A powerpoint following on from the introductory one. There is re-cap of previous lesson plus some research on Channel 4 and using a true or false sheet to test knowledge. Students then start analysing the advert in more detail following the stories of certain paralympians. True or False sheet comes as an extra resource with this powerpoint.

Introductory powerpoint and teacher notes for EDUQAS set text: Super.Human. Tokyo 2020. The powerpoint asks students to consider different types of advertising and ways in which adverts persuade us. There is a brief viewing of the set text and some introductory questions then a simulation activity. This is the first in a series of lessons.

A revision powerpoint starting with a Kahoot to test student knowledge of key ideas. Also included are some film stills for analysis and a link to our ‘5 Frames from Stories We Tell’ Youtube video. Then there is some sample essay writing for discussion and to act as scaffolding for students writing their own essays.

A double sided handout on this difficult area of Film Studies analysis. Including information on acting techniques and performance styles plus ideas about what to focus on when studying key scenes. Download and print out or share on your school intranet. Print out at any size for classroom display.

A two page guide to Nick Broomfield’s documentary making approach. With a selected filmography, information about his style and a discussion of how truthful his documentaries are. Download to your phone/e reader or print at home. Print at any size to use for classroom display. A photocopiable resource for teachers to share within their institutions.

A series of true or false statements about District 9. Students discuss their answers. Statements encourage debate - many could be both true and false. Can be used as a starter activity. Teacher answer sheet also included.

A powerpoint with introductory activities before screening L’Age D’or. Intended to be used after students have already studied Un Chien Andalou and have some knowledge of surrealism. Contains basic information about the film and some discussion tasks.

Focus on mise-en-scene with this powerpoint. A selection of stills are presented for class analysis. There is the opportunity to consider an exam style question. The lesson starts with a link to an existing kahoot (not written by me) which gets students revising surrealism.

A booklet designed especially for A Level Film Studies students who are looking at Film History. Over 50 pages of information and activities based on F.W.Murnau’s film Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans. Key scenes, sample writing and critical soundbites relevant to your Film exams. Print at home or view on your tablet or e-reader. Please do not photocopy this resource.

An activity based on the EDUQAS set text Super.Human.Tokyo.2020. Can be used as a starter activity or to check understanding. Students will need some knowledge of Channel 4 and The Paralympics. Activity sheet and not sheet for teachers.

A double sided handout introducing the key elements of Film Documentary. With information on key films, directors and essential history. Excellent introduction to documentary modes, audience response and John Grierson and DA Pennebaker. Download to your phone/e reader or print at home. Print out at any size and use as display material. A photocopiable resource for teachers to share within their institutions.

A double sided handout introducing the key elements of German Expressionism. With information on key films, directors and essential history. Print out at the required size and use for classroom display. Download to your phone/e reader or print at home. A photocopiable resource for teachers to share within their institutions.

A double sided handout covering essential tips for essay writing. With information on planning, structure and vocabulary. Print out at the size required and use for display. Download to your phone/e reader or print at home. A photocopiable resource for teachers to share within their institutions.

A true or false question sheet to test student understanding. Teacher notes included to use during feedback discussion. Based on Radio 4 and Women’s Hour but also some questions linked to Late Night Woman’s Hour. Could also be adapted to cover other set radio products.

True or false activity that could be used as a starter and to check understanding. Students discuss a series of statements deciding whether they are true or false. The statements should allow plenty of discussion. Teacher notes included.

This powerpoint begins to examine representation of disability in the media. It asks students to consider Channel 4’s impact on these representations. Lots of analysis of texts, discussion and some theory.

A double sided handout introducing the key elements of Music Video. With information on key theory, essential history and video examples. Excellent as a quick reference guide for students. Download to your phone/e reader or print at home. Print out at any size and use as display material. A photocopiable resource for teachers to share within their institutions.

A revision powerpoint starting with a Kahoot to test student knowledge of key ideas. Also included are some film stills for analysis and a link to our ‘5 Frames from Searching for Sugarman’ Youtube video. Then there is some sample essay writing for discussion and to act as scaffolding for students writing their own essays.

Could be used as a starter activity to check knowledge and understanding. Contains a number of statements for discussion. Teacher ‘answer’ sheet included.

A powerpoint which introduces audience theory (Reception thoery, Uses and Gratifications and ideas by Annette Hill) and asks students to apply them to different documentary clips. Students should understand how watching a documentary is a different experience to watching a fiction film. The end of the powerpoint has a sample essay question and some example writing.