Materials: Examples of 9th-grade student work, presentation tools, internet access for CompetesEDU
Vocabulary: Reflection
Learning Goals: Students will reflect on their 9th-grade learning, set goals for 10th grade, and re-engage with CompetesEDU.
Learning Objectives:
Recall and discuss key media arts terms, concepts, and skills learned in 9th grade.
Identify areas of strength and interest for further exploration in 10th grade
Set personal and creative goals for the 10th-grade media arts journey.
Explore CompetesEDU and understand its role in showcasing their work and receiving feedback
Learning Outcomes:
Students will create a “Media Arts Growth Portfolio” showcasing their best work from 9th grade and outlining their goals for 10th grade.
Students will actively participate in class discussions about the 10th-grade curriculum and expectations.
Discussion: Facilitate a class discussion about students’ 9th-grade Media Arts experiences, highlighting memorable projects, skills gained, and areas for growth. Encourage students to share their expectations and goals for 10th grade.
Demonstration: Showcase exemplary 9th-grade projects or other inspiring media works to set the tone for the year. Review how to navigate and use the CompetesEDU platform
Doing (Guided Practice): Guide students in creating a short “Welcome to 10th Grade” video or presentation, showcasing their personalities and media arts interests.
Doing (Independent Practice): Students create their “Media Arts Growth Portfolio,” incorporating their best work from 9th grade and outlining their goals for 10th grade
Reflection: Students write a reflective journal entry about their 9th-grade experiences and their aspirations for 10th-grade Media Arts
Connection: Students share their “Media Arts Growth Portfolios” on CompetesEDU, inviting comments and feedback from their peers
Essential Question: How can we utilize advanced video editing techniques to elevate our storytelling, enhance visual impact, and create professional-quality videos?
Concepts: Advanced video editing techniques (color correction, special effects, transitions, audio mixing), storytelling, visual aesthetics.
Materials: Video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve), sample footage, computers, headphones.
Vocabulary: Post-production
Learning Goals: Students will explore and apply advanced video editing techniques to enhance their video projects.
Learning Objectives:
Learn about and practice using advanced video editing techniques
Apply these techniques to enhance the visual and audio quality of their video projects
Understand the role of post-production in creating polished and impactful videos.
Learning Outcomes:
Students will demonstrate their understanding by editing a short video clip using at least three advanced editing techniques and submitting it to CompetesEDU.
Discussion: Discuss the role of post-production in filmmaking and video creation. Analyze examples of videos that utilize advanced editing techniques, highlighting their impact on storytelling and visual appeal
Demonstration: Showcase advanced editing techniques using professional video editing software. Demonstrate how to use color correction, add special effects, create smooth transitions, and mix audio tracks
Doing (Guided Practice): Provide students with sample footage and guide them in applying the demonstrated editing techniques, offering feedback and support
Doing (Independent Practice): Students select a previously created video or create new footage and apply advanced editing techniques to enhance its quality. Encourage them to experiment with different effects and adjustments to achieve their desired creative vision.
Reflection: Students reflect on their editing choices and how they contribute to the overall message and impact of their video.
Connection: Students submit their edited videos to CompetesEDU for peer feedback and critique. Encourage them to analyze each other’s use of advanced editing techniques and offer constructive suggestions.
Essential Question: How can we craft compelling stories that resonate with audiences and effectively convey messages through various media forms?
Concepts: Narrative structures (three-act structure, hero’s journey, etc.), plot development, character arcs, conflict and resolution, storytelling techniques in different media
Materials: Examples of stories from various media (films, TV shows, video games, etc.), storyboarding or scriptwriting tools, presentation software
Vocabulary: Narrative
Learning Goals: Students will analyze narrative structures in media and apply those principles to create their own stories
Learning Objectives:
Identify and analyze common narrative structures used in film, television, and other media
Develop a storyboard or script for a short video story, incorporating elements of narrative structure
Understand how narrative structure influences audience engagement and emotional connection
Learning Outcomes:
Students will create a storyboard or script for a short video story and submit it to CompetesEDU for peer feedback
Discussion: Engage in a class discussion about the power of storytelling and its role in various media forms. Analyze examples of stories from different media, identifying key elements of narrative structure and their impact on the audience
Demonstration: Showcase how to create a storyboard or script, outlining the plot, characters, and key scenes of a story.
Doing (Guided Practice): Guide students in developing a basic plot outline for a short story idea, incorporating elements of narrative structure.
Doing (Independent Practice): Students create a storyboard or script for their own short video story, focusing on developing a clear narrative structure and engaging characters
Reflection: Students reflect on their storytelling choices and how they can use narrative structure to enhance their media projects
Connection: Students share their storyboards or scripts on CompetesEDU for peer feedback and constructive criticism. Encourage them to discuss how different narrative choices can impact the audience’s experience.