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This is the website for my blog, where I have posted my research, panning and evaluation stages. Through the blog I was able to show what I have done in order to make sure that I know the codes and convention of a good horror movie, poster and magazine. It was useful to have a blog, as I had everything in one place and I could always refer back to my posts.

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J2bloggy gives the teacher complete control over who has what authority over each website. For example, a student can own a website that only he and a teacher can access, or this can be widened out to allow a particlar class, or the entire school to view, or contribute.

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I have been using computer at all the stages of creating my product. It was essential to access the softwares and my blog.

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I have used this online software to present information in a different way than just text. Info graphics allowed me to show the information in a visual way which was very interesting and I was able to show my different skill.

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I have used flycam at the planning stage to help me record some scenes withing my movie. Flycam helped me to keep my camera stable even if i was in movement. The advantage of flycam is that

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I have used this software to create a podcast for the evaluation question 3. This software allowed me to edit my recordings together and add some extra bits such as background music and some special effects. Adobe Audition has a lot of useful features, such as multi tracker where I was able to play with the sound and blend the recordings together in order to make it professional. I have also used Adobe Audition to change the file format to be able to put the audio on my blog. I was recording the audio by my mobile phone which saved on the computer as .3pg. Therefore I used Adobe Audition to change the format of the audio files to .mp3. It was a very easy process which allowed me to put the audio in the post.

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This is the main software which I have used during planning stage to edit all my footage. Adobe Premiere allowed me to play with my recordings in different way. I was able to import videos, audio and graphics in a wide variety of formats. Then I could edit, manipluate and arrange these elemenets in a visual timeline. As I have imported all the videos and graphics I was able to add effects, filters and special effects. In Adobe Premiere I was also creating my titles. At the end of the process I exported my edited video and I was able to chose variety of formats which the best suits me. I have chosen the format which was less than 500mb, as this is the limit on Vimeo which I have uploaded my movie. Adobe Premiere was also used to create Animatics which was really useful, as I was able to pre-visualise my movie before I stareted recordings.

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I have used Photoshop during research and planning stages mainly to remove the background from the pictures and change the file format form .jpg to .png which was very useful, as I could place the image over the another. I have used also used Photoshop to create my poster which was one of my final product. Photoshop allowed me to use very useful features and effects which resulted in a high quality and professional movie poster.

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I have used PodBean to upload my podcast and make it available for everyone. It was easy to create an account there and free to use. This allowed me to put the link on my blog and link it to the icon which I have created in Adobe Illustrator.

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I have used this software to create an icon for my podcast. This was embedded onto my blog to activate a link to the podcast. Adobe Illustrator allowed me to create an icon from scratch and in a very quick way. I was able to chose the shapes, colour, and sizes which was really useful, as I could make the icon which I wanted.

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Surely a gem from the house of Adobe is ' Adobe Illustrator'. It is drawing program which is vector based and is any designers best friend . Opposed to bitmap images that store image data in the form of grids made of dots, Illustrator used maths based equations to draw shapes. It is this factor that makes the vector graphics scalable to any proportion without losing any resolution or quality.

Used extensively by designers all over the world to create detailed cartoons, elaborate illustrations, technical diagrams, simple or photo finish logos, print ready layouts and exceptional graphics, for use in multimedia or even the internet. It has a super mix of tools for both painting and drawing and also gives great control over typography and its manipulation.

It even has some cool features of Photoshop like feathering, outer and inner glow and the ability to create drop shadows that are non-destructive. Since it comes from Adobe image linking between Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator is easy and extremely user friendly.

History of Adobe Illustrator

Developed by Adobe Systems, this software was first created for the Apple Macintosh (in 1986), as a program companion to Adobe Photoshop. Over the years many new versions and upgrade have been released the latest being Illustrator CC (Creative Cloud).

Cool Features
Power packed with a huge range of creative tools that allow the designer to let his imagination go wild and his creativity to mold.
-There are loads of effects that a new user can experiment with, create editable paths, create shaped, edit graphics, import various formats, various stroke options, allows precise positioning, eraser tools, smoothing tool, live trace, flexi brushes, 3D effects, play with cool color effects and much more.

-Some amazing typography edit tools that let the user have full control over text are transparent text effects, kerning, skewing, text wrap etc.

Advantages of using Adobe Illustrator
This program has loads of benefits over other graphic programs:
-It allows you more flexibility with customizing the workspace.

It comes with a user interface that allows custom viewing and enables space saving.

-Illustrator gives more control over text and its formatting with options like paragraph composing and OpenType fonts

-Using illustrator increases productivity as it allows for in-panel editing and use of multiple artboards at a time.

-As it is a vector based program it allows the creation of graphics that are scalable to any extent without losing resolution, with crisp and sharp lines that are perfect for print.

-Illustrator files are comparatively small in size so allow easy sharing, mailing and use.

Disadvantages of using Adobe Illustrator

-Since it is a design software some amount of skill or training is require to master it. A good idea is to check out the numerous tutorials that are available by adobe itself or spend some time with the tools this program is loaded with to master it.

-To create photo realistic drawing the user must have oodles of patience and a keen eye for detail.

Conclusion

The possibilities with Adobe Illustrator are endless, just download it and see what a new dimension all your layouts and designs will take. Once you master the drawing tools and the basics there is no looking back. And if you have worked with Photoshop in the past, it will be even easier since the palates and commands are quiet similar.
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What is Adobe Illustrator? What are the advantages and disadvantages of using it

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Surely a gem from the house of Adobe is 'Adobe Illustrator'. It is drawing program which is vector based and is any designers best friend . Opposed to bitmap images that store image data in the form of grids made of dots, Illustrator used maths based equations to draw shapes.

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I have used this website to get an inspiration for the titles in my movie. I have found a lot of interesting ideas and analysed them. This helped me to create a professional titles, as I was inspired by the real media text.

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Director and screenwriter Chloe Okuno discusses her favorite title sequences including horror from the '70s and '90s and how important sound design is for setting tone

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I have used the camera at the planning stage to record all the footage.

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Nikon D3200 reviews, pros and cons. Liked: Compact. Good quality at high ISOs. Disliked: Small pentamirror viewfinder.

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This website was very useful, as I have found a lot of interesting ideas on Vimeo. This helped me to see the main codes and convention of horror movie and took an inspiration for my own film. I gain a lot more knowledge of what should be included in horror movies and what the audiences wants from this type of movie. I have used Vimeo the most during the research stage and analysed different horror genre movies. As, I was inspired by these movies it helped me to create a professional product. I have also used Vimeo to upload there my own, finished product to be able to convert it into link and put it on my blog.

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Two platforms clearly stand out when it comes to hosting online videos: YouTube and Vimeo.

YouTube's definitely the big dog. At 800 million unique visitors per month, with roughly 72 hours of content being uploaded each minute, it's by far the most used video-sharing platform on the web. (It doesn't hurt that it's owned by Google, either.)

But upload statistics alone don't necessarily make it the best platform out there. Vimeo, while on a smaller audience scale, has plenty of advantages over the streaming giant - especially for someone who's looking to receive helpful feedback or showcase their work to a community of fellow filmmakers.

Not to knock on YouTube. It's a great platform as well, and it overall depends on what type of video you're uploading and what sort of audience you're trying to reach. But, if you're struggling to decide between the two, check out our list below of reasons why Vimeo - not YouTube - might be your best fit.

1. The Community of Professionals

Unlike YouTube's massive audience, Vimeo's is a more small, niche community of film enthusiasts. It's not nearly as large - it gets roughly 70 million unique visitors each month - but its modest size creates an intimate and fully engaged community. It's a network of people who are genuinely interested in film quality, too, so you know your work is being seen by people who will appreciate it.

Plus, you're more likely to get constructive criticism in the comments section. (On YouTube, even a video of a baby owl stretching its wings for the first time is guaranteed to launch a string of off-topic, mean and flat-out racist comments.)

2. There's Less ... Fluff
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Don't get us wrong - there are plenty of gems on YouTube. But the problem with a site where more than 70 hours of video are uploaded every minute is that not every hour is going to be something you'd like to watch. Haters may hate, but you'll be hard-pressed to find a 30-second clip of a man dancing in a penguin costume on Vimeo.

3. The Cleaner Layout

Aside from the difference in video genres, Vimeo offers a cleaner aesthetic than YouTube. Videos are larger and there's limited clutter around the frame, so it really feels like the primary focus of the website is on the video, and nothing else.

4. No Advertisements

No distracting banners or 30-second commercials before your video starts - a huge perk for the viewer.

5. Password Protection

Lastly, Vimeo allows you to password-protect your videos, so you can share them with friends before setting them as public. It differs from creating a "private" video on YouTube in that you don't need to be logged into the video's account to view it - you just forward the video to your recipient and make sure they know which password to type in.

Give Vimeo a look for yourself if you haven't done so already. It's free to sign up for a basic membership; Vimeo Plus is $9.95 per month; and Vimeo PRO is $199 per year.

Do you have a preference between the two video streaming services? Or, better yet, do you prefer a different uploading site? Share your thoughts in the comments.
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5 Reasons to Choose Vimeo Instead of YouTube

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I have used Prezi a lot to present information in an interesting way. Prezi enabled me to put text, videos and images in the presentation which was very useful, as I could include real examples and do not only describe them. I have used Prezi during my research and evaluation stages.

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Prezi is a great presentation tool for spicing up the mundane PowerPoint that you've been using for the past 10 years. It allows for new kinds of visualizations and opportunities to link imagery to motion, which in turn creates a deeper understanding and retention duration.

With any technology, there are advantages and disadvantages that exist. Take a look at some of the ones I have come up with and then from there, you can weigh out the pros and cons to decide if Prezi is something worth adding to your classroom cannon.

Advantages:
1. Breaks the Mold
Prezi is not your typical slide-based presentation tool. You start with a blank canvas and can add and manipulate content anywhere on the page. There is no such thing as a linear, slide-by-slide display method (unless you design it that way, of course). Break the mold and present in unique ways. It even lets you import your existing PowerPoint presentations for conversion!
2. It's Free and Web-Based
Prezi is completely free. Compared to PowerPoint, which is both a paid application and not accessible everywhere, Prezi provides access from any web-enabled computer. This is great for students who may not have the Office suite on their home computers. Students and staff can easily create Free accounts on Prezi using their Facebook accounts as well.

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3. Link Text and Images to Movement
One of my favorite aspects of Prezi (assuming it is used correctly) is the ability to have movement actually become part of the presentation. For instance, if you are talking about 'Imagery,' you can have Prezi zoom in (past the word Imagery) and display examples of the imagery you are discussing. The movement relates to the terms and examples, creating a visual link for the students.
4. Appropriate for All Ages
The web-based software is designed with all ages in mind. The simple icon-based design tools ensures that any age group will be successful in creating and presenting new creations. I have always been a proponent of teaching young kids how to use new technology - and Prezi certainly makes that easier with their simple design interface.
5. Shows Students You're "Up-to-date" with Technology
It sounds so simple (and somewhat deflating) but your students really do pay attention to the teaching tools you use. By staying current with new technology, more often than not your students will appreciate the change of pace from the tools they are seeing used in all their other classes (and what they've seen for the past few years of their schooling). Take a chance and try something new - if it fails miserably (which it won't) they will appreciate you for trying something that breaks the mold.

Disadvantages
1. Can Cause Motion Sickness
Yes, you read it correctly. A few complaints I've gotten about Prezi is that it makes some people feel a little dizzy. This is totally avoidable if you know what you're doing when designing your presentation, though. Consider your transitions and make sure that you aren't constantly moving from one corner of the presentation board to the other (thus generating expansive fly-overs). Making simple moves from one screen area to the next will eliminate the nauseating effects of cross-screen movement.
2. More of a Learning Curve
I hesitated including this in the list for the reason that I don't agree with not doing something because you have to learn how to do it. I think that is part of growing as an individual and as an educator. As with anything new, there is a learning curve and in the event that you may not have the time to learn the tool yourself and then teach it to your students, you may want to pass on Prezi. In this situation, you could easily include Prezi as an option among presentation tools. This gives students the option to teach themselves but does not require them to learn something new to complete their assignment.
3. Web-Based
I know I included this as an advantage, but there are certain circumstances where it can be a disadvantage as well. If you have limited wireless internet access, or if your internet connection at your building is unreliable, a web-based tool may become more of a hassle than its worth. One nice thing that Prezi allows is exporting of your completed presentation, making it viewable offline. This is recommended for anyone relying on the Prezi for class or a presentation as it can be used as a backup should your internet fail.

Overall, Prezi is a great tool that many would find very useful in the classroom. Have any advantages or disadvantages that weren't shared above? Please share them in the comments below!

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Prezi is a great presentation tool for spicing up the mundane PowerPoint that you've been using for the past 10 years. It allows for new kinds of visualizations and opportunities to link imagery to motion, which in turn creates a deeper understanding and retention duration. With any technology, there are advantages and disadvantages that exist.