Video in the Classroom Post-Production
Download the footage into iMovie Connect the cable from the camera to the computer Set the camera to VTR Set the computer to “ Import ” Make sure it shows “ camera connected ” Click on “ Import ”
Graphic Organizer
Log the footage Clips come in on the paste board Re-name clips in a usable way Make note of times and action
Assemble the Clips Copy the clips onto the timeline Arrange them in rough order Use your storyboard as a guide
View the footage
Edit the clips Fine tune the editing Make sure a variety of shots and angles are used in each scene
Add Sound Effects and Music Be aware of Copyright Guidelines art.html art.html Some sources say a maximum of 30 seconds for music Others do not cite a minimum
Sound Effects and Music Sound effects and music can be created by students
Software for Music Smartsound for Multimedia Creates copyright free soundtracks
Transitions Various Transitions create different moods Be careful to be consistent with types of transitions you use
Titles Opening Credits Set the tone for the movie Closing Credits List all contributors Only Use first names of children
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Sharing the Final Product Decide on Final Format Web, VHS, DVD? Consider your audience
Upload Finished Movie Use a blank Mini-DV Tape Connect Computer and Video Camera with Firewire Choose Quality Settings Export Video
Use Master Tape Copy from Master for all other formats VHS DVD Web
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