Computer Concepts at Albany Academies (2005–2006)
Albany Academy and Albany Academy for Girls
135 Academy Road, Albany, New York 12208
Phone: (518) 465-1461 (ext. 305) | Fax: (518) 427-7016
Under the direction of Dr. Terrell Neuage
BA (Journalism, Literature), Honours (Adolescent Literature), Masters (Internet as Literature), Deakin University, Melbourne, Australia
Ph.D. (Internet Communication and New Media), University of South Australia
Computer Courses for 2005 - 2006 taught by Dr. Neuage
Flash-Commercials - Flash Children Stories, Gif Stories, Logo (Cool 3D), Web-Videos, 3D Modelling, Flash Poems, Birthday Flash, Evening of the Arts
Program Overview
Dr. Terrell Neuage directed a series of innovative computer courses at Albany Academies in 2005–2006, equipping students in grades 9–12 with skills in web design, animation, hypertextual storytelling, and internet technologies. Projects included Flash commercials, 3D modeling, and collaborative arts initiatives.
Courses and Projects
Notable Projects: Flash Commercials, Flash Children Stories, GIF Stories, Logo (Cool 3D), Web Videos, 3D Modelling, Flash Poems, Birthday Flash, Evening of the Arts (Hairspray Medley), Personal Musical Video, Flash Animation of a Product.
Stream One: Internet Media
- 710 Web Design (Fall 2005, 1/3 credit, Grades 9–12)
Software: Macromedia Dreamweaver, Fireworks
Focus: Creating functional and visually appealing websites. - 711 Internet Animation (Winter 2005–2006, 1/3 credit, Grades 9–12)
Software: Macromedia Flash, Ulead GIF Animator, Cool 3D
Focus: Developing animations for digital media. - 712 Internet Video (Spring 2006, 1/3 credit, Grades 9–12)
Software: Ulead Video, Vegas Video, Sony Acid Studio, Final Cut
Collaboration: Music and Arts Departments
Focus: Producing creative video content.
Stream Three: Technology for Expression – Creative Design
- 754 3D Animation and CAD (Fall 2005, 1/3 credit, Grades 9–12)
Software: Rhinoceros 3D, Flamingo, Bongo, Penguin
Focus: 3D modeling, rendering, and animation with project-based learning. - 755 Computer Writing (Winter 2005, 1/3 credit, Grades 10–12)
Software: Eastgate Storyspace (www.eastgate.com)
Focus: Hypertextual storytelling with non-linear narratives and alternative endings. - 756 Web Design (Spring 2006, 1/3 credit, Grades 9–12)
Software: Microsoft FrontPage
Focus: Building user-friendly websites.
Essential Technologies (760)
- Fall 2005
Software: Outlook, Word, Office Tools, InfoPath
Focus: Core Microsoft Office skills. - Winter 2005–2006
Software: Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Access, InfoPath
Topics: Nanotechnology, Quantum Computation, Internet Technology (Search Engines: Yahoo, Google, MSN, Hotbot, Infoseek, AskJeeves, Altavista, Lycos, Netscape), Internet2, Digital Divides. - Spring 2006
Software: FrontPage, HTML, JavaScript, GIF Animation, Sony Acid Music Studio 6
Topics: Discussion forums, newsletters, search engines, hosting, RSS feeds, iPods, Vodcasts, internet mechanics (MARVEL: MPEG-7 Multimedia Search Engine).
Software Available
AAG PC-Lab Computers:
- Macromedia MX (Dreamweaver, Flash, FreeHand, Fireworks)
- Ulead Cool 3D Studio
- Ulead GIF Animator
- Eastgate Storyspace (plus five full titles)
- Microsoft Office 2003
AA PC-Lab Computers:
- Macromedia 2004 Flash
- Microsoft Office 2003 (plus FrontPage 2003)
- Power DVD
- Sony Acid Music Studio 6
- Finale 2005b
- Adobe Photoshop CS and Illustrator CS
- Rhino 3D, Flamingo, Bongo, Penguin
- Various minor programs and plug-ins
Nanotechnology Insights
In collaboration with the College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering (CNSE) at the University at Albany, the first college dedicated to nanoscale science, these courses introduced nanotechnology concepts.
- Nanotechnology is poised to revolutionize multiple sectors over the next 20 years.
- A global workforce of 2 million is projected to support nanotechnology by 2015.
- It’s the science of atomic-scale manipulation, enabling innovative tools.
- Operates at 1–100 nanometers, manipulating matter at the atomic level.
- Combines biology, chemistry, physics, materials science, and engineering.