Medieval+Science

= Hear ye hear ye! It's time to make a Medieval Science presentation! Here's the skinny: =

__** Rules **__ - You are responsible for creating a 2 - 5 minute presentation on something from the Middle Ages - You can work in a group of up 3 people or you can go it solo - Your presentation must be technologically advanced for the times: in other words, it must be digitally created, no poster

__** Research **__ You'll research your topic and present on the subject matter. Kind of like a report. **Just make sure you include the scientific reasoning for how/why that thing worked that way.** For example, if you're doing archery, you'll have to explain the science of aiming and calculating the ideal angle to hold the bow. Or if you're doing blacksmithing, explain why it is better to forge with one type of metal than another. **The bottom line is that whatever you choose, make sure you say why things work the way they do.**

__** Presentation **__ ====You will have to use a piece of technology to present that is different and out of your comfort zone. NO POWERPOINTS! This is your chance to try something you've never tried before! Here are some suggestions. If you want to use something not on this list you must clear it with me first.==== - make an animated presentation http://www.powtoon.com - make an animated video http://getvoice.adobe.com - make a video with pictures, sound, and text http://www.animoto.com - make a stop-motion animation http://ticklypictures.com/#/projects/0 - make an animated puppet show with the Puppet Pals app https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/puppet-pals-hd/id342076546?mt=8 - make a cartoon puppet show http://launchpadtoys.com/toontastic - make a webpage http://weebly.com - make a webpage http://wix.com - make an online book http://www.apple.com/ibooks-author - make an online storybook with pictures http://storybird.com - another book writer http://www.boomwriter.com - add some beats to your presentation http://www.incredibox.com - make a screencast http://www.screencast-o-matic.com - make an online flyer (does not work well at school, may want to do it at home) http://www.smore.com - make a movie in photobooth using the green screen in the classroom - use photobooth or something similar to make a movie or puppet show using the green screen in the classroom

__** Schedule **__ You will present on Friday June 10th. You'll have class time from now on to work on it. __Suggestions for how to plan your time:__ - Research your topic and write a script - Research the different types of presentations and start learning how to use it. Create your project - Practice your presentation (if necessary, see below)


 * Note - if you made a movie or a powtoon or something like that, you wouldn't have to do a live presentation. You can just hit play!**

__** Suggested Topics **__ Here are some suggestions. After you choose your topic, you have to sign up for it. Only one topic per class! Once it's chosen it's gone. If you want to use something not on this list you must clear it with me first. - Archery: What is the best type of bow to use, why - Archery: What is the optimum angle to shoot, why - Archery: How to compensate for wind, why - Weaponry: What were the different types of weapons used, in what circumstances is one favored over another, why - Swordplay: Best type of sword to use, why - Swordplay: Swinging the sword, how to optimally hit your opponent, why - Smithing: How to forge weapons and armor, which metals to use, why one metal over another - Jousting: What is it, how to win, where to hit your opponent to knock him down, why - Jousting: Quintains, what are they, how does one best beat it - Jousting: What kind of horses were best, how to fight on horseback - Farming: What instruments were used, why did they work - Energy: How windmills provide energy - Warfare: How to aim and fire a cannon - Warfare: How to aim and fire a catapult - Cosmetics: What was used, what were the ill effects, why - Herbology: Much of the "medicines" used were really plant-based; what were they, why did they work (or not), are there any we still use today - Dyeing: The colors for clothing came from plant-based dyes - what was used, what colors were produced, why were some colors more costly than others  - Falconry: How were the birds trained, what commands were used, why were falcons used instead of other birds - Farriers: These were the smiths who worked on smaller items, such as horse shoes and the like. What did they do, what materials were used, why these metals over others - Architecture: How were cathedrals built, why were they constructed the way they were - Food preservation: What methods were used to preserve food for the fall and winter months, why - Disease: What were the major diseases of the time, how did they attack, who were the carriers, why were they so powerful, how were they fought, why are they not a problem today __** What To Include **__ - Pictures (lots of them) - Voice narration (either live or recorded) - Tell us about what the topic is - Science (tell why)

__** Rubric **__ - what is it - science behind it - is it thorough and informative
 * Content (25 points)**

- 2 to 5 minutes long - colorful pictures - everyone in the group contributed equally - no time was wasted in class
 * Presentation (25 points)**


 * NOTE: Teams that dress up Medieval-ish on the day they present gets bonus points!**


 * Technology (25 points) **

- used some technology that is new and different - everything worked


 * Creativity (25 points)**

- looks good - shows creativity

__ ** FAQ's ** __ Q: Can I use the same research that I'm using for my LA/SS project? A: Yes!

Q: Can I use wikipedia? A: Yes!

Q: Do I need to include a bibliography? A: No way!

Q: Can I bring in my own laptop/tablet/device? A: Yes! To an extent. No cell phones of course. And if you use an app to create something, it must be able to project. I can project with a lightning cable, but that's about it. So figure out a way to present and we'll be good (like burn it to a dvd or make a youtube vid or something)

Q: Do I need to bring any books to class? A: No way! We are officially done with Science class!

Link to TouchCast Tutorial

(for next year)

__** Presentation **__ ====You're going to create a visual story. Your presentation should only have pictures on the screen - no words! You also must record some voice narration to go over your pictures. You can not read live. Your pictures should match what you're talking about (duh). You can use whatever you want to create your presentation, whether it's making a movie in imovie or even doing a timed powerpoint. Here are some other ideas for programs you can try:====

- make an animated presentation http://www.powtoon.com - make an animated video http://getvoice.adobe.com - make a video with pictures, sound, and text http://www.animoto.com - make a stop-motion animation http://ticklypictures.com/#/projects/0 - make an animated puppet show with the Puppet Pals app https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/puppet-pals-hd/id342076546?mt=8 - make a cartoon puppet show http://launchpadtoys.com/toontastic - add some beats to your presentation http://www.incredibox.com - make a screencast http://www.screencast-o-matic.com - make a movie in photobooth using the green screen in the classroom

The Great Medieval Movie (2017) **3 2 1 Action!** Get some people together, you're about to film and star in your very own movie about medieval times! For this, your final grade in Science Class, you'll be working in groups of 4 to create a movie. This isn't a documentary where you're just standing in front of a camera giving facts. It should be a story with characters and dialogue. Information should be told through a narrative of rich storytelling. Plan your time wisely - you'll only have 4 class periods (or less) to research, write, and film. Your video must be between 2 and 4 minutes in length. Anything shorter or longer will lose points. __** Choosing Partners **__ Don't just choose your friends. Build your Production Crew wisely. A well-rounded team should include the following personalities: - Director - someone with a vision for the film. Someone who is not afraid to assign due dates and responsibilities to the crew - Writer(s) - someone who can write a story! - Cameraman - someone needs to film this thing. They should own a videocamera or phone/tablet. - (optional) Editor - someone who can put the film together in post-production and make it flow. Maybe add a little green-screen effect, maybe add a little medieval music, whatever **__ Choosing a Topic __** You'll start by researching and focusing on the science behind medieval life. Choose a topic from the list below that appeals to you and your teammates. Once you have your topic chosen, tell your teacher. Once a topic is claimed, it's off the table for everyone else. - __Archery__: What is the best type of bow to use, why- __Archery__: What is the optimum angle to shoot, why- __Archery__: How to compensate for wind, why- __Weaponry__: What were the different types of weapons used, in what circumstances is one favored over another, why- __Swordplay__: Best type of sword to use, why- __Swordplay__: Swinging the sword, how to optimally hit your opponent, why- __Smithing__: How to forge weapons and armor, which metals to use, why one metal over another- __Jousting__: What is it, how to win, where to hit your opponent to knock him down, why- __Jousting__: Quintains, what are they, how does one best beat it- __Jousting__: What kind of horses were best, how to fight on horseback- __Farming__: What instruments were used, why did they work- __Energy__: How windmills provide energy- __Warfare__: How to aim and fire a cannon- __Warfare__: How to aim and fire a catapult- __Cosmetics__: What was used, what were the ill effects, why

- __Herbology__: Much of the "medicines" used were really plant-based; what were they, why did they work (or not), are there any we still use today- __Dyeing__: The colors for clothing came from plant-based dyes - what was used, what colors were produced, why were some colors more costly than others- __Falconry__: How were the birds trained, what commands were used, why were falcons used instead of other birds- __Farriers__: These were the smiths who worked on smaller items, such as horse shoes and the like. What did they do, what materials were used, why these metals over others- __Architecture__: How were cathedrals built, why were they constructed the way they were- __Food preservation__: What methods were used to preserve food for the fall and winter months, why- __Disease__: What were the major diseases of the time, how did they attack, who were the carriers, why were they so powerful, how were they fought, why are they not a problem today **__Writing a Script__** It's time to write the script. Of your 4 people in your group, 1 person should be behind the camera filming. The other 3 must be characters on screen. Come up with identities for each of the characters based on the topic you chose, and also based on medieval times. For example, let's say you chose Weaponry from above. The one where you have to give the science of which weapon works best in which circumstance. You might have 2 main characters, Shawn and Danyell, who are madly in love with each other. Danyell is worried about Shawn who has been summoned to battle in the Great War. So she gives him pointers about weapons, and which one he should choose based on who he's battling. The next scene might have him actually on the battlefield, fighting your 3rd character, Patton, who doesn't know much about weaponry and ultimately dies. Remember, your movie must be 2-4 minutes total. You'll need to write enough dialogue to introduce the characters, include all the research on the topic, and include some action. But don't use my example -- use your own creativity! Print out copies of your finished scripts and hand them over to your actors, because it's time to film! **__ Filming __** Find yourself a nice quiet spot nearby and prepare to film. Let's assume you'll be filming on Day 3 or Day 4. Bring any props you might need. You may have to build your own fake props at home -- nothing real. Keep your crossbows and cannons at home. But you can bring in fake cardboard versions that you've built yourself. Plan out where you're going to film. Memorize your lines the day before you film. Be ready so that when you come to class, you're ready to go and it goes quickly and smoothly. __** Post-Production **__ If you filmed your video with more than one scene, be prepared to use imovie or another editing program to cut it and put it all together. Hopefully you have someone on your team who is able to do that. Here's where you can add green-screen effects, music, whatever. __** Submitting **__ Only one person in your group will be submitting your video. Whoever has the finished video file should be the one to submit. You all will get the same grade. Submit it in Schoology. Click Submit, and just upload your file directly to Schoology. Don't hit Create, just go with the default of the Upload and upload your video file right there. If that doesn't work for you, upload it to YouTube or your Google Drive and paste the link __** Things You Should Know **__ This is due June 12th. At some point that week we'll definitely have a movie screening where we'll watch all the movies. Maaaaybe even some from other classes. Proper planning is essential! Figure out exactly what you want to accomplish on each of the days you have to work on this in class, and exactly what each person might need to do each night for homework. Camera shy? Don't be. Remember, you're playing a //character//, you're not yourself. If your acting is bad, that's awesome! I'm secretly hoping for some super cheesy quite terrible acting. If you're worried people are going to laugh at you, make that the point. You //want// people to laugh at you. <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #333333; font-family: 'Lucida Grande',Tahoma,Verdana,Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">__** Getting Graded **__ **Content (25 points)**

- your video accurately and thoroughly explains the concept you chose

- the science is clearly evident

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**Presentation (25 points)**

<span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #000000; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">- video is 2 to 4 minutes long

<span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #000000; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">- each character has dialogue that makes sense

<span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #000000; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">- your team worked together well

**<span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;">Creativity (25 points) **

<span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #000000; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">- looks good, makes sense

<span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #000000; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">- shows creativity <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #000000; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">** Bonus (0-25 points) **

- people dressed up

- sweet props or green screen backdrops were used