is on accurate and fair coverage of the school year. Some work beyond the regular school day is required.

Content:

• Layout and design using Adobe InDesign and Adobe Photoshop software
• Writing copy, captions, and headlines
• Libel and copyright issues
• Digital Photography

Strategies: Students learn through a combination of:

• Modeling
• Individual and team work
• Revision
• Direct instruction

Equipment to be provided by student: Students will be required to attend selected school events.

Note: This course counts as a fine art credit for graduation but may not meet the four-year college admissions requirement for Fine/Visual/Performing Arts.