Expressive Imaging

Expressive Imaging

Expressive Imaging

Course Syllabus2015-16

Mrs. Leslie Kepner
Email:
Phone: (908) 889-8288 Ext 357
Teacher Site:
Office Hours: Co-CurricularPeriod 5 or by appointment

Course Description
Expressive Imaging is a studio course on the creation, use, and manipulation of images as a form of visual communication. Focus on the methods, theory, and the technology of image creation using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and other digital design tools. Projects will include exploration of digital photography, xerography, graphic rendering, painting and drawing, collage and montage, computer imaging, and hand rendering.

Grading Policy
This semester class consists of two marking periods and a final exam and project.
Grades will be weighted by:

  • Projects & Tests – 50%
  • Classwork, Homework & Quizzes– 40 %
  • POP (Participation/Organization/Preparation) – 10%

Projects include individual design work, research projects, group projects and presentations. Project deadlines will be posted in class and on Google Classroom. Projects are expected to be submitted on time and will be marked down for each day that they are late:

  • 10 points (1 letter grade) for every CLASS day late (ie. A Day to A Day)
  • 5 points (1/2 letter grade) for every calendar day (A day to B day)

Students absent on the date a project is due are expected to hand in the work on the day they return. Students absent while the project was in progress may be granted an extension based on days missed as agreed upon with the teacher. Projects may also be submitted remotely using Google Classroom and student laptops.

Homework is due on time will be deducted 10% for each day submitted late (as per project grading above)

Classwork includes in-class assignments, exercises, research, software tutorials, writing, and/or worksheets.

Text & Quizzes - Assessments will be included with each major unit and will include review and/or study guides.
Tests are weighted as project grades and quizzes are weighted as classwork/homework. Tests and quizzes missed due to absence will be made up at a time agreed upon by teacher and student.

Participation/Organization/Preparation (POP) includes participation inclass assignments, group work, engagement in class discussions and critiques,preparedness for class (laptops, assignments, etc.) and productive use of studio time. Students are expected to arrive on time, stay on task, and work actively and productively throughout the class period. Each week, studentsmay be marked down for or any lapses in productivity, participation, preparedness, tardies, or distracting/disruptive behavior (including inappropriate cell phone or laptop use.) Please see attached rubric for expectations regarding the appropriate use of studio/lab time.

Class Supplies

  1. FLASH DRIVE to back up digital work on a regular basis! Laptops can (and do) crash, freeze, or suddenly lose data. Students are also encouraged to use Google Drive as a remote server to store and back up their work.
  2. NOTEBOOK: 1” binder notebook (including loose-leaf paper) for notes, with folders for handouts, instructions, and other paperwork. You can share this notebook with your other design classes as long as sections are separate and organized.
  3. SKETCHBOOK: Students are encouraged to keep an active sketchbook for the duration of this class. Sketchbooks are a great place to jot down notes, develop ideas, or draw & doodle duringspare time.
    Most computer-based assignments will begin with a creative development phase that includes hand sketching, and students will often need to submit copies of their sketches along with their finished digital projects.You may re-use sketchbooks fromprevious design classes if you have room to do so… if not, you can purchase a new sketchbook in the size/format of your choice.

Class Rules & Procedures

  • No food or drink in the classroom!
  • Arrive on timewith your LAPTOP each day!
  • Keep your desk space organized clean.
  • NO cell phone use (talking OR texting) during class
  • Laptops and classroom computers are NOT to be used in class for:

  • Gaming
  • Videos/entertainment
  • Web surfing (unless for classwork)
  • Social media
  • Homework for other classes
  • Any violation ofUCTech’s Acceptable Use Policy

  • Headphone use for music listening will only be allowed during studio time as designated by the teacher
  • Do not download software or alter computer settings without teacher permission
  • Respect teacher & classmates at all times through active listening and mutual respect

Absences: Students need to provide a note from a parent, doctor, or home district in order for an absence to be excused. Students are responsible for making up allwork missed during an absence. Check Google Classroom for any missed assignments (or ask a classmate about missed work)before asking the teacher what you missed.

Tardies: Students late to class musthave a note or a Swipe pass.Students with 3 or more tardies willreceive a verbal warning and parental notification. Students with 5 or more tardies with earn a LOP.

LOP(Loss of Privileges) are a consequence for repeated infractions if you choose to break a class rule or school policy. Students who receive a LOP will be assigned to a designated classroom during co-curricular period. Seriously disruptive behavior will be rewarded with a trip to the main office that may result in detention or other administrative consequences.

Expressive Imaging

Mrs. Leslie Kepner
Email:
Phone: (908) 889-8288 Ext 357
Teacher Site:
Office Hours: Co-curricularPeriods 5 or by appointment

Please sign & return this acknowledgement byThursday, September 10, 2015

Student Agreement

I have read and understand the grading policy, rules and procedures for Computer Graphics 2, and will do my best to follow these guidelines.

Print Student Name:

Student Signature:

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Parent Acknowledgement

I have reviewed the Grading Policy, Rules and Procedures for Computer Graphicsand will support my student in abiding by these guidelines.

Parent Name:

Parent Signature:

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PARENTS, please let me know how best to reach you, and indicateyour preferred method of contact:

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A reminder that Back-to-School Night is Thursday, September 24th!

Thank you! I’m looking forward to a positive & productive school year!

Mrs. Leslie Kepner
UCTech School of Design

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