Media+Production

Instructor: Michael J. Roland Office: Rm. Technology Lab. Phone: 337-0311 ext. 5204 (school)337-4770 (Home) TEXT: None DESCRIPTION:

Prerequisite: Computer Technologies or Department Approval One Year Course (One Semester with permission from instructor). This course allows students to further explore and enhance their skills in multimedia production. Students will write, direct and produce various video products for things like schools events, lessons produced by teachers, guest speakers and so on. Students will also help produce podcasts for the district and post them to the web along with creating other multimedia projects. Some of the topics covered include:information gathering, computer based video editing, videography, podcasting, audio editing, audio production, internet publishing, interpersonal communications, and information presentation.

GOALS: 1. All students will acquire proficiency in the covered applications and techniques. 2. Students will learn skills that they can carry to other classes. 3. All students will be able to enjoy the class and express their individuality.

REQUIREMENTS: Students will participate in all aspect of the class. These aspects are various on-air assignments, digital video segments for broadcasts, film sporting events and school district special events, operate each piece of equipment at least once, team work as a team member, and complete various multimedia products.

EVALUATION: Grades will be based on the following: 1) 50% Assignments. 2) 50% Participation. A = 92% and up. A- = 90% to 92% B+ = 88% to 90% B = 82% to 88% B- = 80% to 82% C+ = 78% to 80% C = 72% to 78% C- = 70% to 72% D+ = 68% to 70% D = 62% to 68% D- = 60% to 62% E = below 60%

EXAMINATIONS: Quizzes are given every Friday unless otherwise noted. The quizzes will include but are not limited to the skills covered in the week. Quizzes may also include skills previously studied.

FINAL EXAMINATION: TBA

Class Rules: media type="googlecalendar" key="tlo9l5kaid9n8k4i4r90f1q00o%40group.calendar.google.com" ARG0="&ctz=America/New_York" height="600" width="800" If you have any questions, special needs or concerns, please let me know. I hope you enjoy this class and have a great semester! Mr. Roland
 * 1) No food or drink in the classroom. If you are found eating or drinking in class, you will take an automatic E on the current assignment and will be sent to the Assistant Principal’s office.
 * 2) Treat the equipment nicely. You will be held responsible for equipment you damage.
 * 3) Treat your teacher and classmates with respect.
 * 4) Return books and/materials to their proper place at the end of class.
 * 5) Push chairs in before you leave.
 * 6) Enjoy the class and have fun!