Other than your research paper, all course material will be drawn from class lectures, screenings, and the above text. This course examines historically oriented motion pictures as both primary and secondary sources of information about the past. Our guides and lesson plans show teachers how to stress these messages and make them meaningful for young audiences. History in film syllabus rowlett high school, 20142015. Please navigate through the syllabus below to find out more information about this dvhs online course. Class screenings before each screening on sunday night, read the screening checklist on moodle to prepare yourself. Teaching social studies through film the education fund. Students will view films and participate in related research and study that will allow.
The instructional methods for this class will also include discussion. Upon completion of this course, students should be able to do the following. Film can be a method for the study of history, and that is the goal of this course. If you receive services through the office of disability resources and require accommodations. This course counts in the history major and the american studies major. My secret is to provide a disclaimer in the syllabus at the beginning of the year. A positive attitude and respect for others is expect at all times 2. Student learning outcomeslearning objectives the primary purpose of this course is to survey the history of world cinema. If you access the district website, visit elizabethtown high schools page, and click on staff directory, search my name, and click on profile, you. Located in nw wisconsin, grantsburg schools consists of grantsburg high. This course will use film to approach significant problems in history. Sunday monday tuesday wednesday thursday friday saturday 26 previous month next month today click to view event details. Emphasis will be placed on exposing the class to a wide variety of styles and genres as well as formulating and justifying criticisms of the works. United states history through film course syllabus rob p.
Teaching social studies through film education fund. Sharyland high school faculty hong, yustinosocial studies u. Designed by a homeschooling mom who saw the need for a creative way to bring social studies to life for kids, there are three different options of programs to choose from. Film clips will be shown during lectures, and the complete version of each weeks film will be screened following the weeks second lecture. Allow parents to make a choice if their child can watch or not. Both the filmmaker and historian share common methodology. The great canadian adventure is a subscriptionbased program that sends your child a history or geography of canada activity kit each month. Us history through film elmwood park public schools. United states history through film, spring 2019 syllabus. Zarkowski since thomas edison patented americas first motion picture camera in 1891, telling americas history through film has become a large part of our culture. Introduction to film and media studies fmst 01 syllabus. If you teach history, english, social studies, or media literacy, the film teaching guides here will provide you with ideas for using hollywood movies in your classroom. A broad array of genres and modes of expressionnot only academic writings, but also literature, popular music, film, documentaries, and artwill be incorporated into our discussion. Students will read about the history of film, the reflection or influence of film on the culture, and issues of interpretation, production, and adaptation.
Massive list of history curriculum for homeschool high school. To impart an indepth knowledge of major topics in u. Check with administration regarding the schools and districts film policies before using. 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. Although the instructor rarely shows film as part of the of the tuesday curriculum, the. This class is an exploration into the birth and development of america with focus on geography, economy, government, foreign affairs and the people who helped to shape the new nation. Define and describe major events in the history of modern israel.
Syllabus for world history v20114 and world history p v20109 1 20 2014 world history syllabus 20 2014. This course examines 20th21st century american history, culture and society through film. Introduction to american film history spring 2015 tuesdaythursday, 2. United states history syllabus gaston school district. The study of united states history through major motion pictures is a unique and exciting approach that i hope you will enjoy. Materials binder paper black or blue ink pen only course description. This course, although looking specifically at the experiences of women, is not for girls only. History through film syllabus tuscaloosa county school. In all cases, extra credit counts only if you have turned in all of the regular assignments. There is a list of potential choices at the end of the syllabus and the list of movies already taken will be at the course blog at.
Sample syllabus this syllabus is provided as a sample. As historians we typically analyze and use traditional primary and secondary sources. A major goal of this course is to determine what is valid in contemporary films and historical dramas. To use film as a means of motivating students to study selected topics in united states history 4. Films have been created which cover much of american history. World history syllabus 10th grade assignments just for you later. A university education aims not only to produce high. The course is intended to be taught to students who are currently taking us history and will study the topics in both their core history class and the film class.
History syllabus san diego unified school district. Melrose high school history through film course syllabus mike. In addition, the course will touch on the history of hollywood. Through the stories told in these movies, you will see different aspects. History through film syllabus coach scott suttles hillcrest high school classroom policies 1.
If you have questions, please contact us at your earliest convenience. Teaching history through film this page provides resources for high school and junior high teachers who want to use feature films in the classroom. Course description this class will explore world culture and social history through the medium of film and other mediums of mass culture. This course builds the students knowledge and appreciation of american history by developing the skills and social studies concepts necessary for an understanding of the countrys past and an appreciation of its present and future. Develop a generalization about the past in order to create theories of contemporary united states history and its development. We will be viewing approximately 20 films throughout the course. Help 411ls american culture through film term and dates. For many people watching a hollywood film on america is their only way of getting to know her history no matter how.
Check with administration regarding the school s and districts film policies before using. History through film syllabus tuscaloosa county school district. Syllabus in etudes by checking the box to the left of the syllabus in the course map tool. The us history through film curriculum offers students a unique way to view american history through the hollywood lens. Other readings may be distributed via photocopy, pdf, or email. American history through film mayfield city school district. This course will look at how various aspects of history are portrayed in films and contrast that with how it really was. Before class, watch the video tutorials appearing in the weeks moodle list. To improve students research and writing skills through the assignment of critical essays on selected subjects that use film and traditional sources as evidence. World history syllabus bremerton school district homepage. World history syllabus elizabethtown area school district.
Students will view a variety of films arranged in chronological. Students will need to utilize netflix, hulu, andor amazon to stream video titles on. Well focus upon the major movements in film history the early development of moving pictures, european silent films, the coming of sound, hollywoods golden era, film noir, neorealism, the european art film, and select others. I acknowledge that i have read and understand the world history course syllabus, expectations, and guidelines. The class syllabus notes what portions of the text should be read before each class meeting. Course syllabus revised april 2016 1 introduction to womens studies. Students will be asked to rethink the relationships between reality and. The concepts are drawn from the political, social, economic and cultural aspects of american history. This is a full course syllabus that was created as an elective course in the high school setting.
This means that the electronic device may be confiscated by the teacher and sent to the school office andor a discipline referral may be written. Modern world history course syllabus ottawa hills high school ms. Through film analysis, students will gain a new insight into the historical events that occurred from the american revolution through recent us history. Your films will be screened for the rest of the school and prizes will be distributed based on the various areas of film production. This course is designed to help you learn about different american cocultures as represented in popular american movies.
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. Athletics clearance card packet 20192020 register my athlete must use chrome or firefox badminton. April, and we will celebrate your work at the second annual nshs film festival. Film appreciation will introduce students to the film industry and history of cinema through the study of classic and contemporary films. The movie itself is an artifact of history, being one of the few american movies as to which the filmmakers had to disguise the political implications. Mar 23, 2017 it serves to be a catalog of the movies we view as a part of our history studies. I think that teaching history through movies could be a great enrichment in our homeschool, much like the use of historical fiction.
This is a beginning and advanced course in film history, analysis, and. Alana basmagy duggan, assistant principal seung oh, assistant principal robert h. Designed for students ages 8 through 12, each of the lessons includes a reading passage, study questions, and lists of appropriate resources such as. Reel american history lehne, keith grantsburg schools. Intro to film, film 2, film 3 syllabus introduction to film, film 2, film 3 cameron murray key west high school phone. Search hundreds of movies organized by subject that twm recommends as the best of the best in meeting curriculum standards while. Come to class prepared to work and bring all necessary materials to every class session. 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. American history, and the ways that such films can be utilized as historical documents.
Us history through film course syllabus by tara carroll tpt. 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. History in film syllabus rowlett high school, 20142015 teacher. I make mistakes, if there is a mistake on your paper, or you disagree with a grade, come see me at lunch or a prearranged time. History in film syllabus rowlett high school, 2014. The digital knowledge center dkc provides umw students with peer tutoring on digital projects and assignments. Syllabus the film experience literature mit opencourseware. Any student at the university can take advantage of the centers services by scheduling an appointment to work oneoneone or in a group with a student tutor. Introduction to film and media studies 2016 screening, sunday 710pm lpac cinema.