In this lesson, students will learn the basics of video titles and how to create their own using various techniques and programs for their video productions. Students will view, review and discuss the different types of titles for film and video, and then create title clips of their own either as stand alone products or as part of a larger video production project.

Introduction and discussion

50 Minutes

Technique demonstration and guided practice

50 Minutes

Title project

50 Minutes

Grade Levels

• 10
• 11
• 12
• Adult

Standards

California Academic Content Standards (2) Show Standards

• ELA.9-10.R.CAGT.2.6 Demonstrate use of sophisticated learning tools by following technical directions (e.g., those found with graphic calculators and specialized software programs and in access guides to World Wide Web sites on the Internet).
• ELA.11-12.LS.2.4c Deliver multimedia presentations that use the selected media skillfully, editing appropriately and monitoring for quality.

California's 2008 CTE Standards (2) Show Standards

• CTE.AME.A.A2.5 Know the writing processes, formats, and conventions used for various media.
• CTE.AME.A.A1.2.2.1 Proficient - Solve a visual arts problem that involves the effective use of the elements of art and the principles of design.

Related Instructional Objectives (SWBAT...)

• Students will create video titles that reflect an understanding of basic video aesthetics and use of color, fonts, and layout
• Students will edit video titles in a manner consistent with basic video editing skills