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construction of meaning
in film
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This DVD shows how sound and vision
construct meaning and tell a
film’s story. It features behind­the­scenes
footage of Jennifer Ussi’s award­winning
short film The Unique Oneness of Christian
Savage.
dVd / 21 min / 2000 / #29AX2578 - $149
Understanding movies:
A companion
In this DVD, Don Murphy discusses the role
of a producer in the filmmaking process and
considers the future of independent film. He
covers such topics as finding an original film
idea, pitching to a studio, financing, finding
and working with a director, choosing actors,
collaborating, and the need to compromise.
dVd / 80 min / 1993 / #29AX4096 - $179
the Vocabulary of film and tV
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This entertaining DVD teaches basic
movie vocabulary. It explores film styles
and demonstrates principles of camera placement,
mise­en­scène, lighting, sound, shot size,
and editing. The program also explains how
film language is manipulated to tell a story. c
dVd / 27 min / 2004 / #29AX4271 - $129
A movie lover’s guide to
film language:
classic scenes from
timeless films
This program features five lessons that cover
the major elements of cinematic language:
lighting, camera, mise­en­scène, sound, and
editing. It offers illustrative excerpts from films
with explanatory commentary.
dVd / 45 min / 2004 / #29AX2807 - $159
force:
magnitude and direction
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This program examines the
science behind movie stunts and
such cinematic effects as gunfire and
fake blood. It also explains the roles of
magnitude, direction, and speed in
action movies.
dVd / 23 min / 2006 / #29AX5058 - $99
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How to make your movie:
An interactive film school
(CD-roM)
This CD­ROM helps users master such elements
of filmmaking as researching, writing the script,
scouting a location, casting, using film equipment,
editing, lighting the set, composing images,
and designing audio.
mac|win cd-rom / 2005 / #29AX1125 - $139
the Ultimate filmmaking Kit
Featuring interviews, photographs, and behindthe­scenes
footage, this set teaches’ methods of
producing Hollywood­quality movies on very
small budgets. The set includes the film Time
and Again, which was produced for less than
$2,000, and explores the process of making the
film. It also includes a CD­ROM that covers contracts
and provides footage for editing practice.
5 dVd / 8 hours total / 2007 / #29AX3823 - $299
uN d e r S t a N d iN g Mo v i eS : a co M P a N i oN
creating an effective
television story
This program discusses the process of producing
stories for news, documentary, and corporate
genres. It outlines effective techniques for
simplifying each step in the process.
dVd / 20 min / 2004 / #29AX2740 - $159
creating Action Videos
This program presents techniques that filmmakers
can use to create and improve action
videos. It covers such topics as shooting fight
scenes, gun muzzle flashes, action scene transitions,
set composition, and camera angles and
techniques.
dVd / 28 min / 2009 / #29AX4758 - $99
safety on set
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This program explores safe conduct and
procedures for film and video production
and looks at industry standard safe practices. The
DVD covers such topics as preparation, safety
meetings, equipment, vehicles, lighting, talent,
stunts, outdoor shoots, and working at night.
dVd / 21 min / 2010 / #29AX4986 - $139
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film & Video ProdUction editing
digitAl film ProdUction
digital Video Production
This set teaches how to produce and direct
digital video productions. It covers such topics
as editing, lighting, sound, and directing and
discusses transitions; sequences; add tracks;
slow motion; markers; exporting to DVD, video,
or the Web; and transparency.
3 dVd / 360 min total / 2005 / #29AX3261 - $179
digital movie maker:
guidance from an expert
Offering tips for professional video production,
this DVD teaches shooting, lighting, and
recording skills. It features Bill Cote, who demonstrates
proper equipment operation.
dVd / 58 min / 2005 / #29AX3922 - $159
inside Hdslr filmmaking
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In this DVD, Raymond Schlogel and Douglas
Spotted Eagle present a comprehen­
sive overview of HDSLR film and video production.
The program teaches how to shoot, meter,
use a diopter, and mix footage; examines such
tools and equipment as lenses, monitors, and
firmware; and covers such concepts as white
balance, picture profiles, slow motion, timelapse
video, keying, and .thm files.
dVd / 151 min / 2010 / #29AX5070 - $139
AVcHd training
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In this program, Douglas Spotted Eagle
introduces advanced video codec high
definition (AVCHD) technology. He defines
AVCHD; explains how it works; explores the benefits
of AVCHD; and covers such topics as technical
details, Apple® workflows, Windows® workflows,
color sampling, output, and archiving.
dVd / 78 min / 2009 / #29AX5072 - $119
computer dreams
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This program shows how ingenious
special effects are created. It fea­
tures such examples as Lester Sextone, a
computer­ generated actor with a thousand
expressions, and Captain Power, a
television series that incorporates live action
and digitized robots.
dVd / 58 min / 1988 / #29AX5049 - $179
camera confidence
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digitAl imAging
sPeciAl effects & mAKeUP soUnd & AUdio tecHniqUes finAnciAl issUes
the science of special effects
This program explores the ways in which designers
create special effects for movies and
television shows. It discusses image composition,
virtual movie sets, and the use of computerized
stuntmen. Discovery Enterprises. c
dVd / 30 min / 2006 / #29AX3254 - $119
green screen tips and tricks
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computer Animation magic
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This program offers a complete tutorial on
the use of green screens, presents step­
by­step demonstrations of common green
screen uses, and teaches how to change virtual
backgrounds. It covers such topics as the history
of chroma key, green screen lighting, troubleshooting,
green screen keying tools, green
screen planning, and common green screen
tricks.
dVd / 42 min / 2009 / #29AX4676 - $99
make-Up fX: character
Prosthetics and special effects
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In this DVD, Emmy­winning makeup artist
Bradley Look teaches how to apply foam
appliances, use the Zazzo® Makeup FX Template
series and Character Troupe, and create mixed
medium makeup.
dVd / 40 min / 2010 / #29AX5065 - $149
make-Up fX:
Beauty ensemble and Airbrush
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In this program, Emmy­winning makeup
artist Bradley Look offers step­by­step
guidelines to using FREEHAND® spray and
Makeup FX® stencils. He also teaches beauty
applications and shows how to use Beauty
ensemble.
dVd / 37 min / 2010 / #29AX5066 - $149
This program illustrates the process of building
computer animation sequences, from wire
frame modeling to adding color, lighting, and texture.
It also shows how computer graphics are used in
advertising, news production, business communication,
architectural and product design, education,
medicine, scientific research, real time simulations,
children’s games, and dramatic productions. CINE
Golden Eagle. Houston International Film Festival
Gold Award. U.S. Film Festival Gold Camera Award.
dVd / 58 min / 1986 / #29AX5048 - $179
In this DVD, Douglas Spotted Eagle and Kevin
Hicks teach how to use a camcorder and explain
basic camera features and functions. They cover such
topics as camera settings, frame rates, shutter speeds,
the camera aperture, codecs, resolution, file­based
workflow, methods of operation, tripod and handheld
techniques, shoulder braces and stabilizers, cranes
and dollies, framing and types of shots, shot composition,
the “180” and coverage options, 35mm adapters,
depth of field, and the “film look.”
dVd / 59 min / 2010 / #29AX5071 - $119
Basic shooting
This program teaches the basics of shooting video. It
covers such topics as the key buttons on a camcorder
and their functions, the rules for lighting videos both
indoors and outdoors, getting the best sound from a
microphone, composition rules, and handheld camera
techniques to create smooth and steady shots.
dVd / 30 min / 2002 / #29AX4842 - $89
shooting
This program explores a variety of shooting techniques
and discusses the critical decisions facing directors of
photography and camera operators.
dVd / 27 min / 2001 / #29AX3662 - $119
Basic Video techniques
This program teaches how to pan, tilt, and zoom; use
basic camera angles to create interest; and use long
shots, medium shots, and close­ups.
dVd / 24 min / 1989 / #29AX2854 - $109
film equipment
In this DVD, filmmakers describe different types of
cameras and explore related filmmaking equipment,
including a dolly and Steadicam. The DVD also show
how the various filmmaking tools are used to create
quality productions.
dVd / 27 min / 2001 / #29AX3224 - $119
working with mixed light
In this program, Jason Tomaric teaches techniques for
mixing light sources of various color temperatures. The
DVD introduces basic gel types; shows how to choose
light sources; explains how to work with tungsten,
HMI, and Kino­Flo lights; covers the use of sunlight;
and offers tips for correcting light sources.
dVd / 25 min / 2010 / #29AX4767 - $159
Basics in Audio
Introducing audio techniques, this set covers
microphones, recorders and playback units, CD
players, audio mixers, and mounting devices. It
also examines recording the voice.
2 dVd / 64 min total / 2004 / #29AX2797 - $209
scene Audio
This program teaches how to record and mix
the five key audio tracks in a movie. It features
Jason Tomaric and Mike Farona, who demonstrate
techniques to use with ADR, Foley, ambience,
music, and sound effects.
dVd / 25 min / 2007 / #29AX3911 - $159
field Audio
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This DVD shows how to record high­quality
audio with boom, lavaliere, and wireless
micro phones. It also teaches how to overcome
common challenges videographers face when
recording audio outside of a studio environment.
dVd / 43 min / 2008 / #29AX4556 - $99
location sound for digital Video
This program teaches how to mix and record
quality location sound for digital video cameras,
including 8mm, Mini DV, and DVcam formats.
It covers using and troubleshooting handheld
dynamic, shotgun, lavaliere, and wireless microphones;
boom poles; audio mixers; and multiple
microphone mixing.
dVd / 30 min / 2005 / #29AX3493 - $119
recording location Audio
Featuring Jason Tomaric, this program teaches
how to properly use a microphone boom pole,
determine which microphone to use on set,
and properly configure the camera when recording
audio on set. The DVD also shows how
to manage the noise problems that can ruin a
film’s audio.
dVd / 18 min / 2007 / #29AX3909 - $159
shooting the talking Head
This program covers the essentials of composition,
lighting, perspective, and sound for recording interviews
and making subjects come alive on camera.
dVd / 15 min / 2004 / #29AX2738 - $179
diy Jib and crane (DVD-roM)
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color
This DVD­ROM teaches how to build a camera jib
and crane. It offers pictures and diagrams and
includes clear written guidelines for jib and crane design
and construction.
mac|win dVd-rom / 2009 / #29AX4994 - $99
introduction to lenses
Introducing camera lenses, this program highlights
the differences between prime and zoom lenses, explores
lens speeds and lens types, and teaches how to
choose the best lens for a particular production.
dVd / 20 min / 2010 / #29AX4761 - $159
the secret Power of focal length
This DVD explains how to utilize the capabilities of
focal length to enhance one’s cinematographic storytelling
abilities. It teaches how to create deep and
shallow depths of field, compress or expand distance
in a shot, create the illusion of faster or slower time,
and increase or decrease shot size.
dVd / 33 min / 2010 / #29AX4765 - $159
introduction to color temperatures
This comprehensive program explores the challenges
of working with light sources of difference color temperatures.
It defines color temperature and covers such
topics as types of light, balance color while shooting
film, white balance, and the use tungsten and daylight
film stocks.
dVd / 20 min / 2010 / #29AX4766 - $159
making money making Video
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This program teaches how to be successful
in the video production industry. It
features Kevin Hicks and Brian Balog, who cover
such topics as ways to get established, negotiations,
the budgeting process, intellectual property
rights, pre­production, contracts, locations,
production, equipment, logistics, audio,
post­production, and the crew.
dVd / 65 min / 2008 / #29AX5054 - $119
How to make money with Video
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This program introduces a variety of ways
to earn money as a videographer. It ex­
plores on­demand DVD distribution, wedding
video services, event videography, stock footage,
video contests, and online revenue sharing.
dVd / 33 min / 2009 / #29AX5068 - $99
the Business side of
successful filmmaking:
film financing secrets
Featuring David Heavener, this program
teaches how to obtain funds for a film project.
It breaks down the process of production and
explains how to audition actors, use contracts,
and negotiate with post­production facilities.
The DVD covers such topics as obtaining funds,
determining one’s financial vehicle, advertising
for investors, using distributors as investors,
and cold calling for money.
dVd / 70 min / 2010 / #29AX4857 - $149
Budgeting
This DVD teaches how to create an accurate
budget for a movie. It features professionals who
detail each stage of the budgeting process.
dVd / 23 min / 2008 / #29AX4251 - $159
the Business side of
successful filmmaking:
selling and marketing the movie
Introducing the marketing process, this program
offers a step­by­step plan for marketing one’s
film, explains how to deal with film distributors,
teaches how to become a distributor, and discusses
contracts. The DVD covers such topics as
the sell sheet, creation of a trailer, the distribution
process, the distribution agreement, types of
deals, self­distribution, selling a movie at a market,
and the future of filmmaking and distribution.
dVd / 57 min / 2010 / #29AX4858 - $149
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editing (DVD-roM)
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Featuring written guidelines with accompanying
diagrams and pictures, this
DVD­ROM offers expert tutorials that teach classic
editing techniques. It covers such topics as
editing fast­paced chase scenes, making natural
scene change transitions, day for night shooting
and editing, and creating music loops. The DVD­
ROM also includes tips on chroma key editing;
DVD motion menus and audio compression; and
using Adobe Audition,® After Effects,® Ultra,®
Photoshop,® and Premiere Pro® software.
mac|win dVd-rom / 2009 / #29AX4993 - $99
Video Principles and Practices:
editing Aesthetics
Geared toward the novice editor, this program
teaches technical and aesthetic aspects of video
production and postproduction. It shows how
to identify and avoid jump cuts, maintain motion
continuity, and use transitions effectively.
dVd / 16 min / 2008 / #29AX4639 - $149
Basics of editing
Examining basic linear editing concepts, this
program teaches how to create a story, avoid
jump cuts, and edit.
dVd / 28 min / 2004 / #29AX2803 - $149
editing: concepts of editing
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Examining the concepts and psychology
of editing, this DVD teaches how to choose
the correct shot, explains how to determine
what to cut and what to keep, and shows how
to organize the shots.
dVd / 20 min / 2009 / #29AX4489 - $159
the Hold Up
Featuring Roger Ebert, this DVD explains such
basic editing techniques as matching action,
parallel editing, and continuity. It examines
the effects of camera angles, point of view, and
reaction shots and features two edited versions
that illustrate widely differing approaches. Produced
in 2004.
editing exercise / dVd / 20 min / #29AX2794 - $179
Unedited rushes / dVd / 17 min / #29AX2795 - $179
editing:
shoot and edit an Action scene
Featuring Emmy Award­winning director Jason
Tomaric, this program shows how to shoot an action
or non­dialogue based scene. It also teaches
how to cut a fluid and seamless action sequence.
dVd / 20 min / 2009 / #29AX4487 - $159
shoot and edit
a dialogue scene
This program shows how to effectively shoot,
edit, and mix the audio for a dialogue scene
and explains how to avoid common problems.
The DVD features Emmy Award­winning director
Jason Tomaric, who teaches how to produce
a seamless dialogue scene.
dVd / 15 min / 2009 / #29AX4524 - $159
introduction to Video editing:
the Art of titles and graphics
This program emphasizes the importance of
graphics and titles to a video’s production. It
discusses fonts, backgrounds, splash screens,
opening titles, lower thirds, and bugs and examines
credit rolls and crawls.
dVd / 30 min / 2004 / #29AX3937 - $99
cinemAtogrAPHy BAsic design
Understanding lighting for
Video, film, and Photography
This DVD examines the importance of light in the production
of quality images in any medium. It includes
tips for using natural light, existing interior light,
standard lighting fixtures, and professional lighting
equipment.
dVd / 20 min / 2004 / #29AX2773 - $179
light ‘em Up
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Emphasizing the importance of lighting to all
visual projects, this program introduces
lighting and looks at basic lighting kits and accessories.
It explains standard one, two, and three
light concepts and demonstrates real­world
lighting techniques and applications.
dVd / 63 min / 2010 / #29AX5055 - $119
Basics in lighting
Created for introductory and intermediate film students,
this set examines the properties of light and
teaches how to avoid potential lighting problems.
It also explores lighting instruments and looks at
lighting techniques.
2 dVd / 36 min total / 2004 / #29AX2801 - $209
Video lighting tips
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This program teaches advanced tricks for working
with light and shadow in video production, of­
fers inexpensive lighting solutions for creating mood
lighting, and provides tips for working with green
screens.
dVd / 29 min / 2008 / #29AX4678 - $99
Key light techniques
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This program explains the important role of the
key light in lighting for film. It emphasizes the
importance of shape to lighting and shows how the
key light highlights the actor. The DVD features Jason
Tomaric, who demonstrates a variety of key lighting
techniques used in Hollywood movies.
dVd / 20 min / 2010 / #29AX4941 - $159
Advanced lighting techniques
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In this program, Emmy Award­winning cinematographers
describe and demonstrate several
lighting techniques used in Hollywood films. They
present advanced lighting techniques.
dVd / 20 min / 2010 / #29AX4942 - $159
ligHting
lighting faces
This DVD provides a comprehensive tutorial on the art
of lighting people. It teaches how to control size, distance,
and position of a light source; covers contrasts
and control ratios; and shows how to use hard and soft
light. The program also presents simple techniques for
lighting different skin tones.
dVd / 45 min / 2005 / #29AX4860 - $139
lighting interviews
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This program explores lighting considerations
for interviews. It examines such interview types
as single­camera news, location set­ups, and multicamera
studio program. The DVD teaches how to enhance
ENG lighting, looks at HMI lighting, and shows
how to create a high­quality appearance in studio
interviews.
dVd / 40 min / 2005 / #29AX5035 - $139
lighting Backgrounds
This program teaches how to light backgrounds. It
provides detailed lighting diagrams and outlines the
tools and techniques used to light interior and exterior
locations and studio sets.
dVd / 45 min / 2005 / #29AX4862 - $139
reducing light
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This program teaches light reduction techniques.
It introduces such tools as scrims, nets, and flags
and shows how to employ each device to create the
desired lighting effects.
dVd / 20 min / 2011 / #29AX5045 - $159
softening light
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This program shows how to soften light using
such tools and techniques as silks, bounces, re­
flectors, and fabric diffusion.
dVd / 25 min / 2011 / #29AX5046 - $159
shaping light
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This program introduces the tools and techniques
needed to craft natural­looking light. It
offers guidelines for lighting in the studio or on
location.
dVd / 17 min / 2011 / #29AX5047 - $159
editing:
footage management and
workflow
In this DVD, Hollywood television and film
editors present techniques for managing footage
before starting the editing process. They
also discuss maintaining on­set logs and organizing
files using editing software.
dVd / 20 min / 2009 / #29AX4485 - $159
th e ho l d uP
elements of design and
Principles of design
This program examines seven design elements: value,
color, form, shape, line, space, and texture. It shows
how these elements are combined to create contrast,
rhythm, unity, emphasis, patterns, movement, and
balance. c
dVd / 60 min / 1996 / #29AX3240 - $109
design:
Understanding the elements
Featuring John Roach from Parsons School of Design,
this program examines the elements of design. It discusses
line, shape, texture, and size and looks at such
color concepts as value; hue; and complementary,
analogous, triadic, additive, subtractive, and primary
colors. The DVD offers design examples from various
disciples. c
dVd / 20 min / 2007 / #29AX3813 - $199
design: the elements
This program discusses the nature of the design process
and explains such elements of design as color,
line, shape, form, pattern, and texture. It demonstrates
applications of each design element.
dVd / 20 min / 2010 / #29AX3046 - $129
introduction to design: elements
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Featuring a professional designer and a student,
this program highlights the seven basic elements
of design. It explores line, shape, form, color, value,
texture, and space and teaches how to recognize the
elements of design and utilize design elements in personal
creations.
dVd / 24 min / 2001 / #29AX2032 - $99
experimentation:
types of designs and
interpretation of data (Po w e r Po i n t)
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smithee’s lecture:
A digital editing exercise
for film and Video
This set enables users to edit a complex story.
It covers such skills as split editing, logging,
compositing, managing media, sound mixing,
parallel editing, montage editing, continuity
editing, and synching audio.
2 dVd / 175 min total / 2003 / #29AX2252 - $299
creative editing techniques for
nonlinear editing
This DVD demonstrates a variety of editing
techniques that work with any nonlinear program.
It covers layering, motion, text, effects,
and razor tools.
dVd / 30 min / 2005 / #29AX2855 - $179
Explaining what a true experiment is, this presentation
discusses the concept of variables and looks
at independent, dependent, conceptual, and operational
variables. It lists factors to consider when designing
an experiment; looks at the benefits and drawbacks of
one­way, two­groups, and multiple groups designs; and
covers factorial designs and notation, within­ subjects
designs, and mixed­model designs. The presentation
also considers main effects and interaction.
Po w e r Po i n t mac|win / 2011 / #29AX4979 - $189
tHe editing Process
the rough cut
After a film has been assembled, the process of
revising the edit begins to refine the story and
characters. This DVD teaches how to schedule
reshoots and work with test audiences. It features
Hollywood editors who present their individual
techniques.
dVd / 20 min / 2009 / #29AX4526 - $159
the Assembly cut
In this program, working Hollywood editors
teach the skills necessary to build an effective
assembly cut. The DVD covers such topics as
the role of the director in the assembly phase
of editing, the editor’s objectives, and the isolation
and correction of errors.
dVd / 27 min / 2009 / #29AX4523 - $159
softwAre tUtoriAls
Absolute training for
final cut studio:
getting started with fcP
In this DVD, certified Apple trainer Richard
Harrington explores the basic and intermediate
features of Final Cut Pro. He covers such topics
as advanced preferences and backup, color
correction, sending to Soundtrack Pro, effects,
exporting, and creating a Web clip.
dVd / 90 min / 2006 / #29AX3804 - $119
Absolute training for
final cut studio:
going deeper with fcP
This program explores the intermediate to advanced
features of Apple’s Final Cut Pro. It teaches
how to set preferences, log and capture, create
sequences, mix aspect ratios, import graphics,
use multiple tracks, and export to tape.
dVd / 90 min / 2006 / #29AX3805 - $119
After effects® (DVD-roM)
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reseArcH
Featuring step­by­step tutorials, this DVD­
ROM set introduces Adobe After Effects.® It
teaches how to set a building on fire using software,
execute smooth movements to bring fluidness
to still images, and improve simple photo
slideshows. The DVD­ROM set also shows how
to fix errors, change virtual sets, make an actor
“fly,” employ gun flashes in shooting scenes, and
create futuristic sword fights.
2 mac|win dVd-rom / 2009 / #29AX4995 - $99
design:
Understanding the Principles
Outlining the elements of design, this DVD teaches
how to combine them to achieve such design principles
as unity, dominance, contrast, and rhythm. The
program features professor John Roach and students
from Parsons School of Design and offers illustrative
examples. c
dVd / 20 min / 2007 / #29AX3814 - $199
introduction to design: Principles
Examining balance, movement, emphasis, contrast, pattern,
rhythm, and unity, this program discusses the seven
principles of design. It teaches how to incorporate each
principle into artwork and design projects.
dVd / 24 min / 2001 / #29AX2033 - $99
composition
Explaining that good composition influences the ways
in which viewers read and interpret paintings, this program
teaches how design elements are arranged for
beauty and effectiveness. It also shows how to apply
such compositional principles as variety, balance, and
unity to a painting.
dVd / 24 min / 2001 / #29AX4866 - $109
design: All About color
Tracing the history of color and the development of
color theories, this program considers color’s ability to
create emotion and influence mood and emphasizes
that color is a powerful tool in design. It introduces
the color system of hue, value, and chroma; looks at
the color wheel; examines warm and cool colors; and
discusses color schemes.
dVd / 20 min / 2010 / #29AX4859 - $129
measurement methods:
reliability and Validity of
Participants’ responses (Po w e r Po i n t)
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Offering thought­provoking questions, this presentation
examines methods of measurement used in re­
search. It differentiates among nominal, ordinal, interval,
and ratio measurement scales and considers when to use
latent versus manifest variables in a study. The presentation
explains different types of validity, including face, construct,
convergent, discriminant, and predictive validity, and looks
at the concept of reliability, focusing on inter­rater, internal
consistency, test­retest, and inter­method reliability.
Po w e r Po i n t mac|win / 2011 / #29AX4980 - $189