Integrating Video Production into the Curriculum
Video Production Title

Schoolyard Habitat

Video Type Quiz Show
Description/Overview

Integrated with the Schoolyard Habitat Research Model

A video program where contestants compete.to identify how a schoolyard can provide the living, non-living, and once living factors necessary for the survival of a variety of native species?

Approximate Time Needed 180 minutes (90 write, 45 film, 45 edit- includes research model time)
Curricuculum Connections/Outcomes How do non-native plants affect the environment? Are the effects more harmful or beneficial?
Information Literacy

AASL: 1, 2, 3

2A
1. Match resources to topic of interest or need.
3A
1. Students will use print resources efficiently and effectively.
3. Students will use computer/online/digital resources efficiently and effectively.
7. Use appropriate graphic organizers or note cards to record relevant information. 
8. Use own words to capture concepts and avoid plagiarism.
5A
2. Apply critical thinking and problem solving strategies.
6A
1. Make decisions to facilitate effective communication of ideas.

Technology Literacy

MSDE MTLSS: 1, 2, 3, 4 (5 if Internet research is used)

ISTE NETS: 1a, 1b, 2b, 3b, 4b

Media Literacy CML Core Concepts 1, 2
Learning Styles Visual, Auditory, Kinesthetic, Tactile, Active, Reflective, Global, Analytical, Field Dependent
Skills
  • Research
  • Dialogue Planning
  • Ability to work in a team
  • Performing
  • Camera Techniques
  • Computer Editing
Production Environment Field Production
Activities
  1. View sample Sample: Game show
  2. Research topic
  3. Write questions, answers, and dialogue
  4. Plan production environment
  5. Rehearse
  6. Shoot
  7. Edit final product
  8. Present/ share
Differentiation
  • Assign production roles appropriate to student needs and/or abilities
  • Extended time
Assessment Suggestions Quiz Show rubric
Extension
  • Submit to a contest
  • Peer critique and/or gallery walk
  • Submit to BCPS Education Channel
  • Upload to Safari or SchoolTube
  • Embed in a PowerPoint presentation
  • Add to electronic portfolio
  • Broadcast school wide