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Media Department 2017/2018

Learner Progress Tracker

Unit 13Extended Media Project

Name: Amber MartinBlog Name: ambermartinmediaproducation.wordpress.comCourse: UAL Diploma in Creative Media Production and Technology

Level 3 – Year 1Pathway: Print, Radio, TV Group Year 2

Unit 13/14 Extended Project in Creative Media ProductionLearning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

AIM: Demonstrate their achievement through proposing and realising a project, which integrates the skills, knowledge and understanding acquired throughout the course

1. Be able to initiate and develop a creative media production project proposal.

1.1. Use critical and contextual perspectives to initiate a creative media production project proposal.

1.2. Use analysis and evaluation to clarify and develop ideas for a creative media production project proposal.

2. Be able to use research, analysis and evaluation to develop solutions for a creative media production project.

2.1. Use research to support the development of a creative media production project.2.2. Use analytical and evaluative skills to develop creative solutions to realize a media

production project.

3. Be able to solve practical, theoretical and technical problems in a creative media production project.

3.1. Solve practical and technical problems within a creative media production project.3.2. Solve theoretical problems within a creative media production project.

4. Be able to plan, organise and produce a creative media production project.

4.1. Demonstrate the ability to plan, organise & produce a creative media production project within an agreed timeframe.

5. Be able to use practical methods and skills in a creative media production project.

5.1. Demonstrate the exploration, adaptation and application of practical methods and skills in the realisation of a creative media production project.

6. Be able to use evaluative and reflective skills in the production of a creative media product.

6.1. Maintain evaluative and reflective records of the development and production of a creative media project.

6.2. Use evaluative and reflective skills to make decisions for a creative media production project.

7. Be able to present a creative media production project.

7.1. Explore strategies to present a creative media production project.7.2. Present a creative media production project to a specified audience.

Learner Progress TrackerWeek Number 1 Date w/c 19th March 2018

Blog Post for the week (Title)

Research Report for FMP

What is your Learning Task/Assignment for the week? (What are you going to do in the week)

Criteria Working on:

The Research Report: Critical Analysis

In this week I will be finished up my critical analysis for my research report and then I shall move onto the Primary Research.

How do you plan to achieve this? (SMART Targets)S (specific)I plan to quickly play three levels of Alice Madness Returns and Bioshock Infinite whilst I watched three videos on The Last of Us. When I am finished with this task I will take notes during the process before eventually setting all the notes in the question structure.

M (measurable)See Timely

A (achievable)This task is very achievable and can be completed over a single day.

R (relevant)I plan to use these games for their differing genres and for their Hero’s Journey; This is relevant because of the fact they are all within the gaming genre.

T (timely)The research for the analysis will be done over the days of the 17th and 18th of March.

Problems/situations you encountered this week and how you resolved themProblem Resolution

I ran into an issue based primarily on updating and saving the work I had done.

I copy and pasted my work onto a notepad and waited for the site to get itself back in order.

Learner Progress TrackerReflection on the work you have produced this week

he work produced on this day was sufficient due to the small scope I kept in mind when developing the research report, I managed to complete levels quickly and this lead to more time to research the other game.

Notes on Resources and Sources used in the production of this week’s postFull Harvard Reference of Sources is Located in aforementioned work/ blogpost

ChecklistSpellchecked Proofread Introduction Conclusion Harvard Presentation Published

Lecturer :Blog Checked Feedback from your Lecturers, detailing further actions you need to take

(student to complete)

Learner Progress TrackerWeek Number 2 Date w/c 27th March





Primary Research

This week I shall be finishing off my primary research and getting the responses recorded on my blog post.How do you plan to achieve this? (SMART Targets)

S (specific)I will be logging the responses to the Heroes Journey questions with at least 5 people, however I will be aiming for 10 responses. With these responses I will get them typed up onto the Unit 12 blogpost.


A (achievable)

This task is achievable and can be completed over a week depending on those involved with the survey.

R (relevant)

The actions I am taking are achievable because I am in contact with all of the people interviewed for the primary research

T (timely)

This task can be completed within a week depending on those involved however the target dates to finish this section is the 2nd of April.

Problems/situations you encountered this week and how you resolved themProblem ResolutionOne response took longer to log than the others which lead to a hold up in how many responses I could take.

I cut down the questions and worked around those involved in my primary research.

Learner Progress TrackerReflection on the work you have produced this week

I feel as if the goals I had for the work produced during this week were met sufficiently and that the information collected is concise and relevant to my main research question. With the information I will have a better idea on how to structure character journeys and put emphasis on choices made.

Notes on Resources and Sources used in the production of this week’s postFull Harvard Reference of Sources is Located in aforementioned work/ blogpost




Learner Progress TrackerWeek Number 3 Date w/c 2nd April 2018(Easter break)

ResearchBlog Post for the week (Title)




Finishing the Report

This week I will be finishing off my research report and proofreading to check for any issues before sending it off to my tutor to check for issues.How do you plan to achieve this? (SMART Targets)

S (specific)Over the course an hour I plan to proofread and reference everything involved in the project.


A (achievable)This is very achievable due to the fact it is a one person job and that I can get this done so quickly.

R (relevant)This is relevant to the project because these references are needed for when I use them again for the production.

T (timely)This can be completed in a manner of hours.

Problems/situations you encountered this week and how you resolved themProblem ResolutionI experienced no issues during this task There was no need for a resolution.

Learner Progress TrackerReflection on the work you have produced this weekI feel as if the work I have produced this week was enough due to the amount of references and proofreading I have had to do. All the references were done in a matter of an hour.

Notes on Resources and Sources used in the production of this week’s postFull Harvard Reference of Sources is Located in aforementioned work/ Blogpost




Learner Progress TrackerWeek Number 4 Date w/c 9th April ( Easter break)


Research Report for the FMP



Checking for errors/Adding additional Information

This week I shall be looking through my research report and checking for and correcting errors and adding any additional information that is required.

How do you plan to achieve this? (SMART Targets)S (specific)Over the course an hour I plan to proofread and correct the errors in my project


A (achievable)This is very achievable due to the fact it is a one person job and that I can get this done so quickly.

R (relevant)This is relevant to the project because it is imperative to get the research correct.

T (timely)This can be completed in a manner of hours.

Problems/situations you encountered this week and how you resolved themProblem ResolutionThe only issue I experienced was my hand cramping up during typing

I took a quick break to sooth my pain. Then I stretched my hands before beginning again.


Reflection on the work you have produced this weekI feel as if the work involved with UNIT 12. Is sufficient research for my project and I feel as if the errors are now fixed and edited

Notes on Resources and Sources used in the production of this week’s postFull Harvard Reference of Sources is Located in aforementioned work




Learner Progress TrackerWeek Number 5 Date w/c 16th April 2018

Blog Post for the week (Title)Research Report for FMP and work on Word.



Finished Report Referencing, Script and Pitch

Finish my referencing and begin work on my pitch and script.

How do you plan to achieve this? (SMART Targets)

S (specific)I plan to list all references used on the research report and reference them accordingly before moving to getting the information for the pitch so I can begin work on the pitch as well as write up the first draft to my script.


A (achievable)This is achievable because I can work on the script any time during this week as well as all the programs I need are at home so I can work on these projects in my free time as well to maximise my productivity.

R (relevant)The work is relevant because I need to show my sources as to where I got my research from, as well as the script being relevant for the fact it is the main part of my project. The pitch is also relevant because it is the medium used to show my ideas to my peers to gain feedback.

T (timely)I can get this done within the week and I plan to spend the most time on my pitch.

Problems/situations you encountered this week and how you resolved themProblem ResolutionA problem I ran into was writers block for my script.

I looked at the inspiration for my project again before continuing writing.


Reflection on the work you have produced this weekI feel as if the start of my script is not good enough so I will be rewriting the opening to suit the idea I have had in mind for this radio drama, I also feel as if the pitch I have produced includes all relevant information needed for my pitch.





Learner Progress TrackerWeek Number 6 Date w/c 23rd April 2018

Blog Post for the week (N/A)Portfolio Work



Pitch and Script

I will be performing my pitch and finishing off my first script draft for the project.

How do you plan to achieve this? (SMART Targets)S (specific)I will have someone film me as I perform the pitch, and I shall be using Microsoft word to work on my script for the Trevelyan conspiracy.


A (achievable)I believe this is a very achievable goal due to the simplicity of performing a pitch as well as the process of script writing.

R (relevant)This will be relevant to my project because making a PowerPoint pitch is mandatory as well as the script dictation how my project will go.

T (timely)I can get the pitch performed rather quickly as well as get the first draft of the script done in two days at most.

Problems/situations you encountered this week and how you resolved themProblem ResolutionThe few problems I encountered was who was going to film my FMP as well as writer’s block.

I asked a classmate to record my pitch and for the writer’s block I simply took a break and looked over my influences for this project again to gain ideas

Learner Progress TrackerReflection on the work you have produced this weekI believe that my pitch was a success with the class and that the feedback received was justified and taken into account. I also feel as if my script is coming along nicely and will be finished in the next three weeks.Notes on Resources and Sources used in the production of this week’s post

Full Harvard Reference of Sources is Located in aforementioned work




Learner Progress TrackerWeek Number 7 Date w/c 30th April 2018


Work on Word.



Script/Portfolio

I am going to work on my script and portfolio.


S (specific)I will be updating my portfolio as well as focusing on writing my script.


A (achievable)This is achievable over a week including the revisions to the script.

R (relevant)It is highly relevant due to the fact the script dictates what will be heard in the Radio Drama as well as the fact this project will be mainly on the portfolio.

T (timely)This can be completed over a week or more including revisions to the script and updates to the portfolio

Problems/situations you encountered this week and how you resolved themProblem ResolutionNo problems were encountered

Learner Progress TrackerReflection on the work you have produced this weekI feel as if the work is coming along well and that the script needs more work but will end up being a piece of work I can truly be proud of after I get the second draft done.





Learner Progress TrackerWeek Number 8 Date w/c 7th May 2018


Work on Word



Script 2nd draft /Portfolio

Script/Portfolio

How do you plan to achieve this? (SMART Targets)S (specific)I will be updating my portfolio as well as focusing on the second draft of my script


A (achievable)This is achievable over a week including the revisions to the script.

R (relevant)It is highly relevant due to the fact the script dictates what will be heard in the Radio Drama as well as the fact the portfolio has all my work on it.

T (timely)This can be completed over a week or more including revisions to the script and updates to the portfolio

Problems/situations you encountered this week and how you resolved themProblem ResolutionNo issues encountered

Learner Progress TrackerReflection on the work you have produced this weekI feel as if I am one step closer to my final draft for my script as well as the portfolio being updated at a good pace however I do wish I could finish the script much earlier due to the need to record my audio.







Work on Word



Portfolio and script editing and work on the 3rd draft

I will be working on my portfolio and I will be editing my script. As well as working on the third draft


S (specific)I will be updating my portfolio as well as focusing on editing my script and making adjustments to the final draft.


A (achievable)This is achievable over a week including the revisions to the script. If I really focus on the script I will achieve this goal easily.

R (relevant)It is highly relevant due to the fact the script dictates what will be heard in the Radio Drama as well as the fact the portfolio has all my work on it.

T (timely)This can be completed over a week or more including revisions to the third draft of my script and further updates to the portfolio.

Problems/situations you encountered this week and how you resolved themProblem ResolutionThe second draft of my script was not making sense

I made a third draft so I could work on my script and be proud of it.

Learner Progress TrackerReflection on the work you have produced this weekI feel that decided on a final draft for my script was the right step forward in terms of production and that what I will come up with next will really finalise the story I wish to tell and add good twists and turns for the listener.





Learner Progress TrackerWeek Number 10 Date w/c 21st May 2018

Blog Post for the week (Title)Work on Word



Portfolio and Gathering sounds.

Work on the portfolio and record the FMP dialogue.


S (specific)I will be updating my portfolio and recording my audio in the Radio Studio with the actors over two days.


A (achievable)This is achievable due to the fact I now have all the actors and everyone has rehearsed their lines.

R (relevant)This is very relevant for the project because it is the dialogue for the project

T (timely)This will be done over two days in the span of five hours at most.

Problems/situations you encountered this week and how you resolved themProblem ResolutionWe had two actors drop out of the project during the recording.

I recast their roles and rerecorded lines.

Learner Progress TrackerReflection on the work you have produced this weekI feel as if the recording could have been done much earlier than what was done, however now that it is done I can focus on my other tasks such as gather sounds for the







Work on Word/Gather recording sounds



Portfolio/Edit.

Gather recording sounds for the FMP so the edit is easy to work on as well as work on getting my portfolio done.

How do you plan to achieve this? (SMART Targets)S (specific)I will be gathering sounds for my radio drama as well as creating foley for various sound effects.


A (achievable)I feel this is achievable due to the fact I have been watching videos on how to record foley and that I know what sfx should be needed and where I can get them.

R (relevant)This is relevant to the project because theses sounds will be the ambiance and the effect for the project

T (timely)I can get this done in three days along with getting them onto my stick and refining them in post editing.

Problems/situations you encountered this week and how you resolved themProblem ResolutionLack of proper equipment I worked with what I had.

Learner Progress TrackerReflection on the work you have produced this weekI feel as if all sounds for the project are now gathered and that they will be sufficient for the project. I believe these sounds will really add the effect I am looking for in terms of this project.





Learner Progress TrackerWeek Number 12 Date w/c 4th June 2018

Blog Post for the week (Title)Work on Word and edit.



Portfoilio.

I plan to edit my radio drama and continue work on my portfolio.

How do you plan to achieve this? (SMART Targets)S (specific)I will be reviewing the audio I recorded as well as working on my production section in the portfolioM (measurable)See Timely

A (achievable)This is achievable over a week with the use of word and adobe premiere.

R (relevant)This is relevant to the project because it is the editing process for the radio drama.

T (timely)This can be done over a week.Problems/situations you encountered this week and how you resolved themProblem ResolutionThe Audio messed up and It was unable to be fixed.

I decided to not show the radio drama due to the fact The audio was very, very bad.


Reflection on the work you have produced this weekI feel as if this audio issue has thrown my project into uncertainty however I feel justified on my decision not to waste time on my lost cause of an edit and mainly focus on finishing the work on the Portfolio.






Week Number 12 Date w/c 11th June 2018 DEADLINE


Work on Word

What is your Learning Task/Assignment for the week?

(What are you going to do in the week)


Portfoilio.

I am going to finish my portfolio off and send the work into my Tutor.


S (specific) I will be evaluating all my work for the project and finalising all sections of my portfolio for the project.

M (measurable)

See Timely

A (achievable) I believe this is very achievable over the next week if I focus entirely on the portfolio.

R (relevant) This is relevant to the project because the Portfolio is my way of showing my work off.

T (timely) I can get this work done in the final week with a day or two to spare for proofreading.

Problems/situations you encountered this week and how you resolved them

Problem Resolution

I came into a few system issues due to the amount of words in the document. Eventually this led to word becoming unresponsive.

I waited for the program to respond as I worked on another piece of work.


Reflection on the work you have produced this week

I feel as if this portfolio is finally down and has the sufficient work for this project and I feel as if this really makes up for no radio drama.

Notes on Resources and Sources used in the production of this week’s post

Full Harvard Reference of Sources is Located in BLOG

Checklist

Spellchecked Proofread Introduction Conclusion Harvard Presentation Published

Lecturer :

Blog Checked

Feedback from your Lecturers, detailing further actions you need to take


CANTERBURY COLLEGE CALENDAR 2017-2018

Media Department – YEAR 1 - UAL Level 3

w/c Mon

19 March 1

27 March 2. Community Week Last day of term Thursday 29th March

2 April College Closed Friday 30 March EASTER HOLIDAYS

9 April

16 April 3 Term starts Monday 16th April

23 April 4

30 April 5

7 May 6 Monday 7th Bank Holiday ( college closed)

14 May 7

21 May Deadline for Unit 8 Friday 25th May

28 May College Closed 28 May SELF DIRECTED STUDY WEEK

4 June 8

11 June 9

18 June 10

25 June 11 Summer School

2 July UAL External moderation assessment

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