COMPETENCY 002

THE MASTER TECHNOLOGY TEACHER:

The Master Technology Teacher knows and applies basic strategies and techniques for using graphics and animation.

THE MASTER TECHNOLOGY TEACHER:

Knows basic elements of graphic design and how to apply these concepts to communicate effectively and assist students and educators in the creation of products.

PROPORTION The relation of

one part to another or to the whole with respect to magnitude, quantity, or degree

BALANCE An

aesthetically pleasing integration of elements

COLOR An interesting

element of design because it can be applied to any other element, changing it dramatically. It can be used to make an image stand out, and to evoke emotion.

VARIETY Variety

consists of the differences in objects that add interest to a visual image.

EMPHASIS In design

provides the focal point for the piece. It is a way of making the element that is most important stand out in the design

HARMONY In visual

design means all parts of the visual image relate to and complement each other

SYMMETRY Correspondenc

e in size, shape, and relative position of parts on opposite sides of a dividing line

UNITY the relationship

among the elements of a visual that helps all the elements function together. It gives a sense of oneness to a visual image. In other words, the words and the images work together to create meaning.

THE MASTER TECHNOLOGY TEACHER:

Demonstrates knowledge of basic concepts related to computer animation.

STORYBOARDING A panel or series

of panels on which a set of sketches is arranged depicting consecutively the important changes of scene and action in a series of shots

TIMELINE A schedule of

activities or events

COLOR An interesting

element of design because it can be applied to any other element, changing it dramatically. It can be used to make an image stand out, and to evoke emotion.

DEPTH A great way to

add emphasis to particular elements

LAYERS Images or

effects overlaid on top of one another

FRAMES A single step

in a sequence of programmed instructions

KEY FRAMES a drawing which

defines the starting and ending points of any smooth transition

TWEENING An animation

technique that, based on starting and ending shapes, creates the necessary "in between" frames

THE MASTER TECHNOLOGY TEACHER:

Knows techniques for editing, manipulating and changing sounds that have been captured from a variety of sources.

SOUND SOURCES audio CD tape microphone

THE MASTER TECHNOLOGY TEACHER:

Uses appropriate digital editing tools and design principles to import and edit images from a variety of sources.

IMAGES Encyclopedias Databases Image libraries

THE MASTER TECHNOLOGY TEACHER:

Knows how to define the design attributes and requirements of products created for a variety of purposes.

CREATING PRODUCTS Posters Stationery Brochures Slide shows Web pages Multimedia

presentations.