Thursday, December 23, 2010

Quad Pip Tutorial

Happy New Year!!!!
Quad Pip Tutorial
Goal: Students will learn to calculate and divide the visual area using the Quad Pip Tutorial

Students will watch the Quad Pip Tutorial and complete the following assignment:

3 exports are required
Export 1: Quad Pip (4)
Export2: Tri Pip (3)
Export 3: Octo Pip (8)

A. Each tutorial should start with 1 full screen image
B. Each tutorial should end with 1 full screen image
C. Be sure to fade in and out

-Please make sure your areas are equal
-Use clear footage or photos

1.2.11B - use and understand a variety of media and evaluate the quality of material produced

Due Date: Friday, 1/7/11

Wednesday, December 08, 2010

Planning Sheet

PLANNING SHEET
NAME:______________________________
1. PACKAGE TOPIC:
2. Angle: (What EXACT point do you hope to accomplish?)
3. PEOPLE TO BE INTERVIEWED (TELL WHY...THEIR CONNECTION TO YOUR PROJECT..Spell names correctly)
4. FILMING LOCATIONS:

5. INTRO:

6. OUTRO:
7. Ideas for background video:
Where/ what will you shoot
8. Walt Through- Script/ location/ shots
9. Overview footageIdeas for Voice overs: (Please write out and record voice overs)
10. SCRIPT:

11.  Lower Third

Be sure to include your paragraph in your final packet

Thursday, December 02, 2010

News Packages

12/3-12/10
News Packages
Watch introductory videos: How to report the news

http://www.ehow.com/video_4401391_responsibilities-tv-news-reporter.html

12/3-12/7 Goal: Students will learn about reporting the news and creating news packages

Friday: Watch introductory videos (see upper link)

Students will review the various elements for creating a "News Package"

1. Students should get their journalism notebooks.

Wednesday, 12/8:
2. We will watch professional news packages on CNN and CNBC. Students will take notes on format and tips.

2Next, we will review various school packages on School Tube. com

http://buysvs.com/index_files/New_on_SchoolTube_Dec.htm

Friday: The class will compile a "Reporter's checklist" to indicate steps and information needed in creating a news package.

http://buysvs.com/index_files/New_on_SchoolTube_Dec.htm

3. Students will generate ideas/ complete treatments for their projects.

Dates TBA
Friday,- complete initial treatments
*These must be approved by Mrs. Christian before you go on to the dry rehearsal
Friday,-Dry rehearsal AND work on Formal script/ storyboard
*there must be at least 3 people in a group for a dry rehearsal/ oral run through
-Please add suggestions and predict problematic areas in the production
-Make necessary changes
-Set up appointments to film

The following dates are TBA
_____- Turn in scripts after second dry rehearsal (Turn in scripts at the end of the period)
________- _____: Film days
-Please drop your video as soon as you return from filming each day
-You must sign out a camera even if you are using it during specified periods throughout the school day.

1.5.11.B- Write using well-developed content appropriate for the topic
1.5.11.C- Write with controlled and/ or subtle organization
1.9.11.A: Use media and technology resources for research, information analysis, problem solving, and decision making in content learning. Identify complexities and inconsistencies in the information and the different perspectives found in each medium

1.2.11B - use and understand a variety of media and evaluate the quality of material produced

Wednesday, November 24, 2010

Lower Thirds

Goal: Students will learn to create lower thirds.

*Lower thirds are necessary to provide proper attribution in a news package

1. Students will take notes on "Creating Lower Thirds"
-Lower thirds are essential for attribution for any

2. Students will review packaged lower thirds....Digital Juice, Adobe Premiere and Jumpbacks.

3.

Project: Create 1 motion lower third EXACTLY like the one in the tutorial
Create 3 animated lower thirds
Create 6 reusable lower thirds

Review tutorials: - Tutorials are to be completed when you have free time during the project.
-All 10 lower thirds will be due on Wednesday, 12/1

**You will create 10 different lower thirds

Once you view the tutorial, take notes on it and create your own
Export your work to the folder labeled : lower thirds and Scroll

Standard -
1.9.11.A: Use media and technology resources for research, information analysis, problem solving, and decision making in content learning. Identify complexities and inconsistencies in the information and the different perspectives found in each medium.
1.9.11.B: Evaluate how the techniques used in media modify traditional society.
1.2.11B - use and understand a variety of media and evaluate the quality of material produced

Friday, November 19, 2010

Lower Thirds

Goal: Students will learn to create lower thirds.

*Lower thirds are necessary to provide proper attribution in a news package

1. Students will take notes on "Creating Lower Thirds"
-Lower thirds are essential for attribution for any


Review tutorials: - Tutorials are to be completed when you have free time during the project.
-All tutorials are due by Wednesday, 11/24

A. lower thirds
B. Scroll

**You will create 10 different lower thirds

Once you view the tutorial, take notes on it and create your own
Export your work to the folder labeled : lower thirds and Scroll

Final Exam Overview

Project (Final Exam)
Double Projects
Now that the end of the year is drawing near, it is time to complete our final exam project.

You will be assigned two projects to work on consecutively.

Class project #1: Edit TV Studio shows

-Display your best video talent, organization skills and written creativity.
-Students are required to complete this project.
-You must use 4 different tutorials
-3 different title programs
-Develop a creative theme
-Incorporate quality audio
-You may use any transitions.....No, I am not placing any restrictions, just have fun. I know you enjoy mixing transitions, and I don't! This time, you can go transition crazy!!

This project is due by May 7

Project 2: Final Exam

(There will be "down" days where you will have little to do on your other project. You will need to set up a work schedule with me. EX: Work on Final Exam on Tues, Wed, and Thurs. Work on individual project Mon and Fri.)

-You will need to select a schedule and sign a contract before the end of the week.
-Again, you will have video checks on Wednesdays.

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Students are required to create a 3 minute (MIN.) video entitled "All About Me" (You may insert your name in place of the "ME")

2. Students will select a theme that will be carried out throughout the video
3. 6 titles are required
4. Students must use 4 tutorials and 2 video effects.
5, Any transition combination may be used throughout the video
6. Any jumpy video segment or poor audio segment will result in a deduction of 10 points for each problem area.
7. Students will showcase three chapters of their lives.
8. Students may convert old videos, scan old photos (if you use photos, you must use the timing tutorial to assure that they go along with the video.)
9. Students are encouraged to record voice overs and utilize sound effects.

Requirements:
1. Students are required to turn in a working video log. This is like a script. You will outline each chapter and provide written details of any specifics that will be in the video. You will select audio and indicate song times....ex. 0:00-20 seconds. (Also, include highlighted lyrics for this section of the music)

2. Create your log in script form: Video/ audio/ details (Logs will be turned in every Friday)

3. Each chapter must have purpose

-The final exam must be exported before your final exam period ends.
-I will be in my classroom every day until 3:40 and I am here every Wednesday until 4:30
**You will need extra time, so please take advantage of this early start.
**We only have one scanner, you may scan at home and bring photos in on disc.
**Please see me before converting video that is not digital


*Free project must be exported into a folder entitled "FREE PROJECT"
**Final exam must be exported into a folder entitled "2011 FINAL"
***ANY VIDEO NOT EXPORTED WILL RECEIVE A 75 POINT DEDUCTION.....IT WILL
NOT PASS!!
*ALL LYRICS MUST BE APPROVED BEFORE SONGS ARE PLACED INTO EITHER PROJECT

Project Contract

JOURNALISM II
Contract

NAME:_______________________________________


PROJECT 1: FINAL EXAM
(DEADLINE: END OF SCHEDULED FINAL EXAM PERIOD)

TITLE:__________________________________

CH. 1 THEME:__________________________________

CH. 2 THEME:__________________________________

CH. 3 THEME:__________________________________

SCHEDULED DAYS:__________________________________

I agree to work on my projects on the days indicated above. I realize that Mrs. Christian will check my folders every Wednesday and grade my progress. If I fail to work on my projects, I understand that my grade will be drastically reduced. Also, I realize that I am required to turn in my video log for my final exam every Friday. It will be returned on Monday whereas I will continue to change and update my project.

Also, I will check the blog daily to see any additions, requirements or updates for both projects. I will follow all project requirements indicated on the blog.


SIGNATURE:_____________________________ DATE:______________________
Posted by journalism1 at 9:14 AM 0 comments
Proposal
First we will review and grade your commercials

Introduction / Overview of the Final Exam Project
(Must be completed before you begin the FINAL EXAM PROJECT)

Name:

1. Present your TIMELINE on the Smart Board
2. Point out any specifics…ex: How your titles create your theme, How you used something consecutively throughout your video
3. Discuss the chapters of your project: You must tell a little about each section
4. Describe the section you are going to present
5. After we watch this section, discuss problems or seek ideas for improvement


1. Theme:
a. Specific:
b. Specific:
c. Specific:


2. Chapters

A.
B.
C.


3. Problems/ areas of advice needed:



Proposal:

PROJECT: FINAL EXAM
(DEADLINE: END OF SCHEDULED FINAL EXAM PERIOD)

TITLE:__________________________________

CH. 1 THEME:__________________________________

CH. 2 THEME:__________________________________

CH. 3 THEME:__________________________________

SCHEDULED DAYS:__________________________________

Requirements for Final
Now that the end of the year is drawing near, it is time to complete our final exam project.

You will be assigned a project to work on consecutively.

Class project #1: Student pick
(Include this as your studio project)
-Display your best video talent, organization skills and written creativity.
-Students are required to complete a project of their choice.
-You must use 4 different tutorials
-3 different title programs
-Develop a creative theme
-Incorporate quality audio
-You may use any transitions.....No, I am not placing any restrictions, just have fun. I know you enjoy mixing transitions, and I don't! This time, you can go transition crazy!!

1.Concept paragraph and initial script is due by Friday, May 1, 2009.
(I need to approve the project and its direction)
2. There will be checks each Wednesday.
3. This project is due by May 15, 2009.

Project 2: Final Exam

(There will be "down" days where you will have little to do on your other project. You will need to set up a work schedule with me. EX: Work on Final Exam on Tues, Wed, and Thurs. Work on individual project Mon and Fri.)

-You will need to select a schedule and sign a contract before the end of the week.
-Again, you will have video checks on Wednesdays.

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Students are required to create a 5 minute (MIN.) video entitled "All About Me" (You may insert your name in place of the "ME")

2. Students will select a theme that will be carried out throughout the video
3. 6 titles are required
4. Students must use 4 tutorials and 2 video effects.
5, Any transition combination may be used throughout the video
6. Any jumpy video segment or poor audio segment will result in a deduction of 10 points for each problem area.
7. Students will showcase three chapters of their lives.
8. Students may convert old videos, scan old photos (if you use photos, you must use the timing tutorial to assure that they go along with the video.)
9. Students are encouraged to record voice overs and utilize sound effects.

Requirements:
1. Students are required to turn in a working video log. This is like a script. You will outline each chapter and provide written details of any specifics that will be in the video. You will select audio and indicate song times....ex. 0:00-20 seconds. (Also, include highlighted lyrics for this section of the music)

2. Create your log in script form: Video/ audio/ details (Logs will be turned in every Friday)

3. Each chapter must have purpose

-The final exam must be exported before your final exam period ends.
-I will be in my classroom every day until 3:40 and I am here every Wednesday until 4:30
**You will need extra time, so please take advantage of this early start.
**We only have one scanner, you may scan at home and bring photos in on disc.
**Please see me before converting video that is not digital


*Free project must be exported into a folder entitled "FREE PROJECT"
**Final exam must be exported into a folder entitled "2009 FINAL"
***ANY VIDEO NOT EXPORTED WILL RECEIVE A 75 POINT DEDUCTION.....IT WILL N OT PASS!!
*ALL LYRICS MUST BE APPROVED BEFORE SONGS ARE PLACED INTO EITHER PROJECT
Posted by journalism1 at 9:13 AM 0 comments
Friday, May 23, 2008Integrated Discussion
Goals: Students will present a "problem area/ positive area" of their video
As a group students will formulate solutions to their problems.


Using the Smart Board:
1. Students will present their digital video time lines
2. Students will explain their final exam and the chapters included within the project
3. Each student will present a section of their video and discuss it with the class.

4. Students will record notes on a worksheet entitled "Changes/ Ideas"; The class will work together to solve individual problems.
Posted by journalism1 at 6:06 AM 0 comments
Tuesday, May 06, 2008Double Projects
Now that the end of the year is drawing near, it is time to complete our final exam project.

You will be assigned two projects to work on consecutively.

Class project #1: Student pick

-Display your best video talent, organization skills and written creativity.
-Students are required to complete a project of their choice.
-You must use 4 different tutorials
-3 different title programs
-Develop a creative theme
-Incorporate quality audio
-You may use any transitions.....No, I am not placing any restrictions, just have fun. I know you enjoy mixing transitions, and I don't! This time, you can go transition crazy!!

1.Concept paragraph and initial script is due by Thursday, April 24.
(I need to approve the project and its direction)
2. There will be checks each Wednesday.
3. This project is due by May 16, 2008.

Project 2: Final Exam

(There will be "down" days where you will have little to do on your other project. You will need to set up a work schedule with me. EX: Work on Final Exam on Tues, Wed, and Thurs. Work on individual project Mon and Fri.)

-You will need to select a schedule and sign a contract before the end of the week.
-Again, you will have video checks on Wednesdays.

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Students are required to create a 5 minute (MIN.) video entitled "All About Me" (You may insert your name in place of the "ME")

2. Students will select a theme that will be carried out throughout the video
3. 6 titles are required
4. Students must use 4 tutorials and 2 video effects.
5, Any transition combination may be used throughout the video
6. Any jumpy video segment or poor audio segment will result in a deduction of 10 points for each problem area.
7. Students will showcase three chapters of their lives.
8. Students may convert old videos, scan old photos (if you use photos, you must use the timing tutorial to assure that they go along with the video.)
9. Students are encouraged to record voice overs and utilize sound effects.

Requirements:
1. Students are required to turn in a working video log. This is like a script. You will outline each chapter and provide written details of any specifics that will be in the video. You will select audio and indicate song times....ex. 0:00-20 seconds. (Also, include highlighted lyrics for this section of the music)

2. Create your log in script form: Video/ audio/ details (Logs will be turned in every Friday)

3. Each chapter must have purpose

-The final exam must be exported before your final exam period ends.
-I will be in my classroom every day until 3:40 and I am here every Wednesday until 5:30
**You will need extra time, so please take advantage of this early start.
**We only have one scanner, you may scan at home and bring photos in on disc.
**Please see me before converting video that is not digital


*Free project must be exported into a folder entitled "FREE PROJECT"
**Final exam must be exported into a folder entitled "2008 FINAL"
***ANY VIDEO NOT EXPORTED WILL RECEIVE A 75 POINT DEDUCTION.....IT WILL N OT PASS!!
*ALL LYRICS MUST BE APPROVED BEFORE SONGS ARE PLACED INTO EITHER PROJECT

Thursday, November 04, 2010

11/8-11/12

11/8-11/12

-Students should work on tutorial projects
-Complete the following tutorials by Friday
1. Lipsthrun Tutorial
2. Ping Pong Tutorial
3. Snow Tutorial
4. Mist Tutorial
-All projects must be done individually and exported to a folder in their TVStudio folder
Please make a folder for each project
-All work is on the blog: www.mycooljournalism2.blogspot.com

-Travis will take care of the cameras and help students
-Alyssa and Brittany Spaide are the Journalism Assistants for this class. They can help students
**Students MAY NOT sign out cameras after class

Standard -
1.9.11.A: Use media and technology resources for research, information analysis, problem solving, and decision making in content learning. Identify complexities and inconsistencies in the information and the different perspectives found in each medium.
1.9.11.B: Evaluate how the techniques used in media modify traditional society.
1.2.11B - use and understand a variety of media and evaluate the quality of material produced

Monday, November 01, 2010

Monday, November 1, 2010Final Music videos are due on Wednesday....NO EXCEPTIONS!

**if any person in your group is not working on your project, your group will be deducted 20 points.

Please make sure your tutorials are exported
Also, Your project should be exported to a folder entitled "music videos"

**You will only have until the end of the period on Wednesday

Tuesday, October 19, 2010

All scripts must be turned in by the end of the day.

Please place your work in the Journalism 2 folder.

**refer to the full blog below for a complete listing of details

Friday, October 15, 2010

Music Video

Today we are going to begin our first real project
1. Students will review the elements of a music video
2. Each student will pick out their favorite song
3. Students will create storyboards and write a paragraph to illustrate their ideas for approval
4. Students must turn in the lyrics to the song (Remember, Mrs. C. IS listening!!)
5. Storyboards and paragraphs Must be turned in by Monday, 1018 (10 pts. each)
6. All Filming MUST be planned and completed on school property

WHEN VIDEO TAPING, STUDENTS MUST ABIDE BY THE VIDEO LAWS!

7. Students will review the Music Video score sheets and discuss requirements
8. All formal scripts must be turned in by Wednesday, 10/20 (20 pts.)
9. We have 6 video cameras, so students will need to sign up to video tape.
10. Students will be able to video tape between Friday- Wednesday (10/20- 10/25).

11. During this time, students will create a new folder for their projects (Entitled: Name Music Video) -All work must be saved in this project
12. each time you film, you will be responsible for importing your footage

13. Tuesday, 10/19- MUST BRING YOUR MUSIC (20 pts.)
-Students will learn to use the Sound Forge program

14. During the filming period, one video tutorial must be completed: TIMING - DUE ON 10/30 WITH FINAL VIDEO
-Complete this while you are waiting for others to film

15. All footage must be dropped and exported to your folders by Tuesday, 10/27 . The project must be completed and exported by Wednesday, Friday, 10/30

Monday, October 11, 2010

PSA Video Prep

Goal: Students will organize, create and edit a PSA for the DARE Program's annual UTurn Campaign

Monday, 10/10- WEDNESDAY, 10/13- edit videos
THURSDAY, 10/14- EXPORT DAY. PLEASE EXPORT TO A FOLDER ENTITLED: PSA
FRIDAY, 10/15- VIEWING DAY

Standard - 1.9.11.A: Use media and technology resources for research, information analysis, problem solving, and decision making in content learning. Identify complexities and inconsistencies in the information and the different perspectives found in each medium. 1.9.11.B: Evaluate how the techniques used in media modify traditional society. 1.2.11B - use and understand a variety of media and evaluate the quality of material produced

Sunday, October 03, 2010

PSA

Goal: Students will organize, create and edit a PSA for the DARE Program's annual UTurn Campaign

Taping Schedule:
Gary's Group

Erica's Group


**These Groups will tape today and Wednesday

The other half of the class will tape Tuesday and Thursday
Taylor's group
Margaret's group
Kenzie's group

When Your group is not taping, each person will work on the following tutorial:
The Stop and Glow Tutorial is due on FRIDAY. Please complete and export into a properly assigned folder.

FINAL TUTORIAL EXPORTS WILL BE DUE ON FRIDAY.
REMEMBER TO KEEP THEM IN YOUR OWN ASSIGNED FOLDER

Prom Video:

http://www.pullayouee.com/


This is a video to encourage students to "think twice" before making bad decision such as drinking.

Since it will be aired during prom season. It is time to have fun and change some lives while you’re at it. The PA DUI Association The PA Association through the U-Turn campaign is challenging you to create a 30-second public service announcement video that encourages others to “Think again” about alcohol use and underage drinking and driving. The best part? You have the chance to win your own personalized U-Turn event! So get going. On the link (above) you’ll find some helpful hints on how to get started and the links to the right give you the nitty-gritty details. So grab your video camera and get going.



Timeline:
1. Each group will keep a log indicating what each person accomplished each day.
more specifically: don't write- Theresa taped

Standard - 1.9.11.A: Use media and technology resources for research, information analysis, problem solving, and decision making in content learning. Identify complexities and inconsistencies in the information and the different perspectives found in each medium. 1.9.11.B: Evaluate how the techniques used in media modify traditional society. 1.2.11B - use and understand a variety of media and evaluate the quality of material produced

Monday, September 27, 2010

PSA Video Prep

Monday and Tuesday:

Goal: Students will create story boards and scripts for their PSA
Students will present their concepts to the class
Students will evaluate peer concepts

Standard - 1.9.11.A: Use media and technology resources for research, information analysis, problem solving, and decision making in content learning. Identify complexities and inconsistencies in the information and the different perspectives found in each medium.
1.9.11.B: Evaluate how the techniques used in media modify traditional society.
1.2.11B - use and understand a variety of media and evaluate the quality of material produced

Thursday, September 23, 2010

Next Week: Import and begin editing
*One person in each group should be responsible for any graphics/ titles
**One person should be in charge of editing sound effects or music

Finish editing and view projects
1.2.11B - use and understand a variety of media and evaluate the quality of material produced

We need to sign-up and register groups for the video contest.

www.pullayouee.com


The video is a PSA encouraging students to avoid consuming alcohol ...especially during prom season.

Monday, September 20, 2010

Key Frames

Key Frames
Titles and Key frames
Monday:
Students will review the tutorial at their desks, add to their instructional notes and practice the tutorial

Students will create a practice key frame project
(Please save it in a new folder named : PRACTICE KEY FRAME)

Tuesday:
Video Quiz
1. Students will log on and go to the TV studio server

2. Create a new Adobe Project : Place it in a folder called: Key frame Quiz 1
(Make this folder in YOUR folder.)

3. Save your Save your project in this new folder

4. Use the background located in the folder entitled "Dropped Video"

5. Using your name, Create a new title

6. Make it a new color

7. Using key frames

A. Make your title spread and grow twice it's size

B. This will occur in the middle of your project

C. Your title will remain in it's original size at the beginning and end of the video

D. Your video must pause in the middle (Use two key frames in the center to accomplish this.

E. Your title must fade in and fade out

F. Export your completed project to your new folder and call it "Final Quiz 1"

1.2.11B - use and understand a variety of media and evaluate the quality of material produced

Monday, September 13, 2010

Project 1

Tutorial Review:

Monday: The class will review the tutorials

Students will review Adobe Premiere

Tuesday: Edit videos

Import music: Students will learn to utilize Sound Forge

Wednesday - Thursday: Edit sound and video
All videos must be exported for grading by Friday, 9/17

Standard - 1.9.11.A: Use media and technology resources for research, information analysis, problem solving, and decision making in content learning. Identify complexities and inconsistencies in the information and the different perspectives found in each medium. 1.9.11.B: Evaluate how the techniques used in media modify traditional society. 1.2.11B - use and understand a variety of media and evaluate the quality of material produced

Monday, September 06, 2010

Assignment 1

Students will begin their first assignment

1. Goal students will learn to import sound
2. Students will begin filming
9/7- 9/20

Goal: Students will learn to manipulate video
Students will become familiar with Adobe Premiere
Today we will be working on our projects and tutorials

9/7-9/9: Half of the class will tape; The others will complete 3 tutorials

Tutorial 1:
Basic bin

Tutorial 2:
Basic Title

Tutorial 3
Title crawl

You will be required to demonstrate your understanding of each video

Please take notes

We will review each tutorial on Monday, 9/13

9/14- Students will learn to import music through Sound Forge

9/15- 9/16 - Students will review basic editing skills

Standard - 1.9.11.A: Use media and technology resources for research, information analysis, problem solving, and decision making in content learning. Identify complexities and inconsistencies in the information and the different perspectives found in each medium.
1.9.11.B: Evaluate how the techniques used in media modify traditional society.
1.2.11B - use and understand a variety of media and evaluate the quality of material produced

Friday, 9/17 - Monday, 9/20 - Finish the two 10 second videos
ALL VIDEOS MUST BE EXPORTED BY THE END OF THE DAY ON MONDAY, 9/21

Monday, August 30, 2010

Test on Camera movement/ angles

Writing Scripts
Objective: Students will learn to organize and create a script for a video project

1. Overview paragraph- Each student will turn in a paragraph describing the overall concept for their first video project.

-The project will be two 10 second videos that contain the exact same footang
-HOWEVER, each video will be set to two different musical selections (Music that depicts two very different moods)
-The music must be suitable for the concept and naturally fit with the video

2. Students will review camera angles
3. Students will review all of the elements included in a simple video production
4. Next, the students will create storyboards and discuss script format
5. Students will be introduced to script writing

Once we are finished. Students will begin to brainstorm ideas for their project. Also, they will print the lyrics for each song to be used in the project.

*Remember all taping must take place in THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS: the lab, the hall outside of the lab, in the cafe, outside, or in a study hall (With a teacher's written permission). Students violating this rule will face the following punishment:
1. Zero and no make up
2. Loss of filming privileges for the year

THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS RULE

1.2.11.B-Use and understand a variety of media and evaluate the quality of material produced 1.5.11.B- Write using well-developed content appropriate for the topic 1.5.11.C- Write with controlled and/ or subtle organization
Monday, August 30- Wednesday, Sept. 1
I. Students will continue to practice camera movement
Students will finish reading the packet
**Camera shot and studio info quiz on Tuesday

II. Creating a script
Objective: Students will learn to organize and create a script for a video project

1. Overview paragraph- Each student will turn in a paragraph describing the overall concept for their first video project.

-The project will be two 10 second videos that contain the exact same footage
-HOWEVER, each video will be set to two different musical selections (Music that depicts two very different moods)
-The music must be suitable for the concept and naturally fit with the video

2. Students will read the packet entitled: Lights, Camera, Action
3. Students will review all of the elements included in a simple video production
4. Next, the students will create storyboards and discuss script format
5. Students will be introduced to script writing

Once we are finished. Students will begin to brainstorm ideas for their project. Also, they will print the lyrics for each song to be used in the project.

*Remember all taping must take place in THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS: the lab, the hall outside of the lab, in the cafe, outside, or in a study hall (With a teacher's written permission). Students violating this rule will face the following punishment:
1. Zero and no make up
2. Loss of filming privileges for the year

THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS RULE

Camera Direction/ Angles
Students will review camera direction, angles, transitions and key elements to planning a video project.

Students will review two handouts on camera direction/ angles
Students will discuss a packet entitled: Lights, Camera, Action

Thursday, August 26, 2010

Camera Angles

Thursday and Friday:
Camera Direction/ Angles
Students will review camera direction, angles, transitions and key elements to planning a video project.

Students will review two handouts on camera direction/ angles
Students will discuss a packet entitled: Lights, Camera, Action
Students will understand placement and planning during a video

1.2.11.B-Use and understand a variety of media and evaluate the quality of material produced 1.5.11.B- Write using well-developed content appropriate for the topic 1.5.11.C- Write with controlled and/ or subtle organization

Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Camera Angles

Camera Direction/ Angles
Students will review camera direction, angles, transitions and key elements to planning a video project.

Students will review two handouts on camera direction/ angles
Students will discuss a packet entitled: Lights, Camera, Action

Scripts will be turned in to www.turnitin.com
class ID: 3428173

Tuesday, August 24, 2010

Welcome

Welcome to Journalism II

This year we will explore the "behind the scenes" of videography.

There is more to a video than skinny models, hot rockers and flashes of color. This is an indepth process of planning, organizing and implementation that begins with a single thought. It is a process that starts with a storyboard and jumps to a full production.

During first marking period, we will cover the following areas:
Camera direction
Camera angle
Video terminology
storyboards
Scripts
Editing techniques

So, this is the beginning of what I like to refer to as
Lights, Camera, Action

SYLLABUS

Journalism II Syllabus
Video Editing 079

Contact Information
Instructor: Mrs. Christian
Email Address: tchristian@berwucjsd.org
Web Address: www.mycooljournalism2.blogspot.com

Planning Period: Second Period

Text and Resource Materials
Required Text: Media, W. Richard Whitaker (Longman, 2000)

Course Description
This year students will explore the "behind the scenes" of video production

There is more to a video than skinny models, hot rockers and flashes of color. This is an in-depth process of planning, organizing and implementation that begins with a single thought. It is a process that starts with a storyboard and jumps to a full production.

Digital Video is a “new media” that has evolved from many disciplines. While it is a direct descendant from the world of industrial video making, digital video has incorporated DNA from traditional film-making, traditional and computer animation, web technology, computer gaming and art. Digital video allows us to blend all these technologies to form a new art form that is available to anyone with a computer, some software and inexpensive digital camera.

The fundamentals of visual storytelling are core to this hands-on production class. We will be studying the technology of video editing on the computer, various methods of image acquisition and approaches for communicating ideas over linear time. Themes may incorporate short character studies, transformations of light and form, movement of people and objects and spatial composition of a moving image.

Students will be able to use either computer graphics, animation, still images or video production for most assignments. Original digital music, production music and sync sound are considered as a means to underscoring visual sequences.


Prerequisites As stated in the Enrollment Book

PA Academic Standards
1.1.11H Demonstrate after reading understanding and interpretation of nonfiction
1.2.11B - use and understand a variety of media and evaluate the quality of material produced

Learning Objectives
Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to:
• By the end of the course, each participate will understand the impact visual literacy has on the learning process and will be able to produce, instruct, and integrate digital media into their curriculum and share via computer programs, DVD’s, and the Internet.
• Discuss and apply foundation concepts in non-linear video modification, film direction, and digital sound editing.
• Develop a basic proficiency with the tools and techniques available in standard digital video editing programs.
• Shoot, capture, edit, and output short video projects, organizing the material and modifying it into a coherent sequence.
• Identify elements of multiple media used in journalistic storytelling.
• Critically evaluate professional journalistic multimedia packages.
• Produce video story packages.
• Combine audio and still photographs to produce audio slideshows.
• Demonstrate understanding of characteristics of online journalistic storytelling.
• Set up short video projects and shoot them using a variety of appropriate camera angles, shots, and framing.
• Apply a variety of techniques for establishing or breaking continuity in a video sequence.
• Edit a video sequence to synchronize it to a musical soundtrack or dialogue.
• Apply a variety of techniques compressing for expanding the perception of time in a video sequence.
• Apply basic techniques for mixing a soundtrack incorporating the human voice, ambient noise, sound effects, and music.
• Add basic titles to a digital video, do basic production checks, and output it in common video formats for DVD or the Web.
• Students will learn to work as individuals as well as in groups
• Students will learn how to create a college-level presentation
• Students will manipulate various types of media

Course Outline
**Throughout the year, student will continually participate in tutorial-based video technique assignments. They will also continue to produce video projects.

Marking Period One: Students will be introduced to the basic elements of video production
• Camera direction
Camera angle
Video terminology
storyboards
Scripts
Editing techniques
• Camera angles

Marking Period Two: Students will be able to add extension elements to enhance their video productions
• Work with the Browser and Bins tools in Adobe Premiere to
• Mark clips and use Insert and Overwrite edits.
• Trim Edit points to adjust length of clips
• Use Extension tools to extend edit points
• Use the marker tools to adjust edit points.
• Create and incorporate basic titles
• Utilize and implement key frames
• Import, convert, and edit music


Marking Period Three: Students will explore abstract compositions exploring texture, composition, light, and other formal or spatial elements
• Utilize timing techniques
• Advanced camera angles/ movements
• Incorporate natural elements into their compositions
• Utilize and incorporate video manipulation
• Explore and incorporate programs to advance video editing techniques

Marking Period Four: Students will combine all of their skills and create and develop a full length feature production to be used as the final exam
• Incorporate various mediums
• Learn and utilize advanced special effects: Boris, ULead,
• Organize a full length project / presentation
Assessments: Several forms of assessment will be utilized throughout the year:
• Small groups; class discussion; teacher conferences; tests; quizzes; peer evaluations; self evaluations; teacher evaluations; rubrics and score sheets.

Grading Policy and Procedures:
Grades for each evaluation will be based on points, not percentages. At the conclusion of a marking period, the total number of points earned will be divided by the total number of possible points to determine the student`s percentage and report card grade.
Homework will occasionally be given and graded. There will occasional opportunities offered to all students to earn extra credit.
Hands-on methods of digital movie making constitute the basis for assignments. Digital Video Cameras, 3-D computer graphics and 2D packages such as Photoshop and Flash and programs specified for digital video production will be the primary technologies used. Digital editing will be accomplished using Window Movie Maker and Adobe Premier. For your final project, you may use whatever media or application you prefer.
The assignments will help develop skills that accumulate towards the production of a short film by the end of the year. These include character based visual narratives, or explicit reconstructions of buildings and landscapes, or more abstract compositions exploring texture, composition, light, and other formal or spatial elements.
We screen live action short films, news packages, animation, and student work. Discussion of these works will be an integral part of the subject. There will be a few readings on film theory, design theory, and related topics.

Class Expectations:
-All assignments must be turned in on time
-You are responsible for meeting ALL deadlines. This is a journalism class. The success of this program is dependent on your contributions.
-All assignments will be graded.
(Partial homework or class work assignments will receive a "0" with no make-ups)
(You MUST learn to be responsible in this class!!)
-The final exam will be weighted.
Student expectations
1. Arrive on time.
2. Be prepared to learn. Bring books, pencils, paper, agenda, homework and anything you may need for class.
3. Be respectful of others.
4. Follow directions the first time they are given.

Monday, April 26, 2010

Double Project (Final Exam)

Double Projects
Now that the end of the year is drawing near, it is time to complete our final exam project.

You will be assigned two projects to work on consecutively.

Class project #1: Edit TV Studio shows

-Display your best video talent, organization skills and written creativity.
-Students are required to complete this project.
-You must use 4 different tutorials
-3 different title programs
-Develop a creative theme
-Incorporate quality audio
-You may use any transitions.....No, I am not placing any restrictions, just have fun. I know you enjoy mixing transitions, and I don't! This time, you can go transition crazy!!

This project is due by May 7

Project 2: Final Exam

(There will be "down" days where you will have little to do on your other project. You will need to set up a work schedule with me. EX: Work on Final Exam on Tues, Wed, and Thurs. Work on individual project Mon and Fri.)

-You will need to select a schedule and sign a contract before the end of the week.
-Again, you will have video checks on Wednesdays.

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Students are required to create a 5 minute (MIN.) video entitled "All About Me" (You may insert your name in place of the "ME")

2. Students will select a theme that will be carried out throughout the video
3. 6 titles are required
4. Students must use 4 tutorials and 2 video effects.
5, Any transition combination may be used throughout the video
6. Any jumpy video segment or poor audio segment will result in a deduction of 10 points for each problem area.
7. Students will showcase three chapters of their lives.
8. Students may convert old videos, scan old photos (if you use photos, you must use the timing tutorial to assure that they go along with the video.)
9. Students are encouraged to record voice overs and utilize sound effects.

Requirements:
1. Students are required to turn in a working video log. This is like a script. You will outline each chapter and provide written details of any specifics that will be in the video. You will select audio and indicate song times....ex. 0:00-20 seconds. (Also, include highlighted lyrics for this section of the music)

2. Create your log in script form: Video/ audio/ details (Logs will be turned in every Friday)

3. Each chapter must have purpose

-The final exam must be exported before your final exam period ends.
-I will be in my classroom every day until 3:40 and I am here every Wednesday until 4:30
**You will need extra time, so please take advantage of this early start.
**We only have one scanner, you may scan at home and bring photos in on disc.
**Please see me before converting video that is not digital


*Free project must be exported into a folder entitled "FREE PROJECT"
**Final exam must be exported into a folder entitled "2010 FINAL"
***ANY VIDEO NOT EXPORTED WILL RECEIVE A 75 POINT DEDUCTION.....IT WILL N OT PASS!!
*ALL LYRICS MUST BE APPROVED BEFORE SONGS ARE PLACED INTO EITHER PROJECT

Wednesday, March 17, 2010

Show

You will work as a group

Your group will produce an original game show or talk show or something similar

Due Dates:
3/19- General scripts and paragraphs are due
Turn in a typed position list utilizing all students in the class (list names and positions)

3/22-List of props and costumes

3/31- Graphics must be exported to a specified folder and ready to use (These graphics will include an introduction and a conclusion for your show. Also, you should create your scrolling credits)

3/30-- Final typed script is due.........Make sure all directions and information is on this script. It must be specific!!

-I expect all camera directions (Cues and Cuts)
-Stage directions must be included in parenthesis
-A master list at the top of the script
-A prop and dress list
-A brief description of all characters and their characteristics
-A list of all film locations



*4/7 & 4/8 (Airelle's Group)- Group 2 Studio Practice and Tape Date

*4/9 & 4/12 (Amanda's Group) - Group 3 Studio Practice and Tape Date

*4/13 & 4/114(Bella's Group) - Group 4 Studio Practice and Tape Date

*4/15 & 16 (Kim's Group) Group 1 Practice and Tape

3/31- Commercials must be completed and exported to a specified folder
(3 commercials : 2 ten second commercials and 1 fifteen second commercial)

4/17- 4/23- Editing days (You may rerecord any short scene in the tv studio at this time)

4/26 - 4/27- Viewing days (Bring popcorn)

Checklist for final folder
1. List all group member names
2. Include: 3/19- General scripts and paragraphs --in a typed position list utilizing all students in the class (list names and positions)
-List of props and costumes
- Graphics must be exported to a specified folder and ready to use (These graphics will include an introduction and a conclusion for your show. Also, you should create your scrolling credits) - Final typed script is due.........Make sure all directions and information is on this script. It must be specific!!
3. Print out a script for every member participating including the studio staff
4. Put a name on each script
5. Have a pre-production discussion ready. You will have to inform every person in the class of your project

Monday, March 15, 2010

Tutorial

Due Today!

Please complete the tutorial entitled: Transporter

Save it to a folder called: Transporter Tutorial

This will be graded.

Use any footage you already have.

Wednesday, March 03, 2010

Intro to the studio

Today we are going to explore various elements to in studio productionWe will begin with Module 1:http://www.internetcampus.com/tvp_ind.htm

Tipshttp://www.writing-world.com/screen/TV.shtml

Project Due by 3/11
Students will create a St. Patrick's Day graphic using the following requirements
1. Must incorporate 3 tutorials
**1 must be KEYFRAMES
2. Clear message/ clean edits
3. bet. 15- 30 seconds long

Export into a folder entitled "quiz"

Must turn in a script that indicates in-time of tutorials

1 type transition



1.2.11B - use and understand a variety of media and evaluate the quality of material produced

Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Revised Project Dates

New Project Dates:
All footage must be dropped by Thursday, 2/18

All final editing must be done by Wednesday, 2/24
Viewing and grading days will be Thursday and Friday - 2/25 & 2/26


Remember to finish your tutorial!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ping Pong

Monday, February 01, 2010

Monday, February 01, 2010
Today I will cave into class "peer" pressure
Yep, I'm going to let you do another music video......applause!!
1. Students will review the elements of a music video
2. Each student will pick out their favorite song
3. Students will create storyboards and write a paragraph to illustrate their ideas for approval
4. Students must turn in the lyrics to the song (Remember, I am listening!!)
5. Storyboards and paragraphs Must be turned in by Wednesday, 2/3 (10 pts. each)
6. All Filming MUST be planned and completed on school property

WHEN VIDEO TAPING, STUDENTS MUST ABIDE BY THE VIDEO LAWS!

7. Students will review the Music Video score sheets and discuss requirements
8. All formal scripts must be turned in by Thursday, 2/4 (20 pts.)
9. We have 6 video cameras, so students will need to sign up to video tape.
10. Students will be able to video tape between Friday- Wednesday 2/5-2/10)

11. During this time, students will create a new folder for their projects (Entitled: Name Music Video) -All work must be saved in this project
12. each time you film, you will be responsible for importing your footage

13. Tuesday, 2/2- MUST BRING YOUR MUSIC (20 pts.)
-Students will use the Sound Forge program

14. During the filming period, one video tutorial must be completed: Ping Pong Tutorial
-Complete this while you are waiting for others to film

15. All footage must be dropped and exported to your folders by Thursday, 2/11

16. The project must be completed and exported by Wednesday, 2/17.

Tuesday, January 26, 2010

Quad Pip Tutorial

Goal: Students will learn to calculate and divide the visual area using the Quad Pip Tutorial

Students will watch the Quad Pip Tutorial and complete the following assignment:

3 exports are required
Export 1: Quad Pip (4)
Export2: Tri Pip (3)
Export 3: Octo Pip (8)

A. Each tutorial should start with 1 full screen image
B. Each tutorial should end with 1 full screen image
C. Be sure to fade in and out

-Please make sure your areas are equal
-Use clear footage or photos

1.2.11B - use and understand a variety of media and evaluate the quality of material produced

Due Date: Thursday, 1/28

Monday, January 04, 2010

MUSIC VIDEO

Music Video
They say making a video is like making magic..........
............So, here's a chance to jump into a new world.

1/4-1/15
Today we are going to begin our first music video project
1. Students will review the elements of a music video
2. Each student will pick out their favorite song
3. Students will create storyboards and write a paragraph to illustrate their ideas for approval
4. Students must turn in the lyrics to the song (Remember, Mrs. C. IS listening!!)
5. Storyboards and paragraphs Must be turned in by Wednesday, 1/6(10 pts. each)
6. All Filming MUST be planned and completed on school property

WHEN VIDEO TAPING, STUDENTS MUST ABIDE BY THE VIDEO LAWS!

7. Students will review the Music Video score sheets and discuss requirements
8. All formal scripts must be turned in by Thursday, 1/7 (20 pts.)
9. We have 6 video cameras, so students will need to sign up to video tape.
10. Students will be able to video tape between Thursday, 1/7- Wednesday, 1/13.

11. During this time, students will create a new folder for their projects (Entitled: Name Music Video) -All work must be saved in this project
12. each time you film, you will be responsible for importing your footage

13. Friday, 1/8- MUST BRING YOUR MUSIC (20 pts.)
-Students will learn to use the Sound Forge program

14. During the filming period, one video tutorial must be completed: TIMING TUTORIAL-Complete this while you are waiting for others to film

15. All footage must be exported by Wednesday, 1/19

1.2.11B - use and understand a variety of media and evaluate the quality of material produced