Shows how teachers can benefit enormously from the emergence of video distribution sites and the proliferation of mobile devices. This book invites teachers to experiment with film, and provides insights into how learners can engage with film. It includes over 100 activities for teachers to bring film into the language class.
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Teaching language using moving images
Film in Action convincingly places the moving image at the centre of the 21st century language learning agenda. This ground-breaking book shows how teachers can benefit enormously from the emergence of video distribution sites and the proliferation of mobile devices. The book invites teachers to experiment with film, and provides: Insights into how learners can engage with film. Over 100 activities for teachers to bring film into the language class. Steps for teachers and learners to create their own moving images. We are living in an age of visual information and Film in Action takes on the challenge of the digital revolution to show teachers the educational benefits of not just watching but also creating moving images.