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Final Exam Planning Warm-up

I plan to try and shoot the assignment next weekend (May 7th and 8th).  This will give me enough time so that if something happens I can re-shoot.  My shots will be based around a trip to the zoo and the photos will be taken at the Austin zoo.  I'll need a camera, but I don't think I'll need a tripod.  I'm thinking the video will be towards the end I think the narration will also be near the end.

Would You?
Create line charts

Final Exam Preview

Website 1

1. The video was about the basics of using iMovie.  It started off by talking about the things you may need, like a video camera.  After that, it began talking about the creation of the movie and how it should be in DV format.  Then, it explained the layout of the program by explaining what each piece did and where it was located.
     After this, it begins talking about rearranging clips or photos in the movie.  It gives a demonstration on how to shorten the clips and how to split the clips apart.  Then, the video showed that you can also add titles and subtitles to clips.  Finaly, it showed how to use the effects feature and finished with saving the video.

2. It talked about the rearranging and shortening of clips which I already knew about.

3. I didn't know there were effects in iMovie, especially ones like brightness and contrast.

Website 2

1. On the website it starts out by talking about all the main features like having 4K resolution.  After that, it talks about how easy and simple it is to use.  Then, it explains that it uses a simple drag and drop method for its editing.
    Next, it shows how iMovies are accessible from any of your devices.  It also talks about iMovie Theater, a feature that allows all of the finished movies to be seen from any device.  Lastly, it states that there are many ways to share the final products from iMovie.

2. I already knew that iMovie had multiple ways to share and post the videos.

3.  It said that the movies could be worked on from any device which I didn't know.

4. I'm concerned that I will dream up and get excited about a plan I will be unable to execute, this could happen if I get too detailed or set my heart on using a prop that I will be unable to use.

5. I'm going to make a storyboard early on so I will know what photos, narrations, and clips go where in my movie and so I can be sure I meet all the requirements.

6. I want to do a story of some sort and try to make it at least a little funny, I was thinking I could do a reenactment of a movie or a play.

My Opinion Story

     Brazil is supposed to hold the 2016 Olympics but currently has the zika virus being spread by mosquitoes. The fact that Brazil still wants to hold the Olympics seems rather immature to me.  They are putting the games before people's health and safety which to me is unacceptable.

      The zika virus can cause birth defects and there are no specific treatments for the symptoms of fatigue, vomiting, loss of appetite, and others.  There is also no vaccine and is spread by mosquitoes which bite year round in Brazil.  Along with this the virus is suspected to cause Guillain-Barre syndrome which causes paralysis. 

      The disease can also spread from person to person, this means the zika virus will spread to other countries.  The disease could become a worldwide thing which seems worse than not having the Olympics to me.  It is already in Africa, South America, and South Asia.

        People are already worried about going to the games and the amount of attendees would drop.  Even athletes and staff who are worried about the zika virus are advised not to go.  If there were little attendees it would result in less ticket sales so less money would be made.

       The zika virus has become a problem that cannot be ignored anymore, it was first identified in humans during 1952 and has increased in numbers since. We don't need to spread this disease further, having the Olympics would be a silly and ridiculous thing to do.

       However, the other side of the argument could say that the virus's symptoms can last less than a week and can be mild.  Also, there has been lots of money already spent on the Olympics and it would go to waste if the games were canceled.  I can understand these arguments, but I think the fact that it can cause birth defects and possibly paralysis is a good enough reason to not have the event.

        We could move the location of the Olympics if it truly must be done, this would be difficult but possible.  The Olympics could also just be canceled, they have already been canceled five times in the past so this wouldn't be the first time.

        There would be an estimated 16,000 athletes and 600,000 people in the crowd, all of these people would be at risk for getting the zika virus.  That is 616,000 people, we would put at risk.

       Personally I think people come before sports.  If a baby has a birth defect they have to live with that for the rest of their life, if we skip the Olympics one year we will always have next year.

       

         

Personal Essays

1. The topic has to be something the author is passionate about.  They have to care enough about the topic that they can make the reader feel their passion behind it.

2. Make sure to include details about the topic and to be specific.

3. a) Try to use all the senses in the pieces

    b) Make sure the hook grabs the readers attention, possibly use a question

    c) Facts do not help in opinion pieces, if used make sure they are accurate

Opinion Writing Part 2

Americans need to trump Trump
1. An adviser
2. How Donald Trump should not be president
3. "He speaks in a disrespectful way to and about pretty much everyone, and definitely every “minority,” so tell me, Trump supporters, how on Earth can you actually want someone who is so rude, corrupted, greedy, and narcissistic to be President?"
4. They tried but they can't figure out what the other side is thinking.
5. No, they said, "It’s factual. Donald Trump would not be a good leader," and they stated this in many places throughout the article.
6. Yes, there are quotes
7. 1st person

Feminism strikes against male sexism
1. Gloria Gatica
2. How women continue to not be equal with men
3. "I am a feminist because I don’t think it’s fair for women to have less rights or to have less opportunities."
4. Kind of they said a small bit about it.
5. No, they clearly state that they are against the unfairness in multiple places.
6. No, there aren't quotes
7. 1st person

Is social media creating an ISIS epidemic?
1. Kamryn Kobal
2. How ISIS is recruiting and encouraging people through social media
3. "Receiving a negative reputation of violence and terrorism in the West, many are wondering why anyone would go join this radical extremist group."
4. No, they didn't
5. No, they were very firm with their opinion
6. Yes, there are quotes
7. 3rd person

Opinions Writing Preview Activity

Apple refuses to violate privacy of users

Who wrote the story- an editor
What is the story about- the argument between the FBI and apple about one of their costumers, the FBI want apple to unlock the users phone
What is their direct opinion about the topic- "...we believe that the FBI is asking Apple for too much at the risk of all other iPhone owners."
Did they address what the other side could think- Yes
Were they Wishy-Washy with their opinion- No
Are there any quotes- No
What point of view did they write in- 1st person
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Drug dog investigations have students feelings as though their rights are being violated at school

Who wrote the story- Granger Coats
What is the story about- schools violating rights of students
What is their direct opinion about the topic-  "That's why I believe the DAEP should be a punishment saved only for severe cases..."
Did they address what the other side could think- No
Were they Wishy-Washy with their opinion- No
Are there any quotes- No
What point of view did they write in- 1st person
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Social media, back at it again

Who wrote the story- Alicia Molina
What is the story about- Daniel and Josh (famous from Damn Daniel videos) using the fame they got from their snapchat videos for helping others.
What is their direct opinion about the topic- "...we need more people like Daniel and Josh who use their fame for good."
Did they address what the other side could think- No
Were they Wishy-Washy with their opinion- No
Are there any quotes- Yes
What point of view did they write in- 1st person

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Beyonce causes controversy

Who wrote the story- Fuaad Ajaz
What is the story about- Beyonce and how she stands up against police brutality and gets criticized for it.
What is their direct opinion about the topic- "No one should be offended by a powerful women using her position to defend and protect members of her race and culture."
Did they address what the other side could think-
Were they Wishy-Washy with their opinion- no
Are there any quotes- Yes
What point of view did they write in- 3rd person

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Is the AP world history test worth it?

Who wrote the story- Mia Barbosa
What is the story about- How AP tests can help students wanting to go to college
What is their direct opinion about the topic- "I think that the test is a great way for students to get ahead in the competitive race for college."
Did they address what the other side could think- no
Were they Wishy-Washy with their opinion- no
Are there any quotes-no
What point of view did they write in- 1st person

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A. 1) An opinion piece contains what the author thinks about the topic.
2) There are usually no quotes in an opinion piece.
3) Opinion pieces usually do not contain photos but rather drawings.

B. There usually aren't photos because it's hard to take photos of an opinion.

C. 1) An article about gun laws and/or open carry
2) What should be done about the flint water crisis?
3) Should the Olympics still be held in Brazil after the zika outbreak?

Peer Review SoM

http://aurorasphotojournalismblog.blogspot.com

Paragraphs- 50 points
5 Quotes- 25 points
Inverted pyramid- 25 points
Total- 100

Earthquake Story

An earthquake shook the San Francisco Bay area and partially collapsed an auto supply store called McHenry's Auto Supply at 2342 Plum street.  This happened on monday morning at 8:12 am PDT, it killed two people and injured six, no other people have been reported injured.  Out of the six people who were injured three of the people had to be hospitalized.  There were twelve police, five american red cross workers, and twenty one fire personnel, some of the workers arrived within four minutes of the collapse.

The earthquake was felt as far north as Redding and as far south as Las Angeles.  Penny Gertz, a scientist from the U.S. geological survey in Menlo Park, stated that the epicenter of the earthquake had a magnitude of 6.4 on the Richter scale.  Ropes were used to stabilize the auto supply store and a gas line had to be capped after it was detected to be leaking at the site.

Mike Beamer, a resident of an apartment across the street from McHenry's Auto Supply, claimed he felt a rolling motion with a big jolt in the middle.  It lasted for about 30 seconds and there was some damage to the building.

"I was eating my breakfast when the room started rolling. I dove under the table just as I heard an explosion outside and a chunk of cement flew through my kitchen window. That's when the screaming start across the street," Beamer said.

Huntington Story

A 53 year old woman, named Janice Jones, was in her motor home on Beach Boulevard eating pork chops, when her dog knocked a gun off the seat.  This occurred last Wednesday around 10 pm, the bullet hit her in the leg.  Janice was taken to the Huntington Beach hospital by an ambulance. 

Jones was taken care of at the hospital while her dog, a pomeranian named Tombo, was in the care of the Huntington Beach Animal Control Officers.  The dog was found to be underfed and had new cigarette burns on its forehead. The office would see into charging Jones with animal abuse and possibly for her not having a permit for her gun.  

"It could have done with a little less abuse and a few more of those pork chops," Huntington Beach Animal Control Officer Janet Ngo said.

The bullet that was fired had pierced the wall of the vehicle.

"It could have been worse, the bullet hit two inches from the gas tank," Jones said.

News Values

1.Novelty
2.Coral reefs are usually not well known by an average person.  Reading about how this thing that most people already don't know much about and how it's dying gets people alarmed and wanting to read more.
3. Climate-Related Death of Coral Around World Alarms Scientists
4. http://www.nytimes.com/2016/04/10/world/asia/climate-related-death-of-coral-around-world-alarms-scientists.html?ref=world&_r=0

1. Human intrest
2. The people trying to cross the border for a different life already is hard.  Then, add the people being atacked while doing so, this results in viewers feeling sad and wanting to know what happened.
3. Macedonian Police Use Tear Gas to Stop Migrants at Border
4. http://www.nytimes.com/2016/04/11/world/europe/macedonia-greece-migrants-refugees.html?ref=world

1. Proximity
2. The banks around America will be required to follow this new rule. Most people in America use banks, this would mean they would want to know what is happening with them.
3.U.S. Plans to Require Banks to Identify Owners of Shell Companies
4. http://www.nytimes.com/2016/04/07/world/americas/us-plans-to-require-banks-to-identify-owners-of-shell-companies.html?&moduleDetail=section-news-4&action=click&contentCollection=Americas&region=Footer&module=MoreInSection&version=WhatsNext&contentID=WhatsNext&pgtype=article

1. Timeless
2. The article is brand new (19 minutes from when I wrote this). The information within the article also seems to be newly known.
3. Meteorologist Mark Murray leaving KVUE after 26 years
4. http://tvradio.blog.austin360.com/2016/04/11/meteorologist-mark-murray-leaving-kvue-after-26-years/

1. Prominence
2. The article is about the bible and when it was written.  The bible is the top selling book so it definitely deserves the spotlight.
3. New Evidence on When Bible Was Written: Ancient Shopping Lists
4. http://www.nytimes.com/2016/04/12/world/middleeast/new-evidence-onwhen-bible-was-written-ancient-shopping-lists.html?ref=world

1. Conflict
2. The article is about the prime minister of Britain arguing with the Labour Party over taxes.  Since the article is about two opposing forces it fits very well into the conflict category.
3. David Cameron Clashes With Rivals Over Tax Havens and His Wealth
4. http://www.nytimes.com/2016/04/12/world/europe/david-cameron-panama-papers-parliament-jeremy-corbyn.html?ref=world

1. Impact
2. The article was about work that will be occurring on a often drove on road. The article is to inform readers about this so they will know how it will impact them.
3. MoPac lane closure starts between 35th, 45th streets for 6 months
4. http://www.statesman.com/news/news/traffic/mopac-lane-closed-between-35th-45th-for-about-6-mo/nq3jq/

Nut Graf

    A nut graf is a paragraph that usually goes after the first and includes the who, what, when, where, why, and how that weren't answered in the first. It often supports the first paragraph and explains why the topic is important.  It often connects the lead with the rest of the story.
    However, the nut graf is not required to be an entire paragraph, but rather a sentence.  The nut graf is very important to the story because without it the reader may be lost on what the point of the story is.  

Student of the Month Story

Who- Jaxson Bennett, student of the month, 10th grader
What- Won student of the month
Where- Bowie High School
When- This month (April)
Why- He worked hard
How- He was committed


Jaxson Bennett, a 10th grader at Bowie High School, recently won student of the month.  His hard work and commitment has allowed for him to win the April student of the month.  Not only did he win but he beat everyone by a landslide.

The winner of the student of the month receives a ribbon and a certificate; only high achieving students receive these prizes.  Jaxson Bennett has met all the qualifications and will receive these sometime in the near future.

The news brought joy to Jaxson and his family.

"I went home and 'yayed'," sophomore Jaxson Bennett said.

His family was very proud of his acomplishment.

"I was so happy with his grades and how he was doing in school, then we found out he won and I couldn't be any happier," Jaxon's mother Mrs. Bennett said.

While Bennett is proud of his accomplishment he is unsure if he should try to win again.

"It depends what next year brings," Bennett said.

Having a student of the month encourages many students like Bennett to do well in school.

"It makes kids wanna try harder and shoot for a goal," Bennett said.

Bennett worked every night, if he didn't have homework he would study from his notebooks.

"I'll come to his room to tell him dinner is ready and he'll be sitting at his desk looking over papers, erasing, and then rewriting," Jaxson's brother Peter Bennett said.

Sticking with things like school work is extremely important for getting student of the month.

"I commit to things and finish it," Bennett said.

Bennett's teachers all agree that he is an outstanding student and works hard in class.

"He is always focused and on topic, he gets his work done and stays on top of all it," Bennett's photojournalism teacher Mr. Reeves said.

Bennett's friends were very proud of him and excited to be able to say they knew the student of the month.

"My friends were happy in a super exaggerating way," Bennett said

Bennett had lots of advice for other students looking to be student of the month.

"Try hard, it will pay off" Bennett said.

Inverted Pyramid

My First Interview

1.  What is your full name? Jaxson Bennett
2.  What grade are you in? 10th grade
3.  What classes are you taking? All the core classes and some electives
4.  Why do you think you were chosen to be student of the month? I commit to things and finish it
5.  How does it feel to be student of the month? It feels good
6.  Have you ever received any other titles or awards for academic reasons? No
7.  What is your favorite class that you are currently taking? P.E.
8.  Was getting student of the month a goal you had? Yeah, but wasn't priority
9.  Were you surprised when you found out you were student of the month? Yes, very
10.  Who is your favorite teacher? Mr. Reeves
11.  How did your parents react to you being named student of the month? They said "good job"
12.  Where do you plan to go to college when you graduate? I don't know, probably a small college
13.  What do you plan to major in? Sales in general
14.  What advice would you give students trying to get student of the month? Try hard, it will pay off
15.  What does the prize associated with student of the month look like? A piece of paper and a ribbon
16.  Are you going to try and win student of the month again? Maybe, it depends on what the next year brings
17.  How does having a student of the month motivate students to do better? It makes them wanna try harder and shoot for a goal
18.  Did you learn anything from former student of the months to help you achieve the title? Yeah
19.  How will you celebrate for winning the title? Go home and 'yay'
20.  How did your friends react to you winning student of the month? They were happy in a super exaggerated way