Unit xx. Video editing – I’m an influencer

Details

This unit is planned but development has not yet started. Our plans may change in the future as we continue to review our scheme of learning.

Unit description

Using software to plan and edit video clips for a sponsor.

Unit career

I’m an influencer

“As an influencer, I produce and share videos on YouTube. This involves editing clips for sponsors to include within my own videos. My goal is to create entertaining, informative videos that attract viewers and build a loyal community.”

Key Question

All the activities in this unit enable students to answer the key question:

How do we plan, film, and edit video content so it tells a clear story and is polished for different platforms and purposes?

Knowledge statements

This is achieved by students studying 4 “Learn-it” lessons, each of which focus on one knowledge statement:

Know how to use software such as iMovie, OpenShot & VideoPad to make a video.
Know the elements of video production.
- E.g. storyboarding, scripting and different types of shots.
Know how to edit video clips.
- E.g. cutting, merging, music, voiceover, text and sound effects.
Know that videos can be stored in different file formats for different purposes.
- E.g. original raw clips, saved files for the editing software & compressed files for uploading to online streaming services.

What is included in this unit?

Teacher guide providing a detailed overview of the unit.
6 Lesson folders:
- 4 “Learn-it” lessons with a teacher PowerPoint and student workbook.
- 1 “Make-it” lesson with assessment materials for teachers and students.
- 1 “Review-it” lesson with an end of topic MCQ test, assessment grid, peer assessment and self-reflection.
Any additional resources and materials needed for the activities are provided in the lesson folders.
6 detailed lesson plans explaining how to teach the 3 lesson phases.
Extension activities with model answers.
3 independent homework question sheets supported by 3 online videos hosted on Tella.