Course Description:

In this basic level photography course, learners learn to create a digital visual diary of their Roman experience.  The technical component of the course consists of mastering manual digital camera operation and exposure. 

Learners are introduced to imaging software on the computer and digital output to inkjet printers.  Learners gain an understanding of the aesthetic possibilities of photography through weekly assignments, lectures on important photographers, photo field trips in Rome and visits to contemporary photo exhibits.

There is an on-line component of the course which includes uploading weekly digital photo assignments using Photoshop and to be uploaded to a group website for critiques and feedback through Google drive.

Course Learning Goals:

Required Course Materials and Requirements:

Student Requirements: 

• A DSLR, mirrorless or compact digital camera which allows manual control of ISO, Shutter and Exposure.
• Access to a desktop or laptop computer for storing and editing images.
• Learners are required to download Adobe Editing Software available to them as a free subscription via TU Portal.
• Shooting assignments can only be created during the duration of this class. Images shot prior to the start date of this class are not accepted or considered.
• Limited resources are available for learners who do not have the technology they need for class. Learners with educational technology needs should submit a request outlining their needs to the Chief Academic Officer (mconran @temple.edu). The TUR program endeavors to meet needs, such as with a long-term loan of a laptop, a refurbished computer, etc.

Technology Requirements:

• Headphones
• Webcam
• Recommended Internet Speed: 8mbps download & 5mbps upload. You can test your connection at https://www.speedtest.net
• Please note: Hard-wired connections are more consistent than Wi-Fi for Zoom sessions.

This course requires the use of Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Students can gain access to these materials by visiting the Computer Services Download Site (Links to an external site.).

Students should check their Temple email (Links to an external site.) daily for course updates. 

All students are required to comply with Temple University’s Computer and Network Security Policy (Links to an external site.)

 Accessibility of course technologies

• Canvas (Links to an external site.)
• Zoom
• VoiceThread
• ProctorU
• Proctorio
• GoogleDrive

Instructional Methods:

Online asynchronous and synchronous

Possible Instructional Methods: Readings, video-based lectures, individual activities, discussion boards, virtual Zoom meetings.

Course Communication

To facilitate communication, the university requires you to have an e-mail account ending in @temple.edu.

During the semester, I will generally respond to emails within 24 hours of receiving them during the week and with 48 hours on weekends

Grading Scale

Weighting Details

Rubric
The grade for this course is determined according to the following formula:

Assignment Descriptions:

Assignments: See Canvas for Assignments and Course Schedule for due dates. It is important to configure your Canvas notification settings so you can get class announcements as emails. To do that, go to the "Account" button (upper left on Canvas), then "Notifications".

Shooting Assignment: Learners are required to complete weekly shooting assignments. It is important that you dedicate time to the shooting assignments which are posted via Announcements and uploaded to the class website on Shutterfly.

Quiz: Learners are required to complete a short quiz on the manual functions of the camera.

General Policies

All Temple University Academic Policies (Links to an external site.) will be upheld.

The Information Science & Technology, M.S. website (Links to an external site.) details program expectations.

Course Minimum Grade

Although D- is a passing grade, a minimum grade of C- is required in all courses to complete the program.

For more information, please see Temple University's Academic Policies on Grades and Grading.

Incomplete

A student will be eligible for a grade of “Incomplete” only if he/she: 1) has completed at least 51% of the work at a passing level, 2) is unable to complete the work for a serious reason beyond his or her control, and 3) files a signed agreement with the instructor outlining the work to be completed and the time frame in which that work will be completed. The student is responsible for initiating this process and all incomplete forms must be sent to the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs prior to the start of study days in that semester.  

Please refer to the following for further details: Temple University’s Incomplete Policy (Links to an external site.) (Policy #02.10.13). 

Withdraw from the Course

If a student wishes to withdraw from a course, it is the student’s responsibility to meet the deadline for the last day to withdraw from the current semester

See Temple University's Academic Calendar (Links to an external site.) for withdrawing deadlines and consult the University policy on withdrawals (Links to an external site.) (Policy # 02.10.14). 

Statement on Academic Rights & Responsibilities

Freedom to teach and freedom to learn are inseparable facets of academic freedom. The University has a policy on Student and Faculty Academic Rights and Responsibilities (Links to an external site.) (Policy #03.70.02).

Academic Honesty

According to the University Student Code of Conduct, students must not commit, attempt to commit, aid, encourage, facilitate, or solicit the commission of academic dishonesty and impropriety including plagiarism, academic cheating, and selling lecture notes or other information provided by an instructor without the instructor’s authorization. Violations may result in failing the assignment and/or failing the course, and/or other sanctions as enumerated in the University Code of Conduct (Links to an external site.).

Netiquette

Your instructor and fellow students wish to foster a safe online learning environment. All opinions and experiences, no matter how different or controversial they may be perceived, must be respected in the tolerant spirit of academic discourse. You are encouraged to comment, question, or critique an idea but you are not to attack an individual.

Our differences, some of which are outlined in the University's nondiscrimination statement (Links to an external site.), will add richness to this learning experience. Please consider that sarcasm and humor can be misconstrued in online interactions and generate unintended disruptions. Working as a community of learners, we can build a polite and respectful course atmosphere.

Disability Disclosure Statement

Any student who has a need for accommodation based on the impact of a documented disability should contact Disability Resources and Services (DRS), Ritter Annex 100, (215) 204-1280 or 215-204-1786 (TTY) or drs@temple.edu, to make arrangements. Students requesting accommodations should meet with the instructor as soon as possible after the start of classes to discuss their needs and to provide documentation from DRS. Accommodations are not retroactive.

Additional information regarding accessibility for all technologies used in this course is provided below:

• Canvas  (Links to an external site.)
• Zoom (Links to an external site.)

Technical & Academic Support

For a listing of Academic support services available to Temple University students, see the Academic and Support Services Page.

For a listing of technical support services available to Temple University students, see the Technical Support Page.

Counseling Services

As a student you may experience a range of issues that can cause barriers to learning, such as strained relationships, increased anxiety, substance use, feeling down, difficulty concentrating and/or lack of motivation. These concerns or stressful events may lead to diminished academic performance and ability to participate in daily activities. Counseling services are available to assist you at the Tuttleman Counseling Center (Links to an external site.).

Privacy Policy

• Temple University (Links to an external site.)
• Canvas InstructureLinks to an external site.
• Zoom

Semester Course Schedule