The basic purpose of the course must be considered;Is it the intent of the course to train photographers toperform almost all tasks associated with photography (inclu-ding darkroom skills) or is it to produce photographerscapable of using photography in- thel,r job?True; some studentswill want to continue study in photography; and thus; addit=.ional learning experiences in darkroom and advanced topicsare valuable;In deciding on the direction of the course;one must consider the basic needs of the students, time, and
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