GLOBAL WARMING
How will it affect our future?
This Module Contains:
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2.45 hours of digital footage relating to global warming.
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Comprehensive curriculum: teaching unit (sample) supporting national standards complete with student activities (sample), worksheets (sample), grading rubrics (sample), Power Point presentations (sample), flowcharts (sample), graphic organizers (sample), homework assignments, and a video (sample) on how to use the footage.
Sample Footage (clips used by students to create their own documentaries)
Time
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Students can complete a 60-second video in as little as 5-7 classroom periods using only the core materials provided.
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Teachers can incorporate optional activities and cover the topic more thoroughly (3-10 minute video) over a period of up to two months.
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Sophisticated students can work their own way through the curriculum with minimal teacher oversight.
Materials
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All necessary footage and curricular materials are provided.
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Internet access for research purposes is recommended. If this is not possible, the school library should suffice.
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Students will need access to either a PC (with free standard version of MovieMaker installed) or Mac (with free standard version of iMovie installed). Editing does not occur until the final 20-30% of the project.
Standards
This program is adaptable to grade 6-12 depending on time allowed and project complexity. Curriculum adheres to:
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Common core standards in the English Language Arts
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National Educational Technology standards.
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National Science Education Standards: Science (Earth science, Life Science, Science and Technology)
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Social Studies (Geography, Economics, Civics/Government)
Project Overview
This project requires no prior knowledge of editing or filmmaking. The curriculum takes students step-by-step through the process of researching their topic, critically analyzing issues, and creating logical and persuasive arguments and compelling conclusions. All worksheets, Power Point presentations, How-to videos, activities, assessment rubrics, and other teacher support materials are provided. Please see sample curriculum overview flowchart for complete description
Footage Highlights:
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Scenic aerial footage
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Animation backgrounds
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Deforestation and glaciers
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Animals - fish, birds, insects, etc.
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Healthy earth/unhealthy earth sequences
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Weather and seasons
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Urban landscapes/construction/traffic
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Time lapse footage of both cities and countryside.
One year, single classroom educational license: $100. Introductory price: $49.95
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