Objective

To learn about graphic styles throughout history and the influences that contributed to these styles. To collect reference materials for future use.

Secondary objectives

To utilize Powerpoint as a presentation tool.

Description

Using Powerpoint, design a 15-minute presentation about one of the major graphic styles in design history. Your presentation must include examples of the style not in the slide lectures or the textbook and a bibliography of your references. The style choices are as follows:

Procedure

1. CHOOSE YOUR STYLE: Review the slide lectures for this class (also reference the Graphic Styles Timeline handout). Determine which styles you would like to make a presentation on. "Claim" your top three choices by making a post in Angel's Homework Assignment #1. I will do my best to accommodate your preferences (but I can not guarantee that you will get your top choices). Consideration will be given to the order your posts appear in Angel (so don't delay).

2. BACKGROUND RESEARCH: Read the textbook chapter(s) relating to your graphic style (see Homework Assignments). What world events contributed to this style? What other cultural influences may have affected this style? What style came before this style? How did this style influence other styles to come? Who were the influential designers who designed in this style?

3. IN-DEPTH RESEARCH: Find books, periodicals and/or Internet resources about your graphic style. Look specifically for additional visual examples that are not in the textbook or slide lectures. Be sure to include significant players who contributed to this style. What other information can you add that was not included in the slide lecture or your textbook? Prepare a bibliography of your sources (you must use at least one non-Internet source).

4. DESIGNING THE PRESENTATION: Scan or download images for your presentation. Write notes for your presentation in bulleted format. Organize your information and sequence it in a logical manner. Format your presentation using Powerpoint (you must include your references). Refine your presentation until your are happy with it.

5. GIVING THE PRESENTATION: Your presentation is due by 8 am of the date shown above. Upload your PowerPoint file to the discussion. Because this is an online class, you will not be accompanying your slides with oral commentary. Make sure every important point is on the slides. Be prepared to answer questions about the presentation.

6. GRADING: Submit your Powerpoint in Angel's drop box for grading.

Note: Late presentations will not be accepted.