p180 #2 jp

The use of integrating digital imaging is an ideas that would work well in the curriculum I teach. Much like art, where the use of digital images is limitless, materials processing (wood working) can incorporate the same use and results. For example:

• Step-by-step modeling of project and the students progress
• New project introduction
• Identification of: tools, equipment, wood species, old hand tools and equipment
• A portfolio of student work
• Use of documenting student work for competitions
• History of woodworking
• Power point presentations
• Photo story presentations
• Presentation of previous student work
• Safety perhaps showing non severe injuries or equipment breakdown (malfunction)

I would have to investigate the copy right laws as well as release forms for students before use of downloaded pictures.

The school I teach at has digital cameras available, as well as digital camcorders. Another technology education teacher has started a digital photography club this year, and I'm sure that she would be willing to help out of I had any questions. I have in the past used some photos to document class work and donated materials, but I have not pursued it fully as to be a assest to the course.