Wednesday, March 14, 2018

[Challenge] [500 Points] Tutorial Video

Directions

For this challenge you will create a tutorial video. This video should show someone how to complete a task that you can perform well. For example, you might make a video on how to do your make-up, cook an egg, play an instrument, or do a kick-flip. No stupid Internet challenge videos like the cinnamon challenge, Tide Pod challenge, etc. are allowed for this project.

Content Rubric

  1. Video is at least 5 minutes but no more than 30 minutes in length.
  2. Video includes a title screen.
  3. Video includes at least three transitions.
  4. Video includes a credits screen.
  5. Verbal instructions are spoken loudly and clearly.
  6. USE ONLY YOUR FIRST NAME AND NO OTHER IDENTIFYING INFORMATION IN THE VIDEO.

Process Rubric

  1. File name is lastname_firstname_tutorial_challenge
  2. File format should be .mp4
  3. Submit file through OneDrive file sharing. It will be too large to upload to Focus. Must submit video by 05/21/2018 for credit.
This challenge is worth 500 points.

Software

The following programs are available in class to use for this project. They are ranked in order of ease-of-use. The easier the program the lower quality your final product will be in most cases. The additional features found in the more challenging programs will allow you to create a better video.

  1. Windows Movie Maker
  2. OpenShot
  3. Adobe Premiere Pro
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Monday, March 12, 2018

[Let's Play] Turn-Based Strategy: Heroes of Might and Magic III

Source Image: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heroes_of_Might_and_Magic_III#/media/File:Homm3boxart.jpg

Background

Gaming and game design is one of the most important standards for ICT-3. Designing high quality games requires that you play games too! For this assignment, students will explore a class turn-based strategy game: Heroes of Might and Magic III.

Heroes of Might and Magic III, also known as Heroes 3, is a classic example of turn-based strategy games. It is the third game in a successful franchise of turn-based strategy games. In this game, you will control a number of fantasy heroes such as wizards, barbarians, and necromancers. You will explore the map looking for resources and treasure. Each turn, you can upgrade your settlements and recruit troops for your armies.

Source: Heroes of Might and Magic III via Wikipedia.

Pre-Play Questions [5 Points]

Please answer the following questions in your journal. Label this assignment "Pre-Play: Heroes of Might and Magic III". Write in complete sentences.

  1. What are some of the features of turn-based strategy games?
  2. Identify and describe one tip for each of the following:
    • Early Game
    • Mid Game
    • Late Game
  3. Compare and contrast turn-based strategy games with real-time strategy games.
  4. Do you think you will enjoy this type of game? Why or why not?

Helpful Links

  1. Turn-based Strategy.
  2. Best Turn-based Strategy Games of All Time.
  3. Heroes 3 Strategy Tips.

Playing the Game

Students will first start with a tutorial campaign. This will teach you the basics of exploring the map, building settlements, recruting armies, and fighting battles. Time permitting, students will also play a multiplayer game as well.

Post-Play Questions [3 Points]

  1. Did you enjoy the game? Why or why not?
  2. Was the game easy to play? Did the controls make sense? Did you understand the point of the game?
  3. What features stood out, good or bad, such as graphics, multiplayer experience, sound, or the challenge?
  4. Would you want to play this game again? Why or why not?
  5. Do you think the content of this game was appropriate for your age group? Why or why not?

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