Introduction to Video Production for Future YouTube Stars
In this 4-week course, students will learn how to plan, record, edit, and publish videos for YouTube.
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What's included
4 live meetings
3 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
In this 3-week course, students will learn how to plan, record, edit, and publish videos for YouTube. This is a fun, in-depth course covering the five-step video creation process and tools for students who wish to become content creators for YouTube. During this course, students will have an opportunity to create at least two videos. THIS COURSE DOES NOT COVER SETTING UP A YOUTUBE CHANNEL, GAMING VIDEOS, OR GETTING SUBSCRIBERS. We have other courses that cover those topics in-depth, so if your child is interested in one of those topics, please register for those classes instead of this one. Students will have 1-3 hours of homework each week, practicing the techniques demonstrated in class. To participate in all lessons, students will need an iOS or Android smartphone or tablet. We do not recommend or support using a Kindle Fire or Chromebook for this class. HERE IS WHAT WE WILL COVER: Week 1: Internet Safety and Challenge Videos - This week, we will learn about internet safety, challenge videos, equipment, and the basics of the video-making process. Homework for this week will be to film a challenge video with a smartphone or tablet. Week 2: Introduction to Editing with KineMaster - For this week of class, students will learn about editing their challenge videos using KineMaster on their smartphones or tablets. Their edits will include creating segments, adjusting frame speed, adding text, and adding sound/music. We will also have a brief discussion about copyright. Students will learn how to upload their videos to YouTube via the YouTube app. Homework for this week will be to edit the challenge videos from Week 1. Week 3: Advanced Video Planning - It's time to take our videos to the next level! This week, students will learn why planning is important. We will go over the five-step video production process that students can follow to create successful videos that will get them likes and subscribers. Homework for this week will be to use the five-step process to create a new video. Week 4: Film Festival - Let's share the videos we created during the course! Everyone will have an opportunity to share 2-3 minutes of one of their videos with the class to get feedback from the instructor and other students. Students are not required to share their videos. IMPORTANT: Students will need an Android or iOS smartphone or tablet with all required (FREE) software installed to follow along with the instructor. We do not recommend or support using a Kindle Fire or Chromebook for this class. If students wish to upload their videos and/or customize their channel, they will also need a YouTube account. We recommend using a separate device to watch the class, so students can see the instructor’s screen while working on their devices. See the External Resources and Learner Supplies sections of the course description for details about the software required for this class. PLEASE HAVE ALL SOFTWARE INSTALLED BEFORE THE START OF CLASS. All of the required software is free. You do not need to purchase anything. Just make sure it’s installed before class begins. The instructor won’t be able to wait for students to install software at the start of any class session.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
YouTube requires content creators to be at least 13 years of age to have an account, so a parent/guardian must create any accounts for their child to upload videos. You should monitor the videos that your child uploads to make sure they aren't sharing inappropriate/personal information. If you are not comfortable with your child uploading their videos, there's no need to create an account, but your student might not be able to follow along with some portions of the class. Please see this helpful guide for more information: https://www.commonsensemedia.org/learning-with-technology/is-it-ok-for-my-kid-to-start-her-own-youtube-channel
Supply List
Students will need an Android or iOS smartphone or tablet to record and edit their videos. The device will need the following app installed: - KineMaster (app) - https://kinemaster.com/ - YouTube (app) - https://youtube.com Students will also need a YouTube account if they wish to upload and share their videos. We do not walk kids through creating an account (which we will explain during class). You can find instructions for creating an account here: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/1646861 We do not support using an Android or iOS emulator on a computer (i.e. Bluestacks) to use any software, and we don't recommend or support using a Chromebook or Kindle Fire for this class. PLEASE HAVE ALL SOFTWARE INSTALLED BEFORE THE START OF CLASS. All of the required software is free. You do not need to purchase anything. Just make sure it’s installed before class begins. The instructor won’t be able to wait for students to install software at the start of any class session.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined July, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
We are a community center for all things science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM). Pongos offers classes, clubs, and camps on a variety of topics such as coding, gaming, game design, video production, animation, general science, and more. Our instructors come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and include network engineers, programmers, and teachers. Many have advanced degrees, or are currently working on them.Reviews
Live Group Class
$72
for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
50 min
Completed by 691 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
5-10 learners per class
