Outstanding resource for young film makers. A 28 slide PowerPoint for a 10 week Film making course. Can be used to support any film making competition or production work for students of any age. Tasks included: Week 1-3 Pre-production Week 4-6 Filming Week 7-9 Post Production Week 10 Final Checks and evaluation OUTSTANDING RESOURCE AND SCHEME OF WORK 10 WEEK FILM MAKING COURSE. 28 slide PowerPoint that includes: - Roles and responsibilities - Research - Idea creation/development - script writing tasks - story-boarding, - Props, costume, location, actor list - Calling the shots - Final checks - Technical practice - Filming tasks - Post-Production tasks I hope you enjoy teaching this scheme of work as much as I did. Please give me feedback as I am interested in finding out if this resource was successful for you and your class.

Lesson 3 Media convergence OUTSTANDING LESSON Tasks included: do now, main activity, PPQ exam practice task, self/peer assessment task, homework task 3 lessons in one – This lesson could be taught over 2 or 3 separate lessons, depending on the amount of detail and depth you would like to go into. This is the second lesson of a series of a whole scheme of work for GCSE Media Studies TV game shows for KS4. This resource has been taught to year 9, 10 and 11’s and students have really enjoyed it. Learning objective: to understand the key term Media convergence. The learning journey is to outline what media convergence is? Apply my understanding of Media convergence? Evaluate the application of media convergence? The lesson covers media keywords Media convergence, technological convergence, cross media convergence Mainstream, Niche, Media platforms, Audience, Target Audience, Demographic, Lifestyle, Class, Age, Gender, Ethnicity, Spending Power, production companies, print, television programme, twitter, Facebook, website, radio, app, multiple media devices, produced, distributed, interaction, access, mobility, size, speed, ease, TV, magazine, video, posters, podcast, website, newspaper. Students love it and make good progress and the progression steps are clearly defined. The final task is an example of a past paper exam question. I hope you enjoy teaching this lesson as much as I did. There is also a homework slide attached. 17 Slide PowerPoint. More like 3 lessons in one! The PowerPoint can be saved and modified.

Lesson 8 Media Introduction to Representation 2 Stereotypes Tasks included: do now, main activity, PPQ exam practice task, self/peer assessment task, homework task OUTSTANDING LESSON 3 lessons in one – This lesson could be taught over 2 or 3 separate lessons, depending on the amount of detail and depth you would like to go into. This is the eighth lesson of a series of a whole scheme of work for GCSE Media Studies TV game shows for KS4. This resource has been taught to year 9, 10 and 11’s and students have really enjoyed it. Learning objective: To understand why stereotypes are essential within the media. The learning journey is to outline what stereotype is? Can I apply my understanding of stereotype? Can I evaluate the application of stereotypes in terms of TV game shows? The lesson covers media keywords Stereotype, Richard Dyer (1979), Representation, Power, newspapers, Media representation, mass media, media text, LCAGES, Identifying, media language, technical and cultural codes. Students love it and make good progress and the progression steps are clearly defined. The final task is an example of a past paper exam question. I hope you enjoy teaching this lesson as much as I did. Please give me feedback as I am interested in finding out if this resource was successful for you and your class. Any feedback would be appreciated. There is also a homework slide attached. 16 Slide PowerPoint. More like 3 lessons in one!

Title of lesson: Target Audience Psychographics Tasks include a range of differentiated activities (with A* challenge), such as a do now, main activity, practice exam question, self/peer assessment task, homework task.  OUTSTANDING LESSON PRODUCED BY A PEARSON TEACHING AWARD SILVER MEDAL WINNER  I taught the lesson in a 3 part series, but can equally be taught in 1 lesson or 2 depending on the ability of your students and the detail you wish to go into. This is part of a year long scheme of work that can be used for GCSE, AS or A Level Media Studies. This resource has and can be taught to year 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13’s. It has received very positive feedback from staff and students. This lesson: The learning objective: To understand the key terms Psychographics. The learning journey: Can I outline what Psychographics are? Can I Apply my understanding of Psychographics? Can I evaluate the application of Psychographics? The lesson covers: Mainstream, Social integration, Niche, gratification, Media platforms, Audience, Genre, Dating, Reality, Panel, Activity-Orientated, Puzzle, Quiz theory, Target Audience, Demographic, Lifestyle, Class, Age, Gender, Ethnicity, Spending Power, Revenue, Budget. Students love it and make good progress and the progress steps are clearly defined. The final task is an example of a past paper exam question.  There is also a homework slide attached. 17 Slide PowerPoint. More like 3 lessons in one! I strive to improve my resources so any feedback really appreciated. I hope you enjoy teaching this lesson as much as I did.

2017 Bring on the New Year with this awesome task sheet. Task: Complete the New Year challenges below? This year I want to…. At school my New Year’s resolutions is: At home my New Year resolution is: Things I would like to do again: This year I want to: My Goal this year is: Each resource can be stuck in books, used as individual posters, decorations, used by the students at home, or stuck in their planners. Brilliant for behaviour management, mindfulness and relaxation tasks. I have saved them in both each page as a PDF and Word for your ease of use. The resource would be brilliant for students at any level. It would also be a lovely bonding experience with your tutor group to decorate the room with. I hope you enjoy. If anyone wants any specific bespoke colouring challenges or decorations let me know and I can try to produce on request. Enjoy!

Title of lesson: Film Poster Tasks include a range of differentiated activities (with A* challenge), such as a do now, main activity, practice exam question, self/peer assessment task, homework task.  OUTSTANDING LESSON PRODUCED BY A PEARSON TEACHING AWARD SILVER MEDAL WINNER I taught the lesson in a 3 part series, but can equally be taught in 1 lesson or 2 depending on the ability of your students and the detail you wish to go into. This is part of a year long scheme of work that can be used for GCSE, AS or A Level Media Studies. This resource has and can be taught to year 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13’s. It has received very positive feedback from staff and students. This lesson: The learning objective: To define, apply and evaluate Film Poster designs. The learning journey: Can I outline Film Poster designs? Can I apply Film Poster designs? Can I evaluate Film Poster designs? The lesson covers: Film Poster, Denotation, Connotation, Media Products, Target Audience, Promotion, Advertising, Marketing strategies, Media Product, Title, Conventions, Big Bold, Clear, Actors, Genre, Colours, Brand, Genre, Typography, Style, Text, Images, Brand, Typography, Attention, Interest, Desire, Action, Plot, Iconography, Interest, Mainstream, Niche audience, Lasting appeal, Formats, Recognizability, Critical acclaim, Reviews, Tag-line. Students love it and make good progress and the progress steps are clearly defined. The final task is an example of a past paper exam question.  There is also a homework slide attached. 18 Slide PowerPoint. More like 3 lessons in one! I strive to improve my resources so any feedback really appreciated. I hope you enjoy teaching this lesson as much as I did.

Title of lesson: Camera Technique Masterclass Tasks include a range of differentiated activities (with A* challenge), such as a do now, main activity, practice exam question, self/peer assessment task, homework task.  OUTSTANDING LESSON PRODUCED BY A PEARSON TEACHING AWARD SILVER MEDAL WINNER  I taught the lesson in a 3 part series, but can equally be taught in 1 lesson or 2 depending on the ability of your students and the detail you wish to go into. This is part of a year long scheme of work that can be used for GCSE, AS or A Level Media Studies. This resource has and can be taught to year 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13’s. It has received very positive feedback from staff and students. This lesson: The learning objective: To develop Camera Techniques The learning journey: Can I outline Camera Techniques? Can I apply Camera Techniques? Can I evaluate the use of Camera Techniques? The lesson covers: Camera Techniques, Long shot, Mid/Medium Shot, Close up Shot, Extreme close up, Camera Shots, Establishing shot, Medium Long Shot, Extreme Close up, Camera Angles, Eye level, Low Angle, High Angle, Overhead Shot, Worms eye view, Camera Movement, Pan, Track, Dolly, Zoom, Tilt, Point of view, Dolly in Zoom out, Canted angle, Conversation shots, Over the shoulder, Face to Face, Two shot, Over the head, Focus Techniques, Manual focus, Depth of field, Pull focus, Composition, Pyramid, Rule of Thirds, Golden Section, Symmetry, Leadlines, Headroom, Talkspace, Leadroom, Animation, Claymotion, Cut out, Framing. Students love it and make good progress and the progress steps are clearly defined. The final task is an example of a past paper exam question.  There is also a homework slide attached. 16 Slide PowerPoint. More like 3 lessons in one! I strive to improve my resources so any feedback really appreciated. I hope you enjoy teaching this lesson as much as I did.

Film Todorov’s narrative theory lesson 15 AS Level Film Openings Media Studies Tasks included: do now, main activity, Practice exam task, self/peer assessment task, homework. OUTSTANDING LESSON PRODUCED BY A PEARSON TEACHING AWARD SILVER MEDAL WINNER 3 lessons in one – This lesson could be taught over 1-3 separate lessons, depending on the amount of detail and depth you would like to go into. This is a lesson in a series of a whole scheme of work for AS Level Film Openings Media Studies. This resource has been taught to year 9, 10 and 11’s and students have really enjoyed it. Learning objective: To understand why Gratification theory is essential to the film. The learning journey is: Can I outline Todorov’s narrative theory? Can I apply my understanding of Todorov’s narrative theory? Can I Evaluate Todorov’s narrative theory? The lesson covers media Todorov’s narrative theory, Equilibrium, disruption, recognition, restoration, the repair, Equilibrium, narrative, feature film, short film, Audience, Institution, Representation. Students love it and make good progress and the progression steps are clearly defined task. The final task is an example of a past paper exam question. I hope you enjoy teaching this lesson as much as I did. Please give me feedback as I am interested in finding out if this resource was successful for you and your class. Any feedback would be appreciated. There is also a homework slide attached. 20 Slide PowerPoint. More like 3 lessons in one!

This booklet covers the whole of the AS level Cambridge International Examination course. Could also be used as a template for any other GCSE or AS/A2 course. Should be handed out to the students at the start of the term. Contains the Component 1 portfolio briefs with lots of important information to ensure they achieve an A*/A for their portfolio. It also contains the marking criteria for the students to use. It contains a production diary section for the students to use on a weekly basis. Also contains the briefs and explanations for the exam component 2 and information that will help the students prepare for their exams. This booklet allows the teacher to have peace of mind that all the information on the course is in the students hands. This has been used successfully with our students and helped to achieve some outstanding coursework results. A must have for any teacher and student completing the CIE AS Media. You can adapt the booklet as you see fit. I have left our school logo on but you may want to remove that. This booklet has been put together by a Pearson Silver Award winner 2017.

AWESOME CHRISTMAS RIDDLES #3 Riddle challenge competition PowerPoint! OUTSTANDING RESOURCE – VERY SIMPLE TO LEAD AND LOTS OF FUN FOR YOUR STUDENTS! Students asked me to create riddle resources as they love riddles and the challenge. I have now made one tailored for CHRISTMAS. I have tested it on my students from years 7-13, a range of riddles easy, medium and challenge! It will encourage and develop lateral thinking within students, promote thinking outside the box! 10 riddles designed into a quiz type format. You can complete task in 30 minutes or 1 hour depending how long you give students to come up with their answers. I have suggested 2 minutes but this can be changed and adapted on the PowerPoint as it can be modified and saved. You can tailor to suit your purpose. Divide the class up or do it individually your choice, very clear and simple to use and follow. FUN FOR ALL AND GOOD FOR STUDENTS DEVELOPMENT! I hope you enjoy using this as much as I did. Please give me feedback as I am interested in finding out if this resource was successful for you and your class. 25 Slide PowerPoint.

Film and TV drama script writing lesson 16 AS, A Level or GCSE Tasks included: do now, main activity, Practice exam task, self/peer assessment task, homework. OUTSTANDING LESSON PRODUCED BY A PEARSON TEACHING AWARD SILVER MEDAL WINNER 3 lessons in one – This lesson could be taught over 1-3 separate lessons, depending on the amount of detail and depth you would like to go into. This is a lesson in a series of a whole scheme of work for AS Level Film Openings Media Studies but can be used for GCSE and A2. This resource has been taught to year 9, 10 and 11’s and students have really enjoyed it. Learning objective: To understand how to write a professional script. The learning journey is: Can I outline the script writing golden rules? Can I apply the script writing golden rules? Can I Improve my script using the script writing golden rules? The lesson covers media Script, Scriptwriting, Sections, Slug line, Actions, Characters, Protagonist, Antagonist, Present tense, Show don’t tell, Characters. Students love it and make good progress and the progression steps are clearly defined task. The final task is an example of a past paper exam question. I hope you enjoy teaching this lesson as much as I did. Please give me feedback as I am interested in finding out if this resource was successful for you and your class. Any feedback would be appreciated. There is also a homework slide attached. 18 Slide PowerPoint. More like 3 lessons in one!

AWESOME CHRISTMAS RIDDLES #1 Riddle challenge competition PowerPoint! OUTSTANDING RESOURCE – VERY SIMPLE TO LEAD AND LOTS OF FUN FOR YOUR STUDENTS! Students asked me to create riddle resources as they love riddles and the challenge. I have now made one tailored for CHRISTMAS. I have tested it on my students from years 7-13, a range of riddles easy, medium and challenge! It will encourage and develop lateral thinking within students, promote thinking outside the box! 10 riddles designed into a quiz type format. You can complete task in 30 minutes or 1 hour depending how long you give students to come up with their answers. I have suggested 2 minutes but this can be changed and adapted on the PowerPoint as it can be modified and saved. You can tailor to suit your purpose. Divide the class up or do it individually your choice, very clear and simple to use and follow. FUN FOR ALL AND GOOD FOR STUDENTS DEVELOPMENT! I hope you enjoy using this as much as I did. Please give me feedback as I am interested in finding out if this resource was successful for you and your class. 25 Slide PowerPoint.

Christmas Decorations for all ages. 13 different decoration tasks sheets with over 52 different designs. Get your students into the christmas mood with these decorations that can be hung up in classrooms or on he tree. Perfect for tutor times and classes. Perfect for any age, SEN, EAL or any academic level. Enjoy!

Title of lesson: Film Website Tasks include a range of differentiated activities (with A* challenge), such as a do now, main activity, practice exam question, self/peer assessment task, homework task.  OUTSTANDING LESSON PRODUCED BY A PEARSON TEACHING AWARD SILVER MEDAL WINNER I taught the lesson in a 3 part series, but can equally be taught in 1 lesson or 2 depending on the ability of your students and the detail you wish to go into. This is part of a year long scheme of work that can be used for GCSE, AS or A Level Media Studies. This resource has and can be taught to year 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13’s. It has received very positive feedback from staff and students. This lesson: The learning objective: To define, apply and evaluate Film Website designs. The learning journey: Can I outline Film Website designs?, Can I apply Film Website designs?, Can I evaluate Film Website designs? The lesson covers: Denotation, Connotation, Media Products, Target Audience, Promotion, Advertising, Marketing strategies, Media Product, Title, Conventions, Big Bold, Clear, Actors, Genre, Colours, Brand, Genre, Typography, Style, Text, Images, Brand, Typography, Attention, Interest, Desire, Action, Plot, Iconography, Interest, Mainstream, Niche audience, Lasting appeal, Formats, Recognizability, Critical acclaim, Reviews, Tagline, Website, Homepage, Subpages, Responsive design, Minimalism, User-Friendly, Personalized use experience, Extraordinary content, Unique navigation, Blair Witch Project, Viral, Budget, Gross, Marketing campaign, Convention. Students love it and make good progress and the progress steps are clearly defined. The final task is an example of a past paper exam question.  There is also a homework slide attached. 21 Slide PowerPoint. More like 3 lessons in one! I strive to improve my resources so any feedback really appreciated. I hope you enjoy teaching this lesson as much as I did.

Title of lesson: Short FIlms Tasks include a range of differentiated activities (with A* challenge), such as a do now, main activity, practice exam question, self/peer assessment task, homework task.  OUTSTANDING LESSON PRODUCED BY A PEARSON TEACHING AWARD SILVER MEDAL WINNER I taught the lesson in a 3 part series, but can equally be taught in 1 lesson or 2 depending on the ability of your students and the detail you wish to go into. This is part of a year long scheme of work that can be used for GCSE, AS or A Level Media Studies. This resource has and can be taught to year 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13’s. It has received very positive feedback from staff and students. This lesson: The learning objective: To define, apply and evaluate Short Films. The learning journey: Can I outline Short Films?, Can I apply Short Films?, Can I evaluate Short Films? The lesson covers: Short film, Feature film, Shorter the better, Keep practicalities in mind, Make it visual, Engage the reader, Beware of Cliches, Find single moments, Tell a story, Golden rules of scriptwriting, Hook, Audience satisfied, Gratification, Stereotypes, Protagonist, Story (Conflict that has to be resolved), Compelling story. Students love it and make good progress and the progress steps are clearly defined. The final task is an example of a past paper exam question.  There is also a homework slide attached. 16 Slide PowerPoint. More like 3 lessons in one! I strive to improve my resources so any feedback really appreciated. I hope you enjoy teaching this lesson as much as I did.

Title of lesson: Cinematography Part 2 Lighting Tasks include a range of differentiated activities (with A* challenge), such as a do now, main activity, practice exam question, self/peer assessment task, homework task.  OUTSTANDING LESSON PRODUCED BY A PEARSON TEACHING AWARD SILVER MEDAL WINNER I taught the lesson in a 3 part series, but can equally be taught in 1 lesson or 2 depending on the ability of your students and the detail you wish to go into. This is part of a year long scheme of work that can be used for GCSE, AS or A Level Media Studies. This resource has and can be taught to year 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13’s. It has received very positive feedback from staff and students. This lesson: The learning objective: To define, apply and evaluate Cinematography lighting in film. The learning journey: Can I outline Lighting Cinematography?, Can I apply Lighting Cinematography?, Can I evaluate Lighting Cinematography? The lesson covers: Cinematography, Director of Photography, electric, Gaffer, Rigging Gaffer, Best Boy electric, Electricians/sparks, Brightness, Contrast, Colour, Focus, Depth of Field, Grain, Perspective, Quality of light, Look, High Key, Low Key, Mid Key, Silhouette, Golden Hour, Key light, Fill light, Back/Hair/Edge/Rim light. Students love it and make good progress and the progress steps are clearly defined. The final task is an example of a past paper exam question. There is also a homework slide attached. 23 Slide PowerPoint. More like 3 lessons in one! I strive to improve my resources so any feedback really appreciated. I hope you enjoy teaching this lesson as much as I did.

A fantastic Remembrance resource!!! Get your students designing a poppy. 6 fantastic designs that can be cut out and used as a poppy. Suitable for all ages. From Primary to Secondary. Tutor time or class time. Simply print out the worksheet, give to the students, set them the task of designing/colouring in the poppies in whatever style they would like, cut the poppy out, disassemble a poppy and then reassemble it using which ever design the students choose. There are 6 designs to choose from. A wonderful task that gives students the opportunity to reflect on what Remembrance Day means and enabling them to be part of it. Enjoy, I will be completing this task in order to get the students understanding the importance of Remembrance.

Use for GCSE, AS or A2 ACHIEVE A*'s with this AWESOME A3 FILM REVISION POSTER - AUDIENCE Revision poster for any media subject, any board that focuses on the key principles of AUDIENCE in Film or Moving image. This can be used for an A3 or larger display around the classroom, or as A4 revision crib sheets for your students. Keywords, media language, theories, quotes and examples on one sheet: Target Audience Demographics Psychographics Mainstream Niche Media Convergence Technological Convergence Use and Gratification Model Blumler and Katz Hypodermic needle model Visceral Vicarious Vicarious Plutchiks Colour wheel Guaranteed to help your students achieve an A* last year I achieved 100% pass rate with a very similar poster. I will be giving this out to all my students.

Awesome Santa's Christmas Travel Quiz Can you guess the country Santa is visiting? OUTSTANDING RESOURCE – VERY SIMPLE TO LEAD AND LOTS OF FUN FOR YOUR STUDENTS! Students asked me to create a geography challenge quiz for tutor time so that they could revise and get a better understanding of countries around the world. I have now made a bespoke one tailored for the run up to CHRISTMAS. I intend to use this resource for all my students from years 7-13! There are 15 silhouette images of the country's outline with a small clue from Santa to help the students. You can either have students work alone or in teams. There is a range of difficulties of the countries and could also be used at Staff parties for an easy ice breaker. It will encourage and develop lateral thinking, geography skills and knowledge and the sense of competition. 15 questions with clues designed into a quiz type format.