You Can Write a Movie! | Screenwriting | Creative Writing | Film
In this creative writing course, writers will learn how to take a story idea and write it for the screen.
Dana Leon, M.Ed | Reading Intervention
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(51)
What's included
6 pre-recorded lessons
6 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1-2 hours per week. There will be writing homework for every lesson except for Lesson 1. Lesson 1 homework is more of a shift in mindset when watching movies. Students will be encouraged to see movies as mentors for their own writing, that they can pick up ideas from.Assessment
- Writers will be given feedback on their work for each lesson before the next week. - Feedback will be given to all final projects. - Final grades available upon request.Grading
includedClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Beginner - Intermediate Level
Every great movie starts with a great script! Learners will learn to develop a screenplay in much the same way as developing any type of writing. In this class, learners can either write from scratch or adapt a story they have already written. C O U R S E B R E A K D O W N Lesson 1: Intro to Movie Magic Lesson 2: Story Structure Lesson 3: One-Page Story Lesson 4: Screenplay Format Lesson 5: Revising and Editing Lesson 6: Table Read Learners can draft and write their scripts in a preferred word-processing app or in a notebook. Work should be uploaded each week to show progress. Lessons will include a combination of video and interactive elements, such as Kahoot, Jamboard, and video/audio. All lessons will be posted on Mondays, to be completed before the next Monday lesson is posted. NOTE: Since many students may also be learning to write a structured story, I am not strict with scriptwriting format as long as their format makes clear what is a description vs. when a character is speaking. ⭐ If the listed class times don't work for you, don't worry - just click 'Show Alternative Times' and you'll find a time that fits your schedule. See you in class soon. ⭐ 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
Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, descriptive details, and clear event sequences.Orient the reader by establishing a situation and introducing characters; organize an event sequence that unfolds naturally.
Syllabus
3 Units
6 Lessons
over 6 WeeksUnit 1: Planning Your Screenplay
Lesson 1:
Intro to Movie Magic
Writers will learn about movie genres, the movie making process, and decide what type of movie to write. Lesson 2:
Story Structure
Writers will organize their stories by plotting elements on a story mountain. Lesson 3:
One-Page Story
Writers will use their story outlines to write a one-page story that will inform their whole script. Unit 2: Drafting Your Screenplay
Lesson 4:
Screenplay Format
Writers will compare movie versions to the script version and write a first draft. Other Details
Parental Guidance
Kahoot will be used for this class. Learners will not need an account.
I will share templates through Google Docs. Learners can convert these to Word or use the templates as a guide in for how to organize their work in a dedicated notebook.
Supply List
If not using a word processing program like Google Docs or Word, students will want to have a dedicated notebook.
Language of Instruction
English
Joined December, 2021
4.9
51reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
New York Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
New York Teaching Certificate in Special Education
Master's Degree in Special Education from Manhattanville University
I have taught the writing process in my 3rd and 4th grade classes and adapted them for a filmmaking club at my former school. Prior to becoming a teacher, I had worked on a few independent films and attended film school. Reviews
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Ages: 8-12
