Course Syllabus
Home Court Advantage
In this classroom, you will experience what we call here at Del Norte, the Home Court Advantage. Home Court Advantage refers to how we treat each other by assuming the highest standards in Safety, Support, and Belonging. As a member of this class and this school, we will expect that this is a SAFE place to be who you are, that we will SUPPORT each other no matter who we are, and that we BELONG because we are members of something bigger than ourselves.
Digital Media, What is it?
The course concentrates on developing competency across the breadth of film and video production positions, from script creation to presentation of the finished product. The course will focus on writing, directing, acting, producing, storyboarding, scheduling, cinematography, lighting design, audio engineering, and editing. Students will be challenged with group assignments that will give them hands- on experience with all elements of the production process. This course will expose students to the proper use of state-of-the-art film and video production tools as well as access to professional seminars from industry professionals. They will learn the vocabulary of film and use it to express themselves clearly and concisely in their writings for that industry. Students will develop ideas individually and also learn the team-concept to achieve their goals visually. Students will compose an outline, create a storyboard, and write a script from which they will produce a video. Students will make editing decisions based upon the script and on their interpretation of film art appreciation. They will be using industry standards in computer hardware and editing software. As an adjunct to in-studio production shows and student films, students will produce on-location television shows which will be broadcasted either live-to-tape or as a live webcast. Most important is the art of filmmaking and the creative process that precedes any film or television project, this page-to-film process can be a painstaking endless series of creating, writing, rewriting, collaboration, and more rewrites. Film study will be broken-down into its creative parts and students will learn how a film is created and produced. Students will study the impact of film and television on society from its social, economic, and political viewpoint. Films will be previewed for students in class and after school, they are expected to know the history of filmmaking and the technological that advances the art form. This course has been approved to meet the UC “f” requirement and PUSD’s Fine Arts requirement.
Can I get a job doing this?
Take a look at some of the career opportunities available in film. I think you'll be surprised.
What to expect and what is expected
- Expect to perform with the utmost of academic integrity
- Expect that you are here to be a learner and a creator
- Expect to be on-time
- Expect to help others with what you learn
- Expect to have fun
- Come to class prepared
- Stay focused on the task at hand
- Your work will be YOUR work, plagiarism is lazy and not tolerated
- Take care of the equipment, your space, and the room
- Do not chat with others when I'm lecturing or when we are discussing
- Not use cell phones in class unless I OK it
- Visit the restroom between classes
- Have fun
What do I need to know?
- you should know how to stay on task
- you should know how to be kind and helpful to others
- you should know how to let go of your artistic insecurities
- you should know how to think with meaning
- you should know how to have fun and be productive at the same time
What you need to work at home
Typical Question: May I bring my own laptop to school?
Answer: Yes, but I (Mr. Askegreen), other students, and DNHS/PUSD are not responsible for any resulting damage or theft. Please keep your computer with you at all times and be responsible.
A newer computer is obviously going to work better, but be sure to take a look at the system requirements for the software to see if your current computer is going to cause joy or pain.
Virtual Learning / Videoconferencing Protocols:
During Zoom classes, Nighthawks will…
- Sign in with your school assigned email.
- Use your full First and Last Name.
- Use live video whenever possible. If not possible, Nighthawks are proactive and talk with the teacher as to why it’s not possible.
- Use appropriate and non-distracting backgrounds during calls.
- Ensure your face is clear and identifiable when using live video.
- Understand that Zoom calls are an extension of the regular school day. Therefore, Nighthawks follow all school rules (e.g., no inappropriate language, behavior, dress code, drugs/alcohol/vaping, weapons, or any look-alike/replica items) during these calls.
- Follow video and audio recording school rules by not recording meetings or taking screenshots of meetings, the teacher, or other students without expressed written consent.
- Understand that eating, drinking, use of cell phones, or other devices can distract from the learning environment and therefore, will follow your teacher’s guidance regarding the use of such items.
- Understand that positive attendance (tardies, absences) and participation in Zoom calls is the first step toward success in my classes. Attendance for the entirety of a live zoom/meeting/activity is required, and following the bell schedule and your course schedule is the expectation.
Grading
- Storyboards = 20 points each
- Projects = 100 points each
- Late work deducted 10% per day
- Late work only accepted up to 10 days after due date (including weekends and holidays)
Grades will be updated as assignments are graded. I do my best to grade as quickly as possible, but life does happen.
Current assignment grades can be found by selecting the Grades button on the left.
Official grades will be posted for 6 week and 12 week grading periods and are found in Synergy located at http://sis.powayusd.com.
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