Teaching Film at GCSE

by James Baker and Patrick Toland

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This book is for teachers of Media Studies and English who are responsible for delivering this exciting and demanding area of the curriculum. Suitable for both new and experienced teachers, it provides a range of approaches from the focused teaching of film in Media Studies to the use of film as support material in English courses. Clear explanations of the key concepts and ideas for film study are accompanied by a series of case studies, providing practical advice and exercises for every classroom environment.

Contents include:

  • Different approaches to using film in the classroom;
  • An introduction to key concepts for studying film;
  • An overview of influential critical and academic perspectives;
  • A survey of historical and industrial contexts for production and consumption of film;
  • Case studies of films within particular genres, including action films, comic-book adaptations and teen films.

The guide is supported by extensive online resources to help the busy teacher get the most out of their students.

About the authors:

James Baker is Head of Media Studies at Hurtwood House School in Surrey. He is the author of several media textbooks, a freelance writer and teacher trainer in media education and a senior examiner for a major examining board.

Patrick Toland is an experienced teacher of Media Studies, English and Philosophy at Hurwood House School and a freelance writer.

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Cat.No. BR080 £29.95

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Last Updated: 22 Mar 2010