iMovie Workshop: Private Sessions for iMovie Video Editing & Skills Development
What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hoursAssessment
Students will have progress made on their own independent projects, and demonstrate understanding of new skills or make revisions, given targeted instructions on the tools and techniques required in iMovie as needed (i.e.sound, video editing, green screen, etc.)Class Experience
In this 1:1 course, students will have a private iMovie lesson in the important elements of video production and editing, from story development through a finished, edited product. If a specific topic is wanted I will cater to teach the topics you want learn. This is designed to be a fun, creative, enjoyable and encouraging environment. If students have been working on an independent project, then review, feedback & suggestions will be provided. This private session can taken by anyone with iMovie experience, basic through advanced, who wants extra practice, instruction, and feedback. Students can sign up for one session, or "drop in" as often as they would like, using this class similar to a "workshop" meeting--perfect for ongoing independent film projects. Laptop/desktop and mobile/tablet iMovie programs are both suitable for class (laptop preferred, due to limits on editing using the iPad/iPhone version of iMovie). Individualized attention allows for specific, constructive and positive feedback. Targeted instruction catered to student needs may include: -Brainstorming new project ideas -The importance of proper shot composition, camera angles, and movement -The elements of engaging storytelling -Using transitions effectively -Maximizing the potential of the Ken Burns effect, and visual/color editing tools -Working with keynote to animate titles -Using layers of audio files and sound effects to create a mood -Stop motion techniques -Green screen & special effects -Any troubleshooting students may be having with the iMovie platform Instruction will be demonstration-based, encouraging students to find their own "voice" creatively while maximizing their technical skills using iMovie.
Learning Goals
Students will improve their skills in iMovie while also learning new skills, techniques & tips.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
YouTube Free Audio Library--shared with screen share, an optional for students to use--used for copyright free music files. YouTube's Free Audio Library requires a YouTube Account for their creator studio (but there is not a need to have an active YouTube channel). This site is completely optional, and other sources for copyright-free music will be provided (see below) https://www.youtube.com/c/AudioLibraryFreeMusic/about
Pixabay--This site offers creative-commons licensed (copyright-free), professionally created images, videos, and music for free use in films. Parents, please refer to this review of Pixababy as a resource by TeachersFirst: https://www.teachersfirst.com/single.cfm?id=14167
Registration is NOT required to use Pixababy and no account or login is required; no harmful content or additional programs, etc. are downloaded when images, videos, or sound files are downloaded from their website. www.pixabay.com
Supply List
iMovie (laptop/desktop version) Keynote (free program installed on all Mac laptops/desktops)
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Teacher expertise and credentials
Florida Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
I have been teaching iMovie for 13 years, and my middle school students frequently win local and state-wide film competitions, largely attributed to their skillful use of many of iMovie's tools that take their student films to much more mature, advanced levels that rival their peers.
Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$18
per classMeets once
55 min
Completed by 9 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
1-2 learners per class