ROSE TREE MEDIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
COURSE CURRICULUM
COURSE TITLE: Publications I
GRADE LEVEL: Grade 11-12
CREATION DATE: February, 2005
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: A. Methods of Communications
Approx. Time Allotment: 10 periods
PA Standards: 1.6.11.E,F; 3.1.10.D; 3.2.12.D; 3.6.12.B,D; 3.7.12.A,B,C,D,E
Aligned Materials/
Benchmark/Skills
Assessment
Instructional Strategies
Resources/Technology
A. Methods of Communications
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Explain and evaluate the use
of symbols, measurements,
and drawings as a means of
promoting clear
communication by providing
a common language for
expressing ideas.
Explain and apply appropriate
sketching skills for creating
simple drawings.
Identify and use the basic
symbols, measuring methods
and printer’s marks used in
creating simple layouts.
Compare the various methods
of visual communications and
their respective strengths and
weaknesses.
Apply the correct method of
communication for expressing
a variety of ideas.
Identify and use the various
types of colors and design
elements to convey a
message.
A. Methods of Communications
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Thumbnail Sketches
Rough Layouts
Comprehensive Layouts
Mechanical Layouts
Software, Hardware and
Peripheral Use
Photography (Traditional
and Digital)
Network operation and online communication
systems.
Class Work, Participation,
and Classroom
Discussion
Worksheets and
handouts
Advertising materials.
A. Methods of Communications
A. Methods of Communications
PC Computers (10 units Pentium 4 or
better, Windows XP or better OS
Adobe PageMaker software
(latest version)
Jostens Yeartech or comparable
software (latest version)
Adobe Photoshop software
(latest version)
Adobe Illustrator software
(latest version)
Microsoft Office
Internet Access
Laser Printer
Color Printer
Paper of various sizes and colors
All themes will be covered in all areas
where applicable. The instructor may
choose to use parts, rather than the
whole, of all themes above in the
various aspects of creating a
publication.
Scanners (2, at least one capable of
scanning large documents and
transparencies)
All numbers reflect approximate class
periods dedicated to each theme, for a
total of 180 class periods. Time is
approximated due to the nature of the
course; the activities selected by the
instructor must be tailored to each
year’s student population, and may
vary in duration and intensity, and
therefore cannot be pinpointed
precisely.
1.
2.
3.
Digital Still Cameras
35 mm Black and White Cameras
Teacher generated materials and
handouts
Videos
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
Publications I – Grade 11 - 12
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Teacher directed instruction
and demonstration
Self-directed student discovery
Hands-on learning activities
using a variety of hardware,
software and peripheral
devices involved in the design,
re-production and production
of visual communications
activities
Cooperative learning and
group activities
Handouts, diagrams and
illustrations
Guest lecturers/speakers
Field trips
Class discussion
Student research
Self-analysis and critique
Student presentations
February 2005
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: A. Methods of Communications
PA Standards: 1.6.11.E,F; 3.1.10.D; 3.2.12.D; 3.6.12.B,D; 3.7.12.A,B,C,D,E
Adaptations/Inclusion
Techniques
Enrichment Strategies
Approx. Time Allotment: 10 periods
Multicultural/
Interdisciplinary
Connection
Remediation Strategies
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 the student’s IEP
Additional after school laboratory time
Those adaptations listed in the students’
IEP
Modified tests/assignments
A. Methods of Communications
Written self-evaluation and
assessment
Enrichment activities and
assignments that accompany
texts and other resources
Frequent progress checks/ reports
Preferential seating
Alternate assignments and assessment
Independent study assignments
such as supplementary articles,
projects, or research
Visual & auditory aids
Aide in the classroom
Additional original and creative
projects agreed upon by both
instructor and student
Student-Teacher conferences
Those adaptations listed in the
students’ IEP
Modified assignments
Preferential seating
Alternate assessments
Additional after school help
Advanced individualized computer
instruction
Publications I – Grade 11 - 12
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February 2005
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: B. Writing, Grammar, Spelling, Punctuation
Approx. Time Allotment: 20 periods
PA Standards: 1.4.11.A,B,C,D; 1.5.11.A,B,C,D,E,F; 1.6.11.E,F; 13.3.11.C,E
Aligned Materials/
Benchmark/Skills
Assessment
Instructional Strategies
Resources/Technology
B. Writing, Grammar, Spelling,
Punctuation
1.
Demonstrate the ability to
create, refine, and critique
written work for publication.
a. Write clear, concise
paragraphs and captions.
b. Write appropriate content
for the topic.
c. Write fully developed
paragraphs that contain
all pertinent information.
d. Spell all words correctly.
e. Proofread and return for
correction writings prepared
by team members.
B. Writing, Grammar, Spelling,
Punctuation
1.
2.
3.
4.
Paragraph and copy writing.
Caption writing.
Student identification.
Advertising copy and
information.
B. Writing, Grammar, Spelling,
Punctuation
B. Writing, Grammar, Spelling,
Punctuation
PC Computers (10 units Pentium 4
or better, Windows XP or
better OS
Microsoft Office
All themes will be covered in all areas
where applicable. The instructor may
choose to use parts, rather than the
whole, of all themes above in the various
aspects of creating a publication.
Dictionaries, Thesaurus and other
reference materials as needed
.
All numbers reflect approximate class
periods dedicated to each theme, for a
total of 180 class periods. Time is
approximated due to the nature of the
course; the activities selected by the
instructor must be tailored to each year’s
student population, and may vary in
duration and intensity, and therefore
cannot be pinpointed precisely.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Publications I – Grade 11 - 12
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6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
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Teacher directed instruction
and demonstration
Self-directed student discovery
Hands-on learning activities
using a variety of hardware,
software and peripheral devices
involved in the design,
reproduction and production
of visual communications
activities
Cooperative learning and
group activities
Handouts, diagrams and
illustrations
Guest lecturers/speakers
Field trips
Class discussion
Student research
Self-analysis and critique
Student presentations
February 2005
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: B. Writing, Grammar, Spelling, Punctuation
PA Standards: 1.4.11.A,B,C,D; 1.5.11.A,B,C,D,E,F; 1.6.11.E,F; 13.3.11.C,E
Adaptations/Inclusion Techniques
Enrichment Strategies
Approx. Time Allotment: 20 periods
Remediation Strategies
B. Writing, Grammar, Spelling, Punctuation
B. Writing, Grammar, Spelling,
Punctuation
B. Writing, Grammar, Spelling,
Punctuation
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 the student’s IEP
Additional after school laboratory time
Those adaptations listed in the students’ IEP
Multicultural/
Interdisciplinary
Connection
B. Writing, Grammar,
Spelling, Punctuation
Written self-evaluation and assessment
Modified tests/assignments
Preferential seating
Enrichment activities and
assignments that accompany
texts and other resources
Frequent progress checks/ reports
Student-Teacher conferences
Alternate assignments and assessment
Visual & auditory aids
Independent study assignments
such as supplementary articles,
projects, or research
Those adaptations listed in the students’ IEP
Modified assignments
Aide in the classroom
Additional original and creative
projects agreed upon by both
instructor and student
Preferential seating
Alternate assessments
Additional after school help
Advanced individualized computer instruction
Publications I – Grade 11 - 12
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February 2005
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: C. Principles of Design
Approx. Time Allotment: 20 periods
PA Standards: 3.1.12.D; 3.2.12.D; 3.6.12.B, 3.7.12.A,B,C,D,E; 3.8.12.B; 13.2.11.B,C
Aligned Materials/
Benchmark/Skills
Assessment
Instructional Strategies
Resources/Technology
C. Principles of Design
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Demonstrate and apply design
and problem solving processes.
Explain the effect of content,
purpose, audience and location
as they apply to good design.
Explain qualitative, quantitative
and cost factors involved
design.
Describe, demonstrate and
apply generally accepted
principles for design.
Describe, demonstrate and
apply the proper use of color
and contrast in the design
process.
Describe and demonstrate
the proper usage of common
substrates and media for
producing printed materials
and their impact upon design.
C. Principles of Design
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Thumbnail Sketches
Rough Layouts
Comprehensive
Layouts
Mechanical Layouts
Note taking
Page creation and
submission
Class Work,
Participation, and
Classroom
Discussion
Software and
Peripheral Use
Use of color and other
creative methods.
C. Principles of Design
C. Principles of Design
PC Computers (10 units Pentium 4 or
better, Windows XP or better OS
Adobe PageMaker software
(latest version)
Adobe Photoshop software
(latest version)
Adobe Illustrator software
(latest version)
Microsoft Office
Internet Access
Laser Printer
Color Printer
Paper of various sizes and colors
All themes will be covered in all areas
where applicable. The instructor may
choose to use parts, rather than the
whole, of all themes above in the various
aspects of creating a publication.
Scanners (2, at least one capable of
scanning large documents and
transparencies)
Still Image cameras 35mm and digital
All numbers reflect approximate class
periods dedicated to each theme, for a
total of 180 class periods. Time is
approximated due to the nature of the
course; the activities selected by the
instructor must be tailored to each year’s
student population, and may vary in
duration and intensity, and therefore
cannot be pinpointed precisely.
1.
2.
3.
Graph Paper
Drawing tools to include: T-squares,
rulers, pencils, triangles, curves,
compasses, croppers
Teacher generated materials and
handouts
4.
5.
Videos
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
Publications I – Grade 11 - 12
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Teacher directed instruction
and demonstration
Self-directed student discovery
Hands-on learning activities
using a variety of hardware,
software and peripheral devices
involved in the design,
reproduction and production
of visual communications
activities
Cooperative learning and
group activities
Handouts, diagrams and
illustrations
Guest lecturers/speakers
Field trips
Class discussion
Student research
Self-analysis and critique
Student presentations
February 2005
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: C. Principles of Design
PA Standards:
3.1.12.D; 3.2.12.D; 3.6.12.B, 3.7.12.A,B,C,D,E; 3.8.12.B; 13.2.11.B,C
Adaptations/Inclusion Techniques
Enrichment Strategies
Approx. Time Allotment: 20 periods
Remediation Strategies
C. Principles of Design
C. Principles of Design
C. Principles of Design
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 the student’s IEP
Additional after school laboratory time
Those adaptations listed in the students’ IEP
Multicultural/
Interdisciplinary
Connection
C. Principles of Design
Written self-evaluation and assessment
Modified tests/assignments
Preferential seating
Enrichment activities and
assignments that accompany
texts and other resources
Frequent progress checks/ reports
Student-Teacher conferences
Alternate assignments and assessment
Visual & auditory aids
Independent study assignments
such as supplementary articles,
projects, or research
Those adaptations listed in the students’ IEP
Modified assignments
Aide in the classroom
Additional original and creative
projects agreed upon by both
instructor and student
Preferential seating
Alternate assessments
Additional after school help
Advanced individualized computer instruction
Publications I – Grade 11 - 12
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February 2005
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: D. Information Technology
PA Standards: 3.6.12.B,C; 3.7.12.A,C,D,E; 13.2.11.B,C
Benchmark/Skills
D. Information Technology
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Describe, demonstrate and
apply proper graphic and
electronic communication
principles to solve a design
problem
Describe, demonstrate and
apply proper procedures for
encoding, storing, retrieving,
transmitting and receiving
information.
Describe, demonstrate and
apply advanced collection
and communication
techniques to solve design
problems.
Apply advanced tools and
devices to effectively
communicate ideas and
messages.
Demonstrate and apply proper
computer and software devices
to create and communicate
ideas and messages.
Describe, demonstrate and
apply multiple input and output
devices to solve specific
problems.
Design, create, describe
and effectively operate the
components of a website.
Describe and illustrate
understanding of a
computer network.
Publications I – Grade 11 - 12
Aligned Materials/
Resources/Technology
Assessment
D. Information Technology
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Approx. Time Allotment: 10 periods
Hardware, Software
and Peripheral Use
Internet Search
Techniques
Use of Digital
Cameras
Page layouts created
On-line page submission
Usage of email
Class Work, Participation,
and Classroom Discussion
On-time submissions of
page layouts.
Instructional Strategies
D. Information Technology
D. Information Technology
PC Computers (10 units Pentium 4 or
better, Windows XP or better OS)
Adobe PageMaker software
(latest version)
Adobe Photoshop software
(latest version)
Adobe Illustrator software
(latest version)
Microsoft Office
Internet Access
Laser Printer
Color Printer
Paper of various sizes and colors
All themes will be covered in all areas
where applicable. The instructor may
choose to use parts, rather than the
whole, of all themes above in the various
aspects of creating a publication.
Scanners (2, at least one capable of
scanning large documents and
transparencies)
Digital still cameras
All numbers reflect approximate class
periods dedicated to each theme, for a
total of 180 class periods. Time is
approximated due to the nature of the
course; the activities selected by the
instructor must be tailored to each year’s
student population, and may vary in
duration and intensity, and therefore
cannot be pinpointed precisely.
1.
2.
3.
Teacher generated materials and
handouts
Videos
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
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Teacher directed instruction
and demonstration
Self-directed student discovery
Hands-on learning activities
using a variety of hardware,
software and peripheral devices
involved in the design,
reproduction and production
of visual communications
activities
Cooperative learning and
group activities
Handouts, diagrams and
illustrations
Guest lecturers/speakers
Field trips
Class discussion
Student research
Self-analysis and critique
Student presentations
February 2005
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: D. Information Technology
PA Standards: 3.6.12.B,C; 3.7.12.A,C,D,E; 13.2.11.B,C
Adaptations/Inclusion
Techniques
Enrichment Strategies
Approx. Time Allotment: 10 periods
D. Information Technology
D. Information Technology
D. 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 the student’s IEP
Additional after school laboratory time
Those adaptations listed in the students’
IEP
Modified tests/assignments
D. Information Technology
Written self-evaluation and assessment
Enrichment activities and
assignments that accompany
texts and other resources
Frequent progress checks/ reports
Preferential seating
Alternate assignments and assessment
Multicultural/
Interdisciplinary
Connection
Remediation Strategies
Student-Teacher conferences
Independent study assignments
such as supplementary articles,
projects, or research
Those adaptations listed in the students’
IEP
Visual & auditory aids
Aide in the classroom
Additional original and creative
projects agreed upon by both
instructor and student
Modified assignments
Preferential seating
Alternate assessments
Additional after school help
Advanced individualized computer
instruction
Publications I – Grade 11 - 12
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February 2005
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: E. Software Applications
Approx. Time Allotment: 45 periods
PA Standards: 1.4.11.B,D; 1.5.11.A,B,C,D,E,F; 1.6.11.F; 3.1.12.D; 3.2.12.D; 3.6.12.B; 3.7.12.A,C,D,E; 13.3.11.C,E
Aligned Materials/
Benchmark/Skills
Assessment
Instructional Strategies
Resources/Technology
E. Software Applications
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Describe, demonstrate and
apply advanced computer
skills to collect, store and
retrieve information.
Describe, demonstrate and
apply complex software
products to manipulate
images, synthesize design
elements and convey ideas
and messages.
Describe, demonstrate and
apply the effective use of word
processing, spreadsheet and
database software for creating
and organizing visual products
and information.
Describe, demonstrate and
apply multimedia software for
conveying messages and
ideas.
Evaluate and apply proper
software applications for
solving complex problems.
E. Software Applications
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Internet Search, Retrieval
and Storage Techniques
Computer Generation of
Designs
Manipulating/Enhancing
of Images
Papers, Spreadsheets
and Databases related to
Graphic Design and
Production
Student Presentations
Preparation for submission,
submission and creation of
pages using Yeartech
Class Work, Participation,
and Classroom Discussion
Use of color and other
creative methods
E. Software Applications
E. Software Applications
PC Computers (10 units Pentium 4
or better, Windows XP or better OS)
Adobe PageMaker software
(latest version)
Jostens Yeartech or equivalent
Adobe Photoshop software
(latest version)
Adobe Illustrator software
(latest version)
Microsoft Office
Internet Access
Laser Printer
Color Printer
All themes will be covered in all areas
where applicable. The instructor may
choose to use parts, rather than the
whole, of all themes above in the various
aspects of creating a publication.
Scanners (2, at least one capable of
scanning large documents and
transparencies)
Teacher generated materials
and handouts
All numbers reflect approximate class
periods dedicated to each theme, for a
total of 180 class periods. Time is
approximated due to the nature of the
course; the activities selected by the
instructor must be tailored to each year’s
student population, and may vary in
duration and intensity, and therefore
cannot be pinpointed precisely.
1.
2.
3.
Videos
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
Publications I – Grade 11 - 12
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Teacher directed instruction
and demonstration
Self-directed student
discovery
Hands-on learning activities
using a variety of hardware,
software and peripheral devices
involved in the design,
reproduction and
production of visual
communications activities
Cooperative learning and
group activities
Handouts, diagrams and
illustrations
Guest lecturers/speakers
Field trips
Class discussion
Student research
Self-analysis and critique
Student presentations
February 2005
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: E. Software Applications
Approx. Time Allotment: 45 periods
PA Standards: 1.4.11.B,D; 1.5.11.A,B,C,D,E,F; 1.6.11.F; 3.1.12.D; 3.2.12.D; 3.6.12.B; 3.7.12.A,C,D,E; 13.3.11.C,E
Multicultural/
Adaptations/Inclusion Techniques
Enrichment Strategies
Remediation Strategies
Interdisciplinary
Connection
E. Software Applications
E. Software Applications
E. Software Applications
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 the student’s IEP
Additional after school laboratory time
Those adaptations listed in the students’ IEP
E. Software Applications
Written self-evaluation and assessment
Modified tests/assignments
Preferential seating
Enrichment activities and
assignments that accompany
texts and other resources
Frequent progress checks/ reports
Student-Teacher conferences
Alternate assignments and assessment
Visual & auditory aids
Independent study assignments
such as supplementary articles,
projects, or research
Those adaptations listed in the students’ IEP
Modified assignments
Aide in the classroom
Additional original and creative
projects agreed upon by both
instructor and student
Preferential seating
Alternate assessments
Additional after school help
Advanced individualized computer instruction
Publications I – Grade 11 - 12
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February 2005
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: F. Machine, Tool Use and Safety
Approx. Time Allotment: 15 periods
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
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Describe, demonstrate and
apply generally accepted
safety procedures for working
in a design lab environment.
Describe, demonstrate and
apply generally accepted
safety procedures for specific
hand tools, machinery and
other equipment associated
with a graphic design
laboratory.
Identify tools/equipment/
machinery employed in the
pre-production and production
phases of a typical graphic
design laboratory.
Select and properly use the
appropriate tool/equipment/
machine to perform the
desired process.
Recognize the need to use
proper materials/tools/
equipment together in the
production of visual materials.
F. Machine, Tool Use and Safety
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Teacher Observation
Page creation an
submission
Camera usage
Worksheets and Handouts
Image creation and
generation.
F. Machine, Tool Use and Safety
F. Machine, Tool Use and Safety
Standard design and layout
equipment and facilities
All themes will be covered in all areas where
applicable. The instructor may choose to use
parts, rather than the whole, of all themes
above in the various aspects of creating a
publication.
Scanners, computers, paper
cutters and basic hand tools
related to graphic design
Darkroom equipment
.
MSDS materials
Videos
Teacher generated materials,
activities, and quizzes
Possible guest lecture from a
publisher
All numbers reflect approximate class
periods dedicated to each theme, for a total
of 180 class periods. Time is approximated
due to the nature of the course; the activities
selected by the instructor must be tailored to
each year’s student population, and may vary
in duration and intensity, and therefore
cannot be pinpointed precisely.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
Publications I – Grade 11 - 12
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Teacher directed instruction and
demonstration
Self-directed student discovery
Hands-on learning activities
using a variety of hardware,
software and peripheral devices
involved in the design, reproduction
and production of visual
communications activities
Cooperative learning and
group activities
Handouts, diagrams and illustrations
Guest lecturers/speakers
Field trips
Class discussion
Student research
Self-analysis and critique
Student presentations
February 2005
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: F. Machine, Tool Use and Safety
Approx. Time Allotment: 15 periods
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
Multicultural/
Adaptations/Inclusion Techniques
Enrichment Strategies
Remediation Strategies
Interdisciplinary
Connection
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 the student’s IEP
Additional after school laboratory time
Those adaptations listed in the students’ IEP
F. Machine, Tool Use and
Safety
Written self-evaluation and assessment
Modified tests/assignments
Preferential seating
Enrichment activities and
assignments that accompany
texts and other resources
Frequent progress checks/ reports
Student-Teacher conferences
Alternate assignments and assessment
Visual & auditory aids
Independent study assignments
such as supplementary articles,
projects, or research
Those adaptations listed in the students’ IEP
Modified assignments
Aide in the classroom
Additional original and creative
projects agreed upon by both
instructor and student
Preferential seating
Alternate assessments
Additional after school help
Advanced individualized computer instruction
Publications I – Grade 11 - 12
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February 2005
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: G. Advertising, Sales, Budgeting and Marketing
Approx. Time Allotment: 20 periods
PA Standards: 1.4.11.A,B; 1.5.11.A,B,F; 1.6.11.E,F; 3.6.11.B; 3.7.11.A,C,D,E; 3.8.12.B; 13.3.11.C,E; 13.4.11.A,B
Aligned Materials/
Benchmark/Skills
Assessment
Instructional Strategies
Resources/Technology
G. Advertising, Sales, Budgeting
and Marketing
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Design and create appropriate
advertising materials using
relevant illustrations, graphics
and well developed content.
Design and create appropriate
advertising for your target
audience.
Use various methods to advertise.
Function effectively as a member
of an advertising team.
Use a variety of methods in
selling yearbooks.
Develop and implement a
budget for income, expenses
and costs associated with
the production of the yearbook.
Develop spreadsheets and
databases necessary to run
the business component of
the yearbook.
G. Advertising, Sales,
Budgeting and Marketing
1.
2.
3.
4.
Advertising Materials
Income Generation
Written Communications
Class Work,
Participation, and
Classroom Discussion
G. Advertising, Sales,
Budgeting and Marketing
G. Advertising, Sales, Budgeting and
Marketing
PC Computers (10 units Pentium 4
or better, Windows XP or better OS)
Microsoft Office
Financial spreadsheets
Internet Access
Laser Printer
Color Printer
All themes will be covered in all areas
where applicable. The instructor may
choose to use parts, rather than the
whole, of all themes above in the various
aspects of creating a publication.
Photocopier
Teacher generated materials and
handouts
All numbers reflect approximate class
periods dedicated to each theme, for a
total of 180 class periods. Time is
approximated due to the nature of the
course; the activities selected by the
instructor must be tailored to each year’s
student population, and may vary in
duration and intensity, and therefore
cannot be pinpointed precisely.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
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6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
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Teacher directed instruction
and demonstration
Self-directed student discovery
Hands-on learning activities
using a variety of hardware,
software and peripheral devices
involved in the design,
reproduction and production
of visual communications
activities
Cooperative learning and
group activities
Handouts, diagrams and
illustrations
Guest lecturers/speakers
Field trips
Class discussion
Student research
Self-analysis and critique
Student presentations
February 2005
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: G. Advertising, Sales, Budgeting and Marketing
Approx. Time Allotment: 20 periods
PA Standards: 1.4.11.A,B; 1.5.11.A,B,F; 1.6.11.E,F; 3.6.11.B; 3.7.11.A,C,D,E; 3.8.12.B; 13.3.11.C,E; 13.4.11.A,B
Multicultural/
Adaptations/Inclusion Techniques
Enrichment Strategies
Remediation Strategies
Interdisciplinary
Connection
G. Advertising, Sales, Budgeting and
Marketing
G. Advertising, Sales, Budgeting
and Marketing
G. Advertising, Sales, Budgeting and
Marketing
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 the student’s IEP
Additional after school laboratory time
Those adaptations listed in the students’ IEP
G. Advertising, Sales,
Budgeting and
Marketing
Written self-evaluation and assessment
Modified tests/assignments
Preferential seating
Enrichment activities and
assignments that accompany
texts and other resources
Frequent progress checks/ reports
Student-Teacher conferences
Alternate assignments and assessment
Visual & auditory aids
Independent study assignments
such as supplementary articles,
projects, or research
Those adaptations listed in the students’ IEP
Modified assignments
Aide in the classroom
Additional original and creative
projects agreed upon by both
instructor and student
Preferential seating
Alternate assessments
Additional after school help
Advanced individualized computer instruction
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Essential Question, Concept or Theme: H. Photojournalism
Approx. Time Allotment: 35 periods
PA Standards: 1.4.11.A,B; 1.6.11.F; 3.1.12.D; 3.2.12.D; 3.6.12.B,C; 3.7.12.A,C,D; 3.8.12.B; 13.2.11.B,E; 13.3.11.A,C,E; 13.4.11.J
Aligned Materials/
Benchmark/Skills
Assessment
Instructional Strategies
Resources/Technology
H. Photojournalism
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Describe, demonstrate and
apply accepted practices for
publication photography.
Use photographs to tell the
stories contained in various
areas of the yearbook.
Take photographs with thought
given to their usage in
complex layouts.
Use appropriate software
applications to store,
manipulate, save and retrieve
photographs.
Use appropriate image formats
for publication in
complex layouts.
H. Photojournalism
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
.
Critique
Worksheets
Photograph
Presentation
Page Creation and
Submission
Image Placement
and Usage
Photo Composition
H. Photojournalism
H. Photojournalism
Still Image cameras 35mm and digital
All themes will be covered in all areas
where applicable. The instructor may
choose to use parts, rather than the whole,
of all themes above in the various aspects
of creating a publication.
Darkroom and equipment
PC Computers (10 units Pentium 4 or
better, Windows XP or better OS)
Adobe PageMaker software
(latest version)
Adobe Photoshop software
(latest version)
Adobe Illustrator software
(latest version)
Laser Printer
Color Printer
Scanners (2, at least one capable of
scanning large documents and
transparencies)
Teacher generated materials and
handouts
All numbers reflect approximate class
periods dedicated to each theme, for a total
of 180 class periods. Time is
approximated due to the nature of the
course; the activities selected by the
instructor must be tailored to each year’s
student population, and may vary in
duration and intensity, and therefore
cannot be pinpointed precisely.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
Publications I – Grade 11 - 12
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Teacher directed instruction
and demonstration
Self-directed student discovery
Hands-on learning activities
using a variety of hardware,
software and peripheral devices
involved in the design,
reproduction and production of
visual communications activities
Cooperative learning and
group activities
Handouts, diagrams and
illustrations
Guest lecturers/speakers
Field trips
Class discussion
Student research
Self-analysis and critique
Student presentations
February 2005
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: H. Photojournalism
Approx. Time Allotment: 35 periods
PA Standards: 1.4.11.A,B; 1.6.11.F; 3.1.12.D; 3.2.12.D; 3.6.12.B,C; 3.7.12.A,C,D; 3.8.12.B; 13.2.11.B,E; 13.3.11.A,C,E; 13.4.11.J
Multicultural/
Adaptations/Inclusion Techniques
Enrichment Strategies
Remediation Strategies
Interdisciplinary
Connection
H. Photojournalism
H. Photojournalism
H. Photojournalism
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 the student’s IEP
Additional after school laboratory time
Those adaptations listed in the students’ IEP
H. Photojournalism
Written self-evaluation and assessment
Modified tests/assignments
Preferential seating
Enrichment activities and assignments
that accompany texts and other
resources
Frequent progress checks/ reports
Student-Teacher conferences
Alternate assignments and assessment
Visual & auditory aids
Independent study assignments such
as supplementary articles, projects, or
research
Those adaptations listed in the students’ IEP
Modified assignments
Aide in the classroom
Additional original and creative projects
agreed upon by both instructor and
student
Preferential seating
Alternate assessments
Additional after school help
Advanced individualized computer instruction
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February 2005
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: I. Ethical and Legal Issues in Publishing
Approx. Time Allotment: 10 periods
PA Standards: 13.3.11.F,G
Aligned Materials/
Benchmark/Skills
Assessment
Instructional Strategies
Resources/Technology
I. Ethical and Legal Issues in Publishing
1.
2.
3.
4.
Describe, demonstrate and
apply student press rights and
responsibilities in the
publishing of the yearbook.
Describe and apply the role of
copyrights and trademarks in
publishing.
Describe and understand the
concepts of libel, slander and
copyright violation in
publishing.
Develop and appropriately use
releases for models.
I. Ethical and Legal Issues
In Publishing
1.
2.
3.
Teacher Observation
Creation and
Submission of Pages
Usage of Images
and Photographs
I. Ethical and Legal Issues in
Publishing
I. Ethical and Legal Issues in
Publishing
Jostens resources on Copyright
All themes will be covered in all areas
where applicable. The instructor may
choose to use parts, rather than the whole,
of all themes above in the various aspects
of creating a publication.
Teacher generated materials and
handouts
All numbers reflect approximate class
periods dedicated to each theme, for a total
of 180 class periods. Time is
approximated due to the nature of the
course; the activities selected by the
instructor must be tailored to each year’s
student population, and may vary in
duration and intensity, and therefore
cannot be pinpointed precisely.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
Publications I – Grade 11 - 12
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Teacher directed instruction
and demonstration
Self-directed student discovery
Hands-on learning activities
using a variety of hardware,
software and peripheral devices
involved in the design,
reproduction and production of
visual communications activities
Cooperative learning and
group activities
Handouts, diagrams and
illustrations
Guest lecturers/speakers
Field trips
Class discussion
Student research
Self-analysis and critique
Student presentations
February 2005
Essential Question, Concept or Theme: I. Ethical and Legal Issues in Publishing
PA Standards: 13.3.11.F,G
Adaptations/Inclusion Techniques
Enrichment Strategies
Approx. Time Allotment: 10 periods
Remediation Strategies
I. Ethical and Legal Issues in Publishing
I. Ethical and Legal Issues in
Publishing
I. Ethical and Legal Issues in Publishing
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 the student’s IEP
Additional after school laboratory time
Those adaptations listed in the students’ IEP
Multicultural/
Interdisciplinary
Connection
I. Ethical and Legal
Issues in
Publishing
Written self-evaluation and assessment
Modified tests/assignments
Preferential seating
Enrichment activities and
assignments that accompany
texts and other resources
Frequent progress checks/ reports
Student-Teacher conferences
Alternate assignments and assessment
Visual & auditory aids
Independent study assignments
such as supplementary articles,
projects, or research
Those adaptations listed in the students’ IEP
Modified assignments
Aide in the classroom
Additional original and creative
projects agreed upon by both
instructor and student
Preferential seating
Alternate assessments
Additional after school help
Advanced individualized computer instruction
Publications I – Grade 11 - 12
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