English

 = = =**Subject: English **=

Technology:

 * Windows Movie Maker http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/moviemaker/default.mspx
 * DVD video camera
 * computer lab

Curriculum Standard:

 * Standard: Acquisition of Vocabulary
 * Benchmark F: Use multiple resources to enhance comprehension of vocabulary

Description:

 *  After having watched the Quack! SAT vocabulary success series, students will be creating a video in using the same format in small groups.
 * This series teaches 100 vocabulary words through funny video clips, voice overs and sketches. There are 5 Quack videos showcasing 20 words each. Every year this series or other similar series are used in the college prep and honors/AP English classes to build vocabulary skills so that when students take their SAT or ACT tests at the beginning of their senior year they are familiar with most of the words that appear on these tests.
 * Students will work in groups to create a movie highlighting and defining 10 vocabulary words from the novel //Of mIce and Men// by John Steinbeck. The movie should create a clear understanding of the vocabulary words chosen, as well as be entertaining.
 * 1) Each group will choose 10 words from their vocabulary list that was given at the beginning of the novel.
 * 2) Each group will use Windows Movie Maker to create a 5-10 minute movie defining/describing the 10 chosen vocabulary words.
 * 3) The students can use clips from other movies, t.v.shows, commercials etc..to define their words but must act out themselves, at least 3 of the 10 words in order to define it. Students may also "edit" their clips with their own voices to make the clip fit the vocabulary word better.
 * 4) Each word must appear on the screen with it's definition and be read out loud at the beginning of each clip/skit for that word.
 * 5) Each movie must contain opening and closing credits listing all group members and their contributions.
 * 6) Each group must hand in a bibliography page citing the sources they used to create their movie.
 * When the movie is completed, each group will upload their movie on to YouTube so that all students can access it.

**Supporting Resource: **
>  **Tried and True or New and Innovative:** APA Citations: **
 * //Using **YouTube**: Practical Applications for 21st Century Education// is an article discussing the benefits of using new technology such as **//YouTube//** to enhance student learning in the classroom and to provide an opportunity for distance learning.
 * In the article //DIGITAL VIDEO TECHNOLOGIES AND CLASSROOM PRACTICES// the authors discuss a study of the impact of digital videos in the classroom. After two-years, the many of the teachers changed their teaching styles to a more student-centered approach incorporating lessons involving digital video.
 * In the article //A New Way to Learn// author Karen Moltenbrey discusses a program called the Immersive Educational Initiative. In this program K-12 students are constantly using new technologies in the classroom to enhance student learning. According to the founder of the initiative Aaron Walsh ," reaching children through digital media is a must in today's society where students--even those in kindergarten--are well versed in the ways of video, audio, gaming, and other types of media. And if they aren't up to speed, today's classes are designed to accomplish that goal." The article provides several examples of students using podcasts, digital video, and games to keep their attention while learning.
 * In Fred Baker and David Considine's article //Focus on Film: Learning it through the Movies//, he discusses the importance and value of using movies in the classroom even stating how it can be found in many of the standards. According to the National Council of Teachers of English and the International Reading Association " being literate in contemporary society means being active critical and creative users not only of print and spoken language but also of the visual language of film and television. (Baker and Considine 2006)
 * This lesson would be considered New and Innovative. Windows movie maker is new to the schools and many students have not had much, if any, experience using it. Usually, learning vocabulary consists of writing out definitions and taking a test. With this lesson,students will be able to create their own way of learning their vocabulary words and then be able to teach them to the other students.
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 * <span style="color: rgb(0, 96, 25)"><span style="color: rgb(3, 3, 3)">Baker, F.W. and Considine, D.M. Focus on Film: Learning it Through the Movies. //Middle Ground// 10(2) pp 12-15
 * <span style="color: rgb(0, 96, 25)"><span style="color: rgb(3, 3, 3)">Barfurth, M.A. and Michaud, P. (2008) Digital Video Technologies and Classroom Practices//.// //International Journal of Instructional// Media. 35(3) pp 301-315.
 * <span style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5)">Gentry, J. (2008).Using YouTube: Practical Applications for 21st Century Education//**.**// //Online Classroom//. pp1 - 3.
 * <span style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5)">Montlebrey, K. (2008). A New Way to Learn//.// //Computer Graphics World.// 31(10). pp2-3.