Course No. CSIX 9016
# of Credits: 3 Semester Hours of Credit*
Cost: $95 per credit with all materials)
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This course is conducted entirely by email. With the advent of digital, filmless photography, it is easier now than ever to integrate photography into the classroom. But since a picture says a million words, the problem of making a picture that depicts what you wish to teach with impact and effectiveness is still an age-old problem. In this course, you will learn how to take better photographs and how to manipulate the images. It is conducted entirely by e-mail and is for beginners or those wishing to relearn the basics using a PC with Windows XP. A basic understanding of computers, the Internet and e-mail attachments is necessary. A free 30-day trial version of Adobe Photoshop® Elements will be provided; however, Picasa2, which is a free editing program by Google, may also be used. All assignments are submitted electronically and as they are performed.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR: John La Ferlita has spent the last 30 years teaching photography. He has an MFA in Photography from the Rhode Island School of Design. The reason he began teaching photography is that he felt there was too much emphasis on the technical aspects of photography and not enough on the creative aspects, light and composition. In 1987 he introduced his college students to the world of digital image making. Since PhotoShop® was introduced, he has told his students to use the parts of the program that will help them make a more interesting image. Photoshop replaces the darkroom.

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*CREDIT: Semester hours of non-degree Professional Development Credit is offered through LMU. Students meeting course syllabus requirements earn a grade on their transcript of CR (credit). Students not meeting requirements earn a grade of NC (no credit). Professional Development Credit is not applicable toward any undergraduate or graduate degree at Loyola Marymount University. Courses are designed for student with baccalaureate degrees and appropriate teaching credentials. Course credit may be used for some professional advancement requirements, such as salary movement and recertification credits. Check with your school district regarding course eligibility for credit under standard requirements for independent study, as tuition is non-refundable.