Digital Video Production in Education
Dates: October - December 2011
Cost: £817
- Who is the course for?
- What level of course is it?
- What does the course cover?
- How long is the course?
- What is distance learning?
- How is the course structured?
- How is the course assessed?
- What course materials are provided?
- What can I do when I finish the course?
- How can I apply?
- How much does it cost?
- Who tutors the course?
Who is the course for?
Designed for education practitioners who want an introduction to digital video production, this module mixes theory with practical activities. It uses key theoretical material from film study and offers ways of making it accessible in the Film, Media Studies and English classroom in secondary schools. Additionally, primary school teachers and managers, currently seeking to learn more about using media technology creatively in literacy and other areas of the curriculum, will also find the courses will meet their needs.
What level of course is it?
It is a one-module course worth 30 credits (or one-sixth) of the London University, Institute of Education MA in Media, Culture and Communications.
What does the course cover?
The course focuses on the language and techniques of video production and editing using a range of digital video editing software. The learning objectives of the course are: to introduce participants to the skills and techniques necessary to use digital video technology confidently; to promote good practice in the teaching of digital video production in a range of different educational contexts, and to share wider theoretical understandings about digital video, for example, where it stands in relation to ICT and other communicative media.
Teaching approaches include three day-long workshops at the BFI Southbank (see below for details) and distance learning via a Virtual Learning Environment which features the opportunity to share video work as it progresses. Each part is assessed through practical editing assignments plus a short reflective piece of writing.
How long is the course?
It is a one-term course running from October - December 2011. It starts on Monday 3 October 2011 and the final assessment deadline is Monday 27 February 2012.
What is distance learning?
Distance learning is a mode of course delivery, which is particularly appropriate to personal professional development. The student maintains the advantage of not having to give up their work, while being engaged in a parallel learning activity, which is continually informing and being informed by that everyday experience.
It will be a requirement of the course that students and tutors are linked electronically to a Virtual Learning Environment which features the opportunity to share video work as it progresses and enables students to discuss issues and ideas with each other which relate to both course content and management, and to receive support, clarification and feedback from the course tutors. Virtual Learning Environment groups will be established at the beginning of the course and so students must have an e-mail address and access to both a computer and a modem, either through their institution or at home.
However, to avoid distance learning becoming an isolating and lonely experience, there are face-to-face sessions. There is a one-day workshop at the beginning of the course on Wednesday 12 October and a two-day workshop on Tuesday 6 December and Wednesday 7 December 2011; the workshops run from 10am - 4pm and are held in London at BFI Southbank (Waterloo).
How is the course structured?
The course is in two parts with each built around practical editing assignments plus a piece of reflective writing. Providing practical experience alongside theoretical perspectives, the overall aim is to introduce students to the kind of digital video production work currently developing in schools.
How is the course assessed?
The course is Masters level and is worth 30 credits (one-sixth of an MA). It is assessed through practical editing assignments plus a short reflective piece of writing. It is accredited as part of the London University Institute of Education MA in Media, Culture and Communication.
What course materials are provided?
An on-line Course Book with activities and commentaries and the Course Reading containing a collection of reading extracts. Students will also have access to a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) which enables them to share video work as it progresses and to collaborate in shared writing.
In addition, there are face-to-face workshops October and December 2011 as well as individual tutorial support.
What can I do when I finish the course?
These modules are part of the London University, Institute of Education MA in Media, Culture and Communication, and there are other distance learning modules available through that course. For more information on these and other aspects of the whole MA please visit the Institute of Education website.
How can I apply?
Please apply for your programme using the UK Postgraduate Applications System, via their website at www.ukpass.ac.uk
You must submit your application at least 4 weeks before the module of your choice starts.
Using UKPASS is easy and will allow you to view the progress of your application online at any time. Instructions and guidance are available on the website, and we have provided some helpful tips below. It usually takes between 30-40 minutes to submit an application.
- Choose Apply and set up your UKPASS account. This account will enable you to login and view the progress on your application, so please make sure you keep a note of your password and user name.
- Select I30 - Institute of Education and choose P047917 BFI IOE Media Short Course Modules
- You will see a summary of the application process. Once you have finished a section, simply tick 'section completed' at the bottom of the page. The system will tell you if there is any missing information you need to complete. The help text can be accessed by clicking the blue ? next to the section heading.
- Personal Details (complete in full)
- Further details (complete in full)
- Course details: (this will be pre-populated with your course choice, please complete the other questions in full)
- School / High School Details (complete as far as possible)
- University / College Details (complete as far as possible)
- English proficiency (only complete if you are a non-native English speaker)
- Supplementary Information (Only complete if relevant please ensure you state your course choice as the title of the module you wish to apply for)
- Passport OR Driving Licence copy: please scan and attach a clear colour copy of one of these documents if you are able to do so. Personal Statement (please write 'BFI PARTICIPANT')
- Reference 1 and 2 – As we do not require a reference you have the option for these to be submitted under separate cover. Please select this option and we will not pursue references.
- Once all sections of the application are complete click Submit. You will receive an email confirming successful receipt of your application to UKPASS.
What next?
You can expect to hear from the IOE within 4 weeks of applying. We may contact you if we require any additional information. We will also be contacting you with information regarding your enrolment.
Any Technical Questions?
We find that most problems are easily rectified by checking the help text, and responding to any error messages. If you require further help, UKPASS operate an advice line for applicants, details below:
- UKPASS Customer Service Unit: (0)871 334 4447, Monday to Friday, 08:30-18:00 (UK time). UK BT landline calls will cost no more than 9p per minute. The cost of calls from mobiles and other networks may vary.
- Alternatively, please email enquiries@ukpass.ac.uk for an automated response with general information and guidance on the UKPASS procedures.
Questions about the course?
If you require any additional information regarding the course please contact Brigitta Goedhuys at B.Goedhuys@ioe.ac.uk or by telephone on 020 7911 5344.
How much does it cost?
The course fee is £817 for UK and EU students. For overseas students the cost is £1883.
Who tutors the course?
The course is taught by staff from the Institute of Education, University of London and the British Film Institute.
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