Lesson Plan

Campaign Photo Analysis

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It's the art of the image!  As part of a study of the 2020 Presidential race, groups analyze an image of a candidate, first from an objective point of view and then subjectively. They then prepare a presentation detailing what they believe the candidate is trying to express with the image.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Invite the photography teacher or a professional photographer to talk with the class about techniques used to create responses in viewers
  • Ask class members to bring in print ads with photographic images to analyze
  • Post the photos with the group's analysis and conduct a gallery walk
  • Assign groups different images, some from the candidate's website and some from sites that oppose the candidate
Classroom Considerations
  • Requires computers with internet access
Pros
  • Step-by-step procedures for the photo analysis are included
  • Includes suggestions for extension activities
Cons
  • None