This document discusses different camera shots and angles and their effect on audience involvement and reaction. It explains that shots like point of view shots, reaction shots, and shot reverse shots aim to position the audience as a third party in the scene to make them feel more involved in the story. The lesson tasks students to analyze film clips, identify the shot types used, and discuss how the shots aim to achieve audience positioning effects.
Explanation of photojournalism and a bit about the photo essay. Includes searching for Google images that are free to use and share, as well as examples.
Presentation by Harlie Dover for CitizenShift's Media in Action Workshop held at McGill's Department of Integrated Studies in Education on March 26th, 2010.
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We all have good and bad thoughts from time to time and situation to situation. We are bombarded daily with spiraling thoughts(both negative and positive) creating all-consuming feel , making us difficult to manage with associated suffering. Good thoughts are like our Mob Signal (Positive thought) amidst noise(negative thought) in the atmosphere. Negative thoughts like noise outweigh positive thoughts. These thoughts often create unwanted confusion, trouble, stress and frustration in our mind as well as chaos in our physical world. Negative thoughts are also known as “distorted thinking”.
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The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
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An EFL lesson about the current events in Palestine. It is intended to be for intermediate students who wish to increase their listening skills through a short lesson in power point.
4. Nothing is ever in the scene ‘by
accident’
Denotation:
The objects/items that are in the picture
Connotation
What the objects and items suggest
The person/institution who made the media will
already have an idea about what suggestions they
want to make.
5. Task
Create a list with the denotations and connotations of this image.
Once you’ve completed your list, write a paragraph explaining the
meaning behind the image.
6. Audience positioning
• Audiences enjoy texts when they feel involved
in them.
• We will learn to analyse the techniques used
to ‘sew’ the audience into the text.
– Narrative (the story)
– Development ( how the story is told)
7. Point of View shots
• Adopts the position
of the character –
over the shoulder or
‘in their eyes’
• Audience feels they
are experiencing
things as well.
9. Insert shots
• Gives the audience extra information that one
or more characters may not know yet. The
audience is aware of what is happening when
some characters do not.
10. Shot reverse shot
• Camera alternates
between 2 characters.
• Usually as part of a
conversation.
• Audience feels like 3rd
person in the shot.
11. Task
• We will watch a series of different film clips.
• Consider the shot types used
• Consider the audience positioning
techniques used
• Comment on why you think the director
chose each shot type. What was the desired
effect? Do you feel this effect was achieved?
13. Task - Homework
• Watch the final battle
of the Lion King.
• Record the information
as before in note form
in your book.
• Write a brief analysis of
the scene, making
reference to the shot
types and audience
positioning techniques
used, commenting on
why they were used
and if they were
effective.
