Graphic Design

Grab a seat in the middle - we will start off with a bit of a chat

General Info - Rules - FAQ's - Etc

• Introductory Graphics class using Adobe Photoshop Elements - Macromedia Dreaweaver - and potentially Flash, Fireworks and Premeire (based on class and individual ablity)
• Our clock for the class will be the computer clock - class is not over until the computer clock says so.
• I will give a 3 minute "warning" before class will end - at that time you can begin shutting down and putting away your gear -

GRADING- Student's assignments are graded on a scale of 1-5. General criteria for each are listed below:

5 Generally a perfect performance that would be acceptable in the work place.

3 Assignment illustrates knowledge of content but needs revisions.

1 Assignment would be unacceptable in the work place because of writing errors (grammar, spelling) or lack of effort.

REDO POLICY- All assignments may be redone for a higher grade

• This policy is to reinforce continued improvement of projects as would occur in a successful business environment.
  • We also wish to promote students learning from his or her own mistakes.
• Students can redo an assignment within the proper grading window as many times as they would like in order to receive a higher grade.
• To get an assignment regraded, a student must send an email to the teacher that the assignment has been redone and request that it be regraded.

Because of the redo policy and availability of computers, all work submitted is expected to have perfect spelling and grammar.

INCOMPLETE POLICY- Graphic Design requires that all assignments be turned in to receive a grade.

• Missing assignments at the end of any grading period will not be graded and the grade will reflect accordingly.
• Any assignment that is not properly linked will be considered missing, I will not go looking in your folders for them.
• Incomplete's that are not made up in the specified time for each grading period will turn to F's.

The incomplete policy is designed to reflect the same requirement that all tasks be completed in the work place, as well as enhance student success.

COMPUTER USE- Each Graphics student will have use of a computer while in class. Because many students use the same computers, it is expected that students do not make any system changes. Changes desired for work related to academic learning may be discussed with the instructors but must not be made without permission. In addition, computers should not be used for anything that does not contribute to student's formal education at Crater High School. Students who bring in their own computers must set them up in designated areas only and obey the same responsible use policies as required on computers owned by School District 6.

Remember every site you visit, every email you send, and every key stroke you make while logged in is recorded and can be traced by our tech department. You may think it is fun and a joke to try to skirt boundaries and outsmart the Tech Department but keep in mind, that makes you a hacking student and they are a professional Tech Department. Students have lost computer privilages, and even been prosecuted for violating computer use policies.

• Do not put any software on our computers that we have not provided to you (this includes the newest version of Adobe that you burned from your connection in Holland, movies, anime, cartoons, games, and anything else).
• If you change your settings in class - change them back before you leave.
• Don't lock your computer and then leave - it will be restarted.
• Games are not allowed on computers in the lab, ever not even if you are finished with an assignment.
• If you are listening to music on the computer you must use headphones.

FOOD & DRINK- Food and drink are acceptable if consumed responsibly. Obviously, students should clean up their own wrappers, cans, and spills and avoid consumption of food and drink where it can be accidentally spilled on equipment. Food and drink is acceptable with consumed in an appropriate manner.

HOODS and CELL PHONES - Hoods may not be worn in class this is SCHOOL policy and is enforced by the administration. Turn your cell phone to vibrate and put it in your pocket - you can go an hour without texting your ma or loved one(s).

Graphic Design Students -

How to Login - All students, even if you are a returning student

• Last name student id # (no spaces, all lower case)
• Password – first name (all lower case)
• You will then be prompted to change your password
• **note** if you are unable to login – please give Craft your full name and student

Second – Open up the Internet to cratercomets.com

• Click on the Schools button and click on BIS link
• On the left margin in Teacher Portfolios,
  • click Ron Craft to go to my home page,
    • click Graphic Design Trimester 1 Agenda
    • every assignment from our class will be listed here – I advise you to bookmark this page under your favorites.

Third – Open up Macromedia Dreamweaver

• Start>all programs> Macromedia

Fourth – Open up Photoshop Elements

• Start>all programs>

Fifth – Hang in there for instructions