Classroom Procedures
Where should students place their backpacks when they enter the classroom?
On the wall hooks.
What program will we be using for Photo-editing projects?
Photopea (a free Photoshop-like program available on any web browser).
How should students navigate around the classroom?
Always walk.
True or False: It is mandatory to take notes on every Word of the Day.
False.
It is not required to write down every word of the day. Note taking is for your benefit only. Mr. H does not check them.
What are we going to do with our photos?
We're going to edit them in Photopea!
What non-required thing should students grab when they enter the classroom before taking notes or listening?
A "Word of the Day" note-taking card.
How are students expected to put away their designated laptops?
Completely shut them down, use a disinfectant-wipe the keyboard, put it in the appropriate numbered slot, and plug it in.
True or False: It is perfectly ok and safe to lean back in your chair.
False.
This classroom is already cramped as it is. One slight slip and you're falling backwards into something! Please be careful!
What should students do with their WotD card when class starts?
Listen quietly and take notes about it.
What type of project involves flipping through a sequence of images fast enough to create the illusion movement?
Flipbooks/animation.
What is a “Flex Day,” and what are students supposed to do on these days?
Fix or complete any incomplete assignments for full credit. If all done, they should remain constructive!
What equipment must always be handled with two points of contact?
Laptops.
Where should the utensils be placed in and put away after use?
In their color-designated pencil boxes and put away in the front black shelf.
Generally, when are students quizzed on their WotD's?
Bi-weekly-ish (that means roughly every two weeks).
What is the goal of Mr. H teaching the students photography?
Hint: Its not because cameras are fun to use (even though they are!).
Understand the science behind appealing imagery and the inventive technology that helps us create it.
Because photography is a form of art! But not all photography is art, and we'll find out why!
How many points are "activities" and "project" grades worth, and what are they graded on?
Activity: 5 points, graded on participation and following directions.
Project: 10 points, graded on turning in (4pts), following directions (up to 3pts), and effort (up to 3pts).
What MUST students always wear when using the cameras?
A lanyard around their neck.
What type of websites can students visit on school laptops?
Only school-approved websites.
Why is important to pay attention during WotD discussions?
Because it reinforces concepts covered in class and the quizzes are heavily-weighted grade-wise.
Reading check: How will students enhance creative problem-solving skills?
Through hands-on projects.
True or false: Despite only having 4ish quizzes planned and over 20+ activities/project assignments planned, the quiz category is worth roughly 50% percent of your grade.
True.
You could ace every classroom assignment, but if you bomb every quiz, that would put your grade down to 50%!
What is the number one rule regarding the lens of a camera?
Always protect the lens!
If foul-language is used in class but Mr. H isn't sure who delt it, what will happen?
If no one owns up to it, a detention will be given to Mr. H's best guess based on the table that he heard if from.
Not fair? Too bad. Do not surround yourself with someone who uses disrespectful language and willingly throw's you under the bus to avoid trouble.
What is the reason Word of the Days are presented before an activity or project?
They build vocabulary and give a name to the concepts we'll be handing for the day's upcoming activity or project.
What is a pixel?
A 1 by 1 unit of programmable color that is made up of 3 subpixels: Red, Green, and Blue which tricks our eyes into seeing any color on the visible light spectrum.