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DSLR Remote Lesson Podcast
I am always looking for new strategies and technology to use to engage students into the lesson. For my last depth of field lesson, I used an app for the iPad called DSLR Remote HD. This app allows you to view, remotely fire, and control the various features on a DSLR camera.
When teaching this lesson, I only had access to one Canon 5D Mark II and one iPad 2 device. For that reason, I used the app to assist the students in understanding how the aperture, shutter and ISO affect the exposure, but more importantly the depth of field.
In the video below, you will see how I provided the students with a brief introduction to the lesson, a recap of what we did the day before, as well as a look into the next lesson. During the lecture, I used oral questioning techniques to engage the students. Instead of just telling them the information, I allowed the students to guide the discussion.
The students were asked to use the iPad 2 to manipulate the functions of the camera to change the focus from shallow to a great depth of field. While students passed the iPad around the room, their partners were asked to get their cameras ready. Once all students had an opportunity to use the iPad 2 and DSLR Remote HD application, they applied their skills and knowledge to take a series of photographs around the building.
Below is the actual lesson.
