First Class Overview

     Why did I choose the class?

            I chose this class because I am a Communications digital media major and fascinated with editing.  I think that the class will allow me to gain experience and be able to further understand various concepts and techniques. 

     

Expectations from the class and what I want to learn?

            I expect to expand the amount of knowledge I have not only by shooting, but also through editing and dealing with the little details of the photos/videos.  I want to learn how to edit the film and I want to be confident with what I have learned through my experiences.

     

What I expect of him as a professor?

            I hope the professor will be amicable and extremely helpful during the shooting by providing tips to help me handle the content to the best of my ability. 

     

Overview of what we did in class?

           During the first class we discussed various types of production – pre production, production, and post production.  After that we discussed the various types of closeups – extreme closeup, medium closeup, and closeup – before we went out and shot various situations.

     

 Evaluate the class and what I learned specifically?

            I loved the class and I thought being able to go out and learn through taking shots was extremely beneficial because I am a more hands on person.  I learned the three types of close-ups, the types of production, and how to establish a shot.    

    

  Best parts of the class and what I would recommend as improvement?

            I think the best part of the class was going into the field and I think the class was great the way it was.

      Evaluate my group’s performance? 

            My group was great and it was nice to be able to meet/work with other people. 

      

Evaluate my growth so far based on what we did in class?

            I think I have just started so my growth has just begun, but based on the first class I feel this will make me confident with my video skills.

      

      Evaluate Professor’s performance and cite what I liked and what would like to see him do more/and or less?

      I think the professor was great with welcoming the class and making them       comfortable/informed with what they will learn.  I enjoyed how he went around to each student and got to know then and what they expected from the class. 

     

  Based on class what are my expectations for the rest of this semester and my expectation of the professor?

       I expect to get to understand the techniques of filming, editing, and analyzing all aspects of video.  I expect the professor to help as much as possible by providing his knowledge through example and experience. 

       

Do I like the direction of the class?

             I like the direction of the class and I think I will really enjoy it!