English I Video List (2015-2016)

As part of our study of literature, the English I classes utilize videos available to enhance our course of study. Viewing, listening, and analysis skills are a part of this program. We may be viewing the following materials, in whole or in part, as time permits. Please visit https://www.commonsensemedia.org/movie-reviews for more information about the following vides. Ulysses. (1954) Starring . Adaptation of Homer’s The Odyssey. Not rated. The Odyssey. (1997) Starring Armand Assante. Rated PG-13. Romeo & Juliet. (1968) Directed by Franco Zeffirelli. Rated PG-13. West Side Story. (1961) Starring Natalie Wood and Rita Moreno. Not rated. Romeo & Juliet (1997) Starring Leonardo DiCaprio. Rated PG-13. To Kill a Mockingbird. (1962) Starring . Not rated. Most Dangerous Game. (1932) Starring Faye Wray and Joel McCrea. Not rated. The Murder of Emmett Till. PBS. The Scottsboro Tragedy, PBS. O Brother Where Art Thou. Starring . Rated PG-13. Clash of the Titans. (1981) Starring Harry Hamlin. Rated PG. (2003) Starring Oskar Werner & . Not rated. 2081. Not rated. (based on Harrison Bergeron)

Plus any videos already in our library pertaining to author biographies, poetry, grammar, or writing.

Based on the standards presented in the Texas Essential Knowledge & Skills the use of these videos provides the students the ability to  Examine the effect of media in constructing his/her own perception of reality  Recognize how visual and sound techniques or design convey messages in media such as special effects, editing, camera angles, reaction shots, sequencing, and music  Deconstruct media to get the main idea of the messenger’s content (Describe how meaning are communicated through elements of design, including shape, line, color, and texture

Many students are visual learners and the reinforcement of the spoken and written word in visual form can cement their beliefs and knowledge of a particular concept, theme, etc. Additionally, a student’s attention span during a video is increased as compared to direct teaching and group work. Students often think in pictures, so class discussions are more productive when students can then go back to a scene in the video and use that as evidence for his/her assertion.

(Please complete the back and return this page) L. Rivera

Video Permission Slip Pre-AP English I

Parent Signature Sheet

I have received and read the list of possible videos for Mrs. Rivera’s English I class at Corsicana High School. I am aware that some of these videos will be watched in their entirety, some will only be used for the viewing of specific scenes, and some may not end up being utilized at all.

I also understand that if I do not wish my child to view one or more of the videos I will submit my concerns in writing, via this permission slip. I also realize that my child will be sent to the library during this time and will be given an alternate assignment to be completed during the duration of the video and additional video related assignments.

Student Name: ______Pre AP English I Period: ______

Parent Name (please print): ______Parent Signature: ______Date: ______

Parent contact information (email or phone number): ______

___ My son/daughter has permission to view the videos listed in the video permission slip provided by the teacher.

___ My son/daughter may watch all of the videos EXCEPT 1. ______2. ______3. ______

___ Please contact me about the following video(s) ______

(Please sign and return this page) L. Rivera