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Lessons Learned

 * Audio**
 * In MovieMaker, each clip has its own volume level accessed throught the Clip menu. The Audio/Music track volume level is controlled by the audio controller on the tool bar. Look for a balance between the audio and the video track.
 * Make sure the volume on your computer is not muted.


 * Flip Cameras**
 * Even with Deep Freeze turned off, you may get a warning message that there is not enough hard drive space to save the videos. The work around is to save the video for email format, email it to yourself, then when you get the email, save the file to a flash drive.
 * You can also access the camera the same way you access a flash drive. The videos are stored in the DCIM folder on the camera.
 * If your flip camera video is not working correctly (ie, you get audio but no video), you will need to install the software that comes with the camera.


 * Storage**
 * Save the final product to SharePoint
 * Work from the local drive if at all possible (be careful about Deep Freeze) OR work from a flash drive OR create a place on sharepoint where they can save
 * Put all graphics/music/narration into one folder
 * Students save stuff to teacher's inbox


 * General Tips**
 * Start SMALL! Keep it simple!
 * In MovieMaker, complete all transitions first before adding music and titling.
 * You are going to end up with two files: a project file (.wp3 in photostory; MWSMM in moviemaker). Then, you need to save the project as a Windows Media File (.wmv*) in order to be able to play in Media Player.


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