Year 8 Digital Futures

LENGTH OF COURSE: Semester Only

ASSUMED BACKGROUND: Nil

CURRICULUM CHARGES: Nil

CONTENT
Course content will be a selection of the following:

Process and production skills: Developing understanding and skills in a range of Digital Technologies including Graphics Programs such as Photoshop, LEGO Robotics, Game and App Design for Mobile Devices and
3D Printing.

Investigating and designing: How Software, File Types, Mechanical Systems and Programming can be used to create Digital Products.

Evaluating: Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of designed products. Collaborating and managing: Plan and manage individual and team projects with some autonomy.

ASSESSMENT TYPES

Production and process skills:
Ability to create digital products by combining learned technologies and techniques.

Knowledge and Understanding:
Design portfolio and evaluation.