I can:

• Use cycle mode to playback sections repeatedly

• Locate and manipulate Snap to Grid settings

• Use Flextime to fit audio regions into measures

• Change Tempo

• Import external Audio into project

• Use MIDI LOOPS (Green)

  • Piano roll functions

  • Midi Draw

  • Quantize – time and pitch in MIDI window

  • Alter Patch or change Synthesizer

• Use Drummer resources – Ultrabeat, Session Drummer

Scoring:

1 = I have yet to understand this concept or skill
2 = I have some understanding of the concept, but need am not yet proficient
3 = I have a solid understanding of the material and consider myself proficient.
4 = I have gone way beyond the expectations and am close to mastery.  I could teach this to others I am so amazing.

 

Please note:  All 3's is the standard expectation for this course.  4's should be reserved for when you go beyond what is expected. 
 

Rate how well you understand each of the following concepts:

 

CONTENT SKILLS AND UNDERSTANDINGS

Put a number in front of each learning target.  The number should represent the level you are at, it is not a grade.

 

LEVEL 1: DAW

I can establish a basic understanding of the workflow used in Logic Pro X

Names for all Windows and Tracks

3

Locate Preferences – Set audio Card

3

Turn on the Quick Help tool

4

Locate and use Playback Control – Transport Bar

 4

Tool bar functions and Cursor functions, Secondary Cursor usage

3

Key commands – create a list of common key commands

3

Naming Tracks, Reorder, color tracks, change icons

4

Drag (blue) Audio Loops into the arrange window to create a basic groove

3

Use the pointer tool to loop regions – drag top right corner

3

Option drag loops to loop them

4

Alter track volume control – volume, mute, solo

3

Saving Projects – Bouncing to MP3

4

 

LEVEL 1 Loops

Sort apple loops by BPM, Key, and Genre in the Loop window

3

Preview loops in the loop window

4

Drag and Drop audio loops into the arrange window, creating new tracks

4

Loop your loops

4

 

LEVEL 2: Loops

Create separate tracks for each instrument type the audio loop represents.

3

Change the pitch of apple loops by setting the global key for my song

2

Align loops to the timeline/measures

3

Loop regions in three different ways, inspector window, point tool, opt. drag.

3

 

STUDY SKILLS and TOOLS

 I can make a screen shot of my logic project

4

 I can make a folder on my desktop to store all my work.

4

 I can clean off my desktop at the end of class

4

 I take notes on new material

4

 I can create a Jimdo eNotebook

4

 I can format, alter and add content to the eNotebook

4

 I can create a Box.com account to store my audio files

4

 I can get the embed code from the audio file in Box.com and embed the code into my eNotebook to create an audio player with my file in it.

4

 I can embed pictures, screenshots, and text.

4

LAB HABITS

I remember to log out of websites

4

I know to close all software at the end of class

4

I store headphones in appropriate location

4

I know to ask permission to add software or alter computer

4

I know to ask permission to leave the room

3

I know to ask to bring food or drink into lab

4

I know to ask to use a cell phone 

3

I have respect for the learning environment - not distracting others

3

I remain on task in the classroom for the full duration of the period.

3

 

PREPARATION

 I am ready to engage in learning by arriving to class on time

3

 I check my email and social media at the start of class, so I will not be distracted for the remainder of time in the room

3

 I approach learning with an open mind and willingness to engage

4

 

PARTICIPATION

I engage in learning without being prompted to do so, begins work without teacher influence

3

I make productive use of individual learning/self-directed learning time

2

I accept feedback or critique of work in a positive manner

3

I can show proper use of technology when working collaboratively or alone

3

I manage distractions (phone, friends, etc.)

3

I follow classroom rules/working as part of a community

3

I remain on task, focused on learning  

3

I take notes on new material

3

 

PERSEVERANCE

I remain engaged when answers or solutions are not immediately apparent

4

I take the initiative to solve problems and own learning before asking for assistance

4

I use a variety of resources to solve problems

4

I understand that learning can be challenging, resisting impulsive reactions to setbacks

4