Vocabulary Development - Senior Secondary 1 - Key vocabulary related to Photography

Key vocabulary related to Photography

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TERM: 3RD TERM

WEEK: 8
CLASS: Senior Secondary School 1
AGE: 15 years
DURATION: 1 period of 40 minutes
DATE:
TOPIC: Vocabulary Development (Words Associated with Photography)
CONTENT: Key Vocabulary related to Photography
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: By the end of the lesson, learners should be able to:
a. Identify common vocabulary words associated with photography
b. Use the vocabulary in sentences related to photography
c. Discuss different types of cameras and photography-related tools

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Demonstration, Group Activities, Hands-on Learning
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS:

  • Real photography tools (tripod, camera, lenses)
  • Pictures of different types of cameras
  • Flashcards with photographic terms
  • Examples of photographs (prints, portraits, etc.)

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

Introduction
The teacher introduces the topic of photography by explaining its importance and its related vocabulary. Words such as tripod, lens, film, exposure, negative, print, portrait, darkroom, etc., are explained.
Learners observe and take notes.

 

Demonstration
The teacher shows real photography tools (tripod, camera, lenses) and explains their uses. The teacher shows photographs, discussing the types and technical terms.
Learners listen, observe, and handle the photography tools.

Explanation
The teacher explains each photographic term and uses them in sentences. The teacher also shows examples of different types of cameras.
Learners practice using the new words in sentences.

 

Group Work
The teacher divides the class into groups and assigns each group a type of photograph (e.g., portrait, passport photo, landscape) to discuss and describe using the vocabulary learned.
Learners work in groups, discuss, and create descriptions of their assigned photograph types.

 

Evaluation

  1. Identify three words associated with photography and explain their meaning.
  2. Write a sentence using each of the identified words.
    Learners write their responses on the board. Teacher provides feedback.

 

Classwork
Learners write a short paragraph describing a photograph they’ve taken, using at least five vocabulary words from the lesson.
Learners complete the assignment individually.

 

Assignment
Learners will take a photograph at home and write a short description of it, using at least five photography-related words from the lesson.
Learners complete the assignment at home.

 

Conclusion
The teacher marks the learners' work, provides feedback, and encourages learners to explore photography further.
Learners listen to feedback and reflect on their learning.