Digital Media Arts
The Technology courses are designed to give students a solid understanding of the technology tools needed to succeed throughout their academic careers and to foster a higher level of understanding of communicating ideas in the 21st century. The 7/8 grade courses are one-quarter long, have no prerequisites, and can be rotated as needed. The 9-12 grade courses are one semester long, and some have pre-requisites.
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Digital Media Arts - Grade 7
DMA 7 – Students will develop relevant projects using Canva, WeVideo, and the Google Suite. They will also hone their creative skills and practice with Creative Commons/Fair Use content.
Computer Applications 7 – Students will learn basic computer applications skill sets by working primarily with Google Suites platforms. They will use Google Docs, Slides, Sheets, and Sites through real-world applications. They will also develop their typing and computer skills as well.
Digital Media Arts - Grade8
The STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) Explorer class for the 8th grade students is a quarter long class that encourages creativity by presenting students with a problem or challenge that has many potential avenues, none of which are obviously superior to others. Students contemplate, design, build, and later explain a solution that complies with specifications. They will utilize the Maker Space and its resources for the projects such as green screen for movies, 3D design and printing, Cricut laser cutter, sewing machines, Spheros, Makey Makey, Google cardboard, Little Bits, and others.
Throughout a project, students are given time to explore strategies for modifying and improving their original ideas. Students are guided to discover which concepts and skills are relevant and how they can incorporate this information into the project.
At the completion of a project, students reflect on the math, science, engineering, art, and technology connections that occurred. Students share connections to other subject areas, previous projects, and the world outside the classroom.
CS8 (Adobe Creative Suite) – Students will develop real-world, multimedia projects for outside audiences using Photo editing software, WeVideo, Canva, and the Google Suite. They will continue to advance their typing and computer skills as well.
Advanced Independent Study
Students must create a proposal for an individualized advanced course of study based on prior learning in the Digital Media Arts and Design program. This proposal must be approved by the teacher prior to the start of the semester.
Prerequisite: At least two (2) Digital Media Arts Electives (Digital Photo I, Digital Photo II, AP CSP, Entrepreneurship, Intro to Business, or Digital Video) Credit: .5
Information Technology in the 21st Century (Required)
Students will learn about the origins of networking and the Internet and the evolution of web-based tools and resources. Students will explore and learn how to evaluate various types of websites, particularly academic resources. Students will practice and develop effective and efficient searching skills, utilizing Creative Commons and copyright-friendly resources. Students will apply sound research skills in the creation of academic content. Students will examine current trends in online privacy and digital identity. Students will demonstrate responsible use of social and educational tools and resources. Credit: .5
Digital Photography
Learn camera operation, shot composition, shooting techniques, color theory and an introduction to post-processing. Create a digital photography portfolio, written reflections and participate in photo critiques with classmates.
Credit: .5
Digital Photography II
Extended Photographic Project
A continued exploration of digital photography as a creative medium, utilizing advanced post- processing. A portion of class time is used to pursue themed photographic interests based on specific photography assignments while stressing critical thinking skills. Students will create their own photography portfolio to showcase their work and write blog posts of their best work from each assignment. Students are required to use their own (non-phone) camera.
Prerequisite: 75% or better in Digital Photography
Credit: .5
Entrepreneurship 1
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Intro to Business
This course will focus on similar content as Intro to Business, but at a more accelerated and advanced pace with higher expectations for students’ effort. Students will delve deeper into business functions and operations by participating in simulations that allow them to work and operate in a business model. Students will also gain real-world entrepreneurial experience by participating in Bloomsburg’s Shark Tank competition by creating and pitching their own innovations. Their contributions could very well be the next to change the world!
.5 Credit
Introduction to Business
This course emphasizes basic business functions and operations. Students learn about a world of opportunity in the business realm and the skills needed to compete successfully as consumers and future business owners and operators. Students gain real world experience as they explore units in financial planning, credit, savings and loans, accounting, advertising, marketing, investments, entrepreneurship, management, and career awareness.
Credit: .5
Digital Video
Did you ever want to become a movie actor? Or to direct a film? Maybe you’re a future Oscar-winning screenwriter. Learn the skills necessary to make a quality video. Learn how to effectively operate digital video cameras. Use video editing software to turn raw footage into a polished video product. You will learn camera operation and various planning, filming and editing techniques. You will also explore the many career options in the film industry.
Credit: .5
