Brief Introduction
Find out all about film education with this course from BFI, and its partners DFI, Cinémathèque Française and Vision Kino.Course Summary
This course explores the use of film as a tool for education, providing strategies for using film to develop critical thinking skills, cultural awareness, and media literacy.Key Learning Points
- Learn how to use film as a teaching tool
- Develop critical thinking skills
- Explore cultural awareness through film
- Understand the importance of media literacy
- Discover unorthodox ways to approach film education
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of film education
- Learn to use film as a tool to develop critical thinking skills and cultural awareness
- Develop creative teaching strategies for using film in the classroom
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Access to a computer and the internet
- No prior experience in film education required
Course Difficulty Level
BeginnerCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
Similar Courses
- Teaching with Film
- Film Production
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Founder of Film English
- Founder of the Media Education Lab
Related Books
Requirements
- This course is designed for educators working in the film or media education who are looking to broaden their knowledge and expertise, try out new ideas, and learn about great practice. This course is also designed for policymakers, cinema and festival workers, archive educators, strategic bodies and agents who are looking for good practice and good examples of international film education. This course is co-funded by the Creative European MEDIA Programme of the European Union.
Knowledge
- Rationales behind film education - why it mattersApproaches to watching and choosing, analysing and making film - practices that workCase study on film education with pre-schoolersPractice in cinemas, festivals and archivesNational strategies and why they workHow to evaluate the impact of film education
Summary of User Reviews
Read reviews for the Film Education: A User's Guide course on FutureLearn. Students have praised the interactive nature of the course, with plenty of opportunities for discussion and collaboration. The course is highly recommended for educators and filmmakers alike.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Interactive naturePros from User Reviews
- Engaging and interactive with plenty of opportunities for discussion
- Great for educators and filmmakers looking to improve their knowledge and skills
- Excellent resources provided for each lesson
- High-quality, informative videos
- Flexible schedule allows for learning at your own pace
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course content to be quite basic
- Occasional technical issues with the platform
- Could benefit from more diversity in the films covered
- More interaction with instructors would be helpful
- Certificate of completion not recognized by all institutions
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