Make a Special Effects Movie (Teens) | Self Paced
This video editing course teaches a variety of special effects through structured mini-projects that all lead to an awesome movie. No writing needed! Creativity encouraged.
Dana Leon, M.Ed | Reading Intervention | Dyslexia
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(53)
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What's included
6 pre-recorded lessons
6 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1 hour per week. 1 scene assignment per lessonAssessment
Feedback provided for all videos sent to me.Grading
Grades offered by request.Class Experience
US Grade 8 - 12
Beginner Level
⭐️ New to Outschool? Use the code DANALEO20 at checkout for $20 off. ⭐️ Do you believe in MAGIC? 🪄 All you need to create incredible special effects is a camera phone or tablet and the iMovie app. This video-editing course teaches a variety of special effects through structured mini-projects that will be combined into a short movie. C O U R S E B R E A K D O W N Lesson 1: Making Objects Disappear Lesson 2: Using Filters to Create New Worlds Lesson 3: Split Screens Lesson 4: Green-Screen Backgrounds Lesson 5: Advanced Green-Screen Effects Lesson 6: Bringing it All Together L E S S O N S T R U C T U R E: Each lesson includes: • Video demonstration • Step-by-step instruction of how to create a specific special effect. • Planning Templates to create a "mini-movie" with the effect of the week. • 1 Reflection Prompt • 1 Scene Assignment When compiled at the end of the course, the mini-movie projects will be combined to tell a larger story (about 5 minutes). Lessons will be posted on Mondays, all assignments should be completed by Friday to get prompt feedback. Do you have a visual learner or a learner with dyslexia, dysgraphia, ADHD, or autism? No problem! As a certified special education teacher, I know how to create classes that are supportive and engaging for neurodiverse learners. So if you're ready to have some fun and learn in a way that works best for you, sign up now and let's get started!
Learning Goals
Learners will be able identify and create with the following special effects: Transitions, Split-Screens, Filters, and Green-Screen Effects.
Syllabus
6 Lessons
over 6 WeeksLesson 1:
Making Objects Disappear
Make an object (or a sibling) disappear! Lesson 2:
Using Filters to Create Worlds
Use filters to transport your characters to another world! Lesson 3:
Split Screens
Clone yourself (or your cat)! Lesson 4:
Green-Screen Backgrounds
Use a green screen background to fall into a new dimension! Other Details
Learning Needs
Do you have a visual learner or a learner with dyslexia, dysgraphia, ADHD, or autism? No problem! As a certified special education teacher, I know how to create classes that are supportive and engaging for neurodiverse learners.
Parental Guidance
• Learners will need access to an Apple phone, tablet, or computer to access the iMovie app.
• I will share templates using Google Docs which can be downloaded to a variety of formats, printed or copied onto notebook paper. Learners are not required to use their google accounts or to share their google account information.
Supply List
Learners will need • iMovie app on a phone, ipad, or computer. • For the green-screen effect you can use a green screen, green paper, or green fabric.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined December, 2021
4.9
53reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
New York Teaching Certificate in Special Education
New York Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Master's Degree in Special Education from Manhattanville University
I studied film at USC and Hunter College. I also have experience as a second assistant director and production assistant on independent films and wrote and directed my own short film. Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$17
weekly6 pre-recorded lessons
6 weeks of teacher support
Choose your start date
1 year of access to the content
Completed by 7 learners
Ages: 13-18
