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Sterner, Period 1 Communication Arts- Stephen Decatur High School Need assistance? Contact: twsterner@mail.worcester.k12.md.us
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Learn that when we say video, we "tape;" we don't "film." * |
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Learn the language of video production and
start using the language of the medium. *
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Quiz yourself fairly, you will take this quiz
in class without your book as well. *
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Here's your chance to get familiar with storyboarding, the way all videos get started for both script and shot planning. * | |
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Chapter 2 "Getting Started" familiarizes you
with the language of video production and gives you a chance to put it
into practice. *
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This is probably the longest Vocab list you'll have, but it's important.* | |
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Check your knowledge of the basics, but KNOW Vocabulary! * | |
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Can't draw? No problem, practice with very simple lines. * | |
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Add some shot variety and some directional lines and you're set. * | |
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The concept of video space makes things a little more complicated. * | |
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Test your understanding space in the world of video. * | |
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Now that you've got space mastered, learn how to control time. * | |
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A short quiz, but a very technical one on the concept of video time. * | |
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Composition- The frame, the content, and their relationship. * | |
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A long vocabulary list, but this time on
elements of compostion. *
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Demonstrate an understanding of the rule of
thirds and frame space. *
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Complex issues of video language, more than
just vocabulary. *
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Camera POV and video transitions add the salt
and pepper. *
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Not an easy quiz, but one you need to know to
really excel. *
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Mastering the subtle effects of sound and the
atmosphere they create.*
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A short list this time, but sound makes things come alive. * | |
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A short quiz this time, but with some very technical elements. * | |
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This chapter deals more with planning and executing a video program* |
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Concept & Treatment are the main thrust of Chapter 8's assignments.* | Chapter 8
Vocabulary |
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Sequencing is a "MUST DO" when planning any program, and this quiz is the same.* | Chapter 8 Quiz |
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Production doesn't happen until all the pieces are in place and jobs assigned* | Chapter 9 Intro |
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Whether it's scouting a location or assigning talent roles, planning requires vocabulary* | Chapter 9
Vocabulary |
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Planning is where it all comes together from concept to treatment to post production* | Chapter 9 Quiz |
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The first of two chapters on Lighting- This one features the
basics of lighting design* |
Chapter
12 Intro |
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This is the vocabulary section for lighting design- featuring
"Key, Fill, and backlight"* |
Chapter
12 Vocabulary |
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This is the main quiz on Lighting design. |
Chapter
12 Quiz |
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This chapter concentrates on specific lighting techniques. It compliments Chp. 12 | Chapter
13 Intro |
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Chapter 13 vocabulary with the specific details of lighting
techniques. |
Chapter
13 Vocabulary |
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Quiz on Chapter 13. |
Chapter
13 Quiz |
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Chapter 14 details the all important production element of
audio from live to Effects. |
Chapter
14 Intro |
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Detailed vocabulary that relates to audio production
including mics and effects. |
Chapter
14 Vocabulary |
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Quiz on audio techniques and vocabulary |
Chapter
14 Quiz |
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Directing is a critical process for production success.
This chapter deals with content. |
Chapter
15 Intro |
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Learn the language of direction and things will go much more
smoothly |
Chapter
15 Vocabulary |
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Quiz on Directing for Content. |
Chapter
15 Quiz |
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Directing is much more involved than you might
expect. This involves Directing form. |
Chapter
16 Intro |
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Additional vocabulary for Directing- this time for the
form of a production. |
Chapter
16 Vocabulary |
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Quiz on Directing for Form. |
Chapter
16 Quiz |
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The fundamentals of editing involve maintaining pace and
continuity- learn more |
Chapter
17 Intro |
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Even editing has its own specific vocabulary from time code
to frame speed. |
Chapter
17 Vocabulary |
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Quiz on Editing Operations |
Chapter
17 Quiz |
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More on editing, this time the process is emphasized. |
Chapter
18 Intro, Chapter 18 Vocabulary |
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Chapter
18 Quiz |
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Chapter
20 Intro |
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Chapter 20 Vocabulary |
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Chapter 20 Quiz |