Integrated with the Napoleon: Military Genius? Research Model

Research Napolean and another military genius. Create a video debate between the two generals that illustrate their similarities and differences.

Students will compare innovative military leaders in order to evaluate their effectiveness.

Students will analyze the components of military planning in order to evaluate the effectiveness of selected military operations.

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

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

• Research
• Script Writing
• Storyboarding
• Ability to work in a team
• Public Speaking
• Interviewing
• Performing
• Camera Techniques
• Computer Editing

1. As a class activity, show a sample
2. Research topic
3. Organize research
4. Gather B-roll and stills
   • of Napoleon
   • of another military genius
   • Storyboard
   • Write script
     • Students use information found in their research to write their script
   • Plan production
     • Think about where and when to film
     • Who is performing? Who is running the equipment? WHO'S IN CHARGE?
     • Rehearse
     • Shoot and compile
       • remember to use good videography techniques
     • 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
     • Present/ share

• Assign production roles appropriate to student needs and/or abilities
• Extended time

• 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