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PHOTO 156 - Photography II - Geir Foshaug

Course:Photography II
Professor:Geir Foshaug
Email:Geir.Foshaug@canyons.edu
Format:
  • Online
Course Length:
  • 8 Week

Introduction

Portrait of instructor, Geir Foshaug

Hi and welcome!

My name is Geir (pronounced guy'er) Foshaug, and I will be taking you through this fully online, Photography II, course.

I hope you are excited and ready to explore concept development and creative processes!
Through a thematic approach you will build a cohesive body of work that begins to explore and establish your personal photographic style.

My goal for this class is for each of you to grow and improve your photographic and critical thinking skills. The more feedback you receive, the more you will have to consider - which is always a good thing! Therefore it will be very important that you also be generous with your peers in giving your interpretation and opinion on their work. Both in order to practice this skill as a way of thinking critically and reflecting/improving on your own work, but also to give your peers the best possible chance of success.

I'm excited to see your work, and for the class to collectively contribute to the growth and improvement of each others work this semester! 

Course Description

Refines and builds upon the fundamental concepts and techniques of photography and camera RAW, integrating basic concept development and execution of the creative process through a thematic approach.

What to Expect in this Course

What to Expect in this Course

The course will require approximately 10-12 hours of time per week and your weekly presence on the class discussion board is required.

This course is divided into learning modules.  Each module is approximately one week in length. Generally, for each module you can expect to complete the following coursework:

  • Review online lectures
  • Complete one photo assignment
  • Participate in one online critique
  • Take an online module quiz

You should be computer literate, with at least basic knowledge of internet navigation and email procedures.  The college can only provide minimal technological support. 

The course will be delivered through Canvas – click here for information about the learning management system at COC. 

Email: Student E-mail - In order to comply with FERPA, correspondence with the college not coming from COC your student email account will be disregarded. I will be sending out announcements through the course site and you will miss important information if you forget to check your email. Certain e-mail providers will either block or forward emails automatically to a bulk mail folder. Please double check that course email communications are not in your spam folder.

Types of Assessments

Photographic Assignments
Critiques
Quizzes
Extra credit opportunities

Textbook Information

Photography / Edition 12
by
Barbara London, Jim Stone, John Upton
Pearson
20169780134482026

Other Relevant Course Information

For this course you will need a reliable computer with Adobe CC installed.


Additional Resources

Canvas

This course can be accessed on the first day of class via Canvas at https://coc.instructure.com. Log into Canvas using your CanyonsID single sign-on:

  • CanyonsID Username is your COC student email address (Ex: username@my.canyons.edu)
  • CanyonsID Password is your COC student email password

Please visit the Get to Know Your Online Classroom page for help logging into Canvas and for tips on using Canvas and Zoom. Canvas Chat Support is also available 24/7 for any Canvas related issues.

Online Education

Check out the Online Education website for more information on a variety of topics that can help you be a successful online student such as: exam proctoring, learning styles, computer skills, and tips for student success. If this is your first online course, feel free to take our online learning readiness assessment to assess your skills.

The Learning Center (TLC)

The TLC provides FREE online tutoring resources to COC students!

Academic Accommodation Center (AAC)

College of the Canyons AAC provides educational services and access for eligible students with documented disabilities who intend to pursue coursework at COC. A variety of programs and services are available which afford eligible students with disabilities the opportunity to participate fully in all aspects of the college programs and activities through appropriate and reasonable accommodations. For more information on their services visit the Academic Accomodation Center website.

Online Counseling

The Counseling Department offers appointments online. You can schedule an appointment by visiting the Online Counseling website. Counselors can help you map out a plan to reach your educational goals as well as advise you on course selection and registration.

Management of Stress and Mental Health

Often the pressure on our students is very strong, involving academic commitments, relationships, outside jobs and family pressure to name a few. The staff and faculty of College of the Canyons are here to see you succeed academically and care about your emotional and physical health. You can learn more about the broad range of confidential student services, including counseling and mental health services available on campus by visiting the Student Health & Wellness Center in the Student Services Building (across from the bookstore). The phone number is 661-362-3259 that you can call 24/7. You can also e mail for an appointment at StudentHealthCenter@canyons.edu. At the Canyon Country Campus the Health Center will be in the new Student Services Building.

Also, the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline number is now 988. All students at COC are encouraged to enter that phone number in their cells. You can call it when you, or someone you know, is having thoughts of suicide or is in severe distress.

You can also now use the Crisis Text Line: Just text "Courage" to 741741. Someone will get back to you immediately. Its free, 24/7, and confidential.

Veterans Resource Center

The College of the Canyons Veterans Resource Center is a department within the Student Services Division at the college, created to help veterans and veteran dependents with applying to College of the Canyons, enrolling in classes, and requesting VA Education or Vocational Benefits. For more information please visit the Veterans Resource Center website, email veterans@canyons.edu or phone (661) 362-3469.

Library

The Library provides live online and in-person research help, access to a full range of e-resources and physical materials that support the curriculum, individual and group study areas, and much more!

Last updated: 10/25/2021 Sub#: 1038