Grades 5-8: Art + Science Series: How Does a Camera Work?

CILC
Art + Science Series - Photography Program One: How does a Camera Work?
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Cleveland Museum of Art 2007-08
Contact Information
Dale Hilton
11150 East Boulevard
Cleveland, OH 44106
United States
Phone: (216) 707-2491 Fax: (216) 421-9277
Program Type
Program SeriesThis is part one or a two-part series. You may request both lessons, or either lesson individually.
Program Rating
This program has not yet been evaluated.
Target Audience
Education: Grade(s): 5, 6, 7, 8
Primary Disciplines
Fine Arts, Language Arts/English, Sciences
Program Description
How are all cameras alike? Why do some photographs intrigue us more than others? In this interdisciplinary series of programs, middle school students are introduced to the science and art behind this extremely popular form of visual communication. Accompanying materials include in-program activity guides as well as teaching extensions for getting students launched on their own photographic projects.Program One: How does a Camera Work? Working in teams, students will dissect and diagram a simple disposable camera to gain an understanding of light energy, optics, and the shared components all cameras use to record an image.
Program Format
not available at this time
Objectives
1. Students will learn that a non-digital camera consists of three basic parts: an optical component (lens), a mechanical component (camera body) and a chemical component (film).2. Students will identify the interior and exterior elements through dissection of a disposable 35mm camera and learn the function of the lens, aperture, shutter, shutter release and viewfinder.3. Students will learn how to handle and operate a camera safely
National Standards to which this program aligns
All programs are aligned with the National Education Standards, Ohio Department of Education Academic Standards, and New York State Learning Standards.
State Standards to which this program aligns
All programs are aligned with the National Education Standards, Ohio Department of Education Academic Standards, and New York State Learning Standards.
Program Length
40-60 minutes
By Request
This program is available by request/on demand ONLY
Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees
By Request/On Demand Cost: $135.00
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Program Fee Notes
* All payments must be made within 30 days of registration.* Purchase orders are due within 10 days of registration* Bulk discounts available* Multi-point discounts available
Cancellation Policy
Programs are non-refundable, however cancellations due to technical difficulties, school closings, or those received 48 hours in advance may be rescheduled for no additional charge. Rescheduling is subject to availability.
Is video taping allowed?
No
The Provider broadcasts over
IP
Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider

Sites can connect to the CMA directly via IP - all other connections (ISDN, IHETS, Vision Athena) must be bridged.Schools are required to dial into the CMA. Please state connection speed on registration form. CMA can connect from 384 kbps up to 3 mbps speed.
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