Learning in the Lou

 This post was created and used to teach an ELA class at LHS how to shoot and edit video. In class we examined a sample clip to build a common understanding of how videos are put together, focusing specifically on b-roll, voiceover and transitions. We picked this video because it was shot on an old iPhone. Viewing 1 of 2 The first time we watched the video focusing on the questions below in their small groups. What did you see? What did you notice? How did it start and how did it end? Viewing 2 of 2 The second viewing we narrowed our focus to look for specific video and editing techniques. We broke the class into four groups, each focused on just one element. B Roll -  These are shots that usually have voiceover, music or action. Beyond a voiceover, you can't hear people talking in these shots. Transitions - Pay special attention to how they move from one clip to the next. Is it quick? Do the clips fade into each other? Voiceover/Sound -  Whatever your subject is, it sh...

  This post was created to help with creating documentaries in an English PBL class. We will be using WeVideo as the production tool. In class, we watched the video below to build a common understanding of how documentaries are put together and address the audience. The first time we watched the film we split into teams of two. Our goal was to help answer these big questions. Viewing 1 of 2 What was the purpose of this video? to answer a question to shed light on an unclear topic to present a new argument on a topic to improve society by sharing this knowledge to entertain the viewer to uncover a hidden truth or meaning to connect to a thematic truth about society What did the creators do to achieve the purpose of their video? appeal to emotions? facts or evidence? visuals or voice used? Viewing 2 of 2 The second time we narrowed our focus to look for specific video and editing techniques. We broke into four small groups, each focusing on one element. Our focal points: Sound ...