Educators are faced with the transition from tape based video cameras to tapeless. Flip video type cameras are great for the history teacher but CTE teachers need to give their students experience working with industry standard tools. Digital SLR or DSLR cameras are the current camera of choice for most independent video producers. In this workshop I would like to give educators a hands-on experience using the cameras, lenses, accessories and then working with the files using Adobe Premiere Pro.
Participants will be able to focus on a range of learning objectives that include:
· Tips on using the menus, settings and file format options of a DSLR
· Tips on using a variety of lenses, F-stop, shutter speed, ISO and focusing techniques
· Tips on managing file transfer and editing HD footage with Adobe Premiere Pro
This workshop utilizes both hands-on instruction and self-guided modules that include templates, handouts, examples and step-by-step video tutorials. This approach individualizes instruction and allows users to move at their own pace and maximizes the instructor interaction with the participants because they can focus on their own instructional needs. These materials are all copyright free and can be used by the participants in their own classrooms.
Workshop Handout (pdf)
Workshop Agenda (pdf) | Workshop Agenda (Word)
Participants will be able to focus on a range of learning objectives that include:
· Tips on using the menus, settings and file format options of a DSLR
· Tips on using a variety of lenses, F-stop, shutter speed, ISO and focusing techniques
· Tips on managing file transfer and editing HD footage with Adobe Premiere Pro
This workshop utilizes both hands-on instruction and self-guided modules that include templates, handouts, examples and step-by-step video tutorials. This approach individualizes instruction and allows users to move at their own pace and maximizes the instructor interaction with the participants because they can focus on their own instructional needs. These materials are all copyright free and can be used by the participants in their own classrooms.
Workshop Handout (pdf)
Workshop Agenda (pdf) | Workshop Agenda (Word)
DSLR Cinematography Guide
While researching this topic I came across a great resource I wanted to share with you. Koo manages a blog calle "NofilmSchool" and offers a free pdf version of his DSLR Cinematography Guide at: http://nofilmschool.com/dslr/ I downloaded this to my iPad thinking it would make an interesting way to kill some time at the next faculty meeting but it quickly became my primary source for information on this topic. It is well worth the time for both instructors and students.
Classroom Management Tips
* Always purchase a UV filter for every lens that you purchase just to protect your investment.
* Purchase a handful of cheap SD card readers.
* Label everything in each kit with colored electrical tape (camera, charger, lens cap and the camera bag)
*Purchase "Class 10" SD cards. Get at least two 8 gb cards for each camera. Better than one 16 gb card!
*Purchase an extra Canon battery for every camera. Be aggressive about getting the students to charge them!
* Write the focal length on the lens cap using a paint pen so you can tell which one you are grabbing from your camera bag.
* Purchase a handful of cheap SD card readers.
* Label everything in each kit with colored electrical tape (camera, charger, lens cap and the camera bag)
*Purchase "Class 10" SD cards. Get at least two 8 gb cards for each camera. Better than one 16 gb card!
*Purchase an extra Canon battery for every camera. Be aggressive about getting the students to charge them!
* Write the focal length on the lens cap using a paint pen so you can tell which one you are grabbing from your camera bag.
Joe Dockery | dockeryj@svsd410.org | 425-831-8126
Mount Si High School | CTE Digital Media Teacher
Mount Si High School | CTE Digital Media Teacher
