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Teaching Literacy Through Film

Jennifer Johnston and Simon Richards

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How to analyse film using key frameworks
How to use film clips as a catalyst for extended writing
How to create strong narratives through story mountains and storyboarding
How to use basic filmmaking as a tool for attainment
How to use basic filmmaking as a tool for assessment

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Literacy through film

In this course, educators will learn how to use film and animation to enhance student learning in literacy. Through the use of film analysis, extended writing, narrative creation, and filmmaking, educators will gain strategies to improve student reading and writing skills.

Effective use of film clips to encourage extended writing.

"... use film clips as a catalyst for extended writing..."

Integration of filmmaking as a tool for both attainment and assessment.

"...use basic filmmaking as a tool for assessment..."

Strong focus on improving student literacy through film and animation.

"This course is designed for educators who would like to improve their student’s reading and writing..."

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12 hours

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FutureLearn

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Into Film

The British Film Institute (BFI)

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Jennifer Johnston

Simon Richards

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