Grading Policies

Assignments must be turned into the in-box at the beginning of class. Do not hand it to me unless you have questions or issues to discuss. Assignments may be turned in early. If you have questions, ask! Only one copy of written instructions is provided per student per assignment.

Grading is on a standard scale. If you are 1% shy of the next higher grade and you have missed an assignment, or have attendance problems, I will not round up. Participation and attitude will also be a factor in this decision.
A = 100-90 B = 89-80 C = 79-70 D = 69-60 F = 59-below

Participation             30%
Tests & Quizzes      10%
Film Critiques           10%
Other Classwork       20%
Video Projects          30%
Total:                    100%

How each area of a production is graded… For each video project you will receive a check list of all the required elements and points assigned to that element. Rubrics give you an idea of how to you will earn points for each element.

Tips to a better grade

Follow the Rules
Watch television / films and pick them apart, form opinions
E-mail your homework, or turn it in early
Change camera angle often
Recreate “Natural Eye” (camera shots that recreate what we see)
Use only your best footage (if it’s awful, don’t use it!)
Turn in every homework assignment!