Purpose of LHS-TV
Broadcast Technology I Syllabus
Introduction
Welcome to Broadcast Technology! In this class, you will learn all of the different aspects of the news media, with a central focus on video production, broadcast journalism, and media literacy. You will also learn the various phases of television production and gain hands-on experience with professional equipment and mobile technology. You will learn the process of scriptwriting, storytelling, editing and how to capture the images that tell a story viewers will remember.
This class requires an extremely high level of responsibility. You will be using expensive, delicate equipment. Your behavior will directly impact our broadcasting program and your personal grade.
Mrs. Marteana Davidson, the Video Technology Center Coordinator, and I will help you gain knowledge and learn the proper procedures to become proficient in the various areas of broadcasting.
Thanks for being a part of this class! The best way to learn is to keep an open mind, ask questions, ask for help, and to respect your classmates and their work. Feel free to contact me for extra help at any time. My door is always open to you and your parents.
Regards,
Mr. Don Goble
dgoble@ladueschools.net
Expectations and Survival Tips
Classroom – 1311
TV Studio - 1343
Computer Lab - 1313
Learning Lounge - 1337
Goal
The goal of this course is to present an overview of the broadcast industry with plenty of hands-on projects. Students should gain confidence and understanding in a variety of communication situations.
Course
This is a one-semester electronic journalism laboratory/survey course. Major units we will study include the following: iMovie & Final Cut Pro X Production Techniques, Television Studio Operation, Broadcast Scriptwriting, Copyright Laws, Journalistic Styles, Video Equipment Operation, Web Publishing and Specialized Stories: digital storytelling, news, features, sports etc. You will learn pre-production, production, and post-production techniques and protocol. You must be interested in self-directed learning environment, be willing to take personal initiative on all projects, and work towards creating excellent time management skills in order to succeed in this class.
Google Classroom
ALL assignments will be posted in Google Classroom and turned into the appropriate assignment in Google Classroom.
Personal website
Each of you will create your own Weebly website and SchoolTube account. Most of the work you will produce this semester will be turned in via your website.
Here is a list of class expectations that you need to learn, remember, and practice.
1. What's most important?
Succeeding in this class is not difficult if you are able to do THESE KEY THINGS:
2. What if I'm absent?
3. What if I'm late to class?
4. What about things like gum, hats or food?
5. SUPPLIES NEEDED:
What you can expect from me
What is expected of you
Other EXTREMELY important notes
Punctuality
Punctuality is very important. Every three tardies equals an unexcused absence as well as a detention, WITH ME AFTER SCHOOL, as well as an INCOMPLETE citizenship grade. Administrative action will be taken for excessive tardiness.
Deadlines
Assignments will be given deadlines. Assignments/Projects handed in late will be penalized 10 points per day. Your score will max out at 50% if your work is turned in after five days late of the deadline.
In addition, you WILL be able to revise ONE project of your choice for a higher grade ONE TIME. This revision must be done on your own time and will be due no later than our Final Exam period of the semester.
This classroom will be open lab to come in and work several periods during the school day (this is if you have gain time or written consent from your regular classroom teacher). These periods will be posted under the clock as well as outside the classroom. The media center rooms will also be open most days after school until 3:15 pm, or much later. (Check with me ahead of time if you will be coming in after school).
The production equipment (cameras, microphones, computers, etc.) receive a pretty heavy workload throughout the year and can be expected to receive some standard wear and tear along the way. However, please be mindful and respectful of the value of these professional tools. We’re lucky to have the facility we’re afforded, so treat it accordingly. When just one piece of equipment is damaged, the entire program suffers.
The following guidelines will occur as a consequence for mishandling equipment:
Equipment Checkout
Filming Privileges -- for ANY camera, including phones
The privilege of being able to film outside of the classroom is an opportunity you will all be given. If I receive ANY negative feedback from other staff while you are out working on a class project, this privilege will immediately be taken away for the remainder of the semester.
2. Outside the building without permission
3. In empty classrooms/rooms without permission
Remember, when you leave this classroom with a video camera, you are representing the entire Broadcast Technology Department.
Seminar time
I will be in Room 1313 during Seminar.
GRADES
Evaluation will cover class work, pre, actual, and post production activities, critiques, field work and teamwork, critical evaluations and reviews and class participation/attendance.
Welcome to Broadcast Technology! In this class, you will learn all of the different aspects of the news media, with a central focus on video production, broadcast journalism, and media literacy. You will also learn the various phases of television production and gain hands-on experience with professional equipment and mobile technology. You will learn the process of scriptwriting, storytelling, editing and how to capture the images that tell a story viewers will remember.
This class requires an extremely high level of responsibility. You will be using expensive, delicate equipment. Your behavior will directly impact our broadcasting program and your personal grade.
Mrs. Marteana Davidson, the Video Technology Center Coordinator, and I will help you gain knowledge and learn the proper procedures to become proficient in the various areas of broadcasting.
Thanks for being a part of this class! The best way to learn is to keep an open mind, ask questions, ask for help, and to respect your classmates and their work. Feel free to contact me for extra help at any time. My door is always open to you and your parents.
Regards,
Mr. Don Goble
dgoble@ladueschools.net
Expectations and Survival Tips
Classroom – 1311
TV Studio - 1343
Computer Lab - 1313
Learning Lounge - 1337
Goal
The goal of this course is to present an overview of the broadcast industry with plenty of hands-on projects. Students should gain confidence and understanding in a variety of communication situations.
Course
This is a one-semester electronic journalism laboratory/survey course. Major units we will study include the following: iMovie & Final Cut Pro X Production Techniques, Television Studio Operation, Broadcast Scriptwriting, Copyright Laws, Journalistic Styles, Video Equipment Operation, Web Publishing and Specialized Stories: digital storytelling, news, features, sports etc. You will learn pre-production, production, and post-production techniques and protocol. You must be interested in self-directed learning environment, be willing to take personal initiative on all projects, and work towards creating excellent time management skills in order to succeed in this class.
Google Classroom
ALL assignments will be posted in Google Classroom and turned into the appropriate assignment in Google Classroom.
Personal website
Each of you will create your own Weebly website and SchoolTube account. Most of the work you will produce this semester will be turned in via your website.
Here is a list of class expectations that you need to learn, remember, and practice.
1. What's most important?
Succeeding in this class is not difficult if you are able to do THESE KEY THINGS:
- Be here....be on time....be prepared for class....be nice while you're here!
- Since this is a laboratory class that gives access to expensive video equipment, you must assume a professional attitude and demeanor when you enter the Video Technology Center and when you are using the school’s equipment.
- Broadcast students must keep a positive attitude, respect other people, the equipment and furnishings.
- Listen carefully to other students, potential or actual subjects, teachers, etc.
- Know and follow all school procedures and rules.
- Use all equipment check out and check in procedures properly.
- Use fieldwork time appropriately.
- If you realize this class is just as important as your other classes and treat it as such, you will do very well.
2. What if I'm absent?
- On the day you arrive back to class, YOU SHOULD:
- Review Google Classroom or school email to check for missed work.
- ASK A TRUSTED CLASSMATE FOR NOTES YOU MIGHT HAVE MISSED.
- MAKE SURE A PARENT HAS CALLED TO EXCUSE YOUR ABSENCE.
- Remember, if you are absent, it is YOUR responsibility to secure any notes, handouts, or assignments you may have missed. NO ONE WILL DO THIS FOR YOU.
- Any work missed during an UNEXCUSED ABSENCE CANNOT be made up for credit.
3. What if I'm late to class?
- Generally, the most important information of the hour comes at the very beginning, so be here on time. If you are late to class, hand me your pass, sit down and catch up with the class WITH AS LITTLE INTERRUPTION AS POSSIBLE. Then, see me at the end of the hour to explain your reason for being late. If you accumulate three tardies your CITIZENSHIP grade will be reduced.
4. What about things like gum, hats or food?
- In my class, wearing a hat is okay. So is chewing gum. When you are finished with your gum, we'll all appreciate it if you throw it away in a trashcan. However, NO hats or hoods are allowed to be worn when you are ON CAMERA.
- Small snacks are allowed and must be eaten at the students' assigned seats in room 1311 or 1337.
5. SUPPLIES NEEDED:
- Google Classroom
- MacBook Air - charged
- A Smartphone with a camera is helpful
- A teamwork attitude
What you can expect from me
- An atmosphere that is fun, yet conducive to everyone's learning
- Consideration of your individual learning needs
- Respect for your opinions
- Fairness
- Lessons applicable to society and your future success
What is expected of you
- Come to class and BE ON TIME
- Be PREPARED for class EVERYDAY
- Turn in and perform work that you have put effort into and are PROUD of
- Respect the space and opinions of others
- Participate appropriately in all class activities
Other EXTREMELY important notes
Punctuality
Punctuality is very important. Every three tardies equals an unexcused absence as well as a detention, WITH ME AFTER SCHOOL, as well as an INCOMPLETE citizenship grade. Administrative action will be taken for excessive tardiness.
Deadlines
Assignments will be given deadlines. Assignments/Projects handed in late will be penalized 10 points per day. Your score will max out at 50% if your work is turned in after five days late of the deadline.
In addition, you WILL be able to revise ONE project of your choice for a higher grade ONE TIME. This revision must be done on your own time and will be due no later than our Final Exam period of the semester.
This classroom will be open lab to come in and work several periods during the school day (this is if you have gain time or written consent from your regular classroom teacher). These periods will be posted under the clock as well as outside the classroom. The media center rooms will also be open most days after school until 3:15 pm, or much later. (Check with me ahead of time if you will be coming in after school).
The production equipment (cameras, microphones, computers, etc.) receive a pretty heavy workload throughout the year and can be expected to receive some standard wear and tear along the way. However, please be mindful and respectful of the value of these professional tools. We’re lucky to have the facility we’re afforded, so treat it accordingly. When just one piece of equipment is damaged, the entire program suffers.
The following guidelines will occur as a consequence for mishandling equipment:
- You leave ANY equipment out when you’re finished with it
- You don’t RECHARGE camera batteries
- You forget to sign out equipment completely or partially
- You don’t return equipment from overnight use prior to 7:30 am the next school day
- Anything else I deem inappropriate or misuse of your class time or equipment usage
- Consequences you will receive for not following these guidelines;
- A warning
- A ZERO on the current assignment
- Three Strikes = A ZERO on the current assignment and you lose ALL equipment privileges for the remainder of the school year
Equipment Checkout
- You must follow the proper protocol for checking out equipment or you will lose privileges.
- Equipment that is returned late is subject to a $5 fine per day. In addition, you will not be able to purchase tickets to school events or be eligible to graduate until equipment is returned and fines are paid.
Filming Privileges -- for ANY camera, including phones
The privilege of being able to film outside of the classroom is an opportunity you will all be given. If I receive ANY negative feedback from other staff while you are out working on a class project, this privilege will immediately be taken away for the remainder of the semester.
- Student handbook page 31: "No video or audio recording is permitted on school grounds except if permission is obtained from building educators, PRIOR to recording.
- No Live Streaming allowed unless granted prior approvals and permissions
- Be respectful of others in the halls/classrooms
- All school rules apply to you while you are working outside this room
- Return to this room immediately after filming and before the bell rings, you are responsible for keeping track of time (I do not give late passes to class)
- Absolutely no filming:
2. Outside the building without permission
3. In empty classrooms/rooms without permission
Remember, when you leave this classroom with a video camera, you are representing the entire Broadcast Technology Department.
Seminar time
I will be in Room 1313 during Seminar.
GRADES
Evaluation will cover class work, pre, actual, and post production activities, critiques, field work and teamwork, critical evaluations and reviews and class participation/attendance.