Monday, February 20th, 7 p.m. in the Library

Are you interested in finding out more about the DIGITAL MEDIA ACADEMY / DMA at Argyle Secondary?  Join the DMA teachers as they answer all of your questions about the DMA LITE (Grades 9 & 10) and DMA (Grades 11 & 12).

DMA

The DMA goes beyond the technical skills and knowledge fundamentals for working with digital media. At its core, DMA is a program that nurtures and evolves young people to develop the habits of mind to be inquisitive, creative, imaginative, innovative, and highly motivated in the creation of meaningful results. Students have the opportunity to learn and work collaboratively on real-world projects. 

North Vancouver School District's Digital Media Academy (DMA), located at Ecole Argyle Secondary School, is an enriched hands-on program that provides students with access to a broad and useful range of skills and knowledge in digital design,  technology, project management, and problem solving. The DMA incorporates Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM). Students will learn to create meaningful stories and solve challenging design problems. One of the main goals of the DMA is to prepare students for post-secondary training as well as the many career opportunities in Digital Media, Science, Engineering and Technology.

The DMA is for Grade 11 and 12 students and runs on Day 1 for a full-day of classes.

The DMA suits students who are highly motivated and self-directed with a strong interest in Science, Engineering, Design, and/or Digital Media.  The students work in cohorts and take their courses together which creates a dynamic and collaborative learning environment.  Students gain experience through project-based learning, field-trips and contact with industry professionals.

Students have the opportunity to learn and work in the following areas:

• Animation 

• Film 

• Game Design

• Graphic Design 

• Visual Effects 

• Photography 

• Sound Design 

• Science

• Technology

• Web Design 

DMA LITE

The DMA LITE is an elective course in BLOCK 8 for Grade 9 & 10 students who want a chance to explore the Digital Media industry, learn DMA skills and concepts and build a portfolio for those interested in moving into the DMA academy.

Students will learn how to use industry standard software and equipment for animation, film, sound and graphic design.  A strong career exploration path is pursued by students in the DMA lite. Project Management will be learned through planning, organization and completion of a variety of industry related projects.  Field trips to industry workplaces and presentations by Post-Secondary schools are also a part of the DMA LITE experience.   More information can be found at www.dmacademy.ca

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