Bronx Stories: Animated Educational Videos
CAP 200
Closed
New York, New York, United States
Timeline
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June 23, 2025Experience start
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June 24, 2025Project Proposal and Script Draft
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July 1, 2025Storyboard & Voiceover Recording
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July 8, 2025Draft Video Submission and Peer-Reviewed Feedback
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July 15, 2025Final Video Submission Integrating Feedback & Reflective Statement
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July 17, 2025Experience end
Timeline
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June 23, 2025Experience start
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June 24, 2025Project Proposal and Script Draft
- A brief written proposal identifying the topic, target audience, and educational goal of the video.
- A first draft of the 2-minute video script (approx. 250–300 words).
- Skills Demonstrated:
- Topic selection based on community needs
- Scriptwriting fundamentals
- Application of AI tools for concept planning (e.g., using AI for brainstorming)
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July 1, 2025Storyboard & Voiceover Recording
- A simple storyboard or visual outline mapping key scenes and transitions.
- A draft voiceover recording synced with the script.
- Skills Demonstrated:
- Visual communication and sequencing
- Audio narration skills
- Collaborative revision based on peer or instructor feedback
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July 8, 2025Draft Video Submission and Peer-Reviewed Feedback
- Peer-reviewed version of the video with tracked revisions
- Brief response memo outlining changes made based on instructor and peer feedback
- Skills Demonstrated:
- Receptivity to critique
- Revision and editing using constructive feedback
- Ethical consideration of representation and messaging
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July 15, 2025Final Video Submission Integrating Feedback & Reflective Statement
- Final version of the 2-minute animated educational video
- Reflective statement (250 words) on teamwork, tools used, and key takeaways
- Skills Demonstrated:
- Multimedia storytelling
- AI-enhanced video creation
- Critical self-assessment and group collaboration
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July 17, 2025Experience end
Experience
3/4 project matches
Dates set by experience
Preferred companies
Anywhere
Any company type
Academic association, Arts, Education, Environment, Hospital, health, wellness & medical
Experience scope
Categories
Artificial intelligence Creative writing Humanities Visual arts Social justiceSkills
explainable ai (xai) digital storytelling digital project management visual communications community-based participatory research script writing civic engagement intercultural competenceThis experience is part of the CAP 200: Bronx Beautiful course at Hostos Community College, designed to empower students with skills in community engagement, environmental justice, and AI literacy. Learners will apply their knowledge to create animated educational videos that address real-world issues relevant to the Bronx community. By collaborating in small teams, students will develop storytelling and technical skills to produce impactful, concise educational content.
Learners
Learners
Undergraduate
Beginner levels
17 learners
Project
5-10 hours per learner
Educators assign learners to projects
Teams of 4
Team size may not exceed 5
Up to 2 team(s) per project.
Each learner can join up to one team
- Two-minute animated educational video
- Storyboard outlining the video concept
- Script for the educational video
- Visual assets and character designs
- Voiceover recordings and sound design
Project timeline
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June 23, 2025Experience start
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June 24, 2025Project Proposal and Script Draft
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July 1, 2025Storyboard & Voiceover Recording
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July 8, 2025Draft Video Submission and Peer-Reviewed Feedback
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July 15, 2025Final Video Submission Integrating Feedback & Reflective Statement
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July 17, 2025Experience end
Timeline
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June 23, 2025Experience start
-
June 24, 2025Project Proposal and Script Draft
- A brief written proposal identifying the topic, target audience, and educational goal of the video.
- A first draft of the 2-minute video script (approx. 250–300 words).
- Skills Demonstrated:
- Topic selection based on community needs
- Scriptwriting fundamentals
- Application of AI tools for concept planning (e.g., using AI for brainstorming)
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July 1, 2025Storyboard & Voiceover Recording
- A simple storyboard or visual outline mapping key scenes and transitions.
- A draft voiceover recording synced with the script.
- Skills Demonstrated:
- Visual communication and sequencing
- Audio narration skills
- Collaborative revision based on peer or instructor feedback
-
July 8, 2025Draft Video Submission and Peer-Reviewed Feedback
- Peer-reviewed version of the video with tracked revisions
- Brief response memo outlining changes made based on instructor and peer feedback
- Skills Demonstrated:
- Receptivity to critique
- Revision and editing using constructive feedback
- Ethical consideration of representation and messaging
-
July 15, 2025Final Video Submission Integrating Feedback & Reflective Statement
- Final version of the 2-minute animated educational video
- Reflective statement (250 words) on teamwork, tools used, and key takeaways
- Skills Demonstrated:
- Multimedia storytelling
- AI-enhanced video creation
- Critical self-assessment and group collaboration
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July 17, 2025Experience end
Project Examples
Requirements
- Create an animated video explaining the history and significance of a local Bronx landmark.
- Develop a video that educates viewers on the importance of environmental justice in urban areas.
- Produce an animation that highlights influential figures from the Bronx and their contributions to society.
- Design a video that addresses gender equality and its impact on community development.
- Create a video that explores the cultural diversity of the Bronx and its influence on local traditions.
- Develop an animation that educates on sustainable practices for urban living.
- Produce a video that explains the role of AI in modern education and its potential benefits.
- Create an animated guide on how to engage with community initiatives effectively.
Additional company criteria
Companies must answer the following questions to submit a match request to this experience:
Q1 - Text short
Q2 - Text short
Q3 - Text short
Q4 - Text short
Timeline
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June 23, 2025Experience start
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June 24, 2025Project Proposal and Script Draft
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July 1, 2025Storyboard & Voiceover Recording
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July 8, 2025Draft Video Submission and Peer-Reviewed Feedback
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July 15, 2025Final Video Submission Integrating Feedback & Reflective Statement
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July 17, 2025Experience end
Timeline
-
June 23, 2025Experience start
-
June 24, 2025Project Proposal and Script Draft
- A brief written proposal identifying the topic, target audience, and educational goal of the video.
- A first draft of the 2-minute video script (approx. 250–300 words).
- Skills Demonstrated:
- Topic selection based on community needs
- Scriptwriting fundamentals
- Application of AI tools for concept planning (e.g., using AI for brainstorming)
-
July 1, 2025Storyboard & Voiceover Recording
- A simple storyboard or visual outline mapping key scenes and transitions.
- A draft voiceover recording synced with the script.
- Skills Demonstrated:
- Visual communication and sequencing
- Audio narration skills
- Collaborative revision based on peer or instructor feedback
-
July 8, 2025Draft Video Submission and Peer-Reviewed Feedback
- Peer-reviewed version of the video with tracked revisions
- Brief response memo outlining changes made based on instructor and peer feedback
- Skills Demonstrated:
- Receptivity to critique
- Revision and editing using constructive feedback
- Ethical consideration of representation and messaging
-
July 15, 2025Final Video Submission Integrating Feedback & Reflective Statement
- Final version of the 2-minute animated educational video
- Reflective statement (250 words) on teamwork, tools used, and key takeaways
- Skills Demonstrated:
- Multimedia storytelling
- AI-enhanced video creation
- Critical self-assessment and group collaboration
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July 17, 2025Experience end