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Westinghouse High School: Video Production Syllabus 2018-2019 Instructor: Ms. LarsonTeacher: Ms. LarsonClass Website: larsonvideoproduction.weebly.comOffice Hours: After School 3:30-4:30 or, by appointmentCourse Description:VIDEO PRODUCTION: Video Production is a second level course designed to provide a time artsexperience for those students interested in film, or video. Students will learn camera operation andediting techniques through a variety of assignments such as short narrative, monologue montage,music video and experimental work. Video Production will build upon our Art 1 foundational coursethrough the on-going exploration of the visual elements and aesthetics of art. These same visualelements will be developed through the lens of image sequencing, perception, and context. Thiscourse will continue to shape an awareness and understanding of technologies used to communicatein our modern society. Students will cover the basic elements of video production including scriptwriting, storyboarding and editing. Students will build upon current critical thinking skill bycritiquing films, as well as fulfilling sketchbook assignments. These explorations will lay thefoundation to allow students to engage in many ways of expressing themselves through the makingand discussing of time based art in the classroom. You will be assessed on all video projects, videojournal/sketchbooks, tests, written reports, and critique and discussion participation.Materials Needed: Artist’s sketchbook, Personal Headphones; Mandatory SD CardReminder: All Students must pay their FINE ARTS FEES as a part of their Student FeesResources: Website: larsonvideoproduction.weebly.com, Alfred Hitchcock Screenings, (Psycho &Vertigo) Beasts of the Southern Wild as well as readings from books, multiple classic film clips,magazines and online sources will be utilized.Note: Some movies contain mature content and are rated “R”National Core Standards for the ArtsStudents will be:1. CONNECTING – Relating artistic ideas and work with personal meaning and external contexta. Relating artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural and historical context to deepenb. Synthesizing and relating knowledge and personal experiences to make art2. CREATING - Conceiving and developing new artistic ideas and work through the following anchorstandards:a. Generating and conceptualizing artistic ideas and workb. Organizing and developing artistic ideas and workc. Refining and completing artistic work3. PRODUCING – Interpreting and sharing artistic worka. Analyzing, interpreting and selecting artistic work for presentationb. Developing and refining artistic techniques and work for presentationc. Conveying meaning through the presentation of artistic work4. RESPONDING – Understanding and evaluating how the arts convey meaninga. Perceiving and analyzing artistic workb. Interpreting intent and meaning in artistic workc. Applying criteria to evaluate artistic work

Common Core State StandardsStudents will be able to: SL 9-10.1.c: Propel conversations by posing and responding to questions that relate tothe current discussion to broader themes or larger ideas; actively incorporate others intothe discussion; and clarify, verify, or challenge ideas and conclusions.RI 11-12.1: Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the textsays explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text, including determining where thetext leaves matters uncertain.W 11-12.7: Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer aquestion (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden theinquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstratingunderstanding of the subject under investigation.SL 11-12.4: Present information, findings, and supporting evidence, conveying a clearand distinct perspective, such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning, alternative oropposing perspectives are addressed, and the organization, development, substance,and style are appropriate to purpose, audience, and a range of formal and informal tasksRI 11-12.2: Determine two or more central ideas of a text and analyze their developmentover the course of the text, including how they interact and build on one another toprovide a complex analysis; provide an objective summary of the textW 11-12.3: Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events usingeffective technique, well-chosen details, and well-structured event sequences.RI 11-12.6: Determine an author’s point of view or purpose in a text in which the rhetoricis particularly effective, analyzing how style and content contribute to the power,persuasiveness or beauty of the text.GWCP Attributes of Successful Citizens - E.P.I.C.K.1. Excellence: “We not only do our best, but always strive to be better.”2. Perseverance: “"We welcome challenges as opportunities for growth and recognize thatsuccess is a process."3. Integrity: “We are ethical and honest in our words and actions.”4. Curiosity: “We always desire to learn more.”5. Kindness: “We are considerate and compassionate.”Specific Class Expectations: Responsibility: Students must be responsible for themselves and their work. All artprojects are to be turned in on time. Late homework or projects will be penalized and willreceive a maximum of 50% credit. If you are absent it is your responsibility to approachme to make up any work you missed. Work for unexcused absences will not be accepted ifmore than one day late. Effort: Students are expected to give maximum effort everyday in class. School rules: Students are to have read the Parent and Student Handbook, and adhereclosely to ALL its precepts. Plan on taking missed tests the day you return to school.Cheating of any kind (tests, quizzes, homework, plagiarism) is strictly forbidden. Technology: School and personal tech equipment, (computers, phones, cameras) can beused in the classroom for Video Production assignments only. Phones that are used forpersonal use will be removed and returned at the end of class. Prepared: Students are to come to class each day prepared and on time! This includes apencil, your video journal/video sketchbook, any homework that is due, and a positive

attitude. Students are to be in their seat working on the day’s BELL-RINGER immediatelyupon entering the classroom.Encourage: Students are to keep a positive and helpful attitude with themselves and allothers in class.Curiosity: Students are encouraged to actively participate in all art lessons. It is importantthat, together we create an environment where students feel comfortable asking questionsand discussing art.Teamwork: It is important that all students do their part in the art classroom! Whether thatentails cleaning paintbrushes or collecting glue sticks, we are a team!Grading Policy:Classroom Assignments, Grading and Homework Policies All assignments will be graded according to the guidelines & rubrics given out atthe beginning of each assignment. All assignments must be fully completed by due date at the beginning of the classperiod. 50% off for any late work Homework & class participation will be graded daily. Video Journals will be graded twice per quarter for progress reports and finalreport card grades. Video Journals will be used daily for bell ringers, lecture notes, brainstormingideas, and sketching. For each semester there will be 1 written assignment due in “Turnitin”. Grading Scale: 100-90% A, 89-80% B, 79-70% C, 69-60% D, 59-0% F Any student receiving a D or F (69% or below) at the 3rd week, 5th week, and/or7th week will be required to conference with teacher and parent to complete aStudent Improvement Plan (SIP). The final quarter & semester grades will be based on the following percentages:Assignments% of GradeArt ExplorationsArtists HabitsSketchbookDisciplinary Lit.Final Exams35% Videos, in/out of class, discussion and critiques20% Short / Extended Written Assignments20% Class notes, bell ringers, written prep, storyboarding15% Short / Extended Written Assignments10% Final exams at the end of 1st & 2nd elling,Shot StylesandCompositionMajor Topics U26-10The DoorSceneAssessment Strategies Syllabus /overview/DigitalCitizenshipCreative Camera Work(shot styles, composition,continuity)Lighting, sets, locationsCostume, make-upScript/dialogueSound music/scoreMise-en-sceneBasic Camera OperationIntroAdobe PremierAction & ReactionMajor AssignmentsAssessments In-depth film analysisof Alfred Hitchcock’sPsycho Storyboards Mise-en-Scene writingassignment Introduce yourself oncameraBlocked Action Video Video Journalcheck*Film nment* Unit testVideo JournalCheck1 Final VideoHomework

Rough Cut U311-15Mini MovieTrailers MontageFound FootageMonologue/VoiceoverAdobe Premier BasicsDigital FX MontageVoice Over Timing StrategyProjectStoryboard Mini Movie TrailerShot ListWritten Prep U416-21PoeticMonologuesUse of the “Cut Away” Final PoeticMonologueStoryboards ScriptFinal Poem StoryboardsPost-ProductionFinal Scene U522--26Direct a SceneU627-31I’m soobsessed withthat! GenreStaging Dialogue SequencesJump Cuts & TransitionsCut AwayPost Production FX IdentityStaging DialogueSequencesJump Cuts & Transitions Persuasive EditingVO that creates emotionText for Drama The birth of MTVThe Influence of musicvideos on society Theme Choreography Final Passion VideoFound FootageAssignment U732-35PSA StoryboardsFinal PSA U836-41Final ExamMusic VideoStoryboarding Final Music VideoSound Editing WrittenReflectionsUnit QuizzesVideo JournalCheck1 Final VideoHomeworkWrittenReflectionsUnit QuizzesVideo JournalCheck1 Final VideoHomeworkWrittenReflectionsUnit QuizzesVideo JournalCheck1 Final VideoHomeworkWrittenReflectionsUnit QuizzesVideo JournalCheck1 Final VideoHomeworkWrittenReflectionsUnit QuizzesVideo JournalCheck1 Final VideoHomeworkWrittenReflectionsUnit QuizzesVideo JournalCheck1 Final VideoHomeworkWrittenReflectionsUnit Quizzes

General Scope & Sequence*All Video Production assignments use a variety of assessment practices to ensurestudents demonstrate their mastery of learning. Examples include the following Formativeand Summative Assessment Strategies.Formative Assessment Strategies Journal/Sketchbook Activities, BellRingers Participation in class discussion, Storyboard sketches, Script boards & Scripts Brainstorming, Mid point critique One on one in process conversations Individual Critique Group CritiqueSummative Assessment Strategies Rubric Based Final Video Projects Keyword Mini Rubrics Tests Final ExamsI look forward to working with all of you. This year will be full of excitement andchallenges! Our class goal is to investigate and learn about our world through timebased media. Moving images will be the new lens with which we view the universe. Ihope that together we can grow in our understanding of the 4th Dimension! Thankyou in advance for your participation and enthusiasm. I have high expectations foryou, your classmates, and myself. Make sure to set goals and have high standards.Let’s have a great year!