To complement the 40-minute documentary, "Degrees of Hope: Redefining Access for the 21st Century Student," the "Institute for Higher Education Policy" (IHEP) has developed a viewing guide to help facilitate thought-provoking and meaningful dialogue. This guide provides a film synopsis, suggested discussion formats, profiles of…

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Describes reference tools useful for helping library patrons locate educational films. A "Film Search Form" is described which is useful as an aid to systematic film searching. (LLS)

Pursues a rhetoric of visual fragments by considering the disjunctive packaging of two particular fictional films: Alfred Hitchcock's 1958 classic "Vertigo" and Christopher Reeve's 1997 adaptation of Alice Elliott Dark's short story, "In the Gloaming." Considers how "Vertigo" offers conflicting stories about the…

Describes prominent film archives in the U.S., including several university collections. (PD)

Challenges two assumptions: that children are naturally disposed toward the animated cartoon, and that translating Shakespeare's plays into this medium automatically simplifies and gives them child appeal. Examines the confusions and cross-purposes that surrounded the making of the "Animated Tales" videos, and argues that there are…

Outlines a course covering the history of film and televisual representations of the Vietnam War. Shows how to relate films to the social interests they serve, and describes how to relate form to function. Provides a list of recommended films, television shows, and readings for each of the course's 10 units. (MM)

The author discusses the use and value of captioned films for hearing impaired students and lists 36 representative titles with brief information on academic area, title, length, and content. (CL)

This paper discusses the use of bibliotherapy with gifted students and introduces "cinematherapy," the use of movies to help students explore important issues in their lives. Plot summaries, post-viewing discussion questions, and questions relating movies to gifted students' lives are presented for "Stand and Deliver" and "Wargames." A list of…

Presents several ideas and techniques for teaching film, outlines major responsibilities of film specialists, suggests ways to begin incorporating film into the curriculum, and presents guidelines for creating the most receptive physical environment for viewing films. (MBR)

To believe that students are not using reading and analytical skills when they watch or "read" a movie is to miss the power and complexities of film--and of students' viewing processes. This book encourages teachers to harness students' interest in film to help them engage critically with a range of media, including visual and printed…

Offers a broad rationale for using feature films in teaching along with practical points on their use. Discusses active learning and critical thinking, film's ability to reflect psychological reality and the broader socio-historical context, feature films in other disciplines, connected learning and student diversity, and applications in an urban…

This lesson plan for students in grades 9-12 follows the guiding question, "How do filmmakers bring history to life, and how does filmed history represent (or misrepresent) historical realities?" Through these lessons, students employ the screenwriter's craft to gain a fresh perspective on historical research, learning how filmmakers…

Suggestions for enhancing library film programs using 16mm sound film cite several specific film titles. Setting up the projector and excerpts from children's books which can be used are highlighted. Films and books mentioned in article, selected professional sources, and tie-in materials for film "Earthly Beings" are appended. (EJS)

It has been found to be an effective educational tool! Using film for instructional purposes is a common practice in many classrooms. However, many teachers are unaware of the benefits of using film for instructional purposes, as well as effective methods for effectively integrating film into social studies instruction. The purpose of this…