I thought it was very inspirational that although Madison only has an arm and a half, she doesn't let it stop her doing what she loves. She has a passion for volleyball and it's awesome being able to participate even when she has a huge disadvantage.

In the beginning of the video clip, it was interesting that the camera only focused on tight shots above her arms, because they didn't want to give it away that she only has one arm. Interview shots were on third. I noticed a sequence between her playing volleyball, and her participating in the classroom.

A-Roll - anything in the story that you hear. ex: interviews
Segues
Reporter voice overs

Natural Sound

B-Roll - video footage that compliments the story

1.  What is the focus statement of this story?
The publisher's passion fueled by the sun.

2.  Give examples of W-M-T sequences
Him showing his cabin on the computer, and showing the solar panels.

3.  Give examples of The Rule of Thirds
Him driving his car.

4.  Give examples of Eyes on Third
Talking in the office.

5.  Give examples of Talking Space
Talking outside his store, while showing his books.

6.  What did you like about story?
  It was a happy story and it was cool that this guy powered everything with solar power, and it all runs on electricity.

Today you will be taking notes on Focus Statements and Camera Techniques


1.  What is a Focus Statement?  Define
A focus statement is a few words that sum up the topic of your story. Usually a subject, verb, then object.

2.  Why do we need a Focus Statement?
To stay on topic, and really emphasize what the story is about.

3.  Give an example of a Focus Statement sentence.
Girls Make Homecoming Dresses

4.  Give an example of a Focus Statement in 3 words: (Subject-Verb-Object)
Girls Make Dresses

5.  What are the 6 Essential Equipment items you need with you when shooting an interview?
Camera, tripod, microphone, headphones, batteries, media

6.  Why is a tripod important? 
A tripod is important because they keep shots perfectly steady and clean.

7.  The Tripod is my friend.

8.  Define:  Pan- moving tripod horizontally.

9.  Define:  Tilt- moving tripod vertically.

10.  Why are headphones important?  
They are the most important for sound. They help you identify if there's a short in the microphone.

11.  Why is it important to TEST YOUR EQUIPMENT BEFORE YOU GO ON SHOOT!

It is important to test your equipment before you shoot because you want to make sure each piece of equipment is going to work. It is also important to bring extra batteries. You don't want to have to re-do the shoot, so to prevent this from happening it is very important to test your equipment.

12.  Define Wide shot:
Give an overall feel for setting and surrounding.

13.  Why do we need a wide shot?
They establish the location. (Used in opening scenes)

14.  Define Medium shot:
Give less setting, more detail

15.  Why do we need a medium shot?
Focus on specific area

16.  Define a tight shot.
A close up


17.  Why do we need a tight shot?
Give lots of detail

18.  What is a sequence?


19.  Why do we need a sequence?

Criteria of Newsworthiness

Today you will read pages 21,22, and 23 of "The News" packet. Copy the following questions on to your blog and answer.

1.  Identify, define, and give an example of the 6 criteria of newsworthiness.

Criteria 1: Unusualness
Definition:The unusual is the different and out-of-the ordinary, and more often found in bad news.
Example: An airplane crashing

Criteria 2: Significance
Definition: Important events that affect many people.

Example: Taxes, election, war, discoveries

Criteria 3: Timeliness
Definition: News that is currently happening.
Example: Weather

Criteria 4: Proximity
Definition: Having knowledge of nearby events.
Example: New state tax law

Criteria 5: Prominence
Definition: When well-known people, buildings or places are involved.
Example: A movie star arrested for shoplifting

Criteria 6: Human Interest
Definition: Stories about ordinary people or animals, humorous, dramatic or heartwarming stories.
Example: A minister who runs a drop-in center for troubled teenagers 

2. On page 23 it discusses the differences between print journalism and broadcast journalism.  Please describe 3 ways they are different and explain. 
Print Journalism provides more information than Broadcast Journalism would. -When 911 happened, there was limited news on TV, but if you were to Google "911" many detailed stories would be available to read.

Broadcast Journalism is a more timely way to get information across to people. -It is easier to announce something on the radio or TV rather than the internet because people aren't always going to be on the internet waiting for breaking news articles to be published.

Broadcast Journalism has a limited amount of information. -They can only say so much, without dragging the story out.

3.  List all the criteria the story we watched at the beginning of class fits under and why.
Unusualness, because it's not very often that there's a crash and pigs end up roaming around the road.

Significance, because it's an event that may affect people driving on that road.

Timeliness, because people want to hear about while it's happening so they can avoid that road.

Proximity, because it's a nearby event for many people.

Human Interest, because it's a story about pigs that are blocking the road. It draws people's attention to the story because it's not something that happens very often.

4.  List all the criteria the 2nd story we watched fits under and why.

Unusualness, because one dog can't hear, one dog can't see.
Human Interest, because it was a heartwarming story about two dogs that need to stick together, because one of them is blind.

Timeliness, because they are looking for a home for the dogs.

5.  List all the criteria the 3rd story we watched fits under and why.

 Timeliness, because people want to hear about the awards as they're given, not years later when it's history. 

Prominence, because many celebrities won awards.

Human Interest, because people are interested in watching their favorite celebrities winning awards.

Brittney moved to Minnesota from Fargo, North Dakota when she was only 10 years old. Moving to Minnesota has been an experience that has changed her life. Brittney said that if she wouldn't have moved to Minnesota she thinks her life would be way different than it turned out to be. Since she had no choice but to move here, she knew it was time to be independent and use her personality to her advantage. Brittney’s only option was to arrive to Minnesota with confidence, and to be the outgoing person she was back in North Dakota. When she came to Minnesota, she did exactly what she hoped to do. Although it was probably a little nerve wrecking, she knew she needed to step out of her comfort zone. She applied and got a job at Doolittle’s, which she is very proud of. She also met many new friends. Brittney explained how hanging out with her friends make her the happiest. She also said her friends would describe her as confident and outgoing. Brittney accomplished her goal, she brought her outgoing personality and confidence to Minnesota and also stepped out of her comfort zone. She learned that sometimes you have to  step out of your comfort zone in order to be successful. Overall, moving from Fargo to Minnesota was a great experience that changed her life for the better. 

Interview Questions

Interview Questions

1.       What is your name?

Brittney

2.       What are your favorite things to do outside of school?

Hang out with friends, work at Doolittle’s

3.       Have you had a past experience that you would say has changed your life, if so what is it?

Moving to a different state. Personality stood out more, became more independent.

4.       What is a normal day like for you?

Pick up friend, go to school, get ready and work, or do homework, eat supper, go to bed

5.       What is something most people wouldn’t know about you?

I’m from North Dakota- Fargo

6.       If your friends had to describe you using one word, what would it would be and why?

Outgoing, because she’s really loud and outgoing

7.       What do you think other people think of you?

That she’s confident and outgoing

8.       What are you most proud of yourself for?

Going and getting a job without anyone telling her to, and saving money for after high school

9.       What makes you the happiest?

Hanging out with best friends, when getting paycheck, being with family.

10.   Where do you hope to be 10 years from now?

Either working as a nurse, or psychologist, married, house, kids.

11.   What do you have a passion for?

Painting, pottery, art in general.