Y10 MYP Film Core

Criterion B Task 2
Film that Funky Music
Name __________________________________ Due date_________________________

Task Description
Students will create a music video to either an original or pre-existing piece of music. This task requires you to
prepare and present, in groups, a music video filmed on location. The music video must be based on ONE of the
themes studied as part of this unit’s AOI. You must also address the key concepts previously addressed in class, in
particular the use of film language. Students will be marked individually based on their contribution to the task.
The grade is a culmination of their involvement throughout the entire production process from planning to
shooting, editing and reflecting.

Criterion B : Application (Maximum 10)

Students are expected to demonstrate the ability to show knowledge and understanding of the concepts previously studied in class. Assessment
will be based on how well their film applies :

- Knowledge and understanding of the characteristics of the music video;

- Knowledge and understanding of how film language is used to express ideas;
- Knowledge and understanding of the chosen theme and creativity in its application;
- Thorough and effective planning and time management;
- Creativity and resourcefulness in filming on location;
An ability to work well alone and as part of a team
Level of Task Specific Descriptor
Achievement
0 The student does not reach a standard described by any of the descriptors given below
- The student has little or no understanding of music videos;
1-2 - The student shows little or no understanding of how to use film language to express ideas;
- The student shows little or no understanding of the chosen theme;
- The student shows poor planning and time management and shows no contribution in the group’s organisation;
- The student plays a superficial role in the task.
- The student shows a basic understanding of music videos but has difficulty applying this knowledge to their film;
3-4 - The student understands how film language can be used in storytelling but has difficulty understanding which
technique to use, even with support;
- The student shows a basic understanding of the chosen theme but has difficulty translating this to screen.
- The student shows an ineffective understanding of planning and time management;
- The student plays a minor role in the task.
- The student shows a good general understanding of music videos but has difficulty applying them effectively;
5-6 - The student understands how film language can be used in storytelling and can apply the various techniques effectively
in obvious situations;
- The student shows a good understanding of the chosen theme but has difficulty translating this creatively to screen.
- The student shows a moderate understanding of planning and time management;
The student plays an active role in the task.
- The student shows a thorough understanding of music video characteristics and can apply them effectively;
7-8 - The student shows a thorough understanding of how film language can be used in storytelling and can apply the
various techniques effectively in a variety of situations;
- The student shows a very good understanding of the chosen theme and shows creativity in translating this to screen.
- The student shows a very good understanding of planning and time management;
- The student plays a committed role in the task.
- The student shows a consistent and outstanding understanding of music video characteristics and can apply them
9-10 almost faultlessly;
- The student shows a consistent and outstanding understanding of how film language can be used in storytelling and
can apply the various techniques almost faultlessly in a wide variety of situations;
- The student shows an excellent understanding of the chosen theme and is consistently creative in translating this to
screen.
- The student shows an excellent understanding of planning and time management;
- The student plays a vital role in the task.

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