Course Outline

                                            Photography 11/12 Course Outline

Mr. Katsionis                                     Class Website: https://rebelsphotography1112.blogspot.com/
                                 
                                       Email: david.katsionis@burnabyschools.ca

Course Description
The course is designed for students to develop a basic understanding of the digital photography process. Students will explore the digital processes involved in photography, think critically about photography and how the history of photography has shaped its modern form. Students will be required to create and develop their own blog throughout the year. By the end of this course students will be able to understand how a camera operates and its functionalities, how light impacts a photo and a deep understand of Photoshop.

Supplies and Equipment 

• Computers, cameras and camera equipment will be provided. 
• Students may use their own cameras as long as it is approved by Mr. Katsionis. 
• Students must obtain their own USB and memory card for the purpose of this class. 

Assessments and Evaluation 

Mr. Katsionis will use a combination of formative assessments as well as different graded pieces (journals, portfolios, quizzes, essays, projects etc.) If an assignment is not completed at the level it should be, an IP (In  Progress) will be given. You will then have 24 hours to resubmit the assignment. It is expected that all work will be completed by the due date. The distribution of your grade is as follows: 

Participation   15%

Quizzes            10%

Assignments    30%

Projects           30%

Portfolio          15%

Classroom Rules

• You are expected to be on time for class. If you are late five times without a note or an excused absence, a phone call will be issued home.  
• You are to only use cell phones when it is permitted. Improper use of phones will result in it being taken away. 
• You are expected to use all classroom time efficiently. 
• Keep this environment respectful of both the teacher and other fellow students. 
• Using our school cameras is a privilege. Improper use of the camera will result in you forfeiting this privilege for the remainder of the school year. 
• We will be going off school grounds for projects, You are not permitted to go off in your own direction away from the group nor break any other rules. Constant misbehaviour off school grounds will result in you forfeiting that privilege. 

Welcome to Photography 11/12!