Tuesday, 9 January 2018

3.3 Mini Project Conclusion & Assessment

IMP: You Must make sure you capture screen grabs images or screen capture video using Quicktime of your creating and manipulating, editing your assets for evidence. You wont be able to go back and change this later!

Think about: how are you being creative - record your decisions as vocal notes and add as an audio commentary if you wish


Topic B: Preparing, editing and/or manipulating assets p.82 - 85

B1 E-portfolio: Each learner will prepare their e-portfolio in preparation for adding their editing/ manipulation work.



B2 Editing material/asset: Each learner will undertake tasks to edit their assets.


B3 Manipulations and modification: Each learner will undertake the manipulation and modification of their assets.



B4  E-portfolio of preparation, editing and/or manipulation process: Each learner should upload their information into the e-portfolio in terms of:

o    an appropriate format
o    annotations of the edit/manipulation process
o    annotations on how the asset has changed and why
o    how the edit/manipulation has affected the asset.



Band 1
(Fail)
1-6
Band 2
(Pass)
7-11
Band 3
(Merit)
12-16
Band 4
(Distinction)
17-20
Adapted material demonstrates limited understanding of the editing/manipulation process – limited evidence pf adaption/not appropriate to the brief
Adapted material demonstrates general understanding of the editing/manipulation process.
There is evidence of applying relevant editing skills
Adapted material demonstrates good understanding of the editing/manipulation process.
There is evidence of applying effective and consistent skills
Adapted material demonstrates full understanding of the editing/manipulation process.
There is evidence of applying sophisticated and creative skills
Limited annotation the manipulation or editing of assets.
Creative or design decisions identified not justified in how they are suitable to the brief

Mostly accurate annotation of the manipulation or editing of assets.
Creative or design decisions are partly justified in how they are suitable to the brief

Detailed and mostly accurate annotation of the manipulation or editing of assets.
Creative or design decisions are mostly justified in how they are suitable to the brief

Detailed and accurate annotation of the manipulation or editing of assets.
Creative or design decisions are fully justified in how they are suitable to the brief

Partially meets the requirements of the brief: changes are complete but of limited use or may not work
Some evidence of meeting the requirements of the brief, with complete and working changes
Meets the requirements of the brief, with complete and effective changes
Meets the requirements of the brief, with consistent and effective changes


Resources: Pages 84 and 85


Task 1: Annotate your digital folder evidence, completing the Log task. Use screen grabs from your process creating and manipulating process


Task 2: Complete Table of Asset Changes (p.85) - take side by side screenshot comparisons of BEFORE and AFTER


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Task 3: Complete your annotated and indexed digital portfolio of your preparation, editing and/or manipulation processes. Make sure all evidence has been uploaded to your Weebly page for assessment and feedback


(Total for Activity 2 = 20 marks).

3.2 Homework: Creating assets and Index of sources

Band 1
(Fail)
1-5
Band 2
(Pass)
6-10
Band 3
(Merit)
11-15
Band 4
(Distinction)
16-20

Gathered assets relate to some of the requirements of the brief, with evidence of selective decisions to meet these
Gathered assets relate consistently (ie they continue to match) the requirements of the brief, showing evidence of selective decisions AND/OR refinement to meet these.
Gathered assets relate directly (ie they match precisely) the requirements of the brief, showing a considered approach (your annotation shows you know what you are doing & why) with evidence of selective decisions AND refinement to meet these.

Created assets relate to some of the brief, showing some competence in production techniques (image capture, design logos, image resolution, composition, continuity, use of shot types and angles, sound and images, layout, making it interactive etc)
Created assets relate consistently (ie they continue to match) the requirements of the brief, showing effective use of production techniques (ie it does the job required by the brief and engages the audience)
Created assets relate directly (ie they match precisely) the requirements of the brief, showing creativity in the use of production techniques (ie it looks professional compared to real examples and shows skill in its use of video or emagazine techniques)

Index of assets & sources (where you got them from) shows understanding that they are relevant to the meeting the brief
Index of assets & sources (where you got them from) shows developed understanding of their purpose - how they work and why they are relevant to the brief
Index of assets & sources (where you got them from) shows that you fully understanding of their purpose - how they work and why they are relevant to the brief

Objectives: To understand
o    the assets required to fulfil your ideas for the brief
o    how you will create your assets
o    how you will source your assets
o    where you could source your assets
o    what considerations you need for each asset in terms of copyright, clearance etc.


Overview of Tasks for Homework & Prep Due Monday 15th January

Task 1: Read pages p.70-71, p.84-85 and p.95-96

Task 2: Read the resources on how to manage your files for your digital folders:
http://stillmotionblog.com/folder-structure/  
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aJ0_SP5nBMg 
http://www.theblackandblue.com/2011/08/29/media-management-101/

Task 3: (see below): Using the info above, set up your digital folders to store your assets in and start to fill in your Index (Evidence 1) using the worksheet below on your 'Unit 5: Digital Folder' weebly page


Task 4: (see below) Begin your log (Evidence 2) on the worksheet below and paste onto your 'Unit 5: Digital Folder' weebly page


Task 5: A3  Creating assets and materials (p.85) 

Use their skills to develop and/or create appropriate assets for their digital media product.

You must carefully consider the requirements of the brief, as well as copyright and clearances when preparing your assets

Task 4: A4  Index of sources 
Individual activity: Each learner will prepare a digital index that contains:

o    identification of the location of sources and assets
o    identification of the appropriateness of the materials for the intended product
o    where the materials will be used in the product.

Upload your annotations onto your Unit 5 weebly page



Task 3: A5  Storing assets
Individual activity: Each learner will ensure that they have labelled assets, stored them securely and enabled easy access.

http://stillmotionblog.com/folder-structure/ 










Thursday, 4 January 2018

3.2 A3 Creating assets and materials for Digital Folder and A4 Index of sources

Objective: A3 Creating assets and materials p.94, 95 and p. 82, 83

Individual activity: Each learner will use their skills to develop, create or source appropriate assets for their digital media product.

You must carefully consider the requirements of the unit content when preparing your assets. There is a requirement in the examination paper, under each choice of medium, for the inclusion of particular elements 

Band 1
(Fail)
1-5
Band 2
(Pass)
6-10
Band 3
(Merit)
11-15
Band 4
(Distinction)
16-20

Gathered assets relate to some of the requirements of the brief, with evidence of selective decisions to meet these
Gathered assets relate consistently (ie they continue to match) the requirements of the brief, showing evidence of selective decisions AND/OR refinement to meet these.
Gathered assets relate directly (ie they match precisely) the requirements of the brief, showing a considered approach (your annotation shows you know what you are doing & why) with evidence of selective decisions AND refinement to meet these.

Created assets relate to some of the brief, showing some competence in production techniques (image capture, design logos, image resolution, composition, continuity, use of shot types and angles, sound and images, layout, making it interactive etc)
Created assets relate consistently (ie they continue to match) the requirements of the brief, showing effective use of production techniques (ie it does the job required by the brief and engages the audience)
Created assets relate directly (ie they match precisely) the requirements of the brief, showing creativity in the use of production techniques (ie it looks professional compared to real examples and shows skill in its use of video or emagazine techniques)

Index of assets & sources (where you got them from) shows understanding that they are relevant to the meeting the brief
Index of assets & sources (where you got them from) shows developed understanding of their purpose - how they work and why they are relevant to the brief
Index of assets & sources (where you got them from) shows that you fully understanding of their purpose - how they work and why they are relevant to the brief

As a Group (Video or e-magazine) Work through Pages 70-72 in text
Make notes

Task 1: Practical workshop to create and source assets for your production, using your production plans from last week (the assets list you will need)





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Objective: A4  Index of sources
Individual activity: Each learner will prepare a digital index that contains:

o    identification of the location of sources assets
o    identification of the appropriateness of the materials for the intended product
o    where the materials will be used in the product.


Task 2: Compile your Digital Folder Portfolio with your created and sourced assets 
Create:
Set up a new page on Weebly 'Unit 5: Digital Folder' 
Create a Contents Page (which you will add to later)
Create Subfolders on your mac to store you created assets.
Save the files by their Individual Filenames to identify what it is - include and abbreviate the following:
o    Name (what it is)
o    Date created eg: 01.01.18
o    Resolution

Ensure you add meta-info or annotations as a PDF log to record permissions, ownership and terms of use of each file in the folder

Task 3: Index your sources, and write annotation of the relevance to the brief and their purpose in your production (P.70-72)

Task 4: (P.84 - 85) Screengrab your folders and files and Annotate your 'Unit 5: Digital Folder' of your sourced and created assets to record your decisions on selection (why you have chosen, strengths and weaknesses or will not include) and refinement (what needs to be improved or manipulated and why)


3.1 Homework & Prep due Thurs 11th

Prep for Monday 1 hour
Mock Examination PM2 report - Unit 5 OFCOM 2016 resit 2hours
Revise over the questions and address the feedback to improve your grade

Prep for Tuesday: 1 hour
If you are dong video Read p.49 - 52 and make summary notes on your blogs about how this APPLIES to your Identity product to present in class.

1. What techniques of composition & continuity will you use (100 words min)

2. What Mise en scene (actors, costume, props, set dressing) and why? (100 words)
3. Location or Studio shoot and why? How will you maintain continuity? (100 words?)
4. What is the 180 deg rule & rule of 3rds - demonstrate with your cameraphones and upload to blog
5. Draw a Storyboard of your idea - advert length of 30 secs, include different angles, shots, movements (you will film this on Monday in class)

If you are doing doing e-magazine read p.56-59 and make summary notes on your blogs about how this APPLIES to your Identity product to present in class.


1. Draw out a draft of your Title page and annotate your use of images, colour, graphics, logos, fonts, language and layout

2. How are you engaging the reader (100 words)
3. Draw out a draft of the features page - what will you include to meet the brief (advice, things to look out for etc?)
4. How are you engaging the reader for your features page (100 words)
5. Take 3 digital photographs for the cover and features page, where will you source your graphics or icons or additional images (100 words)
6. How will your e-magazine be interactive? see 'example of interactive product' (p.59) How will you make the pages turn? How will you incorporate video or sound? (100 words)
7. When you do you plan to test your product and what happens if it doesn't work?

Homework 2 hours

Task 1: Write up your production plan from class last week listing assets to be sourced and created.

Task 2: Write up a 100 blog post on your notes about copyright and clearances for each of your sourced assets

Task 3: Source assets appropriate for the brief and their response to the brief for Tuesday to begin to create your DIGITAL FOLDER (p.70) on Tuesday for feedback




3.1 A2 Identifying assets and required material - What are Assets?

A2  Identifying assets and required material (Trial run)
Individual activity: Each learner will source and create assets appropriate for the brief and their response to the brief.

Each learner will have selected an appropriate digital media product based on their experience in production units, their skills developed in particular areas and the resources available to them to produce an effective digital media product.

The learner will need to understand:
o    the assets required to fulfil their ideas for the brief
o    how they will create their assets
o    how they will source their assets
o    where they could source their assets

o    what considerations they need for each asset in terms of copyright, clearance etc. 

P.47& 48 Text Books

https://www.moovly.com/blog/shutterstock-is-now-integrated-into-moovly-studio 

https://multimedia.journalism.berkeley.edu/tutorials/media-assets/



Copyright: the exclusive legal right, given to an originator or an assignee to print, publish, perform, film, or record literary, artistic, or musical material, and to authorize others to do the same.
Licensing: grant a license to permit the use of something or to allow an activity to take place.

Attribution: acknowledging the author of a work. It most often requires the person’s name with the copyright symbol, and a link back to the source.

Public Domain: the state of belonging or being available to the public as a whole, and therefore not subject to copyright (be sure to check public domain status in each country.)





Task 4: Production Plan 
In Teams based on Brief (max of 3's), use Popplet to create a group mindmap and collect links/examples and a catalogue of sources.
  1. What do we mean by assets?
  2. What assets are required to fulfil your ideas for the brief - identify them?
  3. How they will create assets?
  4. How and where will your source assets?
  5. How are sourcing or creating assets impacted in terms of copyright, clearance etc.
Task 5: 
Individually complete your production plans, with investigation of copyright and clearance


‘Tutors cannot give any support to the research and preparation work’.

https://pics.io/media-asset-management

Tuesday, 12 December 2017

2.7 Homework and Prep for Christmas

Prep: 2 hours 
https://ctkmediatechadv5-3.blogspot.co.uk/2017/12/31-unit-3-digital-media-skills-mini.html




Read over the booklet for Unit 3. Record down the date of the exam and the pre-release material.

Read over the rules and guidelines and sign the booklet to say you have done so.

Carry out a skills audit and prepare your visual presentation* using examples and evidence from your portfolio to justify why you are selecting either Video, DTP & Photography or Audio Production.

Read over the brief on Identity and annotate.

Select the brief that will best fit your skills for most success and develop 1 initial idea to be included in your presentation*

Homework: 5 hours
Examine the feedback from your first exam essays from your homework. Address the improvements in RED by editing these essays and including these answers in them in them correct places.

Using the assessment criteria for the exam (below), action plan and colour code where your evidence and the points they support to be able to make these improvements on your 4 sides of notes.

Practice your timed updated 5 answers for the mock exam week 1 when we return after the break. It will be on the 2016 report again, this time under supervised exam conditions. 

Q1 - Quan/Qual - 30mins
Q2 - Prim/Second - 30mins
Q3 - Production - 30mins
Q4 - Consumption - 15mins
Q5 - Recommendations 15mins

Resources and SOW for Unit 3 and 5

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