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YouTube Casting for Young Creators


 Introduces YouTube casting to build content creation and digital communication skills.

 Description : This class introduces YouTube casting for young creators, teaching students how to produce, edit, and publish digital content to share their coding projects with an online audience.

Category : Coding & Engineering
Age : 8+
Difficulty Level : Normal

 Curriculum :
          Module 1: YouTube Casting Basics

Section 1: What is YouTube Casting?  
- Lesson 1: Introduction to YouTube Casting  
  - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: Introduction to YouTube Casting  
- Lesson 2: The Role of a Young Creator  
  - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: The Role of a Young Creator  

Section 2: Understanding Digital Storytelling  
- Lesson 1: Elements of a Good Story  
  - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Elements of a Good Story  
- Lesson 2: How Stories Engage an Audience  
  - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: How Stories Engage an Audience  

Section 3: YouTube as a Platform  
- Lesson 1: History and Growth of YouTube  
  - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: History and Growth of YouTube  
- Lesson 2: Exploring Successful Channels  
  - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Exploring Successful Channels  

Section 4: Basic Equipment Overview  
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Cameras and Recording Devices  
  - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Introduction to Cameras and Recording Devices  
- Lesson 2: The Importance of Lighting and Sound  
  - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: The Importance of Lighting and Sound  

Section 5: Planning Your First Video  
- Lesson 1: Brainstorming Ideas for Your Content  
  - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Brainstorming Ideas for Your Content  
- Lesson 2: Creating a Simple Script  
  - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Creating a Simple Script  


Module 2: Setting Up Your Workspace and Tools

Section 1: Organizing Your Workspace  
- Lesson 1: Choosing a Creative Space  
  - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Choosing a Creative Space  
- Lesson 2: Keeping an Organized Studio  
  - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Keeping an Organized Studio  

Section 2: Basic Tools for Filming  
- Lesson 1: Overview of a Basic Camera Setup  
  - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Overview of a Basic Camera Setup  
- Lesson 2: Using Accessories Like Tripods and Microphones  
  - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Using Accessories Like Tripods and Microphones  

Section 3: Introduction to Video Editing Software  
- Lesson 1: Finding Kid-Friendly Software  
  - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Finding Kid-Friendly Software  
- Lesson 2: Installing and Setting Up the Software  
  - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Installing and Setting Up the Software  

Section 4: Creating a Safe Digital Environment  
- Lesson 1: Staying Safe Online  
  - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Staying Safe Online  
- Lesson 2: Managing Digital Footprints  
  - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Managing Digital Footprints  

Section 5: Basics of Project Planning  
- Lesson 1: Outlining Your Video Project  
  - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Outlining Your Video Project  
- Lesson 2: Setting Goals for Your Channel  
  - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Setting Goals for Your Channel  


Module 3: Shooting and Capturing Your Content

Section 1: Introduction to Filming  
- Lesson 1: Knowing Your Camera Settings  
  - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Knowing Your Camera Settings  
- Lesson 2: Framing and Composition Basics  
  - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Framing and Composition Basics  

Section 2: Lighting Techniques  
- Lesson 1: Using Natural Light Effectively  
  - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Using Natural Light Effectively  
- Lesson 2: Simple Indoor Lighting Setups  
  - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Simple Indoor Lighting Setups  

Section 3: Recording Clear Audio  
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Microphones  
  - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Introduction to Microphones  
- Lesson 2: Tips for Clear and Crisp Sound  
  - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Tips for Clear and Crisp Sound  

Section 4: Filming Techniques and Angles  
- Lesson 1: Basic Camera Movements  
  - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Basic Camera Movements  
- Lesson 2: Experimenting with Angles  
  - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Experimenting with Angles  

Section 5: Recording Your Coding Projects  
- Lesson 1: Capturing Your Coding Screen and Projects  
  - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Capturing Your Coding Screen and Projects  
- Lesson 2: Combining Live Footage with Screen Recordings  
  - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Combining Live Footage with Screen Recordings  


Module 4: Basic Video Editing and Sound

Section 1: Introduction to Editing  
- Lesson 1: Understanding the Video Editing Interface  
  - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Understanding the Video Editing Interface  
- Lesson 2: Importing Your Footage  
  - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Importing Your Footage  

Section 2: Cutting and Arranging Clips  
- Lesson 1: The Art of Trimming Clips  
  - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: The Art of Trimming Clips  
- Lesson 2: Arranging Clips into a Story  
  - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Arranging Clips into a Story  

Section 3: Adding Transitions and Effects  
- Lesson 1: Basic Transitions Between Clips  
  - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Basic Transitions Between Clips  
- Lesson 2: Using Simple Visual Effects  
  - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Using Simple Visual Effects  

Section 4: Editing Audio for Your Video  
- Lesson 1: Adjusting Audio Levels  
  - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Adjusting Audio Levels  
- Lesson 2: Adding Background Music and Sound Effects  
  - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Adding Background Music and Sound Effects  

Section 5: Finalizing Your Edit  
- Lesson 1: Reviewing and Fine-Tuning Your Video  
  - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Reviewing and Fine-Tuning Your Video  
- Lesson 2: Exporting Your Finished Video  
  - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Exporting Your Finished Video  


Module 5: Publishing and Sharing Your Content

Section 1: Preparing to Publish  
- Lesson 1: Creating an Engaging Video Title and Description  
  - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Creating an Engaging Video Title and Description  
- Lesson 2: Designing a Simple Thumbnail  
  - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Designing a Simple Thumbnail  

Section 2: Uploading Your Video  
- Lesson 1: Step-by-Step Guide to Uploading on YouTube  
  - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Step-by-Step Guide to Uploading on YouTube  
- Lesson 2: Choosing the Right Privacy Settings  
  - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Choosing the Right Privacy Settings  

Section 3: Promoting Your Channel  
- Lesson 1: Tips for Sharing Your Video with Friends and Family  
  - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Tips for Sharing Your Video with Friends and Family  
- Lesson 2: Introduction to Social Media Promotion  
  - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Introduction to Social Media Promotion  

Section 4: Understanding Viewer Engagement  
- Lesson 1: Reading Comments and Feedback  
  - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Reading Comments and Feedback  
- Lesson 2: Using Viewer Feedback to Improve Your Content  
  - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Using Viewer Feedback to Improve Your Content  

Section 5: Celebrating Your Success and Planning Next Steps  
- Lesson 1: Reflecting on Your First Video Project  
  - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Reflecting on Your First Video Project  
- Lesson 2: Setting Goals for Future Videos  
  - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Setting Goals for Future Videos