November Post

For November I've continued assisting Mr. Miller in the ROP class for we've introduced lighting to the class having them work on setting it up and taking it apart. For my independent component I've continued with editing a couple of videos. The first video I worked on this month was actually a video for a presentation; the video was not mandatory but we made it for extra credit and so I was given the role of editing the video in which I spent several hours making. The other video I've worked on is actually the PTSA Silent Auction video, where I was asked to film the event and create a video for the PTSA members. This video also has taken me a few hours. I've been doing quite a lot of editing lately and I hope to do more.

EQ

 1.  I reviewed the rule of three for writing an EQ.

• Provide a framework
• Take a stance
• Format
  

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2.Review the following EQs and

·       -Tell us if each meets the rule of three.

·       -Tell why they do or don't.

a.     What is the most important factor in healthy weight loss?

The question provides a framework of studies by asking a broad question that requires in depth research. It doesn’t take a stance because although it allows multiple answers to be argued with, it’s not a specific question. And is formatted in a way all readers could comprehend but lacks depth, meaning it might be too simple.
 

b.  What is most important to securing a conviction in a criminal investigation?

It provides quite a bit of framework for it asks a question that has many factors for it to be answered. Somewhat of a stance for there could be many points to argue from. And is specific but wording doesn’t make too much sense
 

 c.  What is most important in creating a hairstyle that best satisfies a customer?

Lacks depth of research required because the question is more so opinion based from customers. Doesn’t take a stance because there isn’t much to argue about with this question. It does make sense but isn’t specific enough.
 

 d.  How can an anesthesiologist best treat chronic pain?

The studies for this might require a bit of studying only if you don’t know what an anesthesiologist does. It doesn’t take a stance because chronic pain is different and can’t be best treated one way, it has to be treated a certain way. Formatting is simplistic and vague.

3.  Based on your review of the rule of 3 and your experience with assessing four EQs, please write another draft EQ for your senior project.  The senior team will be meeting with students shortly for EQ revision and approval; you are expected to bring your research notebook to that meeting with your EQ draft written inside in pencil.

What aspects of film editing most effectively delivers the emotion of the story?

Blog 9: Lesson 1 Reflection

Content:

1. Positive Statement

What are you most proud of in your Lesson 1 Presentation and why?

I am most proud of my ability to engage to the class because of the topic I’m able to talk about. Even though I was nervous up there and might’ve stumbled a bit; it wasn't difficult to get back on track with what I had and continue talking about a topic that I genuinely enjoy talking about.

2. Questions to Consider
       a.     What assessment would you give yourself on your Lesson 1 Presentation (self-assessment)?

       AE       P          AP       CR       NC

       b.     Explain why you deserve that grade using evidence from the Lesson 1 component contract.

I think I deserve a P because I met all of the requirements on the rubric. Although I didn't refer to my prop, I still had a prop on there. I felt I spoke relatively well and explained all my points across


3. What worked for you in your Lesson 1?

I think overall everything went according to plan, I spoke about everything I wanted to, I was engaged to the class and I felt comfortable being able to talk about what I enjoy 
 

4.  (What didn't work) If you had a time machine, what would you have done differently to improve your Lesson 1?

I would probably use note cards rather than holding a piece of paper, just so to look more professional. I'd also probably refer to my prop more, even though there wasn't much to refer to, or just in general have a different prop. Probably bring up more examples so that the class could relate, rather than just throwing facts. 

October Post

For the past month the ROP class has been working on screenwriting, and how to properly right a script. After scripts were made, we finally got into working on another project, the class worked on a music video. I wasn't able to act on any of the films this time but I did get to give a lot of input on ideas and shots. What I mainly focused on working was filming behind the scenes. It's part of my independent component as I'll be filming the class for majority of productions and showing what they learn in class and putting it together into one video. I was also working in another video helping out my friend Hasan Khan. He pitched to me his assignment he was given from his college class, to create a video about himself and asked if I could help out. I accepted and I've been helping him since. We filmed about a week ago with a three point lighting setup, and I've been filming small bits for his video since. Today actually, I edited the video for about 3 hours and I'd say it is about 95% done. So my independent component seems to be coming along as I've been working a lot on behind the scenes. Overall, October has been a busy month.

Blog 8: Research and Working EQ

1.   What is your working EQ?

What aspects of film editing helps deliver the emotion of the story

2.     What is a possible answer to your working EQ? Please write the answer in thesis format. 

      

Pacing and timing is highly useful and is the best to use aspect when editing films

3.  What is the most important source you have used that has helped you come up with an answer to your working EQ?

The most important source that’s helped me answer by EQ was an article called “The Art of Edit” by Janis Lonnquist. In this article she explains that editing is more than just connecting shots together but rather an art. With the right technique and mindset, editing could really help a story become more efficient.

4.  Who is your mentor, or where are you doing mentorship, and how does what you are doing relate to your working EQ?

My mentor is Mr. Miller at the I-Poly ROP video class, and what I am doing it re-learning and practicing filmmaking aspects over to help improve upon that. Although I am more focusing on editing, as a filmmaker it’s important to know all the parts of making videos or movies, maybe not entirely thoroughly but enough. So what I do not only helps my editing improve and help me learn more on the way, I’m able to practice other parts of film production as well.

September Mentorship Post

For the past several weeks I have been mentoring in the I-Poly ROP video class under Mr. Miller. Since I've already taken the class, being a teacher's assistant is helping me get more of an understanding of each aspect of film. So as a TA I have been doing a lot of small work like organizing equipment, charging batteries for cameras, and running small errands. A more bigger role I've done is I have helped with quite a few productions, giving tips, showing groups what to do and how to do it, just overall helping out and teaching a bit of my knowledge here and there. I even played as an actor in quite a few of them. For me personally, Mr. Miller has purposed many ideas for me to do as an individual assignment, furthering my skill and knowledge on film production and more towards my senior project, film editing. So far it's been mostly TA work helping groups and giving input but there are ideas for me better my knowledge of editing to help me with my senior project.

Blog 7: Independent Component 1 Approval

1.  Describe in detail what you plan to do for your 30 hours.

I've been working as a teacher's assistant under Mr. Miller of the ROP video class at I-Poly, I've been given the opportunity to help others learn the basics of what we're learning each week and also help with recent productions they've had. 

2.  Discuss how or what you will do to meet the expectation of showing 30 hours of evidence.

I have done just about 30 hours already attending all his classes for 3 hours a day and twice a week, but to show what I have done I could create a video of what goes on during the classes or have Mr. Miller write what I do for evidence that my hours are real.  

3.  And explain how what you will be doing will help you explore your topic in more depth.

Well since last year I took the class, being a TA could help further my knowledge on not just specifically editing but all around film production. Being a teacher and had worked in the business, Mr. Miller could easily teach me more than I already know. 

4.  Update your Senior Project Hours log.