Describe the use of Films in teaching and learning

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R.E teachers are advised to identify whatever relevant films are available and where to find
them. It is important that they select films that are pertinent to the teaching objectives. Some of the places where films can be available are British Council Library.
National museums, American cultural Centre, Kenya Institute of Education. Kenya National
Library Service, Kenya National Archives, Universities and other Institutions of Higher learning The teacher should note that in some of these places for example the Kenya National Archives, films are not lent out but learners can be taken there to view them.
In deciding to use films, the teacher should be aware of their limitations such as the following:
- Some films can give learners incorrect notions.
- At times learners treat films as entertainment rather than learning features.
- Films may emphasize elements that should not be emphasized in the Course.
- Films are not very adaptable because it is difficult to excerpt what is wanted or to skip
what is irrelevant.
- They require special provision for projection.
- They take up fair amount of time, thought and money.
- Sometimes the language used is not to the level of the learners. As such learners do not
comprehend what they are portraying.
- Use of films disadvantages students with problems of hearing and seeing.
- They need a specialized (technical) skill for effective utilization which many teachers do
not have.
- In case of failure they can cause a certain amount of embarrassment and confusion.

Procedures for showing a film.
Below are some of the ways a teacher can prepare for film showing.
(1) Prepare yourself.
a) Select a film related to the study
b) Pay careful attention to the recommended level of use.
c) Check the equipment to ascertain that it is in good condition
d) Plan how it is going to be used.
e) Use film guides (pamphlets)
(2) Prepare the classroom.
a) Place the title, new vocabulary and main points or questions on the chalkboard.
b) Set up the equipment thread.
c) Check seating, the screen and ventilation.
(3) Prepare the learners
a) Introduce the film and tell them why they are viewing it the purpose ;
b) Display support material if any;
c) Explain the new words and terms appearing on the chalkboard.
d) Identify the learner’s activities.
e) Identify the main points they should look for in the film
f) Let students note down the questions to be answered by the use of a film.
g) Give them a study guide to follow if available.
(4) Present the film.
a) When everything is ready maintain silence and start the film.
b) Focus and frame the film.
c) Check sound level
d) Watch for film failure due to damage.
e) Do not make comments while the film is running.
f) If need arises, stop the machine for comments, discussion ore explanations before you
continue.
g) After completing showing film make a follow-up.
(5) Follow-up.
a) Ask students questions about the film.
b) Discuss the main features of the film.
c) Initiate creative follow-up activities, e.g written work, tests, projects, reading on the topic ,preparing a report.
d) If necessary reshow the film.

Titany answered the question on November 2, 2021 at 08:17

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