Description
Modern Media & Content Creation Course Overview
This class is part of the MyFunScience live online homeschool classes, which provide structured academic instruction for middle school and high school students. Families can explore all of our homeschool technology courses.
This live online media and content creation class helps homeschool students develop practical skills in digital storytelling, video production, podcasting, and branding.
This hands-on, project-based course equips students to become confident and responsible digital creators in today’s media-driven world.
Students learn how to create compelling visual, audio, and written content while developing strategy, storytelling skills, and digital responsibility.
Course Overview
- High School Credit: 1 credit
- Recommended Grade Level: Grades 6–12
- Format: Weekly live online media and content creation class
- Focus Areas: Video editing, podcasting, branding, and digital storytelling
- Prerequisites: None
What Your Student Will Learn
Fall Semester — Modern Media Foundations
- Graphic design basics and visual storytelling
- Photo editing and branding fundamentals
- Video production and editing
- Screen recording and tutorial creation
- Podcasting and audio editing
- Media ethics and copyright basics
Students use accessible tools such as Photopea, Canva, and Clipchamp to complete real-world projects including social graphics, short-form videos, podcast episodes, and a fall portfolio showcase.
Spring Semester — Content Creation & Strategy
- Content strategy and audience targeting
- Digital storytelling and branding identity
- Platform-specific writing and publishing
- Long-form and multimedia content development
- Motion graphics and simple animation
- Personal capstone project
Students plan, produce, and publish original content ranging from blogs and educational resources to personal portfolios. The year culminates in a polished showcase of student work.
By the End of the Course, Students Will
- Create professional-quality visual and video content
- Develop a clear personal brand and content strategy
- Understand digital ethics and responsible media creation
- Build a portfolio demonstrating creative and technical skills
Learn About the Class
High School Credit
- 1 credit
Recommended Grade Level
- Grades 6–12
Prerequisites
- None
Syllabus
Download the Course Syllabus (PDF)
Estimated Workload
Approximately 1 hour per week outside of class.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a content creation class?
A content creation class teaches students how to produce digital media such as videos, podcasts, graphics, and written content while learning storytelling, branding, and responsible online publishing.
Is this class designed for homeschool students?
Yes. This course is designed specifically for homeschool middle school and high school students.
Do students need prior media or editing experience?
No experience is required. Students begin with foundational media skills and gradually build more advanced creative and technical abilities.
Does this class earn high school credit?
Yes. This course earns one full high school credit.
