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Video Skills for e-Learning Specialists Two day hands-on - you’ll be designing, shooting, editing and critiquing video for e-Learning

When it comes to engaging with learners and delivering a message with real impact video is probably top of most trainer’s lists. But video can also be a real disappointment. Poor camera technique, inadequate lighting and haphazard editing can quickly conspire to give amateurish results that jeopardise the credibility of the whole project.

This two day hands-on course is designed specifically for e-Learning specialists who wish to create and deliver short video sequences using consumer level equipment. Traditional video skills training usually focuses on form rather than message, with an emphasis on creating results that are broadcast quality. The approach is aimed at making material that can be viewed as stand alone video programmes. The needs of the e-Learning specialist are quite different. In e-Learning video is just one element of the mix and technical quality takes second place to instructional value. Delivery needs also differ. Learners may wish to view content on mobile devices away from the workplace This two day course is built around the very precise needs of the e-Learning community concentrating on the design and application of video within e-Learning and how it can add value to the learning process. Delegates will learn and apply techniques to allow them to shoot high quality interviews and learning demonstration sequences, including the edit and post production phase.




	Next Course Dates 2009 - limited to 9 delegates per course May 19-20 - Reading June 10-11 - Leeds June 24-25 - London

	Course Level The course is aimed at individuals with no training or experience of professional video production. It is meant for those who wish to design and create effective e-Learning video working as a solo operator. It will also be particularly helpful for those who have not yet acquired video equipment

	Course Content What is instruction video - how does it differ from traditional video How can video integrate with other media in e-Learning resources What types of video works in various situations Being creative, easy alternatives to ‘stock approaches’ that excite and engage the viewer. Equipment needs for solo operator video shoots, how to select consumer level equipment that will give great results. Selecting a consumer camcorder under £500 Selecting other equipment - lighting, microphones, tripod Designing the video element and planning a shoot Camera handling - focus, exposure, Colour balance, zoom, pan Selecting locations & shooting positions Lighting, interior, using available and artificial light, the classic setup for interviews, how to cheat and still get great video. Exterior lighting Recording audio, simple microphone technique. Solo conducting and shooting an interview - getting the performance you want without spending hours. Shooting demos and technical explanations. Five shoot sequence to ensure you always get good instructional material. Shooting cutaways and background material Editing video - capture to a PC/laptop, importing and assembling material, cuts, fades, transitions. Audio editing - location and studio, narration, music. Graphics, titles Export formats, including mobile


	Course leader, Mike Foren is a director of CenREL and has been creating audio and video content for e-Learning applications for 18 years. His clients include Sony Broadcast & Professional, Imperial College and the CBI. Mike is a qualified trainer with considerable experience in coaching and encouraging learners to overcome technical fears and creative obstacles.

	Why should I attend this course? To create better, more successful e-Learning To achieve major time and financial savings over bringing in a video production team. To acquire valuable career enhancing skills

	Course Fees £495 per place + VAT 2 day course & post course support* Delegates are welcome to bring their own camcorder, but camcorders, tripods, lighting and microphones will be supplied for hands-on use. Laptop workstations will also be supplied for delegates to practice editing/post production skills. Lunch, tea, coffee and all learning materials are included. Accommodation is not included

	Who Should Attend e-Learning designers e-Learning managers and anybody who commissions e-Learning projects. Trainers and development specialists seeking involvement in e-Learning HR & Comms specialists.

	* Post Course Support Delegates are eligible for 12 months post course support by phone & email. We will help you with personal guidance on equipment choice and use, technical queries and creative questions.


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