You may view our groups Internet Safety PSA Video Here:
You Tube Address: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8qChu87JL-4
Music Open Source:
http://www.freesoundtrackmusic.com
A-M Classical
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Sunday, September 26, 2010
Saturday, September 25, 2010
PSA Production Project-Internet Safety
During the course of the last 3 weeks, I have had the privilege of working with a great group of people on our required PSA assignment. We first began by deciding what tasks each member of the group would focus on. Once we decided this information, each person worked diligently to carry out their task. Once we completed or pre-production activities, we began the actual production phase. My role was to create the shot list and to assist in providing footage for the shots. Our production came to a halt when we discovered that we would need to use moving footage. We quickly regrouped and reassigned different tasks. We then worked together to get all of the footage that we needed for the project. Other members began to fill in the music and narration. Finally, we were able to construct a well-produced PSA on Internet Safety.
Although our PSA in my opinion was a work of art, there is always room for improvement! My only suggestion for improvement would have been to add the use of a different software program for the final production. Our group unanimously chose Movie Maker to use because it is software that we are all familiar with. After learning about Video Spin in week 2, it would have be interesting to try this software and use some if its features such as multiple effects, transitions and sound effects with our footage, sound and narration.
Our group chose to use a Non-Commercial Creative Commons license. This would allow us to borrow works from other people and reuse it for educational use with the intent not to sale.
Our team collaborated with one another multiple times daily through the use of email. We were able to come up with tasks, ideas, updates and much more through this process. One of our group members, Brandy, created a wiki page for posting documents and files. This form of communication also allowed our team to be able to add and edit information that we could all have access to. Most of our footage, narration, images, and documents were stored on this site. Our group also utilized Skype as a means discover how the project was coming along and to correspond with one another in real time.
Overall, this assignment has been beneficial to me. I have learned a lot about myself and others. I have also learned how this type of assignment will work with students when working in a group. It is valuable to know exactly what to anticipate when working with this type of group assignment.
Although our PSA in my opinion was a work of art, there is always room for improvement! My only suggestion for improvement would have been to add the use of a different software program for the final production. Our group unanimously chose Movie Maker to use because it is software that we are all familiar with. After learning about Video Spin in week 2, it would have be interesting to try this software and use some if its features such as multiple effects, transitions and sound effects with our footage, sound and narration.
Our group chose to use a Non-Commercial Creative Commons license. This would allow us to borrow works from other people and reuse it for educational use with the intent not to sale.
Our team collaborated with one another multiple times daily through the use of email. We were able to come up with tasks, ideas, updates and much more through this process. One of our group members, Brandy, created a wiki page for posting documents and files. This form of communication also allowed our team to be able to add and edit information that we could all have access to. Most of our footage, narration, images, and documents were stored on this site. Our group also utilized Skype as a means discover how the project was coming along and to correspond with one another in real time.
Overall, this assignment has been beneficial to me. I have learned a lot about myself and others. I have also learned how this type of assignment will work with students when working in a group. It is valuable to know exactly what to anticipate when working with this type of group assignment.
Monday, September 6, 2010
Web Conference 7/11/10
I never did submit my blog reflection for the web conference that I attended on July 11, 2010, so I decided to create it today. This conference from hosted by Dr. Abernathy. She mainly talked about the internship. Dr. Abernathy also referenced the following book for writing the final paper:
6th Edition to APA Manual-Great Resource must be in a certain format. Second printing October 2009-American printing
We were also given email addresses and phone numbers of the people that are required to know our blog and wiki addresses. She also gave the website, http://internshipforeducationaltechnology.wikispaces.com/ as a reference for ideas of topics for our research study.
This is the information that I obtained from the web conference.
6th Edition to APA Manual-Great Resource must be in a certain format. Second printing October 2009-American printing
We were also given email addresses and phone numbers of the people that are required to know our blog and wiki addresses. She also gave the website, http://internshipforeducationaltechnology.wikispaces.com/ as a reference for ideas of topics for our research study.
This is the information that I obtained from the web conference.
Web Conference 9/6/10
Tonight I attended a web conference with Dr. Abernathy. We discussed this week‘s assignment as well as weeks-3-5. I still did not get a response as to where I should send my second assignment, since I submitted the wrong one. I guess I will end up sending it to her and Creighton the IA via email.
I also learned about a few new resources. One colleague shared Jodix as a great resource for audio. Another offered Divshare as another tool for creating podcasts.
Dr. Abernathy explained that for the upcoming assignment, all group members must each turn in all parts of the assignment. There should also be proof of collaboration placed on a wiki or website (documentation). She also stated that the final product should be copyrighted with a license through Creative Commons.
This was my experience with today’s web conference. I plan to review some of the older ones to see if I missed anything.
I also learned about a few new resources. One colleague shared Jodix as a great resource for audio. Another offered Divshare as another tool for creating podcasts.
Dr. Abernathy explained that for the upcoming assignment, all group members must each turn in all parts of the assignment. There should also be proof of collaboration placed on a wiki or website (documentation). She also stated that the final product should be copyrighted with a license through Creative Commons.
This was my experience with today’s web conference. I plan to review some of the older ones to see if I missed anything.
Sunday, September 5, 2010
My Second Software Review
For this assignment, I was asked to locate and evaluate two different open source video editing software resources. I decided to evaluate Windows Movie Maker and Video Spin by Pinnacle. Since I often use Windows Movie Maker, I did not have to download it. However, I did have to locate research and download Video Spin. I found the task of comparing both software programs very interesting. After trying them both I enjoyed each of them for different reasons.
Windows Movie Maker is such an easy program to use. Desktop-Video-Guide.com suggests that “This is one the best free video editing software programs available” (2009). I agree with their statement. I benefit from using a layout that is self explanatory and uncomplicated. This program comes bundled with the purchase of Windows and is free to the user. It offers HD, full screen video output for Windows Media, DVD and DV AVI files. It also supports various audio files such as WMV, ASF, MPG (MPEG-1), AVI, WMA, WAV and MP3. It offers 37 effects and 60 transitions.
Although WMM offers many great benefits, there are so negative aspects about the program. This software offers both a single storyboard and video track. This means that video footage will not have the ability to be layered. WMM may also only be used on the Windows platform. This limits MAC and Linux users. Even with the down sides of WMM, I definitely feel that the positive aspects out-weigh the negative.
Video Spin by Pinnacle was the next program and chose to review. This program has functions that are very similar to WMM. For example, they both are free, easy to use, allow for a single Windows platform and displays a single video track. Both also allow for audio and slide transitions to be added easily. However, there are some major differences between the two. One major difference between the two is that Video Spin has the ability for the user to add sound effects into the video. VS also exports AVI, Flash, Real, MPEG-1, unlike WMM.
VS is offers many useful features, but there are a few concerns to be aware of. This software has no video effects, which means that dark footage may not be brightened. You many also have to suffer though various ads while you work. If you would like to export your footage to DVD or you iPod, you will have to purchase additional codecs after a 15 day trial.
Overall, I really like both programs. There are a few cons to both, but these concerns are not enough to keep me from using them. I am excited about trying Video Spin in my classroom. We have used Windows Movie Maker in the past, so this new program will be nice change for them. The students will complete enjoy being able to add sound effects to their work.
References:
Desktop-Video-Guide. (n.d.). The various stages of creating a digital video. Retrieved on April 20, 2009, from http://www.desktop-video-guide.com/video-creation.html
PCWorld. (n.d.). Pinnacle review. Retrieved on September 2, 2010, from http://www.pcworld.com/reviews/product/31257/review/pinnacle_systems_videospin.html
Wikipedia. August 31, 2010. Windows movie maker. Retrieved on September 2, 2010, from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_Movie_Maker
Shawntee' Cowan
Windows Movie Maker is such an easy program to use. Desktop-Video-Guide.com suggests that “This is one the best free video editing software programs available” (2009). I agree with their statement. I benefit from using a layout that is self explanatory and uncomplicated. This program comes bundled with the purchase of Windows and is free to the user. It offers HD, full screen video output for Windows Media, DVD and DV AVI files. It also supports various audio files such as WMV, ASF, MPG (MPEG-1), AVI, WMA, WAV and MP3. It offers 37 effects and 60 transitions.
Although WMM offers many great benefits, there are so negative aspects about the program. This software offers both a single storyboard and video track. This means that video footage will not have the ability to be layered. WMM may also only be used on the Windows platform. This limits MAC and Linux users. Even with the down sides of WMM, I definitely feel that the positive aspects out-weigh the negative.
Video Spin by Pinnacle was the next program and chose to review. This program has functions that are very similar to WMM. For example, they both are free, easy to use, allow for a single Windows platform and displays a single video track. Both also allow for audio and slide transitions to be added easily. However, there are some major differences between the two. One major difference between the two is that Video Spin has the ability for the user to add sound effects into the video. VS also exports AVI, Flash, Real, MPEG-1, unlike WMM.
VS is offers many useful features, but there are a few concerns to be aware of. This software has no video effects, which means that dark footage may not be brightened. You many also have to suffer though various ads while you work. If you would like to export your footage to DVD or you iPod, you will have to purchase additional codecs after a 15 day trial.
Overall, I really like both programs. There are a few cons to both, but these concerns are not enough to keep me from using them. I am excited about trying Video Spin in my classroom. We have used Windows Movie Maker in the past, so this new program will be nice change for them. The students will complete enjoy being able to add sound effects to their work.
References:
Desktop-Video-Guide. (n.d.). The various stages of creating a digital video. Retrieved on April 20, 2009, from http://www.desktop-video-guide.com/video-creation.html
PCWorld. (n.d.). Pinnacle review. Retrieved on September 2, 2010, from http://www.pcworld.com/reviews/product/31257/review/pinnacle_systems_videospin.html
Wikipedia. August 31, 2010. Windows movie maker. Retrieved on September 2, 2010, from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_Movie_Maker
Shawntee' Cowan
My Video Editing Software Expedition
For this assignment, I was asked to locate and evaluate three different open source video editing software resources. I first began be using the search engine “Google” to find some choices. I already knew that I wanted to use Windows Movie Maker, because I am highly familiar with it, but I needed to find two more programs. Within minutes, I was able to locate several types of software. After reading about each one, I narrowed my choices down to two: Video Spin by Pinnacle and DebugMode Wax 2.0e.
Two out of the three resources that I chose are easy to use. Windows Movie Maker and Video Spin are very user-friendly. When making home movies, school projects or slide shows, I often refer to Movie Maker because of my prior knowledge using it. I decided to download Video Spin and try it. It took me about 5 minutes to understand how to use it. It is a great program to give your home or classroom videos a bit more character. I enjoyed the options of incorporating sound effects and different types of effects and fonts on the title pages. I will definitely use this one again.
After downloading DebugMode Wax, I found it very challenging to use. I tried using all of the “obvious” tools first, but quickly found myself wondering what to do next. Although this software will require more time to understand, it still seems very promising. This program has many technical features that most professionals tend to use. I will most likely try using this program again when I have more time.
Since I already use Windows Movie Maker with my classes, I will continue to do so. However, now have new program to try with my students. They will absolutely love Video Spin! It is simple enough for my 3rd and 4th grade students to use. They will enjoy adding in the music and sound effects to their projects. DebugMode Wax software will not be utilized with my elementary students. It is far too complicated. This software will be better suited for me to use for the creation of teaching-related tools.
Overall, I was pleased to find two additional resources to use. These programs will be great resources to share with the teachers on my campus. The actual research and usage of the software gave me insight into the pro and cons as well as some experience using the software. This assignment was highly beneficial to me.
Two out of the three resources that I chose are easy to use. Windows Movie Maker and Video Spin are very user-friendly. When making home movies, school projects or slide shows, I often refer to Movie Maker because of my prior knowledge using it. I decided to download Video Spin and try it. It took me about 5 minutes to understand how to use it. It is a great program to give your home or classroom videos a bit more character. I enjoyed the options of incorporating sound effects and different types of effects and fonts on the title pages. I will definitely use this one again.
After downloading DebugMode Wax, I found it very challenging to use. I tried using all of the “obvious” tools first, but quickly found myself wondering what to do next. Although this software will require more time to understand, it still seems very promising. This program has many technical features that most professionals tend to use. I will most likely try using this program again when I have more time.
Since I already use Windows Movie Maker with my classes, I will continue to do so. However, now have new program to try with my students. They will absolutely love Video Spin! It is simple enough for my 3rd and 4th grade students to use. They will enjoy adding in the music and sound effects to their projects. DebugMode Wax software will not be utilized with my elementary students. It is far too complicated. This software will be better suited for me to use for the creation of teaching-related tools.
Overall, I was pleased to find two additional resources to use. These programs will be great resources to share with the teachers on my campus. The actual research and usage of the software gave me insight into the pro and cons as well as some experience using the software. This assignment was highly beneficial to me.
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