Final Top 8: Draw Something 14

[Assignment] Introduction to Databases

Background

A database is a software application that stores data in a form that can be easily searched. Banks, websites, governments, sports teams, hospitals, and many other companies and organizations use databases on a daily basis. The people in charge of maintaining these databases are known as database administrators. Skilled database administrators can make $100,000 a year or more in salary. For this project, students will use Microsoft Access to create a simple database of information about theme parks in the United States.

Introduction to Databases

Please watch the following video.

Database Vocabulary

For this class there are four important vocabulary terms related to databases. Please search for the definitions of the following terms and write them in your journal. Make sure all definitions relate to their usage in a database.

1. Fields
2. Records
3. Queries
4. SQL

Content Rubric

Your database should contain the following:

1. NAME OF PARK field. [Short Text] [1 Point]
2. CITY field. [Short Text] [1 Point]
3. STATE field. [Short Text] [1 Point]
4. DRIVING DISTANCE (Miles) field. [Number] [1 Point]
5. ADULT ADMISSION field. [Currency] [1 Point]
6. CHILD ADMISSION field. [Currency] [1 Point]
7. MEAL PLAN COST field. [Currency] [1 Point]
8. At least 20 records, no more than 5 in Florida. [10 Points]
9. One SELECT QUERY that can sort by state. [10 Points]
10. Bonus: Create an ACTION QUERY that can sort by DRIVING DISTANCE and ADULT ADMISSION. [+10 Points]

Query Help & Tutorials

• Creating Action Queries
• Create Select Queries

Process Rubric

• File name is: lastname_firstname_themeparks [5 Points]
• File format is Microsoft Access (.accdb) [5 Points]
• Project is submitted to Focus by 05/25/2018 by 11:59PM [20 Points]

[Daily Agenda] Friday. May 11, 2018

Topic

Web Design and Development

Essential Questions

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1. How is contrast used in web design?
2. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Nothing new today.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Finish working on My Favorite Noun. Submit the project late if you have not done so already.

Finish working on Draw Something 14.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on any Cornell Notes assignments that are due.

[Assignment] Draw Something 14: Literature Study

Background Info.

For this Draw Something assignment, choose your favorite piece of literature. It could be a poem, short story, comic book, or novel. You will use Paint.net to create an image of a character or setting from that text. Your image should reflect the description of the character or setting as described in the text!

Content Rubric

• Your FIRST NAME and LAST INITIAL only is placed in the bottom right corner of image. [5 Points]
• The name of the character/setting and the name of the text are placed UNDER your First Name and Last Initial. [5 Points]
• Image demonstrates significant investment of time and effort. (Subjective) [20 Points]

Process Rubric

• File name is lastname_firstname_drawsomething14 [5 Points]
• File format is Portable Network Graphics (.png) [5 Points]
• Submitted to Focus no later than 05/18/2018 at 11:59PM. [10 Points]

Estimated Time for Completion: 2 Class Periods

the assignment.

Character Examples

• Zeus
• Ponyboy
• Dr. Sherlock Holmes
• Leonardo, Donatello, Michaelangelo, or Raphael
• Hermione (Granger)
• Algernon

Setting Examples

• Hades
• Hogwart's
• Where The Sidewalk Ends
• Krynn
• The Scorch
• District 12

[Daily Agenda] May 01, 2018

Topic

Web Design and Development

Essential Questions

a

1. How is contrast used in web design?
2. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Students will view two short videos explaining how to use CSS and submit the final product for My Favorite Noun.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Finish working on My Favorite Noun. It is due Friday, May 04, 2018 by 11:59PM.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on any Cornell Notes assignments that are due.

[Daily Agenda] Monday, April 30, 2018

Topic

Essential Questions

2. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Today you should:

1. [RESERVED FOR FUTURE USE.]
2. [RESERVED FOR FUTURE USE.]
3. [RESERVED FOR FUTURE USE.]

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on any Cornell Notes assignments that are due.

[Daily Agenda] Tuesday, April 10, 2018

Topic

Web Design and Development

Essential Questions

1. What are the basic components of the HTML language?
2. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Today you should:

1. Read through the My Favorite Noun project rubric.
2. Finish the Make a Website Codecademy.com activity.
3. [RESERVED FOR FUTURE USE.]

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Students will learn how to correctly setup their folders for the My Favorite Noun project.

Students will learn how to use the basic components of the HTML language:

• Open and Close Tags
• Elements
• Attributes

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Finish working on Make a Website Codecademy.com activity. Once you have 100% completed please show the teacher.

Begin working on My Favorite Noun.

Begin working on Draw Something 13.

Continue working on 60 Second Speech #04.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on any Cornell Notes assignments that are due.

[Daily Agenda] Monday, April 09, 2018

Topic

Web Design and Development

Essential Questions

1. What are the basic components of the HTML language?
2. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Today you should:

1. Read through the My Favorite Noun project rubric.
2. Finish the Make a Website Codecademy.com activity.
3. Take notes on the Intro. to Web Design and Development PowerPoint.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Students will learn how to correctly setup their folders for the My Favorite Noun project.

Students will learn how to use the basic components of the HTML language:

• Open and Close Tags
• Elements
• Attributes

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Finish working on Make a Website Codecademy.com activity. Once you have 100% completed please show the teacher.

Begin working on My Favorite Noun.

Begin working on Draw Something 13.

Continue working on 60 Second Speech #04.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on any Cornell Notes assignments that are due.

[Digital Art] Draw Something 13: Comic Strip

Background Info.

Comic strips and comic books are a popular aspect of many cultures. They could be political cartoons, stories about mutants and superheroes, or just a story about a boy and his tiger. Regardless of the topic, comics use graphics and text to relay their message. For this Draw Something, you will create a short comic strip.

Below is a list of free online comic strip creation sites. You are free to choose one of the five listed here or something else. TOONDOO is the site I use and am most familiar with. If you encounter problems using one of the other sites you have to search for a solution on your own.

• Witty Comics
• Make Beliefs Comix!
• Strip Generator
• ToonDoo

SOME OF THESE SITES HAVE PAY-ONLY FEATURES. YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO PURCHASE ANY OF THESE FEATURES TO COMPLETE THIS PROJECT.

Possible topics for your comic:

1. Differences between adults and teens.
2. Hassles of having to do chores.
3. Reasons why you don't like broccoli.
4. Positive message for mental health advocacy.

Teacher Example

By mrkelleymms | View this Toon at ToonDoo | Create your own Toon

Content Rubric

Your comics trip should:

• Use at least two panels. [5 Points]
• Feature at least one character. [5 Points]
• Uses at least one speech or thought "bubble". [5 Points]
• Demonstrates an obvious investment of time and effort. [15 Points]

Process Rubric

• File name is lastname_firstname_drawsomething13 [10 Points]
• File format is Portable Network Graphics (.png), Krita (.kra) or other. [10 Points]
• Submitted to Focus OR shared via OneDrive no later than 04/15/2018 at 11:59PM. [20 Points]

[Assignment] [Web Design] My Favorite Noun

Rubric

Please click here for the rubric.

Important Reference Site

1. W3Schools HTML Reference
2. CSS Reference
3. Color Picker

Vocab. PowerPoint

Intro. to Web Design and Development PowerPoint
Intro. to Web Design and Development PowerPoint [Spanish]
Intro. to CSS PowerPoint
Intro. to CSS PowerPoint [Spanish]

Example Project Files

The following files will contain example project files to help you complete the My Favorite Noun project.

• Example Project #01
• Test Test Test
• Please click here to watch a video on using the example project files linked above.

Using CSS

Please click here to watch a short video on how to use CSS in your project.

Examples

Two-Column Layout Example.

Image as Hyperlink

Please click here for an example .html file that uses an image as a hyperlink.

Example CSS File

Please click here for Mr. Kelley's CSS Examples.

Submitting the Finished Product

Please watch this video to learn how to submit your finished product for the My Favorite Noun project. They are due Friday, May 04, 2018 by 11:59pm.

[Assignment] Website Building

Background Information

The world wide web is one of the most widely used services on the Internet. It allows the user to access information from all over the world in a matter of seconds. Learning how to build and design websites is a fun skill. It also provides an opportunity to have a high paying job. Experienced web designers can easily make $50,000 a year or more.

Directions

1. First create an account on Codecademy.com if you do not have one already. PLEASE USE YOUR DCPS E-MAIL.
2. Login to your DCPS e-mail and verify your account on Codecademy.com by opening the e-mail from Codecademy.com and following the instructions.

Assignments

Students will need to complete the following courses:

1. Make a Website

Must be finished by April 13, 2018 at the end of your class period.

[Assignment] 60 Second Speech #04: Personal Improvement Project

Background Info.

This is the final 60 Second Speech assignment for the year. This speech should demonstrate your growth as a public speaker. It should also show improvement in the quality of the PowerPoint you make as well.

For this speech, you will choose some aspect of your personal life that you want to improve. It could be your math grade, your ollie to kick-flip ability, how well you can cook a steak, or getting along better with your siblings. The point is to choose something that you will enjoy working on for this project.

Directions

1. If you did not complete 60 Second Speech #02 you must complete this presentation.
2. If you did complete 60 Second Speech #02 but did not do 60 Second Speech #03 you must do this one.
3. If you did comomplete 60 Second Speech #02 and #03, you can do this presentation for extra credit.

S.M.A.R.T. Goal

Regardless of which topic you choose, it must be stated as a SMART goal. This is a method of setting goals that makes it easier to define and meet those goals. The SMART acronym will be explained below with examples.

1. Specific: Your goal must be specific.
   • Example: "I want to improve my 100 meter freestyle time." or "I need to get better at dividing fractions."
   • Non-Example: "I want to swim better." or "I need to learn math."
2. Measureable: Your goal must be measureable in some way. You will need a baseline measurement when you start. You will need a measurement at the end of the project too.
   • Example: "My Fortnite win rate was 0.56 to start. After this project, my win rate was 0.75."
   • Non-Example: "When I started, fractions were hard. Now I think they're easier."
3. Achievable: Your goal must be something you can actually achieve considering the time and resources available.
   • Example: "My goal is to get a 4 or better on my FSA Reading test." or "I want to learn how to cook chicken parmesan without burning it."
   • Non-Example: "I want to win a gold medal in Olympic ice dancing." or "I would like to bench press 350 lbs."
4. Relevant: Choose a goal that is important to you. If the goal is not relevant you won't want to work on it.
5. Time: You must establish a time frame to meet your goal. For this project you have approximately 7 weeks to meet your goal. Choose something you can accomplish in this time.
   • Example: "I would like to improve my sight-reading ability by May 1st, 2018."
   • Non-Example: "I would like to run faster this year."

Complete Example #01: "By May 1st, I would like to improve my current mile time of 6:36 by at least 15 seconds."
Complete Example #02: "I would like to reduce the number of times I fight with my brother from once a day to once a week by June 1st."

Expectations

The expectations for this project are simple:

• You need to spend at least one hour a week working towards your goal.
• You need to keep a Excel spreadsheet log that includes the following:
  1. Date you worked on the goal.
  2. Time you spent working on the goal. [In Minutes]
  3. What you actually did to work on the goal.

Writing the Speech

Using this information you will need to plan and write a speech that should take 60 seconds to present. Usually, five to seven paragraphs is required to discuss all of the required information. When planning and writing your speech please make sure that you:

1. Introduce yourself to the audience.
2. Tell the audience what your topic is.
3. Provide details and support for your topic.
4. Thank the audience at the end.

You are required to have a hard-copy of your speech when you present. You can either print it out OR write it down on index cards.

The PowerPoint

Students will also create a PowerPoint to present along with the speech.

Rule #1 of every 60 Second Speech assignment is DO NOT READ DIRECTLY FROM THE POWERPOINT.

The PowerPoint is meant to be a visual aid for the speech, not the focus of the presentation. Your PowerPoint should include the following slides:

1. TITLE SLIDE with NAME, TOPIC.
2. One slide that explains why you chose your topic.
3. One slide that explains what you did to practice/improve.
4. One slide that explains your final results.
5. CONCLUSION SLIDE

Pro-Tips for Great Slides

• Bullet points are usually better than sentences.
• No more than three or four bullet points per slide.
• Use a LARGE font so the audience can read it.
• Make sure the BACKGROUND and FONT COLOR contrast. (e.g. dark background with light font OR light background with dark font)
• No more than one or two pictures per slide.
• Keep sound effects and crazy transitions/animations to a minimum.

Speech and PowerPoint Rubric

New rubric will be posted soon.

Presentation Dates

• Presentations will begin the week of May 21st, 2018.
• A specific presentation order will be determined in class. Students will know at least one week before their scheduled presentation date.
• Students that are absent on their scheduled day will need to make-up their presentation during the next class period.

[Digital Art] Draw Something 12: Final Free Style

Background Info.

For this Draw Something, students are free to create an image of anything you choose. Your goal should be to demonstrate the best of your abilities when using Paint.net, Krita, or Adobe Photoshop.

Content Rubric

• Your FIRST NAME and LAST INITIAL only is placed in the bottom right corner of image. [15 Points]
• Image demonstrates significant investment of time and effort. (Subjective) [15 Points]

Process Rubric

• File name is lastname_firstname_drawsomething12 [5 Points]
• File format is Portable Network Graphics (.png) [5 Points]
• Submitted to Focus OR shared via OneDrive no later than 03/29/2018 at 11:59PM. [10 Points]

Estimated Time for Completion: 2 Class Periods

Failure to Complete

Students that do not complete and submit this assignment will be required to call their parent/guardian during class and explain why they did not complete the assignment.

[Policy Update] 3rd Quarter Final Grades

Important Information

Students that finish the 3rd quarter with a D or F due to one or more missing/incomplete assignments will lose computer access during the 4th quarter. Those students will be given alternative assignments to demonstrate an understanding of the standards covered by missing/incomplete assignments. Students will not be allowed to use the computers during class time until these assignments have been completed.

[Daily Agenda] Wednesday, February 28, 2018

Topic

Video Editing and Chromakey Technology

Essential Questions

1. How does chromakey work in video editing?
2. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Complete Meme Monday #06 if you were absent.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Continue working on Creating Animated Titles with OpenShot These assignments are now two class periods late. Today is the last day you can submit them.

Finish ChromaKey. It is now two one class period late.

Continue working on Video Final Project.

Finished with everything? Start working on Draw Something 11.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on any Cornell Notes assignments that are due.

[Digital Art] Draw Something 11: Movie Poster

Background Info.

Movie posters are a popular form of advertising. They are designed to catch the interest of potential movie watchers at the theater. The posters usually include graphics or images related to the movie, the movie title, and a list of the important people that worked on the movie: directors, producers, and actors and actresses.

For this Draw Something assignment, you will create a NEW poster for your favorite movie. You are free to use all of the tools at your disposal to make a great poster.

Remember, the poster is meant to CATCH YOUR EYE and make you want to see the movie!

Content Rubric

• FIRST NAME and LAST INITIAL in the bottom right corner. [2.5 Points]
• Includes the MOVIE TITLE. [2.5 Points]
• Includes the DIRECTOR and LEADING ACTORS/ACTRESSES. [2.5 Points]
• Demonstrate investment of time and effort. (Subjective) [2.5 Points]

Process Rubric

• File name is lastname_firstname_drawsomething11 [2.5 Points]
• File format is Portable Network Graphics (.png), Krita (.kra), or Paint.net (.pdn) [2.5 Points]
• Submitted to Focus OR shared via OneDrive no later than 03/09/2018 at 11:59PM. [10 Points]

Estimated Time for Completion: 2 Class Periods

Failure to Complete

Students that do not complete and submit this assignment will be required to call their parent/guardian during class and explain why they did not complete the assignment.

Original Examples

[Daily Agenda] Tuesday, February 27, 2018

Topic

Video Editing and Chromakey Technology

Essential Questions

1. How does chromakey work in video editing?
2. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Complete Meme Monday #06.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Begin working on Using a Clapperboard.

Continue working on Creating Animated Titles with OpenShot.

Complete Lightning Tips in your journal.

Continue working on Video Final Project.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on any Cornell Notes assignments that are due.

[Daily Agenda] Monday, February 26, 2018

Topic

Video Editing and Chromakey Technology

Essential Questions

1. How does chromakey work in video editing?
2. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Complete Meme Monday #06.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Begin working on Using a Clapperboard.

Continue working on Creating Animated Titles with OpenShot.

Complete Lightning Tips in your journal.

Continue working on Video Final Project.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on any Cornell Notes assignments that are due.

[In Your Journal] Meme Monday #06

The next round of 60 Second Speeches start next Monday. The PowerPoint is an important part of the project.  Many students did not have their file saved the last time.

For this Meme Monday assignment, please answer the following questions in your journal. 

1.] Identify at least two locations in which you could back-up your data. [1.5 Points]

2.] Explain how the PowerPoint can help you with your speech. [1.5 Points]

3.] Describe your feelings regarding the upcoming presentation. [1.5 Points]

4.] BONUS: Identify the movie from which this image meme was taken. [+1.5 Points]

Time for Completion: [20 Minutes]

This assignment will be checked during class.

Students that are present, but do not complete, this assignment will:

1. Lose 15 minutes of computer access time during the next class. Students that still do not complete the assignment will lose computer access until it is complete.


2. Receive 50% credit for the assignment once it is finished. Students that do not submit it by the end of the next class period will receive a zero. They will still need to complete it to regain computer access.

[Daily Agenda] Thursday, February 22, 2018

Topic

Video Editing and Lighting

Essential Questions

1. What is the 3-point lighting system?
2. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Students will learn how to Use Chromakey with OpenShot.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Begin working on Using a Clapperboard.

Continue working on Creating Animated Titles with OpenShot.

Complete Lightning Tips in your journal.

Continue working on Video Final Project.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on any Cornell Notes assignments that are due.

[Daily Agenda] Wednesday, February 21, 2018

Topic

Video Editing and Lighting

Essential Questions

1. What is the 3-point lighting system?
2. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Students will learn how to Use Chromakey with OpenShot.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Begin working on Using a Clapperboard.

Continue working on Creating Animated Titles with OpenShot.

Complete Lightning Tips in your journal.

Continue working on Video Final Project.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on any Cornell Notes assignments that are due.

[Daily Agenda] Tuesday, February 20, 2018

Topic

Video Editing and Lighting

Essential Questions

1. What is the 3-point lighting system?
2. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Students will learn how to Use Chromakey with OpenShot.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Begin working on Using a Clapperboard.

Continue working on Creating Animated Titles with OpenShot.

Complete Lightning Tips in your journal.

Continue working on Video Final Project.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on any Cornell Notes assignments that are due.

[Skills] Using Chromakey

Background

First, do some quick Internet research to find out what Chromakey is and how it works. Then, you will film a quick Chromakey scene to edit later with OpenShot.

Questions

1. What was the first film to use the chromakey process?
2. Briefly describe how the chromakey process works.
3. What items or materials are necessary for chromakey to work properly?

Filming

Once you have answered those questions, please see the teacher. Your answers will be checked for correctness. You will then get a chance to record a short scene in front of the chromakey screen.

Once you have recorded the scene, use OpenShot's chromakey filter to modify your video appearance.

Process Rubric

MAKE SURE YOU USE THE EXPORT VIDEO OPTION!

1. File name: lastname_firstname_chromakey [5 Points]
2. File format: .mp4 [5 Points]
3. Submitted to Focus drop box by 02/26/2018 at 11:59PM. [10 Points]

[Daily Agenda] Friday, February 16, 2018

Topic

Video Editing and Lighting

Essential Questions

1. What is the 3-point lighting system?
2. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Begin working on Using a Clapperboard.

Continue working on Creating Animated Titles with OpenShot.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Begin working on Using a Clapperboard.

Continue working on Creating Animated Titles with OpenShot.

Complete Meme Monday #05. It is now two class periods late.

Complete Lightning Tips in your journal.

Complete Draw Something 10. It is now 2 class period late.

Continue working on Video Final Project.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on any Cornell Notes assignments that are due.

[In Your Journal] Using a Clapperboard

Background

This is a picture of a clapperboard. It is a tool used when recording video for later editing. It allows for easy organization of hundreds or thousands of recorded shots.

Directions

Use this website to learn some background information about clapperboards.

Once you have read through it, identify and describe what each of the labels on the class clapperboard means. Also include information about how to fill out each section correctly.

When you are finished show your work to the teacher. If it's correct you will get an opportunity to practice using the clapperboard.

Practice

You are the director for a production called Clapperboard Practice. You are recording take 5 of scene 7 on roll 3. Your best camera is broken so you are recording with Camera B. It is a daytime, interior shot. You will not use a filter. You will not use the clapperboard to sync with other cameras. You will record the audio from this camera.

Read through the paragraph above. It describes an example scene you would shoot. Jot down the information from this paragraph that would be written on the clapperboard.

Have the teacher check it. Once it is checked and correct you can practice using the clapperboard.

[Skills] Creating Animated Titles with OpenShot

Please click here to access the rubric.

[Daily Agenda] February 13, 2018

Topic

Video Editing and Lighting

Essential Questions

1. What is the 3-point lighting system?
2. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Complete Meme Monday #05.

Complete Lighting Tips in your journal.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Complete Meme Monday #05.

Complete Lightning Tips in your journal.

Complete Draw Something 10. It is now 1 class period late.

Continue working on Video Final Project.

Complete the Mystery vs. Suspense activity. It is now two class periods late.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on any Cornell Notes assignments that are due.

[Daily Agenda] Monday, February 12, 2018

Topic

Video Editing and Lighting

Essential Questions

1. What is the 3-point lighting system?
2. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Complete Meme Monday #05.

Complete Lighting Tips in your journal.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Complete Meme Monday #05.

Complete Lightning Tips in your journal.

Complete Draw Something 10. It is now 1 class period late.

Continue working on Video Final Project.

Complete the Mystery vs. Suspense activity. It is now two class periods late.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on any Cornell Notes assignments that are due.

[In Your Journal] Lighting Tips

Background

Lightning a scene properly is one of the most important tasks for creating good video projects. For this assignment, you will look at tips and a tutorial from the MediaCollege website.

Directions

Please complete the following:

1. Read the information found on this page.
2. Sketch and label a diagram that with key light, back light, and fill light.
3. Write a short description of the function each light serves.
4. Check out this 3-Point Lighting Simulator.
5. This simulator shows you the effects of different lights in the 3-point system.

After you have completed that, please:

1. Identify at least three tips for lighting people from this link.
2. Identify at least three safety tips when using lighting from this link.

Time for Completion: [30 Minutes]

This assignment will be checked before the next class period.

Students that are present, but do not complete, this assignment will:

1. Lose 15 minutes of computer access time during the next class. Students that still do not complete the assignment will lose computer access until it is complete.


2. Receive 50% credit for the assignment once it is finished. Students that do not submit it by the end of the next class period will receive a zero. They will still need to complete it to regain computer access.

[In Your Journal] Meme Monday #05

Questions

1. Explain why you think students often have to work in groups. [1.5 Points]
2. Describe one of the following examples: [1.5 Points]
   1. An example of when you let down the other members of your group.
   2. An example of when you "saved" the other members of your group.
3. List at least two tips or pieces of advice for being a responsible group member. [1.5 Points]
4. Bonus: Identify the professional athlete in this picture and the team for which he plays. [+1.5 Points]

Time for Completion: [20 Minutes]

This assignment will be checked before the next class period.

Students that are present, but do not complete, this assignment will:

1. Lose 15 minutes of computer access time during the next class. Students that still do not complete the assignment will lose computer access until it is complete.


2. Receive 50% credit for the assignment once it is finished. Students that do not submit it by the end of the next class period will receive a zero. They will still need to complete it to regain computer access.

[Daily Agenda] Thursday, February 08, 2018

Topic

Video Editing

Essential Questions

1. What are the basic camera shots used in video editing?
2. What are the basic camera movements used in video editing?
3. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Students will complete the Mystery vs. Suspense activity during class.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Complete Plot Diagram activity. It is now three class periods late.

Complete Draw Something 10. It is due by Friday, February 09, 2018.

Continue working on Video Final Project.

Complete the Mystery vs. Suspense activity. It is due by the end of class today.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on any Cornell Notes assignments that are due.

[Assignment] [In Your Journal] Mystery versus Suspense

Information

Alfred Hitchcock is one of the best film directors of all time. He was a master of suspense. Some of his films, such as Psycho and Rear Window, are ranked among the all-time greats. In the video linked below, Hitchcock explains what he considers to be the different between mystery and suspense.

If necessary, turn on the CLOSED CAPTIONS as his accent can be difficult to understand.

After watching the video please answer the following questions in your journal:

1. According to Hitchcock, what is the difference between mystery and suspense?
2. Think of an example of a movie, television show, or story you have read that uses mystery or suspense. How were these techniques used by the author/director?
3. Can you use these ideas about mystery and suspense in your video? Explain why or why not.

This assignment is due before the end of the class period today.

[Daily Agenda] Monday, February 05, 2018

Topic

Video Editing

Essential Questions

1. What are the basic camera shots used in video editing?
2. What are the basic camera movements used in video editing?
3. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Students will discuss the video project.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Complete Plot Diagram activity. It is now two class periods late.

Complete Draw Something 10.

Begin working on Video Final Project.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on any Cornell Notes assignments that are due.

[Daily Agenda] Tuesday, January 30, 2018

Topic

Digital Art & Video Editing

Essential Questions

1. What are some of the basic functions of the Krita software?
2. What are the basic camera shots used in video editing?
3. What are the basic camera movements used in video editing?
4. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Students will discuss the role of storyboards and practice making a storyboard.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Complete the Story Board Activity #01.

Complete Meme Monday #04.

Complete Plot Diagram activity.

Complete Draw Something 10.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on any Cornell Notes assignments that are due.

[Assignment] 60 Second Speech #03: Pick A Card!

Background Info.

This is the final 60 Second Speech assignment for the year. This speech should demonstrate your growth as a public speaker. It should also show improvement in the quality of the PowerPoint you make as well.

Directions

1. If you did not complete 60 Second Speech #02 you must complete this presentation.
2. If you did complete 60 Second Speech #02 you can choose this presentation or 60 Second Speech #04.
3. You will pull a card at random from a traditional 52-card deck.
4. The card that you pull will determine what the topic is for your speech.
5. You can redraw one time, but must accept the second card.

Topics

• 2: Describe your most embarrassing moment.
• 3: Describe a time you were scared or afraid.
• 4: Describe the funniest moment of your life.
• 5: Imagine you have been abducted by alien lifeforms. Explain what life is like as a human to the alien lifeforms.
• 6: Describe a time you disappointed someone else.
• 7: Describe something you would change about yourself and explain why.
• 8: Describe a person you would like to spend a day with and explain why.
• 9: Imagine you have just won a major award. Describe the award and explain why it is important to you.
• 10: Describe a time you "saved the day".
• Jack [J]: Describe your most triumphant moment.
• Queen [Q]: Describe your most epic failure.
• King [K]: Explain how you would make school more enjoyable.
• Ace [A]: Draw two cards and pick one.
• Joker: Student Choice

Writing the Speech

Using this information you will need to plan and write a speech that should take 60 seconds to present. Usually, five to seven paragraphs is required to discuss all of the required information. When planning and writing your speech please make sure that you:

1. Introduce yourself to the audience.
2. Tell the audience what your topic is.
3. Provide details and support for your topic.
4. Thank the audience at the end.

You are required to have a hard-copy of your speech when you present. You can either print it out OR write it down on index cards.

The PowerPoint

Students will also create a PowerPoint to present along with the speech.

Rule #1 of every 60 Second Speech assignment is DO NOT READ DIRECTLY FROM THE POWERPOINT.

The PowerPoint is meant to be a visual aid for the speech, not the focus of the presentation. Your PowerPoint should include the following slides:

1. TITLE SLIDE with NAME, TOPIC.
2. At least three slides with information.
3. CONCLUSION SLIDE

Pro-Tips for Great Slides

• Bullet points are usually better than sentences.
• No more than three or four bullet points per slide.
• Use a LARGE font so the audience can read it.
• Make sure the BACKGROUND and FONT COLOR contrast. (e.g. dark background with light font OR light background with dark font)
• No more than one or two pictures per slide.
• Keep sound effects and crazy transitions/animations to a minimum.

Speech and PowerPoint Rubric

New rubric will be posted soon.

Presentation Dates

• Presentations will begin the week of March 5, 2018.
• A specific presentation order will be determined in class. Students will know at least one week before their scheduled presentation date.
• Students that are absent on their scheduled day will need to make-up their presentation during the next class period.

[Daily Agenda] Monday, January 29, 2018

Topic

Digital Art & Video Editing

Essential Questions

1. What are some of the basic functions of the Krita software?
2. What are the basic camera shots used in video editing?
3. What are the basic camera movements used in video editing?
4. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Students will discuss the role of storyboards and practice making a storyboard.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Complete the Story Board Activity #01.

Complete Meme Monday #04.

Complete Plot Diagram activity.

Complete Draw Something 12.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on any Cornell Notes assignments that are due.

[Assignment] [In Your Journal] Setting the Table by Creating a Plot Diagram

Background

For this assignment students will do some online research about plot diagrams. Many students may have made one in language arts class. With video, you are trying to tell a story. Having a plot diagram will usually make that story better.

Directions

1. Use a search engine to find information on plot diagrams.
2. Sketch a plot diagram in your journal.
3. Make sure to label the following parts of the diagram:
   • Exposition
   • Rising Action
   • Climax
   • Falling Action
   • Resolution
4. Write a brief 1-2 sentence explanation of the features or characteristics of the five parts listed above.

Setting the Table

Plot diagrams are similar to the same steps for having a great meal.

1. During the exposition you are basically setting the table. If you see a soup spoon or a steak knife you have some idea of what is for dinner. Likewise, if you see a wizard or a spy, you have some idea of what will take place in the story.
2. The rising action is like getting an appetizer. It is something to increase your appetite and make you ready for the next course.
3. The climax is the main course of the meal. It is the moment you have waited for since you sat down. It should be the best part of the meal.
4. The falling action is the dessert course. You may have just stuffed yourself but you can find room for some ice cream or cake. This part of the plot adds a finishing touch to the story.
5. During the resolution it's time to pay the bill. All loose ends should be wrapped up at this part of the story.

Questions

1. First, think about your favorite story or movie.
2. What happens during the plot?
3. Create a plot diagram in your journal.
4. Describe what happens in your story during each of the stages of the plot diagram. Write 1-2 sentences for each stage.
5. Now that you are hungry from thinking about food, describe your favorite meal. What would you eat as an appetizer, main course, and dessert.

Time for Completion: [30 Minutes]

This assignment will be checked before the next class period.

Students that are present, but do not complete, this assignment will:

1. Lose 15 minutes of computer access time during the next class. Students that still do not complete the assignment will lose computer access until it is complete.


2. Receive 50% credit for the assignment once it is finished. Students that do not submit it by the end of the next class period will receive a zero. They will still need to complete it to regain computer access.

[Assignment] Draw Something 10: (Anti-) Valentine's Day Cards

Info.

Valentine's Day is either a happy day or a sad day. For this Draw Something, you will create a Valentine's Day Card to reflect your feelings on this holiday.

Content Rubric

1. First Name, Last Initial ONLY in bottom right corner. [2.5 Points]
2. Image uses a border/outline. [2.5 Points]
3. Image uses at least two other pictures / clip-art items. [2.5 Points]
4. Image contains at least a four line Valentine's Poem. [2.5 Points]
5. Demonstrates time and effort to create a high quality Valentine's Day Card. [10 Points]

Process Rubric

1. File Name: lastname_firstname_drawsomething10 [2.5 Points]
2. File Format: Portable Network Graphic (.png) or Krita (.kra) or Paint.net (.pdn) [2.5 Points]
3. File is submitted by 11:59PM on 02/09/2018. [10 Points]

Pro-Tips

1. You can make a serious or funny Valentine's Day Card.

Anti-Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day

[In Your Journal] Meme Monday #04

Questions

1. Explain why not wasting time with school work is an important skill to learn.


2. Choose one of the following:
   1. Describe an actual example of a situation where you wasted your time on a project, household chore, or other task.
   
   
   2. Describe an actual example of a situation where you finished a project, household chore, or other task ahead of schedule.


3. Describe how the example above made you feel.


4. List at least two tips or pieces of advice for using time efficiently.
5. Bonus: Identify the movie from which this image meme was taken.

Time for Completion: [20 Minutes]

This assignment will be checked before the end of this class period.

Students that are present, but do not complete this assignment will:

1. Lose 15 minutes of computer access time during the next class. Students that still do not complete the assignment will lose computer access until it is complete.


2. Receive 50% credit for the assignment once it is finished. Students that do not submit it by the end of the next class period will receive a zero. They will still need to complete it to regain computer access.

[Daily Agenda] Monday, January 22, 2018

Topic

Digital Art & Video Editing

Essential Questions

1. What are some of the basic functions of the Krita software?
2. What are the basic camera shots used in video editing?
3. What are the basic camera movements used in video editing?
4. What will you do today to be better than you were yesterday?

Prep Work [5-10 Minutes]

Every day you should:

1. Login to DCPS OneView.
2. Read your DCPS e-mail.
3. Race three races on NitroType.
4. Follow any additional instructions from the teacher.

Instruction [10-20 Minutes]

Students will discuss the role of storyboards and practice making a storyboard.

Work [45-60 Minutes]

Complete the following assignments in your journal:

1. Video Editing Basics
2. Camera Movements
3. Pixar's 22 Rules of Story Telling

They are now one class period late if you have not finished them. If you do not turn them in today they will be two class periods late.

Complete the Story Board Activity #01.

Break Down [5 Minutes]

Before you leave please do the following::

1. BACKUP your data in at least two locations.
2. RESTART the computer.
3. TURN OFF the monitor.
4. COLLECT your materials.
5. WAIT quietly to be dismissed.
6. PUSH in your chair when you leave.
7. THROW away any trash in the trashcan as you leave.

Homework to Increase Student Learning

Continue working on any Cornell Notes assignments that are due.