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Course Reflection 1. What outcomes had you envisioned for this course? Did you achieve those outcomes? Did the actual course outcomes align with those that you envisioned? Upon initiating the course work in this course, I envisioned becoming familiar with a number of different media creation and editing resources. This course has afforded me the opportunity to do that. There are so many planning and editing steps that make a quality productions. The readings and video segments really supported the learning about all of these steps. As I worked through the course, I could envision supporting students and teachers in creating web videos such as reading responses or alternative book reports, newscasts with information from research, re-enactments of historical events or storylines, interviews to capture reactions to school or local events, music videos showcasing student talent, and many more. Because working with video is easier (and less expensive) than ever before, I can't see why any teacher would not implement it. 2. To the extent that you achieved the outcomes, are they still relevant to the work that you do in your school? Why or why not? The work is not relevant to me in a school setting at this time because I am not longer working in a school. However, I am teaching a course with first year teachers and may be able to pass along some creative ideas for instruction utilizing media technology. I am also doing a little consulting work and curriculum writing for homeschooling parents. I can see that I might write up some instructional guides on how to utilize these technologies as part of engaging instruction. Additionally, I enjoy making short movies for my family members and will utilize some of the knowledge in this way. I will never again have shots from only one perspective, shots that are too long and boring, or background noise that interferes with what I am trying to capture. 3. What outcomes did you not achieve? What prevented you from achieving them? Not applicable. 4. Were you successful in completing the course assignments? If not, what prevented or discouraged you? I fell behind in the coursework and had difficulty connecting with a group. Eventually, a group did allow me to join, but at this point most of the work was done and I did not feel that I was able to make a significant contribution. For the final week of Multimedia Video Technology, we are finalizing our video production, “Mr. Bob Recycles On Campus”. I believe that I am caught up on the coursework now and have completed all of the assignments. I have been able to contribute by updating the pre/post production document, which was a little more time consuming than I had anticipated. It wasn't easy to accurately describe all of the different shots incorporated into the video. 5. What did you learn from this course: about yourself, your technology and leadership skills, and your attitudes? I learned that I can manage to participate in the program even when my personal life presents challenges! A number of obstacles in the past few weeks stood in the way of spending adequate time on the coursework. I had nearly convinced myself that if I fell behind, I would not catch up, and should put a hold on my participation in the program. However, my support network (husband, parents, and close friends) convinced me that quitting was not the answer and that I could complete the requirements. Thanks to Creighton and a generous group, I was able to get back on track and complete the course. Phew!

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Analysis Reflection for Video Editors After analyzing three applications, it is easy to throw out Avidemux when considering implementation on an elementary campus. I have done quite a bit of video editing, and I found it difficult to learn. I can imagine that beginners would become very frustrated and the time spent would not be productive.

Pixorial is appealing because it is available online and does not require a download. Students and teachers could access this application in order to complete simple projects for the classroom. If the users are beginners and do not have prior video editing experience, they probably will not miss the additional choices and features for transitions, text, and special effects.

My favorite video editing application is easily Movie Maker. I have used several versions of this and each time I find it to be very easy to navigate. The editing steps and options are named in words I can understand and often have a visual example to which to refer. Additionally, Movie Maker is included on nearly all of our district computers as we use PCs and the Windows platform.

Strengths and Weaknesses of 3 Free Video Editors · Easy to follow tutorials · Available online, no download · Can upload up to ten files at a time · Friends can collaborate on editing projects · Facebook app ||  · Limited transition choices · Few choices for titles and text on screen · Can be slow, limited by internet speed · No special effects || · Simple toggle from frame to frame · Many options for increasing video and audio quality · Special effects available · Multiple filters to change color, sharpness, etc. · Options for text on screen · More options for fine tuning · Better for experienced video editors ||  · Less user friendly format · Uses technical terms that beginner may not know · Requires download to computer · Help menu difficult to navigate || · User friendly interface · AutoMovie option · Toolbars in familiar format for Windows users · No technical terminology · Visual examples for filters and effects · Multiple transition options · Audio options available · Embedded sharing options ||  · Not compatible with all video file formats · Must convert some files ||
 * Video Editing Software ||  Strengths  ||  Weaknesses  ||
 * Pixorial || · Capable of digitizing any video format
 * Avidemux || · Easy to upload video
 * Movie Maker || · Already installed on most newer computers

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