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Mr. Puod from Tohajiilee NM is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Through the Lens: Empowering Students with Photography

Help me give my students a camera because they are ready to capture the world and tell their stories through the power of photography.

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A DSLR camera will significantly enhance student learning in the "Through the Lens" project by providing several advantages over basic cameras or smartphones:

Image Quality: DSLRs capture higher-resolution photos with better low-light performance.

This allows students to explore details, lighting techniques, and composition at a professional level, fostering a deeper understanding of photography.

Manual Controls: DSLRs offer manual controls for aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. Mastering these controls empowers students to become active storytellers, not just point-and-shoot observers. They'll gain a grasp of how these elements work together to create specific visual effects.

Interchangeable Lenses: DSLRs allow for using different lenses like telephoto for zooming or wide-angle for capturing landscapes. This opens doors for students to experiment with various photographic styles and explore diverse subjects.

Overall, a DSLR camera elevates the project from a basic introduction to photography to a platform for serious artistic exploration and technical learning.

This project will allow students to learn to see the world through a photographer's lens, fostering creativity and a unique perspective. Through practical application, students will gain valuable technical skills like composition, lighting, and camera operation. Taking photos, critiquing their work, and potentially showcasing it publicly builds confidence and hones communication skills through visual storytelling. Photography requires problem-solving to capture the desired image. Students will learn to analyze a scene, adjust settings, and make creative decisions.

Mr. Puod
Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Canon - EOS 90D DSLR Camera with EF-S 18-135mm Lens - Black • Best Buy Education $1,617.93 1 $1,617.93
Video Tripod, COMAN 74" Professional Heavy Duty Camera Tripods with Quick Release Plate and 360° Fluid Head, Tall Travel Tripod Stand for DSLR, Camcorder, Aluminum Twin Tube Leg, Max Load:17.6lbs/8Kg • Amazon Business $125.99 1 $125.99
Ape Case? Compact DSLR Holster, Black • Quill.com $32.39 1 $32.39

Materials cost

$1,776.31

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Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$26.64

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,832.95

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$323.46

Total project goal

$2,156.41

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Total project goal

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