Integrating Video Production into the Curriculum
Video Production Title

Pfiesteria

Human Impact on the Environment
Video Type Public Service Announcement
Description/Overview

Integrated with the Pfiesteria Research Model

You have recently been asked to represent the students of Maryland and to address the Governor about the problem of Pfiesteria, suggesting a possible plan of action. After completing your research, you will use your findings to write a letter to the Governor of the State of Maryland. In addition, your teacher will ask you to create a public service announcement to help you to disseminate your information.
Approximate Time Needed 270 minutes (90 research/write, 90 film, 90 edit)

Curricuculum Connections/Outcomes

BCPS Science Curriculum

Follow an investigation of an environmental issue affecting society, and present a personal action plan to address the problem. (LG #6)
Information Literacy AASL: 1, 2, 3
Technology Literacy

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

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

Media Literacy CML Core Concepts 1, 3, 4, 5
Learning Styles Visual, Auditory, Kinesthetic, Tactile, Active, Reflective, Global, Analytical, Field Independent
Skills
  • Research
  • Script Writing
  • Storyboarding
  • Public Speaking
  • Camera Techniques
  • Computer Editing
Production Environment Field Production
Activities
  1. Complete research component
  2. Show example of a PSA and discuss the project (this sample gives facts about pollution and what we can do to stop it, but it is specific to Global Warming, not Pfiesteria)
  3. Gather B-roll and stills
    • of the Chesapeake Bay
    • of fish
    • of visible signs of pfiesteria
    • of actions people taking action
  4. Write script and storyboard
  5. Plan production
    • think about where and when to film
    • who is perfoming? Who is running the equipment? WHO'S IN CHARGE?
  6. Rehearse
  7. Shoot and compile
  8. 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
  9. Present/ share
Differentiation
  • Assign production roles appropriate to student needs and/or abilities
  • Extended time
Assessment Suggestions PSA 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