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ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT

COURSE CURRICULUM

COURSE TITLE: Visual Communications II GRADE LEVEL: Grade 11 - 12 CREATION DATE: February, 2005 Essential Question, Concept or Theme: A. Methods of Communications Approx. Time Allotment: Required~ 10 PA Standards: 3.1.10.A,B,D; 3.2.10.D; 3.2.12.D; 3.4.10.C; 3.6.10.B,D; 3.6.12.B,D; 3.7.10.A,B,C,D,E; 3.7.12.A,B,C,D,E Aligned Materials/ Benchmark/Skills Assessment Instructional Strategies Resources/Technology A. Methods of Communications A. Methods of A. Methods of Communications A. Methods of Communications Communications 1. Explain and evaluate the Textbook: The core themes (A, B, C, D, E and F above) use of symbols, May include, but are not Graphic Communication will be covered; elective themes (G & H measurements and limited to: by Zeke A. Prust above) will be covered in all areas where drawings as a means of applicable. The instructor may choose to use promoting clear 1. Thumbnail Sketches PC Computers (10 units Pentium 4 or parts, rather than the whole, of all optional communication by 2. Rough Layouts better, Windows XP or better OS themes above. providing a common 3. Comprehensive Layouts Adobe PageMaker software language for expressing 4. Mechanical Layouts (latest version) All numbers reflect approximate class periods ideas. 5. Software, Hardware Adobe Photoshop software dedicated to each theme, for a total of 180 2. Explain and apply and Peripheral Use (latest version) class periods. Time is approximated due to appropriate sketching skills 6. Exams and Quizzes Adobe Illustrator software the nature of the course; the activities for creating simple 7. Class Work/participation, (latest version) selected by the instructor must be tailored to drawings. and classroom discussion Microsoft Office each year’s student population, and may vary 3. Identify and use the basic 8. Worksheets and Internet Access in duration and intensity, and therefore cannot symbols, measuring handouts Laser Printer be pinpointed precisely. methods and printer’s Color Printer marks used in creating Paper of various sizes and colors 1. Teacher directed instruction and simple layouts. demonstration 4. Compare the various Scanners (2, at least one capable of 2. Self-directed student discovery methods of visual scanning large documents and 3. Hands-on learning activities using a communications and their transparencies) variety of hardware, software and respective strengths and peripheral devices involved in the weaknesses. Digital Still Cameras design, pre-production and 5. Apply the correct method production of visual communications of communication for Textbook activities expressing a variety of 4. Cooperative learning and group ideas. Teacher generated materials and activities 6. Identify and use the handouts 5. Handouts, diagrams and various types of colors. illustrations Videos 6. Guest lecturers and speakers 7. Field trips 8. Class discussion 9. Student research 10. Self-analysis and critique 11. Student presentations

Visual Communications II - Grades 11 - 12 Page 2 of 18 - 2 - February 2005 Essential Question, Concept or Theme: A. Methods of Communications Approx. Time Allotment: Required~ 10 PA Standards: 3.1.10.A,B,D; 3.2.10.D; 3.2.12.D; 3.4.10.C; 3.6.10.B,D; 3.6.12.B,D; 3.7.10.A,B,C,D,E; 3.7.12.A,B,C,D,E Multicultural/ Adaptations/Inclusion Enrichment Strategies Remediation Strategies Interdisciplinary Techniques Connection A. Methods of Communications A. Methods of Communications A. Methods of Communications A. Methods of Communications

General adaptations for all themes May include, but are not limited to: May include, but are not limited to: may include but are not limited to: Those activities/ adaptations listed in Extensions (time and material) to Those adaptations listed in the the student’s IEP assignments students’ IEP Enrichment activities and Written self-evaluation and Extended test time assignments that accompany texts assessment and other resources Modified tests/assignments Frequent progress checks/ reports Independent study assignments such Preferential seating as supplementary articles, projects, or Student-Teacher conferences research Alternate assignments and assessment Those adaptations listed in the Additional original and creative students’ IEP Visual & auditory aids projects agreed upon by both instructor and student Extended test time Aide in the classroom Modified tests/ assignments

Preferential seating

Alternate assignments and assessment

Additional after school help

Basic computer instruction

Visual Communications II - Grades 11 - 12 Page 3 of 18 - 3 - February 2005 Essential Question, Concept or Theme: B. Principles of Design and Layout Approx. Time Allotment: Required~ 15 PA Standards: 3.1.10.D; 3.1.12.D; 3.2.10.D; 3.2.12.D; 3.6.10.B, 3.6.12.B, 3.7.10.B,C,D,E; 3.7.12.B,C,D,E Aligned Materials/ Benchmark/Skills Assessment Instructional Strategies Resources/Technology B. Principles of Design and B. Principles of Design B. Principles of Design and Layout B. Principles of Design and Layout and Layout Layout Textbook: 1. Demonstrate and apply 1. Thumbnail Sketches Graphic Communication The core themes (A, B, C, D, E and F design and problem 2. Rough Layouts by Zeke A. Prust above) will be covered; elective themes (G solving processes. 3. Comprehensive Layouts & H above) will be covered in all areas 2. Explain the effect of 4. Mechanical Layouts PC Computers (10 units Pentium 4 or where applicable. The instructor may content, purpose, 5. Note taking better, Windows XP or better OS choose to use parts, rather than the audience and location 6. Exams and Quizzes Adobe PageMaker software whole, of all optional themes above. as they apply to good 7. Class work/participation, (latest version) design. and classroom Adobe Photoshop software All numbers reflect approximate class 3. Explain qualitative, discussion (latest version) periods dedicated to each theme, for a quantitative and cost 8. Worksheets and Adobe Illustrator software total of 180 class periods. Time is factors involved design. handouts (latest version) approximated due to the nature of the 4. Describe, demonstrate 9. Software and Peripheral Microsoft Office course; the activities selected by the and apply generally Use Internet Access instructor must be tailored to each year’s accepted principles for 10. Projects Created Laser Printer student population, and may vary in design. Color Printer duration and intensity, and therefore 5. Describe, demonstrate Paper of various sizes/colors cannot be pinpointed precisely. and apply the proper use of color in the design Scanners (2, at least one capable of 1. Teacher directed instruction and process. scanning large documents and demonstration 6. Describe and demonstrate transparencies) 2. Self-directed student discovery the proper usage of 3. Hands-on learning activities common substrates and Still Image cameras 35mm and digital using a variety of hardware, media for producing software and peripheral devices printed materials and their Graph Paper involved in the design, pre- impact upon design. production and production of Drawing tools to include: visual communications activities T-squares, rulers, pencils, triangles, 4. Cooperative learning and curves, compasses group activities 5. Handouts, diagrams and Teacher generated materials and illustrations handouts 6. Guest lecturers and speakers 7. Field trips Videos 8. Class discussion 9. Student research 10. Self-analysis and critique

Visual Communications II - Grades 11 - 12 Page 4 of 18 - 4 - February 2005 Essential Question, Concept or Theme: B. Principles of Design and Layout Approx. Time Allotment: Required~ 15 PA Standards: 3.1.10.D; 3.1.12.D; 3.2.10.D; 3.2.12.D; 3.6.10.B, 3.6.12.B, 3.7.10.B,C,D,E; 3.7.12.B,C,D,E Aligned Materials/ Benchmark/Skills Assessment Instructional Strategies Resources/Technology 11. Student presentations

Visual Communications II - Grades 11 - 12 Page 5 of 18 - 5 - February 2005 Essential Question, Concept or Theme: B. Principles of Design and Layout Approx. Time Allotment: Required~ 15 PA Standards: 3.1.10.D; 3.1.12.D; 3.2.10.D; 3.2.12.D; 3.6.10.B, 3.6.12.B, 3.7.10.B,C,D,E; 3.7.12.B,C,D,E Multicultural/ Adaptations/Inclusion Enrichment Strategies Remediation Strategies Interdisciplinary Techniques Connection B. Principles of Design and Layout B. Principles of Design and Layout B. Principles of Design and Layout B. Principles of Design and Layout

General adaptations for all themes may May include, but are not limited to: May include, but are not limited to: include but are not limited to: Those activities/ adaptations listed in Extensions (time and material) to Those adaptations listed in the students’ the student’s IEP assignments IEP Enrichment activities and assignments Written self-evaluation and Extended test time that accompany texts and other assessment resources Modified tests/assignments Frequent progress checks/ reports Independent study assignments such Preferential seating as supplementary articles, projects, or Student-Teacher conferences research Alternate assignments and assessment Those adaptations listed in the Additional original and creative students’ IEP Visual & auditory aids projects agreed upon by both instructor and student Extended test time Aide in the classroom Modified tests/ assignments

Visual Communications II - Grades 11 - 12 Page 6 of 18 - 6 - February 2005 Essential Question, Concept or Theme: C. Information Technology Approx. Time Allotment: Required ~ 25 PA Standards: 3.6.10.B,C; 3.6.12.B,.C; 3.7.10.C,D,E; 3.7.12C,D,E Aligned Materials/ Benchmark/Skills Assessment Instructional Strategies Resources/Technology C. Information Technology C. Information Technology C. Information Technology C. Information Technology

1. Describe, demonstrate and 1. Hardware, Software Textbook The core themes (A, B, C, D, E and F apply proper graphic and and Peripheral Use Graphic Communication above) will be covered; elective themes electronic communication 2. Internet Search by Zeke A. Prust (G & H above) will be covered in all areas principles to solve a design Techniques where applicable. The instructor may PC Computers (10 units Pentium 4 or better, problem 3. Use of Digital Still choose to use parts, rather than the Windows XP or better OS) 2. Describe, demonstrate and and Video Cameras whole, of all optional themes above. Adobe PageMaker software (latest version) apply proper procedures for 4. Projects created Adobe Photoshop software (latest version) encoding, storing, retrieving, 5. Note taking All numbers reflect approximate class Adobe Illustrator software (latest version) transmitting and receiving 6. Exams and Quizzes periods dedicated to each theme, for a Microsoft Office information. 7. Class work/ total of 180 class periods. Time is Internet Access 3. Describe, demonstrate and participation/ and approximated due to the nature of the Laser Printer apply advanced collection and Classroom course; the activities selected by the Color Printer communication techniques to Discussion instructor must be tailored to each year’s Paper of various sizes and colors solve design problems. 8. Worksheets and student population, and may vary in

4. Apply advanced tools and handouts duration and intensity, and therefore Scanners (2, at least one capable of scanning devices to effectively cannot be pinpointed precisely. large documents and transparencies) communicate ideas and messages. Video Production Computers – PC (3 units, 1. Teacher directed instruction and 5. Demonstrate and apply Pentium 4 or better, Windows XP or better OS) demonstration proper computer and Adobe Premier software (latest version) 2. Self-directed student discovery software devices to create Pinnacle Studio Software 3. Hands-on learning activities and communicate ideas and using a variety of hardware, Capture Devices for each VCR and cameras (2) messages. software and peripheral devices for each 6. Describe, demonstrate and involved in the design, pre-

apply multiple input and production and production of Minimum one station with DVD Authoring output devices to solve visual communications activities software and burner specific problems. 4. Cooperative learning and

7. Design, create, describe group activities Studio Production Equipment and effectively operate the 5. Handouts, diagrams and Cameras components of a illustrations Controls website. 6. Guest lecturers and speakers Audio 8. Describe and illustrate 7. Field trips Record and Playback capabilities 8. Class discussion understanding of a computer network. Teacher generated materials and handouts 9. Student research 10. Self-analysis and critique

Video 11. Student presentations

Visual Communications II - Grades 11 - 12 Page 7 of 18 - 7 - February 2005 Essential Question, Concept or Theme: C. Information Technology Approx. Time Allotment: Required ~ 25 PA Standards: 3.6.10.B,C; 3.6.12.B,.C; 3.7.10.C,D,E; 3.7.12C,D,E Enrichment Strategies Remediation Strategies Multicultural/ Adaptations/Inclusion Interdisciplinary Techniques Connection C. Information Technology C. Information Technology C. Information Technology C. Information Technology

General adaptations for all themes May include, but are not limited to: May include, but are not limited to: may include but are not limited to: Those activities/ adaptations listed in Extensions (time and material) to Those adaptations listed in the the student’s IEP assignments students’ IEP Enrichment activities and assignments Written self-evaluation and assessment Extended test time that accompany texts and other resources Frequent progress checks/ reports Modified tests/assignments Independent study assignments such Student-Teacher conferences Preferential seating as supplementary articles, projects, or research Those adaptations listed in the students’ Alternate assignments and IEP assessment Additional original and creative projects agreed upon by both instructor Extended test time Visual & auditory aids and student Modified tests/ assignments Aide in the classroom Preferential seating

Visual Communications II - Grades 11 - 12 Page 8 of 18 - 8 - February 2005 Essential Question, Concept or Theme: D. Software Applications Approx. Time Allotment: Required ~ 30 PA Standards: 3.1.10.D; 3.1.12.D, 3.2.10.D; 3.2.12.D; 3.6.10.B,D; 3.6.12.B,D; 3.7.10.C,D,E; 3.7.12.C,D,E Aligned Materials/ Benchmark/Skills Assessment Instructional Strategies Resources/Technology D. Software Applications D. Software Applications D. Software Applications D. Software Applications

1. Describe, demonstrate and 1. Internet Search, Textbook The core themes (A, B, C, D, E and F apply advanced computer Retrieval and Storage Graphic Communication above) will be covered; elective themes skills to collect, store and Techniques by Zeke A. Prust (G & H above) will be covered in all areas retrieve information. 2. Computer Generation of where applicable. The instructor may 2. Describe, demonstrate and Designs PC Computers (10 units Pentium 4 or choose to use parts, rather than the apply complex software 3. Manipulating/ Enhancing better, Windows XP or better OS) whole, of all optional themes above. products to manipulate of Images Adobe PageMaker software images, synthesize design 4. Papers, Spreadsheets (latest version) All numbers reflect approximate class elements and convey ideas and Databases related to Adobe Photoshop software periods dedicated to each theme, for a and messages. Manufacturing/Production (latest version) total of 180 class periods. Time is 3. Describe, demonstrate and in Graphic Adobe Illustrator software approximated due to the nature of the apply the effective use of Communications (latest version) course; the activities selected by the word processing, 5. Student Microsoft Office instructor must be tailored to each year’s spreadsheet and Presentations/ Internet Access student population, and may vary in database software for Videos Laser Printer duration and intensity, and therefore creating and organizing 6. Exams and Quizzes Color Printer cannot be pinpointed precisely. visual products and 7. Class Work, information. Participation, and Scanners (2, at least one capable of 1. Teacher directed instruction and 4. Describe, demonstrate and Classroom Discussion scanning large documents and demonstration apply multimedia 8. Worksheets and transparencies) 2. Self-directed student discovery software for conveying handouts 3. Hands-on learning activities Video Production Computers – PC using a variety of hardware, messages and ideas. (3 units, Pentium 4 or better, 5. Evaluate and apply proper software and peripheral devices Windows XP or better OS) involved in the design, pre- software applications for Adobe Premier software solving complex problems. production and production of (latest version) visual communications activities Pinnacle Studio Software 4. Cooperative learning and group activities Capture Devices for each VCR and 5. Handouts, diagrams and cameras (2) for each illustrations 6. Guest lecturers and speakers Minimum one station with DVD 7. Field trips Authoring software and burner 8. Class discussion Teacher generated materials and handouts 9. Student research 10. Self-analysis and critique Videos 11. Student presentations

Visual Communications II - Grades 11 - 12 Page 9 of 18 - 9 - February 2005 Essential Question, Concept or Theme: D. Software Applications Approx. Time Allotment: Required ~ 30 PA Standards: 3.1.10.D; 3.1.12.D, 3.2.10.D; 3.2.12.D; 3.6.10.B,D; 3.6.12.B,D; 3.7.10.C,D,E; 3.7.12.C,D,E Aligned Materials/ Benchmark/Skills Assessment Instructional Strategies Resources/Technology

Visual Communications II - Grades 11 - 12 Page 10 of 18 - 10 - February 2005 Essential Question, Concept or Theme: D. Software Applications Approx. Time Allotment: Required ~ 30 PA Standards: 3.1.10.D; 3.1.12.D, 3.2.10.D; 3.2.12.D; 3.6.10.B,D; 3.6.12.B,D; 3.7.10.C,D,E; 3.7.12.C,D,E Multicultural/ Adaptations/Inclusion Enrichment Strategies Remediation Strategies Interdisciplinary Techniques Connection D. Software Applications D. Software Applications D. Software Applications D. Software Applications

General adaptations for all themes may May include, but are not limited to: May include, but are not limited to: include but are not limited to: Those activities/ adaptations listed in Extensions (time and material) to Those adaptations listed in the students’ the student’s IEP assignments IEP Enrichment activities and assignments Written self-evaluation and assessment Extended test time that accompany texts and other resources Frequent progress checks/ reports Modified tests/assignments Independent study assignments such Student-Teacher conferences Preferential seating as supplementary articles, projects, or research Those adaptations listed in the students’ Alternate assignments and assessment IEP Additional original and creative Visual & auditory aids projects agreed upon by both instructor Extended test time and student Aide in the classroom Modified tests/ assignments

Visual Communications II - Grades 11 - 12 Page 11 of 18 - 11 - February 2005 Essential Question, Concept or Theme: E. Printing/Production Systems Approx. Time Allotment: Required ~35 PA Standards: 3.1.10.D; 3.4.10.C; 3.7.10.C,D,E; 3.7.12.C,D,E

Aligned Materials/ Benchmark/Skills Assessment Instructional Strategies Resources/Technology

E. Printing/Production Systems E. Printing/Production E. Printing/Production Systems E. Printing/Production Systems Systems 1. Demonstrate and apply Textbook The core themes (A, B, C, D, E and F proper methods of 1. Pre-production Graphic Communication above) will be covered; elective themes (G measurement and scaling Processes by Zeke A. Prust & H above) will be covered in all areas in the enlargement and 2. Projects where applicable. The instructor may reproduction of images and Created PC Computers (10 units Pentium 4 or choose to use parts, rather than the whole, designs. 3. Observation of better, Windows XP or better OS) of all optional themes above. 2. Demonstrate, describe and Proper Tool/ Adobe PageMaker software apply proper methods for Machinery/ (latest version) All numbers reflect approximate class using light in the pre- Equipment Use Adobe Photoshop software periods dedicated to each theme, for a total production and production 4. Observation of Safe (latest version) of 180 class periods. Time is approximated phases of visual Lab Practices Adobe Illustrator software due to the nature of the course; the communications. 5. Proper Image (latest version) activities selected by the instructor must be 3. Describe, demonstrate and Generation Microsoft Office tailored to each year’s student population, apply proper pre-production Techniques Internet Access and may vary in duration and intensity, and methods in graphic 6. Student Laser Printer therefore cannot be pinpointed precisely. communications. Presentations/ Color Printer 4. Describe, demonstrate and Videos 1. Teacher directed instruction Scanners (2, at least one capable of apply proper production 7. Exams and and demonstration scanning large documents and methods in graphic Quizzes 2. Self-directed student discovery transparencies) 3. Hands-on learning activities communications. 8. Class work,/ 5. Describe, demonstrate and participation Still Cameras – 35mm and Digital using a variety of hardware, apply proper finishing, binding and classroom Photography supplies and darkroom software and peripheral devices and packaging operations in discussion equipment involved in the design, pre- graphic communications. 9. Worksheets and production and production of visual 6. Describe, demonstrate and Handouts Lithography Printing Equipment communications activities apply methods for creating & Supplies 4. Cooperative learning and and producing multimedia group activities products. Screen Printing Equipment & Supplies 5. Handouts, diagrams and 7. Create and operate a graphic illustrations production enterprise. Finishing, Binding and Packaging 6. Guest lecturers and speakers 8. Analyze and evaluate a 7. Field trips recently development in the Equipment & Supplies 8. Class discussion graphic communications field 9. Student research 10. Self-analysis and critique and its impact upon society Video Production Equipment & Supplies . 11. Student presentations Visual Communications II - Grades 11 - 12 Page 12 of 18 - 12 - February 2005 Essential Question, Concept or Theme: E. Printing/Production Systems Approx. Time Allotment: Required ~35 PA Standards: 3.1.10.D; 3.4.10.C; 3.7.10.C,D,E; 3.7.12.C,D,E

Aligned Materials/ Benchmark/Skills Assessment Instructional Strategies Resources/Technology

Teacher generated materials and handouts

Videos

Visual Communications II - Grades 11 - 12 Page 13 of 18 - 13 - February 2005 Essential Question, Concept or Theme: E. Printing/Production Systems Approx. Time Allotment: Required ~35 PA Standards: 3.1.10.D; 3.4.10.C; 3.7.10.C,D,E; 3.7.12.C,D,E Enrichment Strategies Remediation Strategies Multicultural/ Adaptations/Inclusion Interdisciplinary Techniques Connection E. Printing/Production Systems E. Printing/Production Systems E. Printing/Production Systems E. Printing/Production Systems

General adaptations for all themes May include, but are not limited to: May include, but are not limited to: may include but are not limited to: Those activities/ adaptations listed in Extensions (time and material) to Those adaptations listed in the the student’s IEP assignments students’ IEP Enrichment activities and assignments Written self-evaluation and assessment Extended test time that accompany texts and other resources Frequent progress checks/ reports Modified tests/assignments Independent study assignments such Student-Teacher conferences Preferential seating as supplementary articles, projects, or research Those adaptations listed in the students’ Alternate assignments and IEP assessment Additional original and creative projects agreed upon by both instructor Extended test time Visual & auditory aids and student Modified tests/ assignments Aide in the classroom Preferential seating

Visual Communications II - Grades 11 - 12 Page 14 of 18 - 14 - February 2005 Essential Question, Concept or Theme: F. Machine, Tool Use and Safety Approx. Time Allotment: Required ~25 PA Standards: 3.1.10.D; 3.4.10.C; 3.7.10.A,B,C,D,E; 3.7.12.A,B,C,D,E; 3.8.10.B,C; 3.8.12.A,B,C Aligned Materials/ Benchmark/Skills Assessment Instructional Strategies Resources/Technology F. Machine, Tool Use and Safety G. Machine, Tool Use and Safety F. Machine, Tool Use and Safety F. Machine, Tool Use and Safety

1. Describe, demonstrate and 1. Teacher Observation Standard visual The core themes (A, B, C, D, E and F apply generally accepted safety 2. Student Presentations communications lab above) will be covered; elective themes (G procedures for working in an 3. Exams and Quizzes equipment and facilities & H above) will be covered in all areas industrial environment. 4. Worksheets and Handouts where applicable. The instructor may 2. Describe, demonstrate and apply Safety glasses, face choose to use parts, rather than the whole, generally accepted safety shields, rubber and of all optional themes above. procedures for specific hand tools, disposable gloves machinery and other equipment All numbers reflect approximate class associated with a graphic Shop Aprons periods dedicated to each theme, for a total communications/ video production of 180 class periods. Time is approximated laboratory. MSDS materials due to the nature of the course; the 3. Identify tools/equipment/ activities selected by the instructor must be machinery employed in the Videos tailored to each year’s student population, pre-production and and may vary in duration and intensity, and production phases of a typical Teacher generated therefore cannot be pinpointed precisely. graphic communication/ video materials, activities, and production laboratory. quizzes 1. Teacher directed instruction 4. Select and properly use the and demonstration appropriate tool/equipment/ Possible guest lecture 2. Self-directed student discovery machine to perform the desired from a safety inspector 3. Hands-on learning activities process. using a variety of hardware, 5. Recognize the need to use software and peripheral devices proper materials/tools/equipment involved in the design, pre- together in the production of production and production of visual materials. visual communications activities 4. Cooperative learning and group activities 5. Handouts, diagrams and illustrations 6. Guest lecturers and speakers 7. Field trips 8. Class discussion 9. Student research 10. Self-analysis and critique 11. Student presentations

Visual Communications II - Grades 11 - 12 Page 15 of 18 - 15 - February 2005 Essential Question, Concept or Theme: F. Machine, Tool Use and Safety Approx. Time Allotment: Required ~25 PA Standards: 3.1.10.D; 3.4.10.C; 3.7.10.A,B,C,D,E; 3.7.12.A,B,C,D,E; 3.8.10.B,C; 3.8.12.A,B,C Enrichment Strategies Remediation Strategies Multicultural/ Adaptations/Inclusion Interdisciplinary Techniques Connection F. Machine, Tool Use and Safety F. Machine, Tool Use and Safety F. Machine, Tool Use and Safety F. Machine, Tool Use and Safety

General adaptations for all themes May include, but are not limited to: may include but are not limited to: May include, but are not limited to: Those activities/ adaptations listed in Those adaptations listed in the the student’s IEP Extensions (time and material) to students’ IEP assignments Enrichment activities and assignments Extended test time that accompany texts and other Written self-evaluation and assessment resources Modified tests/assignments Frequent progress checks/ reports Independent study assignments such Preferential seating as supplementary articles, projects, or Student-Teacher conferences research Alternate assignments and Those adaptations listed in the students’ assessment Additional original and creative IEP projects agreed upon by both instructor Visual & auditory aids and student Extended test time

Aide in the classroom Modified tests/ assignments

Visual Communications II - Grades 11 - 12 Page 16 of 18 - 16 - February 2005 Essential Question, Concept or Theme: G. Product Design & Marketing (optional) Approx. Time Allotment: (Required ~30) PA Standards: 3.1.10.A,B,D; 3.1.12.D; 3.2.10.D; 3.1.12.D; 3.6.10.B,C; 3.1.12.B,C; 3.7.10.D,E; 3.7.12.D,E; 3.8.10.C; 3.8.12.B,C Aligned Materials/ Benchmark/Skills Assessment Instructional Strategies Resources/Technology H. Product Design & Marketing I. Product Design & G. Product Design & G. Product Design & Marketing (optional) Marketing (optional) Marketing (optional) (optional)

1. Properly utilize the four types of 1. Prototype/ Textbook The core themes (A, B, C, D, E and F layouts in the design process. Model Graphic Communication above) will be covered; elective themes 2. Create, analyze and evaluate Production by Zeke A. Prust (G & H above) will be covered in all prototypes and sample designs for 2. Worksheets areas where applicable. The instructor visual products. 3. Written Research PC Computers (10 units Pentium 4 or may choose to use parts, rather than the 3. Demonstrate and apply computer Papers better, Windows XP or better OS) whole, of all optional themes above. hardware, peripherals and 4. Exams and Adobe PageMaker software software in the prototyping/modeling Quizzes (latest version) All numbers reflect approximate class process. 5. Class Work, Adobe Photoshop software periods dedicated to each theme, for a 4. Select and utilize the proper Participation, (latest version) total of 180 class periods. Time is substrate or media for solving a and Classroom Adobe Illustrator software approximated due to the nature of the design problem. Discussion (latest version) course; the activities selected by the 5. Analyze and evaluate a Microsoft Office instructor must be tailored to each recently development in the Internet Access year’s student population, and may vary graphic communications field and Laser Printer in duration and intensity, and therefore its impact upon society. Color Printer cannot be pinpointed precisely. 6. Define marketing and the marketplace. Scanners (2, at least one capable of 1. Teacher directed instruction 7. Conduct market research. scanning large documents and and demonstration 8. Implement a marketing campaign transparencies) 2. Self-directed student discovery for a product. 3. Hands-on learning activities 9. Assess product value through Still Cameras – 35mm and digital using a variety of hardware, analysis of material, production software and peripheral devices and distribution costs. Various types and colors of paper involved in the design, pre- 10. Assess the results of the production and production of marketing campaign. Cutting tools and adhesives visual communications activities 4. Cooperative learning and Teacher generated materials and group activities handouts 5. Handouts, diagrams and illustrations 6. Guest lecturers and speakers 7. Field trips 8. Class discussion 9. Student research 10. Self-analysis and critique 11. Student presentations Visual Communications II - Grades 11 - 12 Page 17 of 18 - 17 - February 2005 Essential Question, Concept or Theme: G. Product Design & Marketing (optional) Approx. Time Allotment: Required ~30 PA Standards: 3.1.10.A,B,D; 3.1.12.D; 3.2.10.D; 3.1.12.D; 3.6.10.B,C; 3.1.12.B,C; 3.7.10.D,E; 3.7.12.D,E; 3.8.10.C; 3.8.12.B,C Multicultural/ Adaptations/Inclusion Enrichment Strategies Remediation Strategies Interdisciplinary Techniques Connection G. Product Design & Marketing G. Product Design & Marketing G. Product Design & G. Product Design & (optional) (optional) Marketing (optional) Marketing (optional)

General adaptations for all themes may May include, but are not limited to: May include, but are not limited to: include but are not limited to: Those activities/ adaptations listed in the Extensions (time and material) to Those adaptations listed in the students’ student’s IEP assignments IEP Enrichment activities and assignments that Written self-evaluation and Extended test time accompany texts and other resources assessment

Modified tests/assignments Independent study assignments such as Frequent progress checks/ reports supplementary articles, projects, or Preferential seating research Student-Teacher conferences

Alternate assignments and assessment Additional original and creative projects Those adaptations listed in the agreed upon by both instructor and student students’ IEP Visual & auditory aids Extended test time Aide in the classroom Modified tests/ assignments

Visual Communications II - Grades 11 - 12 Page 18 of 18 - 18 - February 2005 Essential Question, Concept or Theme: H. Inks, Substrates, Environmental Issues Approx. Time Allotment: Required ~15 (optional) PA Standards: 3.8.10.B,C; 3.8.12.B,C Aligned Materials/ Benchmark/Skills Assessment Instructional Strategies Resources/Technology H. Inks, Substrates, Environmental H. Inks, Substrates, Environmental H. Inks, Substrates, Environmental J. Inks, Substrates, Environmental Issues Issues (optional) Issues (optional) Issues (optional) (optional)

1. Analyze and evaluate the 1. Critique Textbook The core themes (A, B, C, D, E and F above) impact of design and material Worksheets Graphic Communication will be covered; elective themes (G & H usage upon the environment. 2. Student by Zeke A. Prust above) will be covered in all areas where 2. Compare and contrast the Presentation applicable. The instructor may choose to use advantages and disadvant- 3. Written Research Internet parts, rather than the whole, of all optional ages of recycled materials Papers themes above. used in the graphic 4. Worksheets and MSDS Materials All numbers reflect approximate class periods communications process. Handouts dedicated to each theme, for a total of 180 3. Describe and analyze the 5. Internet Research Teacher generated materials class periods. Time is approximated due to papermaking process and its Studies and handouts the nature of the course; the activities selected environmental impacts. by the instructor must be tailored to each 4. Describe and analyze the year’s student population, and may vary in production processes for duration and intensity, and therefore cannot other common substrates be pinpointed precisely. used in the graphic communication industry and 1. Teacher directed instruction and their environmental impacts. demonstration (i.e. plastics, metals, textiles, 2. Self-directed student discovery etc.) 3. Hands-on learning activities using a 5. Analyze and evaluate the variety of hardware, software and use of inks and solvents peripheral devices involved in the and other materials and their design, pre-production and impact upon the environment production of visual communications and ecology. activities 6. Identify appropriate methods 4. Cooperative learning and group for recycling or disposing of activities industrial materials and their 5. Handouts, diagrams and by-products. illustrations 6. Guest lecturers and speakers 7. Field trips 8. Class discussion 9. Student research 10. Self-analysis and critique 11. Student presentations Visual Communications II - Grades 11 - 12 Page 19 of 18 - 19 - February 2005 Essential Question, Concept or Theme: H. Inks, Substrates, Environmental Issues Approx. Time Allotment: Required ~15 (optional) PA Standards: 3.8.10.B,C; 3.8.12.B,C Enrichment Strategies Remediation Strategies Multicultural/ Adaptations/Inclusion Interdisciplinary Techniques Connection H. Inks, Substrates, Environmental H. Inks, Substrates, Environmental H. Inks, Substrates, Environmental H. Inks, Substrates, Environmental Issues (optional) Issues (optional) Issues (optional) Issues (optional)

General adaptations for all themes May include, but are not limited to: May include, but are not limited to: may include but are not limited to: Those activities/ adaptations listed Extensions (time and material) to Those adaptations listed in the in the student’s IEP assignments students’ IEP Enrichment activities and Written self-evaluation and Extended test time assignments that accompany assessment texts and other resources Modified tests/assignments Frequent progress checks/ reports Independent study assignments Preferential seating such as supplementary articles, Student-Teacher conferences projects, or research Alternate assignments and Those adaptations listed in the assessment Additional original and creative students’ IEP projects agreed upon by both Visual & auditory aids instructor and student Extended test time

Visual Communications II - Grades 11 - 12 Page 20 of 18 - 20 - February 2005 Essential Question, Concept or Theme: I. Issues in Visual Communications. Approx. Time Allotment: PA Standards: 3.7.10.A Aligned Materials/ Benchmark/Skills Assessment Instructional Strategies Resources/Technology I. Issues in Visual Communications. K. Issues in Visual Communications. L. Issues in Visual M. Issues in Visual Communications. Communications. The core themes (A, B, C, D, E and F 1. Assess the influences of 1. Teacher Observation above) will be covered; elective themes visual communications on 2. Career Research Paper (G & H above) will be covered in all areas society. 3. Visual Communications where applicable. The instructor may 2. Identify trends in visual Research Paper choose to use parts, rather than the communications and predict 4. Worksheets whole, of all optional themes above. the future in visual 5. Student Presentations All numbers reflect approximate class communications 6. Research Strategies/ periods dedicated to each theme, for a 3. Identify, explore and evaluate Internet Use total of 180 class periods. Time is careers in visual 7. Exams and Quizzes approximated due to the nature of the communications. 8. Class work/participation, course; the activities selected by the 4. Identify educational and Classroom Discussion instructor must be tailored to each year’s requirements, entry-level skills student population, and may vary in required and future prospects. duration and intensity, and therefore 5. Complete an advanced study cannot be pinpointed precisely. project in the visual communications field. 1. Teacher directed instruction and demonstration 2. Self-directed student discovery 3. Hands-on learning activities using a variety of hardware, software and peripheral devices involved in the design, pre- production and production of visual communications activities 4. Cooperative learning and group activities 5. Handouts, diagrams and illustrations 6. Guest lecturers and speakers 7. Field trips 8. Class discussion 9. Student research 10. Self-analysis and critique 11. Student presentations

Visual Communications II - Grades 11 - 12 Page 21 of 18 - 21 - February 2005 Essential Question, Concept or Theme: I. Issues in Visual Communications Approx. Time Allotment: PA Standards: 3.7.10.A Multicultural/ Adaptations/Inclusion Techniques Enrichment Strategies Remediation Strategies Interdisciplinary Connection I. Issues in Visual Communications. I. Issues in Visual Communications. I. Issues in Visual Communications. N. Issues in Visual General adaptations for all themes may May include, but are not limited to: May include, but are not limited to: Communications. include but are not limited to: Those activities/ adaptations listed in the Extensions (time and material) to Those adaptations listed in the students’ student’s IEP assignments IEP Enrichment activities and assignments that Written self-evaluation and assessment Extended test time accompany texts and other resources Frequent progress checks/ reports Modified tests/assignments Independent study assignments such as supplementary articles, projects, or Student-Teacher conferences Preferential seating research Those adaptations listed in the students’ Alternate assignments and assessment Additional original and creative projects IEP agreed upon by both instructor and student Visual & auditory aids Extended test time

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