TTNY-CH6

=Graphics, Digital Media, and Multimedia=


 * Objectives:[[image:itgsatschs-2011/Fig06-pg189.png width="317" height="266" align="right"]]**
 * 1) **Explain the difference between painting software, image-processing software, drawing software, and 3-D modeling software**
 * 2) **Explain effective techniques for improving the quality of slides prepared with presentation-graphics software**
 * 3) **Describe how digital technology is used in video and audio production today**
 * 4) **Describe how data compression works**
 * 5) **Describe several present and future applications for multimedia technology**

=Project I: Graphic Arts (1)=

Option A: Design an ITGS logo specifically for SCHS. Incorporate either our mascot, letters, colors, or any combination to design the logo. Here are two good resources on how to design a good logo (LINK or LINK).

Option B: Design an ITGS T-Shirt. The shirt will need both a design on the front and the back. (LINK & )

In both cases, some design skills are needed. To catch up on some elements of design, do a quick research on what good design is. Here's a short read to get you started (LINK)

=Project II: Graphic Arts (2)=

You are to create an album cover - either a vinyl cover or a CD cover. You will need to research the dimension of the artwork that is used for either one. Using Photoshop, Illustrator, or a combination of both (along with any other resource that you want), you will create your own album cover.

The cover must include the following:
 * 1) An image of yourself that has been photo-shopped and used in the album cover
 * 2) Your artist name (either independent or band)
 * 3) The name of the album
 * 4) At least 5 colors or 3 shades of gradient

Aside from those 4 requirements, the cover can be up to you. Be sure to save your files somewhere secure. Your final project needs to be saved as a PDF and in your Dropbox folder by the due date to receive full credit.

=Project III: Power PowerPoints Presentations (Project Practice)=

Over the course of the next 2-6 weeks, you will work with individual teachers from SCHS to create a powerful PowerPoint presentation. As you know, we (as teachers, businessmen, and students) use PowerPoint to convey a message. Simple PowerPoint presentations aren't enough. To truly engage the audience, a PowerPoint has to have something special. Use pg. 202 as a reference guide to get you started on how to create a PowerPoint for your associated individual. Sign-ups will take place in class and will be a "first-come-first-serve" basis.

In addition, here are a couple of links to read over which offer more advice on how to create a powerful PowerPoint presentation:
 * POWERPOINT TUTORIALS
 * LINK
 * LINK
 * LINK

To begin, when you accept this position, you'll have to take ownership of the task - meaning, put yourself in the shoes of the teacher/individual. Assume you are the one giving the presentation and this will allow you to think about the project in a new light. Secondly, treat this project as if it were your Internal Assessment. We will complete all forms necessary to assume this is our Internal Assessment and you'll be graded on it accordingly.

You will need to start reviewing the Internal Assessment procedures. Please use the links to the left to do so. All procedures are expected to be followed. Begin working on it immediately. You'll have to meet the needs and deadlines of your instructor. Good luck