5 Recording Video/Audio and Editing: In Unit 3 (optional unit), students will be asked to create short films. Students must have access to cameras or other devices (iPads, iPhones, etc.) to create short films (to capture video and audio). On certain occasions, students might want to interview a family member or film their lives outside of school, and they will need to use a recording device outside the classroom. They will also need to edit their videos using software on a computer (e.g., iMovie, Adobe Premiere Pro) or a device (e.g., iMovie for iPad/iPhone, Adobe Premiere Rush for iPad/iPhone or Android). Computer Access: Students will also need computer access to research and use resources such as the AFI Catalog. STRUCTURE OF THE CURRICULUM The curriculum is divided into three units: Unit 1 - Discussing Representation in Film History Unit 2 - Critical Analysis of Short Films Unit 3 - Producing Short Films The first two units could be completed in two weeks, and the third unit could take up to two weeks. The third unit involves the production of short films, either in small groups or as individual projects. To produce short films, students would need prior experience in basic filmmaking (e.g., working a camera, composing shots with intentionality, using camera movement, editing, and adding music). For certain projects, students would also need to be comfortable collaborating on a group project. Filming outside the classroom and school is suggested (e.g., interviewing a family member for a documentary). The lessons are designed for 45-minute classes. Unit Elements: Learning Objectives: What students will ideally be able to do by the end of the unit (e.g., engage in research, analyze a short film, discuss a concept in a small group). Learning objectives align with media arts, history/social studies, and English Language Arts standards. For more information, see Learning Standards in Appendix C. Learning Activities: Each lesson is divided into several different learning activities, such as discussion, screening, researching, and producing. 1.Discussion - An opening activity centering around a film, multiple film clips, or a presentation. The curriculum uses the following terms… a.Screening: watching and analyzing films b.Discussing: responding to films or questions (small groups or whole class) c.Sharing: teacher is sharing new information with the students (such as a definition), or the students are sharing ideas and stories 2.Activity - An opportunity for students to engage in hands-on, independent, or small group activities, where they explore concepts and apply knowledge. a.Researching - students research someone or something independently or as a small group b.Writing/Brainstorming/Sketching - students apply knowledge and reflect while generating ideas c.Filming/Producing/Editing - students actively create a project to share their knowledge, thoughts, and feelings 3.Reflection - A closing activity where students reflect on what they have learned and shared. This is an opportunity for teachers to integrate formative assessment.
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