assemble the story: postproduction

Lesson Overview

Students will complete the editing process. Common elements of editing using software programs will be addressed. These include trimming video, making transitions between scenes, titling or captioning, recording audio tracks and creating special effects.

 

Standards

Technology for Productivity Applications
Grade 7, Benchmark B — Problem-Solving and Productivity Tools

1. Investigate various formats of video content and methods of presentation (e.g., .mpeg, .avi).

2. Edit video clips using video editing software.

Grade 8, Benchmark B — Problem-Solving and Productivity Tools

1. Create a video production related to a class activity.

2. Research educational video clips available online for use in class projects (e.g., consider copyright and fair use issues when selecting a video clip).

Grade 9, Benchmark B — Understanding Operations

1. Identify and use input and output devices to operate and interact with computers and multimedia technology resources (e.g., digital video camera, mobile cameras, connecting analog equipment to digital equipment).

 

Materials

  • Video editing software
  • Computer

 

Procedure

  1. The students import the raw footage into a computer storage device (hard drive).

  2. The raw footage is trimmed.

  3. The video clips are assembled onto a story line.

  4. The students add transitions, titles, sound effects, narration and special effects.

  5. The video is previewed by the teacher and peers for comments and criticisms.

  6. The video project is saved in different formats, which may include the following:

    a. DVD

    b. VCD

    c. Videotape

    d. A movie file (.avi, .mpeg2, .mov, etc.)

    e. Web streaming

 

Evaluation

Review raw footage at the end of each shoot for comments, criticisms or the need for retakes.

Review the progress of the editing.

Review Postproduction Checklist before distribution.

Postproduction Checklist Excellent
Needs Improvement
1. The video tells a story that suits the style and content. 10 8 6 4 2
2. Motion scenes are purposeful. Few “talking heads.” 10 8 6 4 2
3. Transitions between clips are appropriate and add to the story being told. 10 8 6 4 2
4. The content is creative. All parts of the program relate to the story line. 10 8 6 4 2
5. Effectively uses a variety of camera shots. 10 8 6 4 2
6. Text, if needed, is used appropriately. 10 8 6 4 2
7. Video clips are appropriately sequenced and trimmed. 10 8 6 4 2
8. Sound is both clear and appropriate. 10 8 6 4 2
9. Hardware and software capabilities are understood and utilized. 10 8 6 4 2
10. Clips are neither too long nor too short, but the right length to make the point clear. 10 8 6 4 2


 
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