The Personal Touches Matter: Creating Gifs in Canva to Use in Schoology
It only takes a few minutes to make a big impact using GIFs to bring your Schoology courses to life. This article walks you through how you can use a free Canva account to do just that.
Getting a Job and Keeping It: The Importance of Measuring Employability Skills
Discover the secret to excelling in the fast-paced world of video and film production! In this article, we explore the indispensable value of employability skills, from punctuality to teamwork, that can make or break your career in this competitive industry.
Dear New Teacher…
StreamSemester.com shares their support and encouragement for those entering the classroom for the first time.
Dear Veteran Teacher…
Teaching is a tough job -almost an extreme sport in a sense- and this letter shares the appreciation for those who have been a part of the video education community for a while and expresses that their experience is a blessing to those around them.
BACK TO BASICS: Pacing your broadcast news programs
Tom shares a couple of pacing guides and a rubric to be used in the broadcast news classroom. Detailing the intricacies of managing a well run broadcast program, Tom shares his thoughts and processes that help build a successful program.
7 Icebreakers for Getting to Know Your Video/Film Students
This article gives you seven ideas (with directions) for icebreakers to use with your students. There is even a bonus Kahoot! included based on the popular Netflix show “Stranger Things”.
Learning With Your Students
If you want your students to learn, you need to be willing to learn with them. I recently had a chance to attend a video scoreboard camp with my students, and these are the things I took away from that event.
Back To Basics: Avoid The Darkness and Stay Out Of The Light
Teaching proper exposure in video production is tough. In this article, Tom shares his story about his most humbling moments in the classroom as well as a complete lesson plan for you to use in your classroom.
B-Roll: An Educational Approach
B-roll - you hear about it all the time, but what is it? This article will help clarify your understanding of b-roll as well as give you some tips and tricks on how to do it better.
Shoutout To Cellphones!
Tom discusses the benefits of cell phones in the classroom and how you can manage your classroom so that phones aren’t a curse. Sharing details on workflows for news and film production, Tom also gives you a project that could be easily done on phones.
The Year I was A Spy… How to make your news room better
Espionage is often the key to success for your mission. Tom has been a spy for a year now and is sharing his findings with you on how to best run a newsroom and get the most from your students.
Teaching To The Test Pattern EP 124: Ask The Engineer #1
Video production educators have a lot of manage and often the thoughts and understanding of engineering get left behind. In this new series, Tom talks with Faraz Ahmed from Amitrace about several engineering concerns that educators may face in their classroom and in the field.
Filming People in Public: A General Guideline for Content Creators
Learn the guidelines for filming people in public for your YouTube channel. Discover legal considerations, consent, privacy, and ethical practices to create respectful content that respects personal boundaries and follows local laws. Be responsible and ethical while producing engaging videos.
Formatting a Two-Column Script in Google Docs: A Step-by-Step Guide
Harness the power of Google Docs' collaborative features to create professional scripts that meet industry standards. Follow our expert tips and enhance your productivity in scriptwriting. Format your AV scripts with ease using Google Docs and bring your creative vision to life.
Why Use Floor Director Hand Signals?
Mastering the art of precise cueing is crucial for seamless live broadcasts. Learn the significance of hand cues and signals, how they enhance performance, and the dangers of incorrect cueing. Discover expert tips for effective communication with talent, ensuring flawless transitions and captivating productions. Elevate your broadcasting game with this comprehensive guide to precise cueing.
Filmmakers as Artists: Unveiling the Power of Intention in the Creative Process
Discover why filmmakers are considered artists as we delve into the creative process and the vital role of intention. This article explores the multidisciplinary nature of filmmaking, highlighting the deliberate use of visual aesthetics, storytelling techniques, character development, and thematic exploration. By harnessing the power of intention, filmmakers create immersive experiences that provoke emotions, challenge conventions, and spark meaningful conversations. Join us as we celebrate the artistry behind the lens and delve into the captivating world of filmmaking.
My Thoughts: Hands-On with the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema 6K G2
Experience a hands-on review of the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema 6K G2, a game-changer in the world of digital cinematography. Discover how this cutting-edge device performs under various conditions, its battery life, usability, and how it pairs with different lenses. Perfect for educators, creators, and videography enthusiasts, the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema 6K G2 stands as a testament to cost-effective, high-quality filming technology.
BUT/THEREFORE STORYTELLING APPROACH
Before you ask your kids to go write a script, start here with the But/Therefore storytelling approach and watch your kids become better storytellers.
CREATIVE STORYTELLING WITH COLOR: AN EXPLORATION of YELLOW (part 1 of 8)
Are you looking for creative ways to encourage young filmmakers to make more conscientious choices in pre-production that pay off in big ways when students make their films?
Teaching To The Test Pattern: Dr. Andrew Stevens
Listen as Josh talks with Dr. Andrew Stevens from North Greenville University. This episode was recorded at Camp T&I in Brunswick Georgia.