Mitchell and Kenyon Films as historical sources
The great majority of Mitchell and Kenyon films date from 1900 to 1913. They are overwhelmingly concerned with ordinary people in ordinary surroundings. As a result, the films provide an opportunity to engage with important questions about the nature of historical source material. The real bonus is that teachers can tackle this worthy task using a medium (film) which almost all students find accessible and interesting.
Teaching notes
These notes deal with using Mitchell and Kenyon Films as historical sources in the classroom. The topics covered are:
- History teachers and original sources
- History teachers and moving image sources
- Developing moving image literacy
- Empathy with the audience
- Attentive observation
- Understanding the film-makers' intentions
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