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K–12 Standards

Photojournalism

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The student interprets/critiques visual representations. The student is expected to: I

  • A

    recognize the major events in the development of modern-day photography; I.A

  • B

    recognize composition principles and their impact on photography; I.B

  • C

    recognize and apply ethical and legal standards to all aspects of photojournalism, including copyright law, the fair use exemption, and the ownership of intellectual property; I.C

  • D

    recognize the impact of electronic technology and future trends in digital imaging on the traditional field of photojournalism; and I.D

  • E

    understand the consequences of plagiarism. I.E

The student produces visual representations that communicate with others. The student is expected to: II

  • A

    identify the basic parts of a camera and their functions; II.A

  • B

    manipulate shutter speed, ISO, and aperture/F-stop to produce different effects in photos; II.B

  • C

    produce a properly exposed photo where the subject is sharply focused;II.C

  • D

    produce photos that apply the composition principles;II.D

  • E

    use lighting and be aware of its qualities such as direction, intensity, color, and the use of artificial light;II.E

  • F

    stop action by determining appropriate shutter speed or use panning or hand holding with slower shutter speeds;II.F

  • G

    evaluate technical qualities of photos;II.G

  • H

    use appropriate equipment to download images and make prints or upload images; andII.H

  • I

    improve photo quality by using appropriate technology.II.I

The student incorporates photographs into journalistic publications. The student is expected to: III

  • A

    plan photo layouts; III.A

  • B

    illustrate events with appropriate photos and captions; III.B

  • C

    plan photographs in relation to assignments from an editor; III.C

  • D

    create a system for organizing deadlines and camera equipment and for filing photos for publication; III.D

  • E

    create and publish slideshow packages using available technology; and III.E

  • F

    publish photos in both print and online formats. III.F

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Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12

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