Digital Video Production Syllabus
Digital Video Production 1
Please sign and return the form provided in class stating that you have read and understand this syllabus by the date given in class.
Instructor - Mr. Wistrand
scott.wistrand@evergreenps.org
*Students will need an 8GB flash drive for this class.
*Parents who need to contact a student in the classroom should call the main office @ 360-604-3700 to be connected with the student’s classroom. Texting or checking text messages in class is a distraction and is not allowed.
Description
This class will teach Artistic and Aesthetic Principles of Video Production, Technical Aspects of Video Production, and explore the inner workings of Adobe Premiere Pro. Experimentation, fun and creativity are highly encouraged. Students are highly responsible for their own learning and exploration of the subject manner.
Essential Questions
· How do I use technology as a tool?
· How do I give shape and form to my ideas?
· How can I pursue and obtain a career in Digital Video Production?
In this class you will:
Wistrand's 3 R's!
Basic classroom rules will be as follows:
Consequences for not meeting expectations are: verbal warning, loss of privileges/behavior plan, parent contact, and referral to administration.
Students will be expected to follow these rules and any other classroom rules we establish as a class. Failure to follow these rules will result in appropriate disciplinary action and a loss of professionalism points or other privileges of the class.
Major computer lab do's and don'ts (Strictly enforced!)
Aimless and unauthorized internet surfing and use of e-mail in class is NOT allowed. The playing of computer/video games is NOT allowed.
Students will follow the Evergreen School District's Internet Usage Guidelines which will be discussed in class. Failure to follow these guidelines will result in loss of internet privileges and in progressive discipline. Violations of these rules will result in the loss of professionalism points and the student being removed from the class for the remainder of the semester.
Cell Phones
Cell phone usage and texting has become a major problem in the classroom, therefore cell phones must be out of site and turned off at all times while in the classroom. Students may not make or receive calls or text messages on cell phones to or from parents or others while in the classroom as this is a major disruption.
Parents who need to contact a student in the classroom must call the main office @360-604-3700 to be connected with the student’s classroom.
Students will receive one warning to turn off and put away their phones. A second violation will result in the phone being taken by the teacher until class ends. A third violation will result in the phone being taken away and given to the office for pick up by the student after school. All violations will result in the loss of 10 professionalism points.
Internet Usage
Students will follow the Evergreen School District's Internet Usage Guidelines which will be discussed in class. Failure to follow these guidelines will result in loss of internet privileges and progressive discipline.
Using Other Peoples Images/Copyright infringement
All Photos must be your own, unless the assignment calls for using outside sources for photos.
Attendance
Students are expected to be in class by the start of the period. The attendance policy for the class will conform to the EHS attendance policy. Students arriving late will be dealt with in accordance with school policy. In addition, absences in excess of 10 per semester, whether excused or unexcused, will result in a 10% point drop in the student's final grade. 15-20 absences will result in a 20% point drop in grade and students with more than 20 absences cannot receive more than a "D" grade for the semester.
Students earn a possible 10 professionalism points each day they are in class on time, on task and not disruptive. Attendance is a crucial part of this program and is part of the students PROFESSIONALISM grade (30 % of overall grade, see below for more information)
Tardies are earned when a student is not sitting in his/her assigned seat when the bell rings. Each tardy will result in the loss of 5 professionalism points. The tardy policy will be the same as that of EHS. Please refer to the EHS tardy policy for more information.
Late Work
Because of the group nature of completing assignments, students must submit their work on the assigned date. No work will be accepted before or after that date except in the case of illness, (but this does not excuse group work - see below) Students are responsible for information and work missed. Failure to meet a deadline will constitute NO credit for the work completed. Ample time is built into each assignment to be completed during class time. Because in many cases equipment and/or software from school must be used to complete assignments that many students do not have access to at home, to be fair to all students this rule must be strictly enforced.
When a student is absent, it is the responsibility of the remaining group members, just as in industry, to see the assignment is completed on-time. A group member’s absence is NOT an excuse for the rest of the group not to finish the project on time.
If a student knows in advance that they will be gone for an extended amount of time, students must bring written notice of the absence from a parent or guardian as early as possible to receive ADVANCE work from the teacher which in most cases will be research and written, independent study assignments. This work should be completed BEFORE the student's extended absence; however, extended absences from class will still be subject to the policy outlined earlier.
Professionalism - 30% of grade
30% of your grade will be based on your professionalism. Professionalism points accrue on a monthly basis and are graded on a monthly basis. Digital Photography is a Career and Technical Education (CTE) class, and as such students are expected to act in a professional manner at all times and to treat coming to class as if they were coming to a job.
Students earn a possible 10 points each day they are in class on time, are on task, following all rules and are not disruptive. This includes:
Unexcused absences result in a loss of project points and a loss of all 10 professionalism points for that day.
Tardies are earned when a student is not sitting in his/her assigned seat when the bell rings. Each tardy will result in the loss of 5 professionalism points.
20 points will be subtracted for each violation of classroom and computer lab rules after a student has received 1 warning. This includes but is not limited to: playing games on computers, checking and sending e-mail, using a cell phone in class and non-class related internet surfing.
Grading Policy
These are the grading policies and procedures utilized in the Digital Photography program. Final grades are determined by the performance of each student in these areas:
Competency Assignments.....................35%
Professionalism...............................................30%
Tests/Quizzes..................................................20%
Daily Assignments.........................................15%
Competency Assignments – 35%
Competency Assignments consist of self-study, group assignments and hands-on work that students will produce that demonstrate a variety of photography skills, knowledge and techniques. Grades will be determined by:
1. Demonstration of competency( s) mastery
2. Team participation
3. Ability to follow directions
Daily Assignments – 15%
Daily assignments are written, presentation or photography assignments. They include Digital Video Production assignments that are designed to practice skill, techniques and knowledge before demonstrating mastery of the competencies. Class assignments also include independent study assignments given throughout the semester.
Professionalism - 30%
As described earlier, students earn a possible 10 points each day they are in class on
time, on task, following all rules and not disruptive. Professionalism is highly emphasized in this College, Career and Technical Education (CCTE) program.
Students will receive an evaluation of their performance in:
Tests/Quizzes - 20%
Students may use notes on tests, so thorough note taking is important. Students may only use their own notes, not notes borrowed from another student and will not be able to print out notes on the day of the test.
Some tests will be hands-on, emphasizing the ability to research answers, solve problems and to demonstrate skills. Some tests may be a combination of both.
Please sign and return the form provided in class stating that you have read and understand this syllabus by the date given in class.
Instructor - Mr. Wistrand
scott.wistrand@evergreenps.org
*Students will need an 8GB flash drive for this class.
*Parents who need to contact a student in the classroom should call the main office @ 360-604-3700 to be connected with the student’s classroom. Texting or checking text messages in class is a distraction and is not allowed.
Description
This class will teach Artistic and Aesthetic Principles of Video Production, Technical Aspects of Video Production, and explore the inner workings of Adobe Premiere Pro. Experimentation, fun and creativity are highly encouraged. Students are highly responsible for their own learning and exploration of the subject manner.
Essential Questions
· How do I use technology as a tool?
· How do I give shape and form to my ideas?
· How can I pursue and obtain a career in Digital Video Production?
In this class you will:
- Learn how to take shoot professional looking video
- Learn how to edit professional looking video using Adobe Premiere Pro
- Give Presentations on most assignments.
- Critique the work of your peers, and be critiqued by your peers.
- Learn basic soft-skills related to getting a job and retaining a job
Wistrand's 3 R's!
Basic classroom rules will be as follows:
- RESPECT for self, others and property is expected by every student.
- RESPONSIBILITY for completing work, attendance, proper equipment use, and appropriate classroom behavior is that of each individual student.
- RELIABILITY for following directions and making good decisions is also expected of every student
Consequences for not meeting expectations are: verbal warning, loss of privileges/behavior plan, parent contact, and referral to administration.
Students will be expected to follow these rules and any other classroom rules we establish as a class. Failure to follow these rules will result in appropriate disciplinary action and a loss of professionalism points or other privileges of the class.
Major computer lab do's and don'ts (Strictly enforced!)
Aimless and unauthorized internet surfing and use of e-mail in class is NOT allowed. The playing of computer/video games is NOT allowed.
Students will follow the Evergreen School District's Internet Usage Guidelines which will be discussed in class. Failure to follow these guidelines will result in loss of internet privileges and in progressive discipline. Violations of these rules will result in the loss of professionalism points and the student being removed from the class for the remainder of the semester.
Cell Phones
Cell phone usage and texting has become a major problem in the classroom, therefore cell phones must be out of site and turned off at all times while in the classroom. Students may not make or receive calls or text messages on cell phones to or from parents or others while in the classroom as this is a major disruption.
Parents who need to contact a student in the classroom must call the main office @360-604-3700 to be connected with the student’s classroom.
Students will receive one warning to turn off and put away their phones. A second violation will result in the phone being taken by the teacher until class ends. A third violation will result in the phone being taken away and given to the office for pick up by the student after school. All violations will result in the loss of 10 professionalism points.
Internet Usage
Students will follow the Evergreen School District's Internet Usage Guidelines which will be discussed in class. Failure to follow these guidelines will result in loss of internet privileges and progressive discipline.
Using Other Peoples Images/Copyright infringement
All Photos must be your own, unless the assignment calls for using outside sources for photos.
Attendance
Students are expected to be in class by the start of the period. The attendance policy for the class will conform to the EHS attendance policy. Students arriving late will be dealt with in accordance with school policy. In addition, absences in excess of 10 per semester, whether excused or unexcused, will result in a 10% point drop in the student's final grade. 15-20 absences will result in a 20% point drop in grade and students with more than 20 absences cannot receive more than a "D" grade for the semester.
Students earn a possible 10 professionalism points each day they are in class on time, on task and not disruptive. Attendance is a crucial part of this program and is part of the students PROFESSIONALISM grade (30 % of overall grade, see below for more information)
Tardies are earned when a student is not sitting in his/her assigned seat when the bell rings. Each tardy will result in the loss of 5 professionalism points. The tardy policy will be the same as that of EHS. Please refer to the EHS tardy policy for more information.
Late Work
Because of the group nature of completing assignments, students must submit their work on the assigned date. No work will be accepted before or after that date except in the case of illness, (but this does not excuse group work - see below) Students are responsible for information and work missed. Failure to meet a deadline will constitute NO credit for the work completed. Ample time is built into each assignment to be completed during class time. Because in many cases equipment and/or software from school must be used to complete assignments that many students do not have access to at home, to be fair to all students this rule must be strictly enforced.
When a student is absent, it is the responsibility of the remaining group members, just as in industry, to see the assignment is completed on-time. A group member’s absence is NOT an excuse for the rest of the group not to finish the project on time.
If a student knows in advance that they will be gone for an extended amount of time, students must bring written notice of the absence from a parent or guardian as early as possible to receive ADVANCE work from the teacher which in most cases will be research and written, independent study assignments. This work should be completed BEFORE the student's extended absence; however, extended absences from class will still be subject to the policy outlined earlier.
Professionalism - 30% of grade
30% of your grade will be based on your professionalism. Professionalism points accrue on a monthly basis and are graded on a monthly basis. Digital Photography is a Career and Technical Education (CTE) class, and as such students are expected to act in a professional manner at all times and to treat coming to class as if they were coming to a job.
Students earn a possible 10 points each day they are in class on time, are on task, following all rules and are not disruptive. This includes:
- Staying on task while doing assignments and not causing disruptions
- Only staying out 15 minutes while taking pictures unless otherwise authorized
- Being attentive while the teacher and/or other classmates are giving presentations
- Helping other classmates and working together in groups
Unexcused absences result in a loss of project points and a loss of all 10 professionalism points for that day.
Tardies are earned when a student is not sitting in his/her assigned seat when the bell rings. Each tardy will result in the loss of 5 professionalism points.
20 points will be subtracted for each violation of classroom and computer lab rules after a student has received 1 warning. This includes but is not limited to: playing games on computers, checking and sending e-mail, using a cell phone in class and non-class related internet surfing.
Grading Policy
These are the grading policies and procedures utilized in the Digital Photography program. Final grades are determined by the performance of each student in these areas:
Competency Assignments.....................35%
Professionalism...............................................30%
Tests/Quizzes..................................................20%
Daily Assignments.........................................15%
Competency Assignments – 35%
Competency Assignments consist of self-study, group assignments and hands-on work that students will produce that demonstrate a variety of photography skills, knowledge and techniques. Grades will be determined by:
1. Demonstration of competency( s) mastery
2. Team participation
3. Ability to follow directions
Daily Assignments – 15%
Daily assignments are written, presentation or photography assignments. They include Digital Video Production assignments that are designed to practice skill, techniques and knowledge before demonstrating mastery of the competencies. Class assignments also include independent study assignments given throughout the semester.
Professionalism - 30%
As described earlier, students earn a possible 10 points each day they are in class on
time, on task, following all rules and not disruptive. Professionalism is highly emphasized in this College, Career and Technical Education (CCTE) program.
Students will receive an evaluation of their performance in:
- Attendance and punctuality (see below)
- Communication & interpersonal skills
- Working with a diversity of people
- Solving professional & personal problems
- Setting & working toward goals
- Demonstrating a professional image
- Identifying & demonstrating quality standards
- Being prepared for the class and the projects
- Meeting deadlines
Tests/Quizzes - 20%
Students may use notes on tests, so thorough note taking is important. Students may only use their own notes, not notes borrowed from another student and will not be able to print out notes on the day of the test.
Some tests will be hands-on, emphasizing the ability to research answers, solve problems and to demonstrate skills. Some tests may be a combination of both.
