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\nLOGISTICS<\/h5>\n
Class<\/strong><\/a><\/h6>\n
T\/Th 9:30-10:50 (with 1 hr \/week class time for photographing)<\/h6>\n
IMRC 112<\/h6>\n
3 credit hours.<\/h6>\n
Office hours<\/strong><\/a><\/h6>\n
T\/Th 12:30-1:30pm\u00a0, Wednesday by skype (jolineblais), and by appointment<\/h6>\n
\nOVERVIEW<\/h5>\n
This class will explore the tools and techniques required to produce quality digital photography in the context of\u00a0telling stories. The skills and strategies you learn will prepare you for work in many digital, online and journalistic fields, and teach you how to use your skill in “visual listening” to draw out the stories that matter to you and that you want to communicate to others. You will also learn basic workflow techniques, as well as publishing and printing techniques, including web, social media, book, and print venues.<\/h6>\n
You will also learn to deal responsibly with issues of invasion of privacy, subject representation, copyright and fair use and image manipulation. (This course is identical to CMJ 261.)<\/h6>\n
\nMATERIALS<\/h5>\n
DSLR Camera<\/a><\/h6>\n
Smartphone with camera<\/a><\/h6>\n
Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop<\/a><\/h6>\n
Website for publishing<\/a><\/h6>\n
\nOUTCOMES<\/h5>\n
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\nGRADING<\/h5>\n
Grading criteria<\/strong><\/a><\/h6>\n
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20% Final Project, Assignment 11-12<\/h6>\n<\/li>\n
60% Assignments 1-10<\/h6>\n<\/li>\n
20% Class attendance\/participation\/peer feedback and support<\/h6>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
There will be no final exam.<\/h6>\n
Grading scale<\/strong><\/a><\/h6>\n
Grades are slightly curved and follow this scale:<\/h6>\n
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A Outstanding\u2014you have excelled in more than one area in the completion of assignments<\/h6>\n<\/li>\n
B Above average\u2014you have exceeded average completion of assignments<\/h6>\n<\/li>\n
C Average\u2014you have completed all assignments in an average way<\/h6>\n<\/li>\n
D Poor\u2014you have some work missing, but average results for work turned in<\/h6>\n<\/li>\n
F Failing\u2014you have work missing and below average achievement<\/h6>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\nCOURSE EXPECTATIONS<\/h5>\n
Completing work<\/strong><\/a><\/h6>\n
Do get your assignments done on time. Assignments have clear logged due dates on the class website, and you will lose points for late work. Also. you can\u2019t catch up on missed conversation if the group has moved onto another topic.<\/h6>\n
Don\u2019t expect to be able to submit a project after the end of the semester.<\/h6>\n
Attendance<\/strong><\/a><\/h6>\n
Don\u2019t miss class. Attendance<\/h6>\n
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present=4 pts,<\/h6>\n<\/li>\n
late=3 pts,<\/h6>\n<\/li>\n
excused or makeup =2 pts,<\/h6>\n<\/li>\n
absent=0 pts.<\/h6>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Do talk to me beforehand if you know you\u2019ll have to miss time in class. We\u00a0MAY<\/i>\u00a0be able to schedule remote make-ups\u00a0IF<\/i>\u00a0we have enough lead-time.<\/h6>\n
Behavior<\/strong><\/a><\/h6>\n
Do raise your hand to ask me a question at any time. (You\u2019ll get equal participation credit for na\u00efve or sophisticated questions!) But be prepared that I may choose to bracket your question in order to keep the discussion on-topic and on-time.<\/h6>\n
Do raise your hand to challenge my opinions or to correct factual errors.<\/h6>\n
Do respect the views of others. As in a good e-mail list, keep\u00a0controversy<\/i>\u00a0to a maximum but\u00a0flaming<\/i>\u00a0to a minimum.<\/h6>\n
Do stand up and move around if the instructor gives you a break.<\/h6>\n
Don\u2019t just sit there when a break is called and check your Facebook account, at least not until after you have walked around a bit. The break is there to get your blood running.<\/h6>\n
Don\u2019t interrupt your fellow students during oral discussion.<\/h6>\n
Equipment<\/strong><\/a><\/h6>\n
Do bring your laptop to every class. Your instructor will let you know exceptions to this rule.<\/h6>\n
Do close your laptop as soon as class begins. Your instructor will tell you when to open it again.<\/h6>\n
Do make use of the various labs on campus, including IMRC, and the Collaborative Media Lab in Fogler Library (features specialized audiovisual equipment and individual rooms) and the Still Water lab across from 420 Chadbourne (for projects related to community and\/or open access).<\/h6>\n
Do\u00a0feel free to use your computer, when allowed by your instructor, for relevant activities like to take notes, to look up Web sites related to an ongoing discussion, or to check a classmate\u2019s project for compatibility with your browser.<\/h6>\n
Don\u2019t\u00a0use your laptop for distracting non-class business like checking email.<\/h6>\n
Don\u2019t use your laptop when your instructor declares a \u201claptop off\u201d period, e.g. to focus on discussion or exams.<\/h6>\n
Personal constraints<\/strong><\/a><\/h6>\n
Do see if you qualify for financial aid for a new laptop. Here\u2019s how:<\/h6>\n
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Ask the Computer Connection to send Velma a quote for the price.<\/h6>\n<\/li>\n
Bring the letter she prepares for dept chair signature to Financial Aid in Wingate Hall.<\/h6>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Note:<\/h6>\n
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If you want a laptop over $2000, it may help if you ask Velma to include the reason you need this in her letter.<\/h6>\n<\/li>\n
This award refunds your purchase when your loan is dispersed. So if you owe a balance on your bill the money will go to that first.<\/h6>\n<\/li>\n
You can only do this once in your college \u2018career\u2019.<\/h6>\n<\/li>\n
For more answers check with Financial Aid at 581-1324.<\/h6>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Do come see me if you have an especially difficult personal constraint\u2013such as your own illness, or children or parents you need to care for. I may not be able to help, but I can probably direct you to someone who can. Students with disabilities can also do an end-run around me and go directly to the office of Ann Smith of Services for Students with Disabilities (581-2319).<\/h6>\n
Don\u2019t wait until these constraints affect your class work, however. By the time the dog ate your DVD, it\u2019s too late to earn my sympathy.<\/h6>\n
\nPOLICIES<\/h5>\n
Academic honesty<\/b><\/a><\/h6>\n
An instructor who has probable cause or reason to believe a student has cheated may act upon such evidence, and should report the case to the supervising faculty member or the Department Chair for appropriate action.<\/h6>\n
Disabilities<\/b><\/a><\/h6>\n
If you have a disability for which you may be requesting an accommodation, please contact Ann Smith, Director of Disabilities Services, 121 East Annex, 581-2319, as early as possible in the term.<\/h6>\n
Discriminatory language<\/b><\/a><\/h6>\n
The University of Maine\u2019s non-sexist language policy may be viewed at: \u00a0 http:\/\/www.umaine.edu\/WIC\/both\/language.htm.<\/h6>\n
Sexual Discrimination Reporting<\/b><\/a><\/h6>\n
The University of Maine is committed to making campus a safe place for students. Because of this commitment, if you tell a teacher about an experience of sexual assault, sexual harassment, stalking, relationship abuse (dating violence and domestic violence), sexual misconduct or any form of gender discrimination involving members of the campus, your teacher is required to report this information to the campus Office of Sexual Assault & Violence Prevention or the Office of Equal Opportunity.<\/h6>\n
If you want to talk in confidence to someone about an experience of sexual discrimination, contact:<\/h6>\n
For confidential resources on campus: Counseling Center: 207-581-1392 or Cutler Health Center: at 207-581-4000.<\/h6>\n
For confidential resources off campus:\u00a0 Rape Response Services: 1-800-310-0000 or Spruce Run: 1-800-863-9909.<\/h6>\n
For non-confidential support services on campus (helpers may have to report the incident to others who can help):<\/h6>\n
Office of Sexual Assault & Violence Prevention: 207-581-1406<\/h6>\n
Office of Community Standards: 207-581-1409<\/h6>\n
University of Maine Police: 207-581-4040 or 911<\/h6>\n
Or see the OSAVP website for a complete list of services at http:\/\/www.umaine.edu\/osavp\/<\/h6>\n
Syllabus Disclaimer<\/b><\/a><\/h6>\n
In the event of an extended disruption of normal classroom activities, the format for this course may be modified to enable its completion within its programmed time frame. In that event, you will be provided an addendum to the syllabus that will supersede this version.<\/h6>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"