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Focus Academy: 6th Grade Photography

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Ages 10-12
Live Group Course
This engaging online photography class for 6th graders focuses on advanced techniques, including studio lighting and portraiture, fostering creativity and expression! Students will use DSLRs or mirrorless cameras for practice.
Average rating:
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Number of reviews:
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Live video meetings
1x per week, 9 weeks
3-6 learners per class
50 min

What's included

9 live meetings
7 hrs 30 mins in-class hours
Homework
1-2 hours per week. Learners will be encouraged to get out and take more photos in between classes to share at the beginning of every class.
Letter Grade
included

Class Experience

US Grade 6
Beginner - Advanced Level
In this 9-week photography course for 6th graders, students will learn the fundamentals of manual camera settings, such as aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. They will explore how these settings work together to control exposure, create depth, and capture movement. Throughout the course, learners will photograph weather phenomena, the night sky, and local landscapes, while also recreating historical scenes through the lens of their camera. The course integrates photography with English, math, science, and social studies, offering a creative and well-rounded learning experience.

This live, interactive class is designed to give 6th-grade students their first experience with manual camera settings. Students will learn to control aperture, shutter speed, and ISO through demonstrations, guided practice, and fun photography challenges. Each week, learners will focus on different aspects of photography, such as composition techniques, capturing fast or slow movements, and using depth of field to emphasize specific subjects. They will also delve into science by photographing weather changes and celestial objects, and practice historical documentation through photography.

In addition to live lessons on Zoom, students will share their photos with classmates in group discussions and receive personalized feedback on their work. The class will end with a photography showcase, allowing learners to display their favorite photos taken throughout the course.

This course encourages students to take creative control of their photography, enabling them to tell stories and document the world around them through their own lens.

This course is part of the Focus Academy series offering a complete and comprehensive photography curriculum for all grade levels, Kindergarten through 12th grade. All of these courses meet grade-level academic standards for photography and integrate other art, English, math, science, and social studies skills. Learners can begin at any grade level or take the courses in sequence. 

Focus for 6th Grade Photography: Introduction to Manual Camera Settings

Photography Skill: Understanding and using manual camera settings (aperture, shutter speed, ISO)

English Skill: Writing short stories and essays based on photographs
Math Skill: Ratios and proportions (aperture settings, exposure triangle)
Science Skill: The solar system and weather phenomena (photographing the sky, clouds, stars)
Social Studies Skill: Historical documentation through photography (recreating historical scenes)

Learning Goals

Learners will understand and apply manual camera settings (aperture, shutter speed, and ISO) to achieve desired photographic effects.
Learners will explore composition techniques such as the rule of thirds, leading lines, and balance to create visually engaging images.

Syllabus

9 Lessons
over 9 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Introduction to Manual Mode
 Understanding Aperture, Shutter Speed, ISO 
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Composition
 Rule of Thirds, Leading Lines, and Balance 
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Depth of Field
 Using Aperture to Control Focus 
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Capturing Movement
 Experimenting with Shutter Speed 
50 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Learning Needs
With a Master's in Special Education, Erika designs our courses to support diverse learners. Our hands-on, interactive lessons foster engagement, and we are open to accommodating any specific needs to ensure to ensure success.
Supply List
Camera - DSLR, Mirrorless, or point & shoot with manual settings for ISO, aperture, and shutter speed
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

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Teacher expertise and credentials
Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Erika Hatfield
Master's Degree in Education from Western Governors University
Erika Hatfield
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Phoenix
Erika Hatfield
Erika is a Certified Professional Photographer with the Professional Photographers of America, and she holds two degrees in education. Her experience combines practical photography skills with a strong educational foundation, allowing us to create engaging, interactive lessons that encourage learners to express their creativity through photography. Our goal is to inspire students to explore their artistic vision while mastering essential photography techniques.

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