NECC 2006 Workshop

Technology Integration in the Middle School Curriculum with Photoshop Elements 4.0
Thursday, July 6 12:30-3:30
Omni Grand Ballroom A

Presenter: Sara Martin, Adobe Education Leader
and Technology Coordinator and Instructor
Hart-Ransom School
Modesto, California

Class Objectives

This workshop will offer hands-on training on the use of Photoshop Elements, including specific ideas that integrate technology with middle school curriculum and standards. The goal is for teachers to return to their schools and teach their students this program via the lesson ideas presented.

Hour 1: Photoshop Elements Basics

 

Topics covered:

  • Selection Tools
  • Layers and Shapes
  • Text and Filters
  • Styles and Effects
  • Drawing tools
  • Digital Art

Tutorials:

Hour 2: Digital Images

Topics Covered:

  • Photo Editing
  • Digital Picture Repair
  • Digital picture Art/Filters
  • Composite Pictures
  • Changing psd file formats

Files needed:

Tutorials

Hour 3: Integrated Lessons for Middle School and/or Personal Projects

 

 

Topics Covered:

  • Integrated Lesson Ideas
  • Sample Lesson (metaphor)

Files needed:

Tutorials:

Photoshop Elements Links
Integrating Technology in the Sixth Grade Curriculum-Website developed in Educational Technology Masters Program

 Adobe Digital Kids Club-Lessons and Activities

 
Contact Sara Martin