Why and How: Incorporating Photography in Science Lessons
Technical Details: Cameras and Digital Images
The following resources are the outgrowth of the work of Dr. Leslie Bradbury, Dr. Lisa Gross, and Mr. Jeff Goodman on the use of digital photography in the context of the science classroom. This work was supported by a Successful Application of Learning Technology (SALT) grant from Appalachian State University's Reich College of Education.
Why and How: Incorporating Photography in Science Lessons |
Technical Details: Cameras and Digital Images |
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| Digital images can serve as a starting point for discussion of science content, as a means of data collection, and as a tool for student assessment. Click below for ideas about using photography in the science classroom, as well as examples of student work. | While digital cameras have become commonplace in our society, there are a number of technical factors that can affect the usefulness of digital photographs in the context of science lessons. Click below to learn more about using your camera as a science tool, including how to take clear, well-lit, and focused images, and how to adjust your camera and save images for maximum utility. |
