Integrating Video Production into the Curriculum
Video Production Title

Are You Into Heavy Metals?
The Music Video
Video Type Music Video
Description/Overview

Integrated with the Are You Into Heavy Metals Research Model

Working in small groups, you will research various heavy metals to complete your
investigation chart. Once the chart has been completed, your group will create a music video that will spotlight the possible dangers revealed through your investigation.
Approximate Time Needed 310 minutes (130 write, 90 film, 90 edit- includes research model time)
Curricuculum Connections/OutcomesMSDE VS Science:

Indicator 1.7.1 The student will apply the skills, processes, and concepts of biology, chemistry, phisics, and science to societal issues.
Indicator 1.7.2 The student will identify and evaluate the impact of scientific ideas and/or advancements in technology on society.
Indicator 4. 5.1 The student will investigate an issue such as hazardous waste disposal, the role of food additives, and the substitution of synthetic products for natural products.
Indicator 4.6.1 The student will apply chemistry to the concepts of biology, physics, earth science, and enviromental science.
Information Literacy AASL: 1, 2, 3
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, 3, 4
Learning Styles Visual, Auditory, Kinesthetic, Tactile, Active, Reflective, Global, Analytical, Field Independent
Skills
  • Research
  • Lyric Writing
  • Script Writing
  • Storyboarding
  • Ability to work in a team
  • Performing
  • Camera Techniques
  • Computer Editing
Production Environment Field Production
Activities
  1. View Sample
  2. Research
  3. Write lyrics and choose music
  4. Gather B-roll and stills
  5. Write script with lyrics and storyboard
  6. Plan production
    • think about where and when to film
    • who is perfoming? Who is running the equipment? WHO'S IN CHARGE?
  7. Rehearse
  8. Shoot and compile
  9. Edit final product
    • Use MovieMaker (or other software)
    • Import the video from camera and/ or other sources
    • Arrange video / pictures
    • Add transitions and titles
    • Edit audio
    • Finalize and save
  10. Present/ share
Differentiation
  • Assign production roles appropriate to student needs and/or abilities
  • Extended time
Assessment Suggestions Music Video 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