By viewing, studying, discussing and writing about film, students develop and demonstrate skills in technological, cultural, and media literacy, as well as critical thinking and problem solving skills that will serve them well in the real world. A variety of film, music, and art will be used to enhance student understanding and appreciation of mythology and its influence. Expected student learning results uccsu ag requirements. Complete the written assignments for each film genre understand each film genre covered in class participate actively in discussions research what critics and others say about each film research the lives and works of major film directors and actors. Beginning acting course syllabus 2016 2017 instructor. It is unacceptable to me, and all teachers at olympian high school, for your son or daughter to fail a class. Class members are expected to demonstrate positive and professional critiquing responses to other students work, as well as to make effective use of feedback when appropriate to their own work. This course will examine the types of governments in the past and present, how they function, and their impacts upon the population. Analyze film as an art form through an examination of aesthetics and the internal structure of the art. This is an advanced course in film history, analysis, and production. There are classes on photo theory, directing syntax, producing, production. Safety is always a concern on any film or video set. We have a number of learning support assistants working within our classes to support particular students or particular groups. Students enter into the world of finance, negotiations, mediating, creative problem solving and the rush of producing something fantastic.
Fallspring cinema as literature syllabus and information packet. In term four the requirements and expectations from students are very high. If youre about to begin film school, consider this your essential viewing guide. We will watch as many films in class as possible in order to devote enough time for discussion. Analyze and critique film by studying film as a series of narratives. Video production is an introduction class designed to provide students with artistic, creative and historical background in the fields of video, broadcasting, and film production. Film appreciation is a participatory lecture format, which means we will have active in class discussions with contributions by everyone. During the year, we discuss narrative storytelling, mise en scene. Topics include the fundamental technical aspects of the digital video camera, camera shots and composition, media literacy, aesthetic elements and techniques, nonlinear editing, sony vegas, public service announcements, television advertising, short films, wcat. History in film syllabus rowlett high school, 20142015 teacher. The television elective course includes video control, special effects, operation of cameras and editing machines, composition, lighting, staging, and. Sample one at link at random, or by searching for your favorite film.
Before class, watch the video tutorials appearing in the weeks moodle list. Film studies is the study of the production, aesthetics and history of the 20th centurys. Access to looking at movies ebook and digital resources after purchase and. Sample student projects during the semester include psas. Cocksedge, margaret distance learning film as literature. The role of the director the process and business of film. This course examines 20th21st century american history, culture and society through film. Video productions class is designed to teach you the use of video equipment, and to produce video programs in several formats. More than one such expletive must lead the rating board to issue a film an r rating, as must even one of these words used in a sexual context. Apply to high school teacher, teacher, science teacher and more. Students who are interested in a career in entertainment production have.
Demonstrate ability to decode the language of film. Youre almost guaranteed to learn something new in each podcast, and benedicts enthusiasm for films is the quality you only find in. Part one by mark august 1, 2019 an old friend of mine who teaches at a public high school in minnesota just got word that hes inherited a 12week elective course on film, and hes reached out to me, asking if i might help him design the curriculum. This course explores the specificity, history, and function of media forms, focusing on the language of cinema and the critical repertoire of filmmedia theories. Movies for teaching a high school film course imdb. Sonnet presentation the sonnet presentation is a 15minute recitation and explication of a shakespearean sonnet of your choice. Current photo 1 assignments homeschool photography. As a director, jack has guided productions of measure for measure, assassins, the laramie project, the beauty queen of leenane, fuddy meers, and picassos womenfrancoise. In order to make the year progress smoothly, here are a few things which you will need to know in order to succeed in. In high school, my algebra 2 teacher had us take a quiz about her syllabus that counted for a grade on the second day of school.
Introduction to film and media studies fmst 01 syllabus works. Students will learn to recognize the preconditions necessary for the invention of cinema, understand the influence of patents worldwide on the development of motion pictures, identify major studios, directors and stars and discuss their influences on the industry and. Film 388 sample syllabus film studies at umd, college park. Students will work individually and in groups to write, shoot,and edit their own projects. Course sequences ending in 1 emphasize abstract and ambiguous challenges course sequences ending in 2, 3, and 4 do include abstract challenges, but they.
High school video production teacher jobs, employment. American government is a required semester course within gaston high school curriculum offering. Law is a common and yet distinct aspect of everyday life in modern societies. An old friend of mine who teaches at a public high school in minnesota just got word that hes inherited a 12week elective course on film, and. Sl and hl students will explore the evolution of film across time, space and culture.
A combination of tasks designed to explore various aspects of film include. Your films will be screened for the rest of the school and prizes will be. Syllabus the film experience literature mit opencourseware. They will also be required to do rather extensive outside readings which deal specifically with. Intro to film, film 2, film 3 syllabus introduction to film, film 2, film 3 cameron murray key west high school phone. Students will view a variety of films arranged in chronological order focusing on important eras in world history. High street, elizabethtown, pa 17022 phone 717 3671533 fax 717 3674149 site map location 600 e. A film s single use of one of the harsher sexuallyderived words, though only as an expletive, shall initially require the rating board to issue that film at least a pg rating. Demonstrate knowledge of the role of film in culture and explore its relationship to the world around it. Youre almost guaranteed to learn something new in each podcast, and benedicts enthusiasm for films is the quality you only find in the best teachers and professors. Identify literary concepts in film such as motifs, symbols, metaphors, allusions, and plot elements. Broadcast and video production i introduces students to broadcasting and video production through a theory based, handson approach.
An introduction to film 1st year a cultural and artistic exploration of film genres. When done right, a syllabus can prevent a lot of misunderstandings as the semester progresses. Below is a list of classic and modern films, in no particular order that should be registered in any film students filmography database. This course will look at how various aspects of history are portrayed in films and contrast that with how it really was. Teaching a film studies course to high schoolers and. Current photo 1 assignments homeschool photography, teach.
By the end of the course students are able to confidently. Films have been created which cover much of american history. A welldesigned syllabus is an essential tool for effectively managing a course. The class is designed to show students how film is a form of literature. Both the filmmaker and historian share common methodology. Handson, engaging, and driven by meaningful student interaction with course content this is the type of elective course that i wish id had back in high school.
This course will be delivered through a combination of digital content, full class symposiums, and inhouse andor outof school field experiences, some of which students may need to attend outside of school hours. Use s high school english, science, math, and social studies courses to study for exams, boost your grade, and get ahead in school. Aug 01, 2019 designing the curriculum for an awesome high school film class. During these weeks, one lecture will be live, while the 2 nd lecture is replaced by students watching prof. I have been teaching high school film and digital production courses since 20. Watching films is the single most important aspect of film studies. Thiscourse will teach students the basics of photography,camera functions, videoediting, media analysis, and filmmaking. Film studies syllabus 201011 theodore roosevelt high school. Designing the curriculum for an awesome high school film. This syllabus section details the primary goals of the course, meeting times, textbook and readings, films and videos, writing requirements, oral expression, exams, grading, and the schedule of lecture topics, required films, and key dates.
For the past seven summers, jack has served as one. Please read and discuss this syllabus with your parents. As a middle school teacher, i put together a simple. Other than your research paper, all course material will be drawn from class lectures, screenings, and the above text. Posted on july 18, 2016 july 18, 2016 by frank pasquine. Students will read about the history of film, the reflection or influence of film on the culture, and issues of interpretation, production, and adaptation. In this course, students will become familiar with the history of film and acquire a language to discuss, analyze and write about film. Textbooks there is no required textbook for this course. History in film syllabus rowlett high school, 20142015.
Designing the curriculum for an awesome high school film class. Please contact me if there is any issue or concern with the film materials being presented in class. Film literature, a course based on the indiana academic standards for englishlanguage arts, is a study of how literature is adapted for film or media. Several weeks of this class operate in a flipped mode. Fee waivers are available for students on freereduced lunch. A sort of film school in a minipodcast spanning the entire history of film. Our selfpaced, engaging video lessons let you study.
United states government syllabus gaston school district. Course description this class will explore world culture and social history through the medium of film and other mediums of mass culture. Film studies san juan hills high school school loop. Students who take this class should be excited about film and literature. Parents, please sign the receipt given to your student. The primary text for this course will be american films in whole or part such. He is the recipient of a santa barbara independent award for both oleanna and someone wholl watch over me and robby awards for arcadia and the daly news. In high school, you have choices of academic courses such as, english 101, english 102, or english 104.
In addition to the films we watch at school, you will be politely required to watch at least one film a week on your own honors students will be politely asked to watch at least two. By viewing classic and modern american films, students will learn that good. Flash forward to a few years ago, and i had the opportunity to pitch a new elective course at the high school level. In addition, this course provides instruction and training in preproduction, production and post production phases of project development.
This is a list of films that i show in class to help introduce students to the various units and concepts we are discussing. Television production high school course curriculum. History in film syllabus rowlett high school, 2014. Photography syllabus photography syllabus more photo 1 grade 8 making the right choice. Students will critically analyze film as an art form as well as a reflector and instigator of cultural values. The films are arranged in order by which they are screened.
Incorporated within the class is use of camera equipment, lighting, graphics, sound, lenses and visualization. This course is only available to students on the ebacc pathway. The class syllabus notes what portions of the text should be read before each class meeting. Topics in this homeschool filmmaking curriculum will include story structure, screenwriting, casting, and the many elements of film production, including pre and postproduction editing. Choosing an online education institution it may come as a surprise to some individuals that you can actually study online for an useful degree just as well as a scholastic credentials. This course is an introduction to the basic principles, procedures, and techniques of television production. Jul 24, 2016 a welldesigned syllabus is an essential tool for effectively managing a course. This course covers a wide range in cinema and students explore issues including but not limited to. But we will also have a secondary interest in writing, too. Sl and hl students will examine film as an art form, studying a broad range of film texts from a variety of cultural contexts and analysing how film elements combine to convey meaning.
Thorburns prerecorded lecture videos on opencourseware. While that might work for some students, playing jeopardy or any simple point game would be a fun way to start the school year. The course focuses on producing in the three areas where the line producer plays the biggest roles. I divide the room in half for teams, pass out small whiteboards, and ask questions. A films single use of one of the harsher sexuallyderived words, though only as an expletive, shall initially require the rating board to issue that film at least a pg rating. Core films assignment to increase your historical and formal understanding of films, you need to watch at least one of the listed core films in addition to our class screening. Course description this yearlong, activityoriented course is designed to introduce students to the art of the actor while building upon the. Class screenings before each screening on sunday night, read the screening checklist on moodle to prepare yourself. It gives students a clear understanding of your expectations and a road map for how the course will be conducted. You must memorize the poem, recite it to the class, and then lead the class through an explication of the piecedescribing the theme, outlining the. Syllabus law and society anthropology mit opencourseware.
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