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. The films are arranged in order by which they are screened. This web page may contain links to one or more websites outside the pwcs network, which are not pwcs venues and may not reflect the views or opinions of pwcs. In the third international mathematics and science study timss for example, us high school seniors ranked below students from canada and most of europe. Teaching a film studies course to high schoolers and.
In this course, students will become familiar with the history of film and acquire a language to discuss, analyze and write about film. Film studies syllabus matt bishop ghidotti early college. The grading scale for chillicothe high school can be found in the. The student will understand the effect of cinematography on the film industry, identify the elements and themes of the film noir genre, understand the vocabulary of cinematography, explain the effects that different camera angles, movements, framing, etc. My name is kristin mitchell and this is my first year teaching high school. Handson instruction in cinematography, lighting, script writing, directing, pre and postproduction, and editing. Film 388 connects the theoretical understanding of film studies that students develop in the classroom to professional experience in the workplace. Film and visual studies harvard graduate school of arts. We will look at specific film forms, particularly documentary forms, and their. Film and media studies studies in upperdivision coursework and pursue baccalaureate degrees in such majors as film studies, cinema and media studies, film and tv production, communication studies and others.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me. Syllabus for film studies comm 150 penn state york. Film studies is the study of the production, aesthetics and history of the 20th centurys most important visual mediumthe cinema. Watching films is the single most important aspect of film studies. Film tv 33 introductory screenwriting 4 units counts toward film minor learn the fundamental elements of effective storytelling for the screen. Precursors, early photography, persistence of vision, critical inventions, thomas. Storytelling is the most common way that we communicate to one another.
Home links film studies i film studies ii advanced film studies ib film studies contact international baccalaureate film studies. You are to report to class in uniform as required by the school handbook. Textbooks there is no required textbook for this course. Film and media studies curriculum columbia school of the. 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. Our guides and lesson plans show teachers how to stress these messages and make them meaningful for young audiences. Parents, please sign the receipt given to your student. Anyone who aspires to learn the theory and technical skills behind the art of filmmaking. High school africa and africanamerican studies curriculum.
Course syllabus revised april 2016 1 introduction to womens studies. Course description this class will explore world culture and social history through the medium of film and other mediums of mass culture. This course, although looking specifically at the experiences of women, is not for girls only. Through the study and analysis of film texts, and through practical exercises in film production, the film course develops students critical abilities and their appreciation of artistic, cultural, historical and global perspectives in film. Use s high school english, science, math, and social studies courses to study for exams, boost your grade, and get ahead in school. It aims to sharpen appreciation of major works of cinema and of literary narrative. If youre about to begin film school, consider this your essential viewing guide. Syllabus the film experience literature mit opencourseware.
With their emphases on experimentation in the contemporary arts and creative collaboration among practitioners and critics, the department of art, film and visual studies and the carpenter center for. Flash forward to a few years ago, and i had the opportunity to pitch a new elective course at the high school level. The course explores how artworks challenge and cross cultural, political and aesthetic boundaries. Introduction to film and media studies 2016 screening, sunday 710pm.
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. This course examines 20th21st century american history, culture and society through film. Film 388 sample syllabus film studies at umd, college park. I have been teaching high school film and digital production courses since 20. Cinema studies for literature learning in high school. You can find several free online courses in film studies to aid you in understanding the theory and practice of film. Our guides and lesson plans show teachers how to stress these messages and make them. History in film syllabus rowlett high school, 2014. Please contact me if there is any issue or concern with the film materials being presented in class. Cinema studies for literature learning is a language arts curriculum for homeschool high school. Please read and discuss this syllabus with your parents.
One of our main goals this semester is to examine attitudes and assumptions about film. This is a list of films that i show in class to help introduce students to the various units and concepts we are discussing. This course covers a wide range in cinema and students explore issues including but not limited to. Professor jasmine nadua trice an assistant professor of cinema and media studies at uclas school of theater, film and television.
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. Search hundreds of movies organized by subject that twm recommends as the best of the best in meeting curriculum standards while. Film technique influences a wide array of other forms which use visuals and sound to communicate information and ideas. The dp film course aims to develop students as proficient interpreters and makers of film texts. Film studies is the study of the production, aesthetics and history of the 20th centurys. I have been teaching middle school english language arts for 11 years, and im thrilled about the opportunity to be a part of the ja. Our selfpaced, engaging video lessons let you study. History in film syllabus rowlett high school, 20142015 teacher. Students will view a variety of films arranged in chronological order focusing on important eras. I will also distribute and have you read a few supplemental essays and stories. History in film syllabus rowlett high school, 20142015.
Posted on july 18, 2016 july 18, 2016 by frank pasquine. This course explores the specificity, history, and function of media forms, focusing on the language of cinema and the critical repertoire of filmmedia theories. Ib film course syllabus i make sure that parents and students initial each page and sign below. This course is an english language arts general education elective. Film studies syllabus chs english language arts department. I have been teaching middle school english language arts for 11 years, and im thrilled about the opportunity to be a part of the ja community. We will watch as many films in class as possible in order to devote enough time for discussion. Jul 18, 2016 if youre about to begin film school, consider this your essential viewing guide. Below is a list of classic and modern films, in no particular order that should be registered in any film students filmography database. An elective course that examines the history and culture of africa and the africanamerican experience in an interdisciplinary format, including an analysis of the unique historical, cultural, and social developments from the middle passage to the present day.
Film and media studies courses articulate to uc and csu campuses, as well as other 4year universities. Established in 1957, the film study center provides production equipment, postproduction facilities, technical support, and funding for nonfiction. Introduction to film and media studies fmst 01 syllabus works. Your films will be screened for the rest of the school and prizes will be. The primary text for this course will be american films in whole or part such. This course investigates relationships between two media, film and literature, studying works linked across the two media by genre, topic, and style. Summer program classes are taught by leading industry professionals during two separate sixweek sessions. Or are you just interested in making your own film projects, but you need some direction. Delivered each week during the school year, the hall pass newsletter gives you the inside stories of our students, teachers and schools. Film studies is a multifaceted subject that involves creative writing, artistic interpretation, technology, and business. But we will also have a secondary interest in writing, too.
Please note that the number of assignments in ib film studies is not great. It is geared to the visual learner in high school, to those who. Film studies san juan hills high school school loop. Introduction to film and media studies 2016 screening, sunday 710pm lpac cinema. Timothy corrigan and patricia whites the film experience. Film and media studies film studies syllabus chs english language arts department contact information.
During the year, we discuss narrative storytelling, mise en scene. The story of movies curriculum is available free to teachers for use in middle school classrooms. Teaching a film studies course to high schoolers and looking for a film to assess their current knowledge of film with. This course covers a wide range in cinema and students explore issues. Film studies the nature of this course is to promote understanding and awareness of film as one of the most powerful and influential forms of media.
Im going to be teaching a new senior elective english class this upcoming week. Film studies syllabus matt bishop ghidotti early college high. Yet those who advocate for film study face a difficult task because high school students already face a challenge learning the basics. 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. The masters degree in film studies is designed for students who have already completed significant undergraduate or graduate work in the study of film or associated fields. Each film recommended by contains lessons on life and positive moral messages. 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. This course will be offered to juniors and seniors, with a prerequisite of a c average in their previous english course. Spend time on our state oftheart campus taking classes focused on feature filmmaking, editing, animation, writing, computer graphics, interactive game design, and the business of the industry, among many others. After high school, many deadlines are nonnegotiable, so its important to practice meeting deadlines. Introduction to film and media studies fmst 01 syllabus.
Stories told with film have a tremendous influence on our attitudes and perceptions of the world around us. Oct 19, 2006 the story of movies curriculum is available free to teachers for use in middle school classrooms. Amy standen is a former contributing editor to edutopia. Students in this film study class, which will be a semester class worth. Spend time on our state oftheart campus taking classes focused on. Students and faculty in film and visual studies are also eligible to apply to the film study center for fellowships awarded annually in support of original film, video, and photographic projects. An elective course that examines the history and culture of africa and the africanamerican experience in an interdisciplinary.
Designing the curriculum for an awesome high school film class. Sample syllabus this syllabus is provided as a sample. The objectives for the course is to expose students to a variety of film genres, helping them develop an appreciation and understanding of this art form and to increase their ability to use writing as a form of critique. The objectives for the course is to expose students to a variety of film genres, helping them develop an appreciation and understanding of this art form and to. We will look at specific film forms, particularly documentary forms, and their history, best examples, notable characteristics, and. The student will understand the effect of cinematography on the film industry, identify the elements and themes of the film noir genre, understand the vocabulary of cinematography, explain the effects that. Instead there will be occasional handouts provided by. Teaching a film studies course to high schoolers and looking. Stay on top of the latest happenings in the district.
The opportunity to develop culminate a finished final film project. Film studies is a yearlong elective which meets the ag fine arts requirement for uc approval. Movies for teaching a high school film course imdb. Film studies syllabus chs english language arts department contact information. Film and visual studies harvard graduate school of arts and.
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