The Basic Competence Adjustment Entries of Service Enterprises

A video is not suitable for a learning material that presents a certain process, demonstration plot, concept or describes something, for example, how to make a cake correctly, how to make a cloth design, body metabolism process, etc. 2 Time duration A video has shorter duration which is 20-40 minutes. It is different from a common film with 2- 3 hours‟ duration. Human‟s concentration only lasts between 15-20 minutes and it makes video able to give benefits than a film does. 3 Video presentation format A film is generally presented with a dialog format and more dramatic elements. It is more imaginative and less scientific. It is different from presentation of a learning video that gives priority to clarity and mastery of materials. A suitable video format for learning are narrative, interview, presenter, and compilation format. 4 Technical requirements A video is related to technical aspects, such as camera, snap technique, lighting technique, editing, and sound. Learning focuses more on the clarity of messages, so communicative presentation needs the technical support, such as: a Use a zoom or extreme close up technique to show the object in detail. b Use an out of focus or in focus technique using def of file setting to shape image focus of interest or focus the targeted object by blurring other objects. c Suitable proverty setting for the needs is used to discard unrelated objects to the messages. Too many objects will disturb and blur the object. d Texts are made proportionally. If texts are made in big size, they will be clearer. If texts are made in animation, set the text animation in the right speed. 5 The use of music and sound effects The following explanation is some requirements of music and sound effects according to Cheppy Riyana 2007: 14: a Music or back sound should be in low volume soft, so it will not disturb visualization and narrator. b Music used as background should be instrumental. c Avoid using popular or familiar songs to students. d The use of sound effects is to increase the situation and complete the visualization and better impression. In conclusion, music in a video can attract students‟ attention to the given materials. d. Advantages and Disadvantages of a Video 1 Advantages of a Video According to Azhar Ansyar 2007: 49-50 a A video can complete students‟ basic experiences when they read, discuss, practice, etc. A video is a substitute of environments and it can show invincible objects, such as how a heart beats. b A video can figure a precise process that can be witnessed repeatedly if necessary. c A video can push and increase motivation, attitudes and other affective aspects. d A video contains positive values that can generate ideas and discussion in a group of students. e A video presents dangerous events, such as volcanic eruption. f A video can be shown in a big or small group, heterogeneous group, and personal. g With a skill and technique of frame to frame picture snapping, a film in a normal speed consumes one week that can be displayed in one or two minutes. Meanwhile, the disadvantages of a video are: a A video needs expensive budgets and a lot of time. b When a video is played, pictures are moving, so not all students can follow the information conveyed in the video. The available video is not always suitable for the learning needs and goal, besides the video is designed and produced especially for own needs. 2 Advantages and Limitation of a Video According to Daryanto 2011: 79 a A video increase one new dimension in a learning process. It presents moving