How are all cameras alike? Why do some photographs intrigue us more than others? In this interdisciplinary series of programs, middle school students are introduced to the science and art behind this extremely popular form of visual communication. Accompanying materials include in-program activity guides as well as teaching extensions for getting students launched on their own photographic projects.Program One: How does a Camera Work? Working in teams, students will dissect and diagram a simple disposable camera to gain an understanding of light energy, optics, and the shared components all cameras use to record an image.
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40-60 minutes
Education: Grade(s) 5, 6, 7, 8
1
30
Fine Arts, Language Arts/English, Sciences
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Cleveland Museum of Art
Cleveland, Ohio United States
Lessons are designed for grades Pre-K–12 and are designed to support standards.
Contact: Arielle Levine alevine@clevelandart.org 12167072688
1. Open with a class discussion on different types of cameras familiar to students.2. Discuss significance of camera parts (body, lens, film).3. Camera dissection activity.4. Compare and contrast disposable cameras to digital.5. Answer remaining questions.
1. Students will learn that a non-digital camera consists of three basic parts: an optical component (lens), a mechanical component (camera body) and a chemical component (film).2. Students will identify the interior and exterior elements through dissection of a disposable 35mm camera and learn the function of the lens, aperture, shutter, shutter release and viewfinder.3. Students will learn how to handle and operate a camera safely
All programs are aligned with the National Education Standards, Ohio Department of Education Academic Standards, and New York State Learning Standards.