To use film as a means of motivating students to study selected topics in united states history 4. Class screenings before each screening on sunday night, read the screening checklist on moodle to prepare yourself. Students will read about the history of film, the reflection or influence of film on the culture, and issues of interpretation, production, and adaptation. 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. Other than your research paper, all course material will be drawn from class lectures, screenings, and the above text. Intro to film, film 2, film 3 syllabus introduction to film, film 2, film 3 cameron murray key west high school phone. We will be viewing approximately 20 films throughout the course. Modern world history course syllabus ottawa hills high school ms. A university education aims not only to produce high. This course will look at how various aspects of history are portrayed in films and contrast that with how it really was. In addition, the course will touch on the history of hollywood. This course counts in the history major and the american studies major.
History syllabus san diego unified school district. A positive attitude and respect for others is expect at all times 2. As many of you know, i love historical fiction for teaching history, and often use it to enrich our studies. Film can be a method for the study of history, and that is the goal of this course. The instructional methods for this class will also include discussion. United states history syllabus gaston school district. Athletics clearance card packet 20192020 register my athlete must use chrome or firefox badminton. Help 411ls american culture through film term and dates. Materials binder paper black or blue ink pen only course description. Students will be asked to rethink the relationships between reality and.
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. Melrose high school history through film course syllabus mike. High noon this film is both a quintessential western and an examination of character particularly pointed to the failures of u. Search hundreds of movies organized by subject that twm recommends as the best of the best in meeting curriculum standards while. Massive list of history curriculum for homeschool high school. Sample syllabus this syllabus is provided as a sample. Course syllabus revised april 2016 1 introduction to womens studies. American history through film mayfield city school district. 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. Allow parents to make a choice if their child can watch or not.
The us history through film curriculum offers students a unique way to view american history through the hollywood lens. Teaching social studies through film the education fund. United states history through film course syllabus rob p. Introduction to american film history spring 2015 tuesdaythursday, 2. The digital knowledge center dkc provides umw students with peer tutoring on digital projects and assignments. Syllabus the film experience literature mit opencourseware. Alana basmagy duggan, assistant principal seung oh, assistant principal robert h.
Students will view a variety of films arranged in chronological. The great canadian adventure is a subscriptionbased program that sends your child a history or geography of canada activity kit each month. The concepts are drawn from the political, social, economic and cultural aspects of american history. World history syllabus bremerton school district homepage. If you access the district website, visit elizabethtown high schools page, and click on staff directory, search my name, and click on profile, you. Through the stories told in these movies, you will see different aspects. Although the instructor rarely shows film as part of the of the tuesday curriculum, the. Please navigate through the syllabus below to find out more information about this dvhs online course. History through film syllabus tuscaloosa county school district.
To improve students research and writing skills through the assignment of critical essays on selected subjects that use film and traditional sources as evidence. As historians we typically analyze and use traditional primary and secondary sources. 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. A major goal of this course is to determine what is valid in contemporary films and historical dramas. Syllabus for world history v20114 and world history p v20109 1 20 2014 world history syllabus 20 2014. If you have questions, please contact us at your earliest convenience.
Designed for students ages 8 through 12, each of the lessons includes a reading passage, study questions, and lists of appropriate resources such as. This course examines 20th21st century american history, culture and society through film. Before class, watch the video tutorials appearing in the weeks moodle list. Come to class prepared to work and bring all necessary materials to every class session. United states history through film, spring 2019 syllabus. April, and we will celebrate your work at the second annual nshs film festival. 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. Located in nw wisconsin, grantsburg schools consists of grantsburg high. This course, although looking specifically at the experiences of women, is not for girls only. Films have been created which cover much of american history.
This is a full course syllabus that was created as an elective course in the high school setting. Define and describe major events in the history of modern israel. 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. Course description this class will explore world culture and social history through the medium of film and other mediums of mass culture. This course will use film to approach significant problems in history. History in film syllabus rowlett high school, 2014. 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. World history syllabus 10th grade assignments just for you later.
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. To impart an indepth knowledge of major topics in u. For many people watching a hollywood film on america is their only way of getting to know her history no matter how. History in film syllabus rowlett high school, 20142015. In all cases, extra credit counts only if you have turned in all of the regular assignments. 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. History through film syllabus coach scott suttles hillcrest high school classroom policies 1. 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. The study of united states history through major motion pictures is a unique and exciting approach that i hope you will enjoy.
History in film syllabus rowlett high school, 20142015 teacher. Upon completion of this course, students should be able to do the following. 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. Film clips will be shown during lectures, and the complete version of each weeks film will be screened following the weeks second lecture. Check with administration regarding the school s and districts film policies before using. Your films will be screened for the rest of the school and prizes will be distributed based on the various areas of film production. Our guides and lesson plans show teachers how to stress these messages and make them meaningful for young audiences. Other readings may be distributed via photocopy, pdf, or email. Both the filmmaker and historian share common methodology.
This is a beginning and advanced course in film history, analysis, and. My secret is to provide a disclaimer in the syllabus at the beginning of the year. 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. Teaching social studies through film education fund. I acknowledge that i have read and understand the world history course syllabus, expectations, and guidelines. 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. Check with administration regarding the schools and districts film policies before using. 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. Develop a generalization about the past in order to create theories of contemporary united states history and its development. This course is designed to help you learn about different american cocultures as represented in popular american movies. World history syllabus elizabethtown area school district. Syllabus in etudes by checking the box to the left of the syllabus in the course map tool. 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. History through film syllabus tuscaloosa county school.
Us history through film course syllabus by tara carroll tpt. Sharyland high school faculty hong, yustinosocial studies u. 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 fmst 01 syllabus. Sunday monday tuesday wednesday thursday friday saturday 26 previous month next month today click to view event details. Reel american history lehne, keith grantsburg schools. The class syllabus notes what portions of the text should be read before each class meeting. 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. Teaching history through film this page provides resources for high school and junior high teachers who want to use feature films in the classroom. 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. It serves to be a catalog of the movies we view as a part of our history studies. Through film analysis, students will gain a new insight into the historical events that occurred from the american revolution through recent us history.
Introduction to film and media studies 2016 screening, sunday 710pm lpac cinema. This course examines historically oriented motion pictures as both primary and secondary sources of information about the past. History through film this elective course will examine films from multiple perspectives of history. Film appreciation will introduce students to the film industry and history of cinema through the study of classic and contemporary films. 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. General instructions grading rubric film character list sheet. If you receive services through the office of disability resources and require accommodations. The primary text for this course will be american films in whole or part such. Students will need to utilize netflix, hulu, andor amazon to stream video titles on. American history, and the ways that such films can be utilized as historical documents.
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