Edit Digital Pictures for use in Physical Education Programs
Kathryn LaMaster, Ph.D.
San Diego State University

Suggested Equipment
Digital Camera
Will come with an editing program
Disk Reader
Easy downloading from the camera
Computer
Photo Printer & paper

Digital Camera Features
Megapixels 2.0-4.0
Optical Zoom
Battery supply
Ease of use
Storage Capacity

Disk Readers
Easy way to download pictures from the camera
Read multiple storage formats
Compact flash
Smart media
Quick & Easy
All under $30

Using the Pictures
Word Processing Programs
Create task cards
Visual cues during station teaching
Visual photos of the correct technique
Assessment
Use for creative writing
Use picture to develop a poem
Pictures guide creative story

Presentation Software
Use photos to create a slideshow for open house presentations
Show administrators program strengths
Identify skill development in IEP meetings
Visual reinforcement of program goals

Bulletin Boards or Websites
Post recent class pictures for viewing
Create enthusiasm for learners by highlighting pictures of other learners
Show positive and negative examples of rules being demonstrated

Photo Releases
Before putting pictures of students on a non-secure website be sure to obtain the written permission of the parents.
Notice that many student features are either erased or concealed in this presentation to protect their identity.

Editing Tools
Photo Editing
Crop
Recolor
Brighten
Text Insert
Erase features
Focus learner

Crop Tool
Recoloring
Brighten
Lighten pictures for easier viewing

Inserting Text
Label and identify pictures

Erase Feature
Eliminate distractions or features

Focus Learner Attention
Combine techniques to focus view

Get Started NOW!
Begin enhancing your assessment tools, bulletin boards, websites and learner instruments with pictures. Use the editing software that comes with your camera to get started.
EXPERIMENT Š the best way to learn what works is to try different tools

"Most importantly:"
Most importantly:
Enjoy the PROCESS and you will enjoy and appreciate the PRODUCT