RUBRIC

This rubric is complete.  It defines the scoring criteria for your Humanitas Filmmaking class.  Please check with your other Humaitas teachers to find out what categories in this rubric they will be grading you on.  They may also be grading you on categories that are not listed in this blog.

The total points for this project was determined by adding up the value of each main category. The main categories are represented by a + sign.

* TOTAL PROJECT POINTS   = 1,400


+ PROOF OF VOLUNTEERISM  (150 pts)

               150 You completed your 2 hours of volunteer work, turned in the verification paper and your 
                       participation was verified.

               0      You did not complete 2 hours of volunteer work. If you did turn in your proof of volunteer form
                        and subsequently your participation was not verified you will receive a zero and a visit to the
                        Dean’s office.


+ PRODUCTION  (120pts)

         camera & audio

               20   Placement of the camera was such that your subject is obviously the most important thing in 

                       the frame and the background does not divert attention away from the subject and what is
                       being said. Headroom is minimal so as to not make your subject seem less than an authority.
                       Camera movement, if any, was smooth. Camera and subject placement was considered
                       allowing for good exposures. You did not place yourself in the frame and so did not compete
                       for your audience’s attention.

         audio recording

               10   Audio was given proper consideration and all subjects are easily understandable.

         equipment scheduling

               20   Notification of equipment needs was at least 24 hrs beforehand check-out (exception being a
                       last minute schedule change by your subject). Your team picked up your equipment on time
                       and returned it on time.

         license releases

               20   Releases for all prominent persons appearing in your video are filled out and signed.  Those 
                       persons that are incidental in the frame (such as persons in the background or pat 

                       of a larger crowd or appear small in the frame and do not talk or otherwise engage the 

                       audience, do not need releases.  Make sure to also include group release forms if needed 

                       and used.

         legitimacy

               50   You were able to schedule and interview an appropriate number of authoritative subjects that
                       allowed for different perspectives and/or created a narrative structure and/or allowed for varied
                       ideas and opinions. Ultimately this gave your video a legitimate tone and provided the viewer
                       with a sense that he or she was given the proper information to make an informed opinion. 

+ VIDEO (280 pts)

      EDIT (125 pts)

            cuts / transitions

               20   Cuts are clean (no flashes or gaps or single frames). No jump cuts unless specifically designed for 
                       effect. Transitions chosen appropriately for both the moment and the film overall and its pacing. 
                       Fades at beginning and end of film.

            titles, ID’s & credits + music attribution  

               20   Title of film appropriately placed. All subjects and their professional positions (titles, such as 
                       clinical psychologist, teacher, professional card shark) properly identified, as are their locations 
                       (such as a business, university, casino, etc.). Credits appear at end of the film including thanks 
                       for appropriate individuals. Music used is to be identified as per music source policies.

            mix – sound design, VO & levels

               20   Levels are set so subject’s spoken words (on camera, VO, etc.) are clear and understandable. 

                       Music and sound FX are not intrusive and make understanding. Use of music and sound FX (if 
                       used) are well chosen and appropriate. Overall levels set appropriately avoiding over and under 
                       modulation.

            pacing

               30   Shot lengths and placement created a video that is not paced too fast or too slow. Information is 

                       laid out allowing for new and important information to be revealed at appropriate times.

            b-roll

               30   B-roll material was considered early in the process allowing for the shooting of appropriate 

                       supporting visuals. B-roll material is relevant and aids in defining an idea or occurrence. There are  
                       no gaps where supporting material would be of benefit.

            submission

               10   All folders and files named correctly and placed in the appropriate submission box folder. Final 
                       export checked for quality before submission. Proper file formats used.

      NARRATIVE (150 pts)

            hook

               30   Began video with a visually or audibly arresting bit that generates interest even before the 
                       premise is stated.

            thesis (stated objective)

               30   The problem or concern is made clear early in the video, as is the intention of the video and the 
                       video makers (proving/supporting assertions and clarifying and enlightening the viewer of the 
                       problem or concern).

            support

               30   Assertions are supported by data, analysis, expert opinion and/or 1st person accounts and 
                       experience. The material presented for support should be disseminated at appropriate times 
                       throughout the video where it supports assertions most convincingly.

            solution(s) is/are offered

               30   Solution(s) offered are based on data, facts, implementations and experiences from a wide 
                       variety of authoritative resources.

            call to action

               30   A call out at the end where the viewer learns how he or she can get involved and help (including 
                       web sites, phone numbers, organizations, resources, etc.


+ BOOK (100 pts)

            unity

               30   The book (and all elements of the book) ties in and supports the stated objective through a 
                       unified visual theme (writing, color, layout).

            graphic

               30 The book is arresting graphically, making a bold statement and attracting attention to content 
                     (statistics, statements, quotes and art).

            information

               30   The information presented in the book extends, as a logical outgrowth, information presented in 
                       the video, providing a broader and more in depth look at problem. In depth does not mean 
                       copious amounts of statistics, statements and quotes, but rather a distilled view that presents 
                       the most important information that gives the reader a greater understanding of the problem.

            submission

               10   All files named correctly, submitted as correct files types and submitted to the proper 
                       submission box folder.


+ ORAL PRESENTATION (300 pts)

      GROUP (150 pts)

            the narrative

               Your objective is to present (illustrate) the narrative (story) that unfolded during the time your group
               was creating your PSS. Your teachers will be looking at the following:

     ª It was evident that the group planned out and rehearsed their presentation.
     ª An outline was designed and turned in that assisted creating a well run presentation.
     ª You identified your group and its members.

     ª Each individual in the group spoke and offered something substantial and new to the 
                   proceedings.
     ª The group reflected upon their experiences and gave a clear impression of the course that the 
                   project took from beginning to end.

               The group must address the following:

     ª Speak to the challenges you faced and how as a group you met those challenges.

     ª How perceptions changed from initial idea to final product. Do you perceive the problem 
                   differently now? Did you become invested in the problem? Did you meet people along the way 
                   that gave you a whole new perspective on your inquiry? 

     ª Overall, was your journey enlightening, difficult, discouraging, fulfilling, etc? 

     ª What surprises did you encounter? How did it/they affect the final outcome of your presentation? 

     ª What resources did you use? Were they hard to come by? Who outside of school was 
                   instrumental in your successes and failures?

      INDIVIDUAL (150 pts)

               You will be evaluated on the quality of discourse you bring to your groups presentation. You must 

               bring something new and substantive to your groups narrative. Address how this project has 

               affected you on a personal level. Your thoughts and experiences are to come out organically during 

               your group’s presentation.


+  VOLUNTEERISM (150 pts)

            This category may be addressed as its own category during your presentation or you may incorporate 

            your experiences into the overall presentation. 

            Address the following: 

     ª What did you do to fulfill your volunteer requirement? 

     ª Did this project help enlighten your thinking on volunteerism, its value and the need for 

                   volunteering in your community? 

     ª Were you involved in volunteer work before this project began? Will you continue to seek out 

                   volunteer opportunities?


+ POWERPOINT PRESENTATION (50 pts)

            There is no maximum or minimum number of slides that you need for your PowerPoint presentation. 
            The determining factor is what you decide you need to support your oral presentation.  You will be 
            evaluated on:

     ª Did you include the necessary slides that support your oral presentation?
     ª Are the slides graphic and easy to read?  Cluttered slides force the viewer to work to interpret
              each slide instead of following your oral arguments.

     ª Were the slides and their order thought out based on your oral presentation?
     ª Did you cull through the information in order to present the most important images, data and 
                   statements?   Too much information is detrimental to keeping your audience focused.


+ Q & A (100 pts)

            group

               50   After the group has concluded their presentation several minutes will be devoted to Q & A. This 
                       session will be open up to the audience. The expectation is that all members of your group were 
                       involved in all aspects of the creation of your PSS and should be able to talk knowledgably about 
                       the subjects being inquired about. It is expected that all crewmembers speak during this part of 
                       the presentation. If a minority of crewmembers monopolizes this discussion period grades for all 
                       group members will suffer. The expectation is that all members of your team are able to 
                       demonstrate understanding of your subject/problem and of the PSS creation process.

            individual

               50   It is expected that you take part on an equal basis with your crewmembers in answering the 
                       questions presented to the group. IN addition to demonstrating understanding of the 
                       subject/problem and the process of the creation of your PSS but that you bring your own 
                       personal reflections in this Q & A session. Non-participation means a zero grade.


+ PARTICIPATION (based on both peer evaluation and teacher observation) (150 pts)

               This grade will encompass all aspects of the creation of your PSA and how involved you were in 

               contributing to your group’s success. Part of this grade will be based upon confidential evaluations 

               each member of your group will fill out. The other part will be based on how your Humanitas 

               teachers evaluated your contribution. A lack of support for your team will translate into a poor grade 

               for you in this category.