Storyboarding is an essential step before filming. It can be as simple as making a few drawings in sequence to plan out your scenes. However, older students may want to include notes on audio, location, props, dialogue, and actions, to name a few. Older students may also spend time writing a script. If you dedicate time to storyboarding, you are less likely to have to reshoot scenes or change your script entirely.

Video production emulates the writing process. Often the most difficult part of writing for students is organizing their ideas into a linear format/essay. Storyboarding serves as a visual way to organize thoughts and ideas. It helps students put their ideas onto paper in a structured way. Inform students that storyboards are drafts and are subject to change either during filming or in the editing stage of video creation.