History of Motion Pictures - Film Research and Learning

Synopsis

A collection of short films made between 1946 and 1963 that demonstrate the benefit of documentary films in educating the people of the United States. These films opened the doors to a newer and better understanding of a vast variety of subjects that were being investigated at the time.

Language

English

Country

United States

Year of release

2005

Subjects

Education; Media studies

Keywords

documentary films; educational films; educational technology; teaching aids

Distribution Formats

Type

DVD

Format

Region 2 PAL

Price

£20.99

Availability

Sale

Duration/Size

144 minutes

Year

2005

Sections

Title

Choosing a Classroom Film

Synopsis

This clip taken from a Mc-Graw Hill film from 1963 explains the different types of documentaries available and the specific purpose of each. It also recommends ways of selecting the most appropriate films for classroom viewing.

Duration

20 mins

Title

Film Research and Learning

Synopsis

This short film produced by Wittich (Walter Arno) in 1956 outlines the benefits of films in classroom learning. It contains several examples and lots of statistical data, which drive home the significance of educational films in the process of teaching school children.

Duration

13 mins

Title

How to Use a Classroom Film

Synopsis

This clip from a 1963 film made by Centrol suggests, through illustrations, how schools should choose, preview, present and discuss classroom films.

Duration

14 mins

Title

Making Films That Teach

Synopsis

Ma in 1954 to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Encyclopedia Britannica Films, this film shows the steps in the process of producing educational films, including scripting, shooting, editing and capturing of sound.

Duration

18 mins

Title

The Unique Contribution (Part I & II)

Synopsis

This documentary, produced by Encyclopaedia Britannica Films in 1959, illustrates how educational films contribute to teaching and learning, with many examples taken from scientific and historical films.

Duration

29 mins

Title

Facts About Film

Synopsis

This film, produced for the International Film Bureau, provides guidelines for operating a film projector. Several do’s and don’ts are highlighted. It also demonstrates the consequences of ignoring rules while operating a projector.

Duration

10 mins

Title

Photography

Synopsis

This clip, produced in 1946 by Burton Holmes Films Inc, examines the various opportunities that photography offered in terms of a career and provides tips on how to select the one most suited to the individual.

Duration

8 mins

Distributor

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