Multimedia and Image Management

Standard & Benchmarks

Standard 1

Use principles of planning, management and organization.
1.1	Practice time management and follow work schedules.
1.2	Develop and electronic portfolio to showcase skills and knowledge.

Standard 2

Demonstrate knowledge of leadership.
2.1	Demonstrate individual leadership skills.
2.2	Practice awareness and skills to be an effective team member.
2.3	Participate in the business student organization.

Standard 3

Identify, plan, and prepare for a future career.
3.1	Explore job roles, certifications, and responsibilities in the Video Production Industry.
3.2	Prepare and deliver presentations for training, sales, and/or information sharing with supporting materials.
3.3	Understand legal and ethical issues in the IT field.

Standard 4

Demonstrate knowledge of finance and commerce in a global economy.
4.1	Demonstrate an understanding to acquire video equipment.

Standard 5

Apply professional customer service and communication skills.
5.1	Demonstrate the ability to write storyboards, timelines and scripts to facilitate media productions.
5.2	Demonstrate ways to communicate effectively and efficiently through presentation techniques.
5.3	Identify and construct appropriate “Voice” for professional communications.
5.4	Represent technical issues to a non-technical audience.
5.5	Develop and deliver formal and informal presentations using appropriate media to engage and inform audiences.
5.6	Synthesize available interactive media technologies into unified presentations using appropriate authoring software and tools.

Standard 6

Demonstrate proficiency in the use of technology.
6.1	Demonstrate the ability to setup and utilize various video and audio production pieces of equipment.
6.2	Identify differences in platforms, browsers, display settings, etc. and related issues.
6.3	Manipulate, troubleshoot, compress, publish and export graphics and/or animations
6.4	Understand and employ design and color principles while creating visually-appealing graphic images.
6.5	Apply appropriate techniques for web and print publishing.
6.6	Prepare visual design specifications and evaluate visual appeal.
6.7	Demonstrate proficiency in the use of digital imaging techniques and equipment.
6.8	Select and utilize appropriate software and hardware tools.
6.9	Produce or acquire graphics, animation, audio, and/or video content.

Course Outline

Unit Title:	Suggested Length:
Electronic Portfolios	On-going
Standard & Benchmarks:
Multimedia and Image Management Techniques 1.2, 2.1, 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 6.5, 6.6, 6.7, 6.8, and 6.9
Content:
Students will learn to create and burn a CD and DVD, compile their best works to present at the end of the school year, and demonstrate an understanding of vocabulary.
Suggested Student Performance/Product:
Students will compile a portfolio of best works and develop an electronic portfolio.
Suggested Resources:
Computers, scanners, cameras, editing equipment, CD burner, and internet
Pre-AP Extensions:

Unit Title:	Suggested Length:
PowerPoint for Business Presentations	1 week
Standard & Benchmarks:
Multimedia and Image Management Techniques 1.1 and 3.2
Content:
Students will learn to compile and present a business presentation that includes a product, projected sales forecast, staff meeting information, etc.
Suggested Student Performance/Product:
Students will create a presentation using PowerPoint.
Suggested Resources:
Software, internet, and textbook
Pre-AP Extensions:

Unit Title:	Suggested Length:
Career Planning	4 weeks
Standard & Benchmarks:
Multimedia and Image Management Techniques 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, and 3.3
Content:
Students will learn about careers in the video and graphics cluster area. The will learn about ethical and legal issues and participate in the business student organization.
Suggested Student Performance/Product:
Students will complete a research report on a chosen career and will participate in a field trip dealing with careers in this cluster area.
Suggested Resources:
OKCIS website, Occupational Outlook handbook, and textbook
Pre-AP Extensions:

Unit Title:	Suggested Length:
Purchasing Video Equipment	3 days
Standard & Benchmarks:
Multimedia and Image Management Techniques 4.1
Content:
Students will explore and research price and options on various video equipment.
Suggested Student Performance/Product:
Students will present finding on comparative shopping on a variety of pieces of video equipment.
Suggested Resources:
Internet, newspaper, and catalogs
Pre-AP Extensions:

Unit Title:	Suggested Length:
Storyboarding	2 weeks
Standard & Benchmarks:
Multimedia and Image Management Techniques 5.1
Content:
Students will learn the importance of storyboarding a video project before shooting.
Suggested Student Performance/Product:
Students will storyboard several projects before shooting video to plan for their presentations.
Suggested Resources:
Video, worksheets, and Avio system
Pre-AP Extensions:

Unit Title:	Suggested Length:
Product Presentations	3 weeks
Standard & Benchmarks:
Multimedia and Image Management Techniques 2.2, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 5.5, 5.6, 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 6.5, 6.6, 6.7, 6.8, and 6.9
Content:
Students will learn to demonstrate skills in design and color principles through team work to create and present a business proposal.
Suggested Student Performance/Product:
Teams will design and present a business presentation that includes a product proposal and demonstration of communication techniques.
Suggested Resources:
Computer, Internet, and software
Pre-AP Extensions:

Unit Title:	Suggested Length:
Setup and Use of Video Equipment	3 days
Standard & Benchmarks:
Multimedia and Image Management Techniques 6.1
Content:
Students will learn about the proper setup and use of a variety of pieces of video equipment.
Suggested Student Performance/Product:
Students will demonstrate proficiency in the setup and use of equipment.
Suggested Resources:
Camera, tripod, microphones, tapes, batteries, editing equipment, VCR, and TV
Pre-AP Extensions:

Course Syllabus

Multimedia and Image Management Techniques 10^th-12^th Grade

Rationale and Course Description

This course will allow students to acquire fundamental skills in image management procedures and techniques;, presentation skills—, including visual and oral presentations;, professional communication skills;, methods for print and web publishing,; and certification standards and copyright basics as they develop an electronic portfolio.

How will students learn?

Students will learn through lectures, class discussions, hands-on training, demonstrations, projects, and performance evaluations.

Content Outline

Students will complete units in:

Electronic Portfolios

PowerPoint for Business Presentations

Career Planning

Purchasing Video Equipment

Storyboarding

Product Presentations

Setup and use of Equipment

How will students be assessed?

Students will be assessed through project rubrics, daily assignments, quizzes, and tests.

Major Projects/Products

Students will complete projects in:

Business Presentations

Storyboards

Layout and Presentation

Researching Equipment Purchases

Leadership Skills

Learning Resources

Students will use textbooks, internet, and video editing software and hardware.

Grading Policy

Make-Up Work Policy

Pacing Calendar

1^st Quarter

Standard 1: Use principles of planning, management, and organization.
1.1	Practice time management and follow work schedule
1.2	Develop and electronic portfolio to showcase skills and knowledge.
Standard 2: Demonstrate knowledge of leadership.
2.1	Demonstrate individual leadership skills.
2.2	Practice awareness and skills to be an effective team member.
2.3	Participate in the business student organization.
Standard 3: Identify, plan, and prepare for a future career.
3.1	Explore job roles, certifications, and responsibilities in the Video Production Industry.
Standard 5: Apply professional customer service and communication skills.
5.1	Demonstrate the ability to write storyboards, timelines and scripts to facilitate media productions.
Standard 6: Demonstrate proficiency in the use of technology.
6.1	Demonstrate the ability to setup and utilize various video and audio production equipment.

2nd Quarter

Standard 3: Identify, plan, and prepare for a future career.
3.3	Understand legal and ethical issues in the IT field.
Standard 4: Demonstrate knowledge of finance and commerce in global economy.
4.1	Demonstrate an understanding to acquire video equipment.
Standard 5: Apply professional customer service and communication skills.
5.2	Demonstrate ways to communicate effectively and efficiently through presentation techniques.
Standard 6: Demonstrate proficiency in the use of technology.
6.2	Identify differences in platforms, browsers, display settings, etc. and related issues.
6.8	Select and utilize appropriate software and hardware tools.

3rd Quarter

Standard 3: Identify, plan, and prepare for a future career.
3.2	Prepare and deliver presentations for training, sales, and/or information sharing with supporting materials.
Standard 5: Apply professional customer service and communication skills.
5.3	Identify and construct appropriate “Voice” for professional communications.
5.4	Represent technical issues to a a non-technical audience.
Standard 6: Demonstrate proficiency in the use of technology.
6.3	Manipulate, troubleshoot, compress, publish and export graphics and/or animations
6.4	Understand and employ design and color principles while creating visually-appealing graphic images.
6.7	Demonstrate proficiency in the use of digital imaging techniques and equipment.
6.9	Produce or acquire graphics, animation, audio, and/or video content.

4th Quarter

Standard 5: Apply professional customer service and communication skills.
5.5	Develop and deliver formal and informal presentations using appropriate media to engage and inform audiences.
5.6	Synthesize available interactive media technologies into a unified presentation using appropriate authoring software and tools.
Standard 6: Demonstrate proficiency in the use of technology.
6.5	Apply appropriate techniques for web and print publishing.
6.6	Prepare visual design specifications and evaluate visual appeal.