Green Screen
These projects showcase the versatility and creativity of green screen technology in education. From advertising 3D-printed products to exploring iconic architecture and bringing claymation characters to life, students will develop valuable skills such as creativity, problem-solving, and technical proficiency. These projects also provide a fun and engaging way for students to learn about diverse subjects, from product development and design to history and culture. By utilizing green screen technology, students can bring their ideas to life and share them with the world in a visually captivating and immersive way.
CANTER CONVERSATION STUDIO
Our eighth-grade students embarked on an innovative project to transform the way interviews are conducted in our school. They established an official interview room equipped with a 4K camcorder and green screen, enhancing the professionalism and quality of media production. This hands-on learning experience not only honed their skills in camera operation and video editing but also fostered teamwork and problem-solving, as they adapted to various real-world media roles in a controlled, creative environment.
Project Overview
This section contains descriptions of the projects to be completed by my students, providing a glimpse into the kinds of assignments we work on together.
Print, Pitch, and Present: A Creative Advertising Challenge
In this project, students will take their product development skills to the next level by creating an advertisement for their 3D-printed product using green screen technology. With AutoCAD as their foundation, they will be able to showcase the product's features and benefits in a creative and visually engaging way. The project will not only hone their technical skills but also help them develop their presentation and marketing abilities. Get ready to witness some amazing advertisements!
The Architecture Explorer: Showcase Iconic Buildings
In this project, students will use green screen technology to take their audience on an immersive journey through the different architectural elements of a famous building. By exploring the intricacies of design, materials, and construction techniques, they will create a visually stunning video that tells the story of the building's history and cultural significance. This project will challenge students to think creatively about how to showcase architecture in a unique and engaging way, while also building their technical skills in video production. Get ready to be inspired by the beauty of architecture!
Retro Revamp: Bringing the Discontinued Car to 2023
In this project, students will bring their claymation characters to life using green screen technology to create an exciting video. With their creativity and imagination, they will develop unique storylines, characters, and settings, and then use green screen technology to bring them to life in a visually stunning video. Through this project, students will develop their storytelling, character development, and technical skills, while having fun creating their claymation masterpieces.
Claymation Adventures: Bringing Characters to Life with Green Screen Technology
This project encourages students to use their creativity and imagination to design their favorite character in 3D using Oculus VR headset and Gravity Sketch. By utilizing 3D design tools and 3D printing technology, students can bring their favorite characters to life and learn valuable skills in the process, such as problem-solving, critical thinking, and attention to detail. This project offers an engaging and fun way for students to explore the world of 3D design and develop their technical and artistic abilities.
Mrs. Frizzle's Protégés: Exploring the World
In this project, students will embark on an exciting adventure using green screen technology to explore their favorite thing in a Magic School Bus style. With their imagination and creativity, they will develop unique storylines and settings that take the audience on a journey of discovery and learning. Through this project, students will develop their storytelling, presentation, and technical skills while having fun sharing their favorite thing with the world. Get ready for a wild ride on the Magic School Bus!
On Air with the Next Generation: The News Program
In this project, a team of students will use green screen technology to create an exciting and informative news show that covers recent events, sports, and weather. Through research, writing, and reporting, they will develop compelling news segments that showcase their presentation and communication skills. This project will not only build their technical skills in video production and editing but also help them develop their journalistic abilities in news writing and reporting. Get ready to be informed and entertained by these young journalists!
Visual Vibes:
Bring Music to Life
In this project, students will take their favorite song to the next level by creating a visually stunning music video. They will use green screen technology to create dynamic backgrounds and special effects that bring their music to life. Through storyboarding, filming, and editing, they will develop their technical skills in video production and editing, while also exploring their creativity and artistic abilities. Get ready to experience their favorite songs in a whole new way!
Behind the Beat: A Documentary of Musicians
In this project, students will use green screen technology to create a short documentary focused on the careers of influential musicians and bands, similar to VH1's "Behind the Music". Through research, interviews, and storytelling, they will provide an in-depth look at the artists' lives, careers, and personal struggles, exploring their impact on the music industry and society as a whole. This project will not only hone their technical skills in video production and editing but also help them develop their journalistic and research skills, while learning about music history and culture. Get ready to discover the stories behind the music and the people who made it!