Leslie Fisher brings her unique blend of humor, knowledge and expertise in how to utilize video in the classroom in which fosters student learning. Concept/tips in shooting quality video for students was the focus of the first hour . . . video quality, digital zoom vs optical zoom, rule of thirds, lighting, audio quality, composition and equipment. In conclusion, Leslie spoke/demonstrated the power of video when proper instruction is given and students are allowed to demonstrate their VOICE. (lesliefisher.com)
I. Shooting Video Video Quality .... sensor size is key All digital video is compressed Poor lighting, less movement SLR Camera is KEY . . . good size sensor USE A TRIPOD! (iPad holder: $20-$50 with handle) Digital Zoom (iPad Pro 2) Optical zoom: Zens that will physically move . . . point and shoot. Digital zoom: Dosen't move anything. CROP in POST PRODUCTION (APP: T.O.D. Shooting Find Shade for the subject . . . in mid-day. good shadows Golden Hours ..... 2 hour rule Landscape!!!!! (Video in Landscape only!) Horizon App . . .. keeps your recording in Horizon iPad (Yosemito) speaks to Macbook . . . Camera Awesome App II. Lighting LED Lighting . . . creates better quality shots Great student project to model for students . . . film class Defused lighting . . . . key to great shots! III. Audio Quality Surround Microphone on iPad iRigLavelier IV. Composition 101 The Rule of thirds Fill the frame DOMINATE subject on the RIGHT hand side . . . comfortable for viewer Capture: Padcaster with Custom Stabilizing ($169) V. Mixed Environment of iPhone/iPad Steadicam Smoothee camera mount (Homemade solutions) Student project: instructables Website to find DIY! mediachollege.com/video/shots Storyboardthat . . . . AWESOME! 480/720/1080 ? ? ? 1080 Only! 4K is coming! VI. APPS! Camera Awesome Adobe Premiere Clip/Adobe Voice/Color AIR DROP? OS 8? Camera2 Left hand side .... shows the effect live and records live AWESOME Bring into other apps! Action Movie FX . . launch disasters! Can apply afterward Contact the developers Super Power FX . . . shows super powers VII. NOTES All By Myself You Tube Video .... a must see :) COLLABRACAM Grand Rapids Teacher developed: multiple screen
MACUL Tech Rally! (1:00-4:30)
This Tech Rally was a HIGH energy session that could be described as collaboration at its' best! Not only was the entire session collaborative, but so was the facilitators in which led for a unique and qualitative experience. A personalize approach to professional development . . . just like one size doesn't fit all for our students; neither shall our professional development opportunities. Choice was a major component of this TECH RALLY in which staff would rotate often to area of discussion, brainstorming, sharing and problem solving issues that face educators today.
I. Resources Introductions SHIFT Mich ... brade wilson #MACULselfie to @jackeryinc ...... picture contest
A. Disruptive Educators: Session #1 You Tube Live Events . . . morning announcements & etc. PBL .... true form combining SS/ELA training, shaking things up? Kent Innovation High . . . PBL (learning spaces) Getting staff to think innovatelly ..... Innovate Wildly! . weelby.com TAb all our successes! Innovation can be small . . . Intent: To be allowed to be creative . . . QR Codes in the Yearbook (Daqi)
B. Summer PD Opportunities: Session #2 Early school time . . . survey staff of needs. Two Days a week in the month of June July OFF . . . August: Tech Camp (2 Days) "What can I take with me" . . .
One day off of calendar for 7 hours ..... Tech Camp Collaborative Project. Taylor their PD Building Visits . . .. ALL STAFF "Get your Digital Space Ready" AND "Digital Space" Allow Teacher Choice . . . Lessen Control Admin. EdCamp for Admin/staff