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Computer
Education 2
Grade 8 – Special Science Program
Quarter 3 Module 1
Basic Video Editing with Wondershare
Filmora
Computer Education 2 – Grade 8 (Special Science Program)
Alternative Delivery Mode
Module Writer: Larry S. Calivo
Quarter 3 – Module 2, Basic Video Editing using Filmora
First Edition, 2021

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Reminders in using this module:

1. Use the module with care. Do not put unnecessary mark/s on any part of the module.
Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the exercises.
2. Don’t forget to answer What I Know before moving on to the other activities included
in the module.
3. Read the instruction carefully before doing each task.
4. Observe honesty and integrity in doing the tasks and checking your answers.
5. Finish the task at hand before proceeding to the next.
6. If you encounter any difficulty in answering the tasks in this module, do not hesitate
to consult your teacher or facilitator. Always bear in mind that you are not alone. We
hope that through this material, you will experience meaningful learning and gain a
deep understanding of the relevant competencies. You can do it!

What I Need to Know

This module was designed and written with you in mind. It is here to help you master
basic photo editing using Adobe Photoshop.
The module consists of one (1) lesson, namely:
• Lesson 1 – Getting Started with Adobe Photoshop
After going through this module, you are expected to:
1. Identify the parts of the Adobe Photoshop work environment
2. Describe the different procedures in using the tools panel
3. Discuss the procedure in formatting a text and shapes
4. Apply colors to text and shapes
5. Create, view, and format layers
6. Discuss the proper procedure on how to save files

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 Lesson 1 Getting Started with Video Editing
Today's world is media-driven. People are bombarded with visual simulations
everywhere. Switch on the TV, view a movie, browse the Internet, scan billboards and
information outlets at the malls or railway stations.
Mostly, you may have seen entertaining and informative movies or videos in
cinema, television, YouTube channels, etc. Do you ever wonder how this happen or
how do they make these videos?
Videos are an integral part of ICT. It is because of its usefulness in many fields
such as in education, advertising, and entertainment. Thus, learning how to edit
videos is a big plus factor for students and workers. In this module, you will learn one
simple but powerful application that you can use to produce or edit a video.

What’s In

Activity 1. Video conceptualization

Directions: Before one creates a video, planning and conceptualization is necessary.
In this activity, you will be required to fill out the table below. Do this on a sheet of
paper. In the last part of this module, you will be required to produce your video so
consider this as part 1 of that activity.
Questions Answers
What kind of video would you like to
create?
Why would you like to create a video like
it?
Describe the video you want to create.

What’s New

What is Video?
Video is a sequence of images with background music that forms a moving picture.

What are the different applications that you can use in making a video?
The different applications that you can use in making a video are Free Windows
in-built Movie Maker-Windows Movie Maker &Windows Photos APP, Avidemux,
OpenShot, VSDC Video Editor, and Wondershare Filmora.

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 What is It

What is Video Editing?

Filmmaking can be a little messy but video editing is a straightforward path. It
is a methodical process and one of the most important stages of filmmaking. After
going through the rough and stormy process of filmmaking, which involves – shooting
schedules, scriptwriting & spontaneous changes, video editing is the stage where one
could sit with undistributed attention.

However, how to do video editing in itself is a very complex process. It definitely

is a one-place job but it surely is not as easy as it seems. Video editing is a hard
structure of combined stages that are accomplished by following a set of practical
practices. Here, we are going to break down the process of video editing into specific
stages to maintain an efficient workflow.
Video editing is the process of manipulating and rearranging video shots to
create a new work. In the film industry editing is considered part of the post-
production process–that is it is a process taking place after production, or the
filming/collection of imagery. Other tasks included in post-production are color
correction (adding a mood to the film using color, contrast, etc.), and sound mixing
(this occurs after audio has been recorded).
Video editing is both an artistic and technical process. In this process video
material (footage) is collected, compiled and changed from its original form to create a
new version. The artistic process consists of choosing which parts to keep, delete, or
combine from various sources. This ensures that the parts are organized, logical, and
visually pleasing.

There are many reasons to edit a video depending on the outcome. A few
reasons are to remove unwanted footage; choose the best footage; create a flow; add
effects, graphics, music, alter the style, pace or mood.
Many people use the term editing to describe all their post-production work,
especially in nonprofessional situations. In this unit we are reasonably liberal with
our terminology, and we use the word editing to mean any of the following:
• Rearranging, adding and/or removing sections of video clips
and/or audio clips.
• Applying a colour correction, filters and other enhancements.
• Creating transitions between clips.
What are the Goals of Video editing
There are many reasons to edit a video. Your editing approach will depend on
the desired outcome. Before you begin you must clearly define your editing goals,
which could include any of the following:
• Remove Unwanted Footage. This is the simplest and most common
task in editing. Many videos can be dramatically improved by simply
getting rid of the flawed clips or unwanted shots.
• Choose the Best Footage. It is common to shoot more footage than you
actually need and choose only the best material for the final edit. Often
you will shoot several versions (takes) of a shot and choose the best one
while editing.

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 • Create a Flow. Most videos are prepared to serve a purpose, such as
telling a story or providing information. Editing is a crucial step in
ensuring that the video flows in a way which achieves the goal.
• Add Special Effects, Graphics, Music, etc. This is often the "wow" part
of editing. You can improve most videos (have a lot of fun) by adding
extra elements like special effects, graphics/animations, suitable music
etc. Alter the Style, Pace or Mood of the Video A competent editor will be
able to create subtle mood prompts in a video. Techniques such as mood
music and visual effects can influence the target audience.
• Give the Video a Particular "Angle". Video can be tailored to support
a particular viewpoint to impart the message or serve an agenda.

The purpose of editing is to ensure that your ideas are presented to your reader
as clearly as possible. Proofreading focuses on checking for accuracy in smaller details
of your work. It is a part of the overall editing process and is best done as the final
stage of editing.

Essential phases of Video Editing

1. Planning your video. We regularly speak about the importance of proper

planning This is especially true for video-based course content. Good planning
sets out the learning objective each video is going to fulfill, and how it’s going
to achieve it. This include the question: “What is the purpose of the video you
are going to make?”

When planning your video, you can follow these simple steps:
a. Write a script: Depending on the style and content of your video you may
want to take some time to write a script. Even if you don’t stick 100% to it,
it will gather your thoughts so that you are coherent and succinct with your
points. And you’ll save time when it comes to filming. This helps to keep
your audience engaged. It’s very difficult to edit out rambling! A great video
is like a well-planned bank robbery – get in, get the most amount of value,
and get out. Each video should start off with a statement of intent followed
by a reason why it’s beneficial for your learner to watch it: “This short video
explains the new fire safety procedures so you’ll be prepared in case of an
emergency”.
b. Storyboard: A storyboard is a way to map out and structure your video
content in a comic strip style. It helps you to visualize the basic steps or
scenes of the video without putting in too much effort.

Figure 1. Storyboard

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 c. Collect content/media: The biggest stumbling block with editing is not
having enough raw materials to work with. Make sure you have enough
images, video, and audio so that you don’t have to create extra later. An
important step here is to collect some B-Roll. This is footage that can be
used to add variation. From a pragmatic point of view, B-Roll makes life
easier during the editing stage!

2. Editing software options. There are quite a few video editing software options on
the market. And the right one for you depends on the depth of your requirements and
your budget. If you need to simply trim some fat from a video you can easily get away
with using ‘free’ tools, like Quicktime or Movie Maker.

3. Rough cut: Always create a basic rough cut first. It will highlight any unforeseen
issues. A rough cut is where you put all of your media in place without spending too
much time fine-tuning it. It gets you close to where you need to be while giving you an
indication of what you need to change.
4. Basic editing techniques. Once you’re happy with the rough sequence, start on the
details. Trim down your clips to exactly what you want and choose good, consistent
transitions between clips. Most transitions should be straight cuts, and fades or dissolves
to move between scenes or segments. Too many flashy transitions can distract your
audience, so use them sparingly. When you’ve got the flow exactly how you want it, add
effects, titles, music, and other details. Remember, all those things should help to your
story, to enhance the point you’re trying to make in the scene or with the whole video. You
could slow down your footage to accent spectacular action or change colors to emphasize
different moods. Choose carefully and be creative!

5. Fine edit: This is the final stage of the editing process. You’ll spend time making sure
that all of your footage and B-Roll fits together perfectly while ensuring there are no
sections that are jarring for the viewer. It’s a good idea to share this cut with two or three
of your colleagues to get their feedback in case there’s anything you’ve missed or
overlooked in the editing process.

6. Music, lower thirds and other details: These can wait until the very end when you’re
100% happy with your final cut. They add a nice level of professionalism and can be used
over and over in other projects.
7. Exporting your video: In the last step – called rendering or exporting -- you deliver
your video to your audience. Every type of delivery has different requirements, and most
editing software has templates to make it easy, selection of common and professional
render formats for any purpose you may have in mind, and plenty of built-in templates
for specific purposes. Just choose one which matches the video properties – frame size,
frame rate.

Once you’ve chosen, in just a few clicks, your software starts rendering your video.
Depending on the power of your computer hardware, and the length and complexity of the
video, this could take some time.

Types of Video Editing

1. Linear Video Editing
Linear editing is a type of editing where the footage is arranged in a linear sequence,
meaning that they are ordered chronologically. This was the standard method of editing
for many years, but it has since been replaced by non-linear editing.Despite the advances

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in non-linear editing, linear video editing remains an important part of the video editing
process.
Linear editing is also sometimes referred to as “linear sequence editing.” Linear video
editing has a number of advantages which you can see here:

• It is very efficient and straightforward.

• It allows the editor to easily see the entire project at once and make changes
as needed.
• Linear video editing can be used with a variety of different software programs.
There are also some disadvantages to linear video editing too including the following:

• It can be more time-consuming than non-linear editing.

• It can be difficult to make changes to the sequence once it has been
edited.
2. Non-Linear Video Editing
Non-linear editing is a term used to describe
the process of editing video footage that is not
stored in a linear fashion. This type of editing
allows for more flexibility and creativity, as it is not
limited by the sequence of the footage.
Non-linear video editors typically provide a
timeline interface that allows the user to
manipulate the footage in any order they choose.
This type of editing is essential for creating
complex video projects, such as music videos or
commercials.

Non-linear allows video to be edited on computers with specialized software. Non-

linear video editing can be a bit more challenging to learn than linear editing, but it
provides a much greater degree of control over the final product.

3. Offline Editing
Offline editing is a process where video footage is transferred from a camera or other
recording device to a computer for editing. The advantage of offline editing is that it allows
for more complex and time-consuming editing tasks to be completed, without the need for
real-time playback.

Offline editors can also take advantage of powerful computer graphics and special
effects programs that would be too resource-intensive to use in real time.
The downside of offline editing is that it requires a bit more time and effort to set
up, and the edited footage must be exported back to a format that can be played back on
a television or other screen. However, for many video editors, the benefits of offline editing
outweigh the drawbacks.

4. Online Editing
Online video editing is often done through an application that resides online. Most
online video editors will allow you to trim and crop your footage, add titles and effects, and
even export your video in a variety of formats. If you’re just getting started with an online
video editing program, there are a few things you should keep in mind:

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 • Make sure you have a good internet connection. Video files can be large, and
you’ll need a fast connection to avoid any delays or disruptions while editing.
• Take some time to familiarize yourself with the interface of your chosen video
editor. Online video editors can vary greatly in terms of usability, so it’s
important to find one that’s easy for you to use.
• Don’t be afraid to experiment with the different features and tools available.
5. Live Editing
Live editing is the process of editing video in real time. It is often used in
newsrooms and other live settings where it is important to get the video edited and ready
for broadcast quickly.

The editor will typically have a

control room where they can see all of the
different video feeds and make changes to
them in real time. Live editing is a
complex process that requires a lot of skill
and experience. However, it can be very
rewarding, especially when the finished
product is aired on television or online.

5 stages of video editing

The 5 stages of video editing are: importing, selecting, putting together, polishing,
and exporting.

• Importing is the first stage and involves transferring your video footage
from its original format onto your computer. This is usually done by
connecting your camera to your computer using a USB cable.
• Once your footage is on your computer, you can start selecting which
pieces you want to use in your final video. This involves watching all of
your footage and choosing the best takes. You can then trim down each
scene so that only the best parts are used.
• The next stage is putting together all of the selected footage into one
cohesive video. This is done by adding transition effects between scenes
and adding titles and credits.
• After your video is put together, you can start polishing it up with some
additional effects. This may include color correction, audio enhancement,
or special effects.
• Finally, once you’re happy with your video, you can export it in the
desired format. This will allow you to watch it on your computer or share it
online.