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Ms. Valle from Santa Fe NM is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

LifeskillsLens: DSLR Cameras for Practical Learning and Skills Development

Help me give my students DSLR camera that offers immersive and practical learning experiences.

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“ LifeskillsLens" is a project aimed at incorporating DSLR cameras into lifeskills classes to facilitate practical learning and skills development.The goals for students include enhancing creativity, improving problem-solving abilities, and developing critical thinking skills through hands-on photography exercises. By using cameras, students can learn essential lifeskills such as communication, teamwork, time management, and attention to detail in a fun and engaging way. Additionally, mastering photography techniques can boost confidence and provide valuable vocational skills for potential career paths in the creative industry. In implementing the DSLR cameras into curriculum, careful planning is essential to maximize their educational potential. The project involves designing structured lesson plans that integrate photography exercises tailored to each lifeskill being taught. These exercises could range from collaborative photo assignments to individual creative projects, all aimed at fostering specific lifeskills. Additionally, hands-on workshops and tutorials on camera operation, composition techniques, and post-processing skills will be conducted to ensure students gain proficiency with the equipment and enhance their technical abilities. Furthermore, the project will emphasize the importance of ethical considerations, such as obtaining consent for photography subjects and respecting privacy rights, instilling values of responsibility and professionalism in students' creative endeavors. Through a well-rounded approach to using DSLR cameras, LifeskillsLens aims also provide students with a comprehensive learning experience that equips them with both practical skills and ethical principles for their personal and professional growth.

Ms. Valle
Grades 9-12

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Canon - EOS Rebel T7 DSLR Video Two Lens Kit with EF-S 18-55mm and EF 75-300mm Lenses • Best Buy Education $607.07 1 $607.07

Materials cost

$607.07

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.11

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$646.18

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$114.03

Total project goal

$760.21

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$760.21

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$760.21

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