Deliverable

Narrative Framework Sprint

Effective Communication Self Directed Learning Content Expertise Collaboration Exhibition Reflection Community Partners Critique and Revision

Collaboratively define the documentary’s essential question and outline segments, threads, and emotional arcs based on empathy insights. Produce a lightweight plan and storyboard to guide the initial shoot.

Plan day
Day 17
Duration
90 min
Grouping
Small Group
Steps
6 steps

Lesson plan

6 steps · 90 min
# What teachers do
1 Facilitate introductions and establish the goal of refining the documentary based on feedback. (30 min)
2 Review peer and mentor feedback collected from previous critiques. Meticulously examine each point for possible integration. (30 min)
3 Collaboratively define final edits necessary for the documentary's narrative framework. Focus on the sequence and emotional arcs. (45 min)
4 Engage with community partners (Bad Neighbor Studio and Rentals, Women in Cinema SD, Matthew Fitzpatrick, Lucas Williams) for additional insights and viewpoints on proposed edits. (60 min)
5 Integrate feedback by applying advanced editing, sound mixing, and storytelling techniques on the documentary to enhance its narrative impact. (120 min)
6 Conduct a final reflection session where you present proposed changes and enhancements to peers for brief critique. (60 min)
Preparation (1 item)
  • Gather all previous feedback from community partners, mentors, and peers. Ensure availability of editing software and tools needed for documentary revision.
Student-facing instructions
Your task is to refine your documentary using feedback received from various critiques. You will work collaboratively to finalize narrative edits and enhance emotional arcs, incorporating insights from community partners. Utilize available editing tools to apply sound mixing, voiceovers, and storytelling techniques effectively. Reflect on these enhancements with peers to prepare for the upcoming end-of-year screening.