By Lars Lindqvist Learning Targets 1. I can create a movie using iMovie 2. For Teachers: I can structure a lesson using iMovie in a way that promotes the development of important writing skills and habits. 3. For students: I can create a narrative that is supported by effectively organized evidence and has a tone that fits the subject Evidence of Understanding: Students will create their own iMovie that introduces themselves to the class.
About Me Secondary English Education Student. This is my second year in the program. I have had two semesters of practicum, and now have started student teaching. I am a member of the Writing Fellows, an undergraduate writing tutor program, here at the UW.
Uses of iMovie (from a teachers perspective) Telling Narratives Presenting an argument/ informational film on a current issue Alternative projects at the end of a unit. Caters to a more diverse selection of learning styles Potential option for students with disabilities iMovie and Writing The same skills that go into creating a movie can also be found in writing. Images in slideshows = supporting evidence. Text that introduce pictures= topic sentences. Intro/conclusions Effects ( music, transitions, etc.) set tone of piece. Can be adapted to different writing styles found in different subjects.
Common Core All these ideas align with the language of the Common Core Standards ( see writing standard .1 for grades 6-12). From 6 th Grade (W.6.1): Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence. From 12 th Grade (W.11-12.1): Write arguments to support claims and analysis of substantive topics, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.
Time to Start the Tutorial! Before we begin, you need to find 2 to 3 images that describe you. Just use the first that come to mind! Next step, open iMovie! During the tutorial keep in mind these two things: 1. How do you want to organize your projects in order to present the information most effectively? 2. What do you effects (music, transitions, font, sound effects) say about your piece? Do they fit the tone?
Designing and Teaching with iMovie Reminder of uses: Narratives, alternative projects, video essays, etc. For today: A movie that tells a story about us and introduces us to the class. - Keep in mind: This should be organized in an essay format. Todays lesson will use a gradual release format ( I do, we do, you do). I do: A Teacher example A good way to start this particular lesson is to provide an example of your own. When I show the video about myself, pay attention to the following: - How is it organized? -Do the effects detract or add? - What is the overall effect? We do: Constructing a Video Together For the next activity we will put what we have learned into practice. Using another video I made, come up and construct the video in a way that more effectively delivers its message. Some things you could add: -Text before images ( topic sentences) -Music -Transitions -Order the clips to fit together. After you make an addition, explain your reasoning.
You Do: Create Your Own Movie Now its your turn to create a movie! Remember, for our lesson, you are making a movie that tells a story about you! You will have 15 min to get as far as possible. Keep in mind the ideas about structure, organization, and tone that we have discussed. Debrief In conclusion iMovie is great for: -Giving students opportunities to tell a narrative or make an argument in non traditional fashion. -Allow students to practice the craft of writing. -Providing alternatives to the usual essay format Any questions? Additional resources: YouTube has many more tutorials that go more in depth. I would recommend those by David A. Cox from pcclassesonline.com. Thanks for listening!