Syllabus

**Video Productions **

 * Room C-288 **
 * Mrs. Nitchals **
 * jnitchals@gmail.com **
 * jenny.nitchals@estherville.k12.ia.us **
 * 712-362-2659 ext 6288 **
 * Office hours daily 7:45 – 8:10 and by appointment **

Video Productions is intended for those who have interest in learning the basics of video production. The assumption is made that you are here because you are interested and eager to learn. Therefore, it is expected that you demonstrate a serious approach to the class by taking responsibility for learning what you need to know. You will be working on some projects with one partner, some in a small group and some as an entire class. Because others are depending on you, it is expected that you treat your work just as a professional would treat their job:
 * Give each project your BEST effort
 * Don’t quit until you are done
 * Be willing to put in however much time is needed to do a job well done

Textbook: __iMovie ‘08: The Missing Manual__ Other supplementary information.
 * __Materials Needed __****: **

Video Productions class allows students to work with a variety of equipment and learn the process of movie making. Students will use computers, cameras, sound equipment and more to develop their own movies. The video production will be edited and constructed using a computer.
 * __<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Course Description __****<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">: **

<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Students will learn to use a variety of equipment in the video production process. Students will also learn to use video editing software such as iMovie.
 * __<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Video Equipment & Software __**

<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Lessons will be taught using lectures, discussion, Internet, worksheets, classroom demonstrations, and cooperative learning activities. During the class, students will be expected to follow directions to later apply the lesson in their own work. They will be taught how to use the software, but then must take it upon themselves to be creative and to get their projects done.
 * __<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Instructional Philosophy __****<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">: **

<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">During class you will have time to apply what you have learned and experiment with the equipment and software. You are EXPECTED to be working on Video Productions during that time. Be responsible for how you use your time! Don’t waste it! You will be given planning days for each live production. You cannot afford to misuse them.
 * __<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Class Time/Daily Routine: __**


 * __<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Course Goals __****<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">: **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Introduce students to the video production making process, terms and definitions and language
 * <span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Train students to use video equipment
 * <span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Train students to use software programs to produce video projects
 * <span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Have students gain skills in problem solving as they figure out how to do projects and work with the equipment.

<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Homework and projects are to be turned in on time for full credit, one day late - half credit. If a student has an excused absence, they have the number of days missed plus one to get their work turned in. It is the responsibility of the student to find out what was assigned.
 * __<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Procedures and Policies __****<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">: **

<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">The grade you earn will be based on the total number of points earned during the grading period on daily work, quizzes, projects, and tests. Grades are earned based on the following scale:
 * __<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Assessment Plan __****<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">: **

__<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">93-100% A __ __<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">90-92% A- __ __<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">87–89% B+ __ __<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">83-86% B __ __<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">80-82% B- __ __<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">77-79% C+ __ __<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">73-76% C __ __<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">70-72% C- __ __<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">67-69% D+ __ __<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">63-66% D __ __<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">60-62% D- __ __<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Below 60% F __

<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Semester grades will be calculated as follows: <span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';"> 3rd quarter – 40%, 4th quarter – 40%, and Semester Test – 20%


 * __<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Classroom Rules/Procedures __****<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">: **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Respect other people and property
 * <span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Be in the classroom when the bell rings ready to begin class
 * <span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Have all your necessary materials with you
 * **__<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">NO __**<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';"> food and/or drinks will be allowed in the classroom due to expensive equipment
 * <span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Students must be mature and responsible for their behavior and the video production equipment
 * **__<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">ALL __**<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';"> equipment must be checked out with the teacher for use outside of class time

<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Video productions students will usually have access to the equipment. Any equipment leaving the room must be signed for using the Equipment Checkout Sheet and must be returned BEFORE SCHOOL the next class day unless other arrangements are made with Mrs. Nitchals.
 * __<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Care of Equipment __****<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">: **


 * <span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Students will be responsible for loss or damage to equipment resulting from abuse, neglect or improper use. **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Cases must __always__ be used for transporting any equipment. Always show care and respect for the facilities and equipment.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Please make an effort to keep the room neat and clean. Don’t leave your equipment and personal things lying around. Props and other project items should be stored out of the way.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Food and drink are not allowed in the room especially while you are working with the equipment.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Do NOT store equipment in your car/truck; the cold weather will damage it
 * <span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Do NOT put it in your locker unlocked - it could get stolen
 * <span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Do NOT carry equipment in your book bag

<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">All projects must be school appropriate! The subject matter of your videos cannot include: <span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">__violence, sex, drugs, alcohol, tobacco, guns, gangs, vulgarity, racism, nudity, or socially inappropriate material.__ **<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">Failure to follow these criteria could cause you to fail the assignment and/or the class. **<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';"> All assignment proposals MUST be reviewed prior to approval. This is to be a safe and fun experience. We do NOT allow students to do dangerous stunts to put in videos. If this or any of the above listed items appear in a project, the student grades will be greatly reduced and may result in a zero.
 * __<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';">School Appropriate Material __****<span style="font-family: 'Cambria','serif';"> ~ __If you are unsure, ASK!!!:__ **