FILM & VIDEO
CURRICULUM OVERVIEW
This is a comprehensive one year foundation course for grades 9-12 which emphasizes studio production work in the field of film and video. Film and Video I is a prerequisite to Film and Video II and independent studies in film.
This course provides students with a series of production projects through which they will learn the three main stages of production, use of a video camera, use of non-linear editing systems, lighting equipment, and audio equipment. The students will create an advertising campaign which will ultimately produce a commercial. In addition the students will also produce a music video and a short film.
This course requires students to film and edit a school activity for airing on our local cable channel.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
The major objectives of Film & Video I include the following:
Students will be exposed to a wide variety of professional productions and the acquisition of knowledge in the production process necessary to move on to more advanced techniques.
Students will attain a better understanding of the elements and principles of film and video which will lead to a higher quality of production in the professional field.
Students will broaden their media vocabulary and their understanding of aesthetics, while they come to appreciate the importance of production in contemporary life.
Students will work to improve their writing, filming, and editing skills as they work in all three stages of production.
COURSE ENRICHMENT
Classwork will be enriched through visits by experts from the field.
COURSE EVALUATION
Students are graded on their skill, as well as, on the effort they put into their work and their grasping of the concept(s) being taught. Personal growth, constructive use of class time, and careful execution of assigned work are the major criteria for grading. Respect for the work place is also emphasized. Rubrics outlining the requirements for a successful project are reviewed for each major assignment before final grading.
¨ Classwork equals 40% of the grade
¨ Class participation and responsibility equal 10% of the grade
¨ Major production assignments equals 50% of the grade
TEXTBOOKS
Although students do not receive individual textbooks, there is a vast array of reference materials in the classroom. Students are encouraged to use these reference materials for inspiration and creative solutions. Video Maker magazine is used periodically for useful tips.
TEACHER AVAILABILITY
Students are free to use the TV Studio during their blocks of free time, lunch, or after school.
The instructor is available each day for extra help by appointment during mutually convenient times.
Parents can contact the instructor by phone at 793- 6130 ext. 4634 or e-mail at: mgoldstei@eufsdk12.org
CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Video Production Club: Open to all students
Film Festival: Open to all students