[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.