High School Media Arts Course
Immerse yourself in the dynamic and ever-evolving world of media arts with Excel High School's comprehensive Media Arts class. This course offers you an insightful exploration of the history and present-day significance of media arts, intertwining practical knowledge with the theoretical foundations that have shaped our modern digital landscape. As an "Arts and Design" course, it is a springboard for understanding and creating within the multifaceted domains of digital media, from the intricacies of web design to the creative nuances of audio and video production.
Throughout this engaging online class, you will uncover the basic principles that underpin digital media arts. Discover the versatility of photography, the storytelling prowess of animation, and the immersive nature of audio/video production. Whether you're aiming to deepen your appreciation of the media arts or seeking a pathway to a career in this creative industry, this course offers the building blocks you need. With hands-on activities and real-world applications, you'll not only develop a keen understanding of media arts but also gain practical skills that are increasingly in demand in today's tech-driven society.
EHS Media Arts
Course Syllabus
In this day and age, media arts are everywhere. This course provides an engaging introduction to the history and practical applications of media arts in our everyday lives. This is an “Arts and Design” course, and students will learn the basic concepts of digital media, web design, photography, audio/video production, animation, and other relevant applications used in today’s modern society. This course may enhance a student’s appreciation for the media they use every day, or it may even spark an interest in working with media arts as a career option.
Textbook:EHS Media Arts - © Excel Education Systems, Inc. - 2021
Course Objectives:
- Briefly describe the history of print, design, and media.
- Explain the five key principles of design and how they are used.
- Describe the fundamentals and applications of digital media and web design.
- List and describe the applications of various web-based tools used in blogs and wikis.
- Describe the history and application of various media arts, such as: photography, video, animation, and audio/video production.
Course Contents
- Module 1: What are Media Arts?
- Module 2: The Basics of Design
- Module 3: Digital Media and Web Design
- Module 4: The "Web 2.0"
- Module 5: Waves and Sound
- Module 6: Intro to Photography
- Module 7: Video Basics
- Module 8: Intro to Animation
- Module 9: Audio/Video Production
Grading Scale
A = 90-100%
B = 80-89%
C = 70-79%
D = 60-69%
F = under 59%
Grade Weighting
Unit Quizzes.........................35%
Writing Assignments.........35%
Mid-Term/Final Exams......30%
Total.......................................100%
How Much Does It Cost?
$225
per course
Standard high school courses are priced at an affordable $225 each. This cost-effective rate makes quality education accessible for every student.
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Single course options at Excel High School range in price depending on their difficulty. Single course prices are below:
- Standard High School Courses: $225
- Honors High School Courses: $325
- (AP) High School Courses: $599
Step Five
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