l3-2-1 Vocabulary: Learning Filmmaking Vocabulary by Making Films
Students are introduced to the vocabulary of film as they go through the process of creating a short original film. This unit provides instruction on key aspects of digital video filmmaking: plotting, script, storyboarding, camera work (shots, angles), and editing (transitions, title, credits, visual effects, sound effects, etc.). Once students are familiar with the techniques and terms introduced in this lesson, they can apply their new skills to bring other content areas to life through filmmaking. The activities involved in filmmaking can be particularly helpful to English language learners (ELLs) because the visual component helps ELL’s consolidate their knowledge.
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Standards & Objectives
Academic standards
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.6.1
- Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.6.2
- Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.6.3
- Use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.7.1
- Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.7.3
- Use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.7.5
- Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.7.6
- Acquire and use accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases; gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.8.1
- Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.8.2
- Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.8.3
- Use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.8.4
- Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words or phrases based on grade 8 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.8.5
- Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.8.6
- Acquire and use accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases; gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.7.2
- Determine two or more central ideas in a text and analyze their development over the course of the text; provide an objective summary of the text.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.7.6
- Determine an author's point of view or purpose in a text and analyze how the author distinguishes his or her position from that of others.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.7.8
- Trace and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text, assessing whether the reasoning is sound and the evidence is relevant and sufficient...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.7.9
- Analyze how two or more authors writing about the same topic shape their presentations of key information by emphasizing different evidence or...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.8.1
- Cite the textual evidence that most strongly supports an analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.8.10
- By the end of the year, read and comprehend literary nonfiction at the high end of the grades 6-8 text complexity band independently and proficiently.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.8.6
- Determine an author's point of view or purpose in a text and analyze how the author acknowledges and responds to conflicting evidence or viewpoints.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.8.7
- Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of using different mediums (e.g., print or digital text, video, multimedia) to present a particular topic...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.8.8
- Delineate and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text, assessing whether the reasoning is sound and the evidence is relevant and...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.8.9
- Analyze a case in which two or more texts provide conflicting information on the same topic and identify where the texts disagree on matters of fact...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.7.6
- Analyze how an author develops and contrasts the points of view of different characters or narrators in a text.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.7.7
- Compare and contrast a written story, drama, or poem to its audio, filmed, staged, or multimedia version, analyzing the effects of techniques unique...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.8.1
- Cite the textual evidence that most strongly supports an analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.8.4
- Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the impact of specific...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.6.1
- Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 6 topics, texts,...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.6.3
- Delineate a speaker's argument and specific claims, distinguishing claims that are supported by reasons and evidence from claims that are not.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.6.5
- Include multimedia components (e.g., graphics, images, music, sound) and visual displays in presentations to clarify information.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.6.6
- Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate. (See grade 6 Language...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.7.1
- Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 7 topics, texts,...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.7.2
- Analyze the main ideas and supporting details presented in diverse media and formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively, orally) and explain how the...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.7.3
- Delineate a speaker's argument and specific claims, evaluating the soundness of the reasoning and the relevance and sufficiency of the evidence.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.7.4
- Present claims and findings, emphasizing salient points in a focused, coherent manner with pertinent descriptions, facts, details, and examples; use...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.7.5
- Include multimedia components and visual displays in presentations to clarify claims and findings and emphasize salient points.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.7.6
- Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate. (See grade 7 Language...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.8.1
- Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 8 topics, texts,...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.8.2
- Analyze the purpose of information presented in diverse media and formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively, orally) and evaluate the motives (e.g.,...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.8.3
- Delineate a speaker's argument and specific claims, evaluating the soundness of the reasoning and relevance and sufficiency of the evidence and...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.8.4
- Present claims and findings, emphasizing salient points in a focused, coherent manner with relevant evidence, sound valid reasoning, and well-chosen...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.8.5
- Integrate multimedia and visual displays into presentations to clarify information, strengthen claims and evidence, and add interest.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.8.6
- Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate. (See grade 8 Language...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.6.1
- Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.6.10
- Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two)...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.6.2
- Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.6.3
- Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, relevant descriptive details, and well-structured event...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.6.4
- Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (Grade-specific...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.6.5
- With some guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.6.6
- Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing as well as to interact and collaborate with others; demonstrate sufficient...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.6.7
- Conduct short research projects to answer a question, drawing on several sources and refocusing the inquiry when appropriate.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.6.8
- Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources; assess the credibility of each source; and quote or paraphrase the data and...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.6.9
- Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.7.1
- Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.7.10
- Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two)...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.7.2
- Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.7.3
- Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, relevant descriptive details, and well-structured event...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.7.6
- Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and link to and cite sources as well as to interact and collaborate with...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.7.7
- Conduct short research projects to answer a question, drawing on several sources and generating additional related, focused questions for further...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.7.8
- Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, using search terms effectively; assess the credibility and accuracy of each...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.8.1
- Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.8.2
- Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.8.3
- Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, relevant descriptive details, and well-structured event...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.8.4
- Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (Grade-specific...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.8.5
- With some guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.8.7
- Conduct short research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question), drawing on several sources and generating additional...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.8.8
- Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, using search terms effectively; assess the credibility and accuracy of each...
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.8.9
- Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.
- GLE 0301.1.1
- Demonstrate knowledge of Standard English usage, mechanics, and spelling.
- GLE 0601.1.1
- Demonstrate control of Standard English through the use of grammar and mechanics (punctuation, capitalization, and spelling).
- GLE 0601.2.1
- Demonstrate critical listening skills essential for comprehension, evaluation, problem solving, and task completion.
- GLE 0601.2.2
- Begin to differentiate between summarizing and paraphrasing.
- GLE 0601.2.6
- Understand strategies for expressing ideas clearly and effectively in a variety of oral contexts.
- GLE 0601.2.8
- Participate in work teams and group discussions.
- GLE 0601.3.1
- Write in a variety of modes for different audiences and purposes.
- GLE 0601.3.3
- Organize ideas into an essay with an introduction, developing paragraphs, conclusion, and appropriate transitions.
- GLE 0601.4.2
- Gather relevant information from a variety of print and electronic sources, as well as from direct observation, interviews, and surveys.
- GLE 0601.4.3
- Make distinctions about the credibility, reliability, consistency, strengths, and limitations of resources, including information gathered from websites.
- GLE 0601.4.4
- Write a research paper, using primary and secondary sources and technology and graphics, as appropriate.
- GLE 0601.7.3
- Recognize how visual and sound techniques and design elements (e.g., special effects, camera angles, music) carry or influence messages in various media.
- GLE 0701.1.1
- Demonstrate control of Standard English through grammar usage, and mechanics (punctuation, capitalization, and spelling).
- GLE 0701.2.6
- Deliver effective oral presentations.
- GLE 0701.2.7
- Participate in work teams and group discussions.
- GLE 0701.3.3
- Organize ideas into an essay with an introduction, developing paragraphs, conclusion, and appropriate transitions.
- GLE 0701.4.2
- Gather relevant information from a variety of print and electronic sources, as well as from direct observation, interviews, and surveys.
- GLE 0701.4.4
- Write a research paper, using primary and secondary sources and technology and graphics, as appropriate.
- GLE 0701.6.1
- Comprehend and summarize the main ideas and supporting details of informational texts.
- GLE 0701.7.3
- Recognize how visual and sound techniques and design elements (e.g., special effects, camera angles, music) carry or influence messages in various media.
- GLE 0801.1.1
- Demonstrate control of Standard English through grammar usage, and mechanics (punctuation, capitalization, and spelling).
- GLE 0801.2.7
- Participate in work teams and group discussions.
- GLE 0801.3.3
- Organize ideas into an essay with an introduction, developing paragraphs, conclusion, and appropriate transitions.
- GLE 0801.4.2
- Gather relevant information from a variety of print and electronic sources, as well as from direct observation, interviews, and surveys.
- GLE 0801.4.3
- Make distinctions about the credibility, reliability, consistency, strengths, and limitations of resources, including information gathered from websites.
- GLE 0801.5.5
- Explore the concept of premises, including false premises.
- GLE 0801.7.3
- Recognize how visual and sound techniques and design elements (e.g., special effects, camera angles, music) carry or influence messages in various media.
- SPI 0601.1.1
- Identify the correct use of nouns (i.e., common/proper, singular/plural, possessives) and pronouns (i.e., agreement, subject, object) within context.
- SPI 0601.2.4
- Select the most appropriate behaviors for participating productively in a team (e.g., contribute appropriate and useful information and ideas, understand the...
- SPI 0601.2.5
- Identify the functions and responsibilities of individual roles within an organized group (i.e., reporter, recorder, information gatherer, leader, timekeeper).
- SPI 0601.3.1
- Identify the purpose for writing (i.e., to inform, to describe, to explain, to persuade).
- SPI 0601.3.12
- Select the most appropriate format for writing a specific work-related text (i.e., instructions, directions, letters, memos, e-mails, reports).
- SPI 0601.3.5
- Select illustrations, descriptions, and/or facts to support key ideas.
- SPI 0601.3.8
- Select appropriate time-order or transitional words/phrases to enhance the flow of a writing sample.
- SPI 0601.3.9
- Select an appropriate concluding sentence for a well-developed paragraph.
- SPI 0601.4.3
- Determine the most appropriate research source for a given research topic.
- SPI 0701.1.20
- Recognize and use grade appropriate and/or content specific vocabulary within context.
- SPI 0701.1.3
- Identify the correct use of adjectives (i.e., common/proper, comparative/superlative, adjective clauses) and adverbs (i.e., comparative and superlative forms)...
- SPI 0701.1.7
- Identify within context a variety of appropriate sentence combining techniques (i.e., comma with coordinating conjunction, use of semicolon, introductory...
- SPI 0701.2.7
- Select the most appropriate behaviors for participating productively in a team (e.g., ask primarily relevant questions that move the team toward its goal and...
- SPI 0701.3.5
- Select the appropriate time-order or transitional words/phrases to enhance the flow of a writing sample.
- SPI 0701.3.8
- Select an appropriate concluding sentence for a well-developed paragraph.
- SPI 0701.5.5
- Select the correct word or phrase to complete an analogy, using synonyms, antonyms, homonyms, categories, subcategories, whole/part, functions, and verb forms.
- SPI 0701.7.2
- Select the visual image that best reinforces a viewpoint or enhances a presentation.
- SPI 0701.8.10
- Identify and analyze figurative language (i.e., hyperbole, simile, metaphor, personification, pun) within context.
- SPI 0701.8.12
- Identify the authors purpose for writing.
- SPI 0801.1.16
- Use context clues and/or knowledge of roots and affixes to determine the meaning of unfamiliar words.
- SPI 0801.1.19
- Recognize and use grade appropriate and/or content specific vocabulary.
- SPI 0801.1.2
- Identify the correct use of verbs (i.e., action/linking, regular/irregular, agreement, perfect tenses, verb phrases) within context.
- SPI 0801.2.4
- Determine the most effective methods of engaging an audience during an oral presentation (e.g., making eye contact, adjusting speaking rate).
- SPI 0801.2.7
- Select the most appropriate strategies for participating productively in a team (e.g., gain the floor in orderly ways, meet or set deadlines for completing each...
- SPI 0801.2.8
- Identify the functions and responsibilities of individuals within an organized group (i.e., reporter, recorder, information gatherer, leader, timekeeper).
- SPI 0801.3.11
- Identify individual written selections as technical, narrative, persuasive, and/or descriptive in mode.
- SPI 0801.3.5
- Select appropriate time-order or transitional words/phrases to enhance the flow of a writing sample.
- SPI 0801.3.8
- Select vivid words to strengthen a description (adjective or adverb) within a writing sample or passage.
- SPI 0801.3.9
- Select illustrations, explanations, anecdotes, descriptions and/or facts to support key ideas.
- SPI 0801.4.2
- Identify levels of reliability among resources (e.g., eyewitness account, newspaper account, supermarket tabloid account, Internet source).
- SPI 0801.5.9
- Make inferences and draw conclusions based on evidence in text.
- SPI 0801.7.2
- Select a visual image that best reinforces a viewpoint or enhances a presentation.
- SPI 0801.7.3
- Identify the purpose of a medium (i.e., to inform, to persuade, to entertain, to describe).
- SPI 0801.7.5
- Choose the statement that best summarizes/communicates the message presented by a medium.
- SPI 0801.8.14
- Identify the authors purpose for writing.
- SPI 0801.8.8
- Analyze figurative language (i.e., idiom, metaphor, simile, personification, hyperbole, pun) within context.
- TSS.ELA.6.L.CSE.1
- Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage.
- TSS.ELA.6.L.KL.3
- When writing and speaking, vary sentence patterns for meaning, reader/listener interest, and style; maintain consistency in style and tone.
- TSS.ELA.6.SL.CC.1
- Prepare for collaborative discussions on 6th grade level topics and texts; engage effectively with varied partners, building on others' ideas and expressing...
- TSS.ELA.6.SL.PKI.5
- Include multimedia components and visual displays in presentations to clarify information.
- TSS.ELA.6.W.PDW.4
- Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.
- TSS.ELA.6.W.PDW.6
- Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and to collaborate with others; type a complete product in a single sitting as...
- TSS.ELA.6.W.RBPK.8
- Integrate relevant and credible information from print and digital sources; quote or paraphrase the data and conclusions of others while avoiding...
- TSS.ELA.6.W.RW.10
- Write routinely over extended time frames and shorter time frames for a range of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and audiences.
- TSS.ELA.6.W.TTP.1
- Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.
- TSS.ELA.6.W.TTP.2
- Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis of...
- TSS.ELA.6.W.TTP.3
- Write narratives (fiction and nonfiction) to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective techniques, relevant descriptive details, and...
- TSS.ELA.7.L.CSE.1
- Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage.
- TSS.ELA.7.L.KL.3
- When writing and speaking, choose precise language to express ideas concisely.
- TSS.ELA.7.L.VAU.5
- When reading, listening, writing, and speaking, explain the function of figurative language, word relationships, and connotation/denotation and use them ...
- TSS.ELA.7.RI.CS.6
- Determine an author's point of view or purpose in a text and analyze how an author distinguishes his or her position from that of others.
- TSS.ELA.7.RL.CS.6
- Analyze how an author establishes, conveys, and contrasts the points of view of different characters or narrators in a text.
- TSS.ELA.7.SL.CC.1
- Prepare for collaborative discussions on 7th grade level topics and texts; engage effectively with varied partners, building on others' ideas and expressing...
- TSS.ELA.7.SL.CC.2
- Analyze the main ideas and supporting details presented in diverse media formats; explain how this clarifies a topic, text, or issue under study.
- TSS.ELA.7.SL.PKI.5
- Include multimedia components and visual displays in presentations to clarify claims and findings and to emphasize major points.
- TSS.ELA.7.SL.PKI.6
- Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
- TSS.ELA.7.W.TTP.1
- Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.
- TSS.ELA.7.W.TTP.2
- Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis of...
- TSS.ELA.7.W.TTP.3
- Write narratives (fiction and nonfiction) to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective techniques, relevant descriptive details, and...
- TSS.ELA.8.L.CSE.1
- Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage.
- TSS.ELA.8.L.CSE.2
- Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. When reading and writing, explain the functions of ...
- TSS.ELA.8.L.KL.3
- When writing and speaking, adjust style and tone to a variety of contexts; when reading or listening, analyze stylistic choices to determine context.
- TSS.ELA.8.L.VAU.5
- When reading, listening, writing, and speaking, explain the function of figurative language, word relationships, and connotation/denotation and use them ...
- TSS.ELA.8.L.VAU.6
- Acquire and accurately use grade-appropriate general academic and domainspecific words and phrases; develop vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or...
- TSS.ELA.8.RI.CS.6
- Determine an author's point of view or purpose in a text and analyze how the author acknowledges and responds to conflicting evidence or viewpoints.
- TSS.ELA.8.RI.IKI.7
- Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of using different mediums to present a particular topic or idea.
- TSS.ELA.8.RI.IKI.8
- Delineate and evaluate the rgument and specific claims in a text, assessing whether evidence is relevant and sufficient to support the claims and the...
- TSS.ELA.8.RL.CS.6
- Analyze how similarities and differences in the points of view of the audience and the characters create effects such as suspense, humor, or dramatic irony.
- TSS.ELA.8.RL.IKI.7
- Analyze the extent to which a filmed or live production of a story or drama stays faithful to or departs from a text or script, evaluating the choices made...
- TSS.ELA.8.SL.CC.1
- Prepare for collaborative discussions on 8th grade level topics and texts; engage effectively with varied partners, building on others' ideas and expressing...
- TSS.ELA.8.SL.CC.2
- Analyze the purpose of information presented in diverse media formats; evaluate the motives, such as social, commercial, and political, behind its presentation.
- TSS.ELA.8.SL.CC.3
- Delineate a speaker's argument and specific claims, evaluating the soundness of the reasoning and relevance and sufficiency of the evidence; identify when...
- TSS.ELA.8.SL.PKI.4
- Present claims and findings in a focused, coherent manner with relevant evidence; sound, valid reasoning, and well-chosen details; use appropriate eye...
- TSS.ELA.8.SL.PKI.5
- Integrate multimedia and visual displays into presentations to clarify information, strengthen claims and evidence, and to add interest.
- TSS.ELA.8.SL.PKI.6
- Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
- TSS.ELA.8.W.PDW.4
- Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.
- TSS.ELA.8.W.RBPK.7
- Conduct research to answer a question (including a self-generated question), drawing on multiple sources and generating additional related, focused...
- TSS.ELA.8.W.RBPK.9
- Support interpretations, analyses, reflections, or research with evidence found in literature or informational texts, applying grade 8 standards for...
- TSS.ELA.8.W.TTP.1
- Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.
- TSS.ELA.8.W.TTP.2
- Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis of...
- TSS.ELA.8.W.TTP.3
- Write narratives (fiction and nonfiction) to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective techniques, relevant descriptive details, and...
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Learning objectives:
Students will:
- Learn the basic terminology of filmmaking by creating their own films and by reviewing other students’ films
- Develop collaborative skills by working in small groups
- Learn how to use a variety of tools to create and edit digital video
Lesson Variations
Blooms taxonomy level:
Understanding
Extension suggestions:
Have students burn their movies onto DVDs and use the interactive CD/DVD Cover Creator tool to design a cover for their movie.
Use the filmmaking techniques learned in this unit to teach vocabulary in any content area (e.g., science, social students, mathematics, language arts). For example, students could create videos illustrating specific concepts in economics (supply and demand, opportunity cost, ethical business practices).
Have students use digital video to create original stories, documentaries, commercials, or public service announcements (see MyTube: Changing the World With Public Service Announcements)
Helpful Hints
Materials needed:
- Digital video cameras (one camera per group of 3–5 students) capable of communicating with iMovie or Windows Movie Maker (some mini DV cameras will not upload files into these programs)
- Digital still cameras (optional, for use with Celtx software for creating a storyboard)
- Computers (one per student or one per group) with video editing software (iMovie or Windows Movie Maker) and printing capability
- Tripods for video cameras (recommended)
- LCD projector or document projector
- Smartboard or chart paper
References
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