5 minute Mini-Documentary Project.

Description: Create a 5 minute mini-documentary for online delivery.

Level: Intermediate to Advanced

by: Nicolas Gromik

Website: http://eflresources.wikispaces.com/

The video presented here was produced by a Japanese student. The videographer is an advanced student of English as Foreign Language.

Materials and technology:

• Real environment - authentic socio-historical artifacts
• Student-designed storyboard and script.
• DV Camera / Computer with editing software

Overview:

• The class had an odd number of participants. K worked by herself with some teacher assistance.
• Develop your script/storyboard.
• Film various segments, collect appropriate music and pictures.
• Edit your documentary.
• Final product uploaded for online viewing.

Procedure:

1. Choose one of the following focus.

• Interesting city event
• Products made citizens living in the city or prefecture
• Interesting history
• Interesting buildings

2. Develop the script and storyboard, discuss with teacher before proceeding to filming stage.

3. Film.

4. Edit film.

5. Present edited film to teacher.