Author: Devin Orgeron
Publisher: OUP USA
ISBN: 0195383834
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 545
Book Description
'Learning With the Lights Off' is the first collection of essays to address the phenomenon of film's educational uses in 20th-century America. Each essay analyzes in close detail some crucial aspect of educational film history, ranging from case studies of films and filmmakers to analyses of genres and broader historical assessments.
Learning with the Lights Off
Author: Devin Orgeron
Publisher: OUP USA
ISBN: 0195383834
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 545
Book Description
'Learning With the Lights Off' is the first collection of essays to address the phenomenon of film's educational uses in 20th-century America. Each essay analyzes in close detail some crucial aspect of educational film history, ranging from case studies of films and filmmakers to analyses of genres and broader historical assessments.
Publisher: OUP USA
ISBN: 0195383834
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 545
Book Description
'Learning With the Lights Off' is the first collection of essays to address the phenomenon of film's educational uses in 20th-century America. Each essay analyzes in close detail some crucial aspect of educational film history, ranging from case studies of films and filmmakers to analyses of genres and broader historical assessments.
Learning with the Lights Off
Author: Devin Orgeron
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0195383842
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 544
Book Description
A vastly influential form of filmmaking seen by millions of people, educational films provide a catalog of twentieth century preoccupations and values. As a medium of instruction and guidance, they held a powerful cultural position, producing knowledge both inside and outside the classroom. This is the first collection of essays to address this vital phenomenon. The book provides an ambitious overview of educational film practices, while each essay analyzes a crucial aspect of educational film history, ranging from case studies of films and filmmakers to broader generic and historical assessments. Offering links to many of the films, Learning With the Lights Off provides readers the context and access needed to develop a sophisticated understanding of, and a new appreciation for, a much overlooked film legacy.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0195383842
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 544
Book Description
A vastly influential form of filmmaking seen by millions of people, educational films provide a catalog of twentieth century preoccupations and values. As a medium of instruction and guidance, they held a powerful cultural position, producing knowledge both inside and outside the classroom. This is the first collection of essays to address this vital phenomenon. The book provides an ambitious overview of educational film practices, while each essay analyzes a crucial aspect of educational film history, ranging from case studies of films and filmmakers to broader generic and historical assessments. Offering links to many of the films, Learning With the Lights Off provides readers the context and access needed to develop a sophisticated understanding of, and a new appreciation for, a much overlooked film legacy.
Learning to Walk in the Dark
Author: Barbara Brown Taylor
Publisher: Canterbury Press
ISBN: 1848256175
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
In this long awaited follow-up to the best-selling An Altar in the World, Barbara Brown Taylor explores ‘the treasures of darkness’ that the Bible speaks about. What can we learn about the ways of God when we cannot see the way ahead, are lost, alone, frightened, not in control or when the world around us seems to have descended into darkness?
Publisher: Canterbury Press
ISBN: 1848256175
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
In this long awaited follow-up to the best-selling An Altar in the World, Barbara Brown Taylor explores ‘the treasures of darkness’ that the Bible speaks about. What can we learn about the ways of God when we cannot see the way ahead, are lost, alone, frightened, not in control or when the world around us seems to have descended into darkness?
Flashlight
Author: Lizi Boyd
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 9781452118949
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Inside the tent it's cozy, but what is going on outside? Is it dark? Is it scary? Not if you have your trusty flashlight! A charming story told solely through images: Through neatly drawn illustrations and a spare yet dramatic color palette, artist Lizi Boyd offers an enchanting exploration of night, nature, and art with Flashlight. Both lyrical and humorous, this visual poem—like the flashlight beam itself—reveals there is magic in the darkness. We just have to look for it. • A wordless storybook with stunning visuals that aims to lighten the fear of the dark and the noises that come with it • Book inspires the imagination and creativity in young minds • Lizi Boyd is the author and illustrator of many children's books, including Inside Outside and Flashlight, and also creates papers, ribbons, cards, and other works of delight "Flashlight allows readers to experience the wonder and excitement of nighttime exploration in the woods and wordlessly entices readers to explore the hidden nature outside their own homes." —The Busy Librarian • Appeals to readers of all ages with the calming, yet adventurous tone • Books for kids ages 5-6 • Children's picture books for preschool through first grade
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 9781452118949
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Inside the tent it's cozy, but what is going on outside? Is it dark? Is it scary? Not if you have your trusty flashlight! A charming story told solely through images: Through neatly drawn illustrations and a spare yet dramatic color palette, artist Lizi Boyd offers an enchanting exploration of night, nature, and art with Flashlight. Both lyrical and humorous, this visual poem—like the flashlight beam itself—reveals there is magic in the darkness. We just have to look for it. • A wordless storybook with stunning visuals that aims to lighten the fear of the dark and the noises that come with it • Book inspires the imagination and creativity in young minds • Lizi Boyd is the author and illustrator of many children's books, including Inside Outside and Flashlight, and also creates papers, ribbons, cards, and other works of delight "Flashlight allows readers to experience the wonder and excitement of nighttime exploration in the woods and wordlessly entices readers to explore the hidden nature outside their own homes." —The Busy Librarian • Appeals to readers of all ages with the calming, yet adventurous tone • Books for kids ages 5-6 • Children's picture books for preschool through first grade
Learning with the Lights Off
Author: Devin Orgeron
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 019045251X
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 544
Book Description
A vastly influential form of filmmaking seen by millions of people, educational films provide a catalog of twentieth century preoccupations and values. As a medium of instruction and guidance, they held a powerful cultural position, producing knowledge both inside and outside the classroom. This is the first collection of essays to address this vital phenomenon. The book provides an ambitious overview of educational film practices, while each essay analyzes a crucial aspect of educational film history, ranging from case studies of films and filmmakers to broader generic and historical assessments. Offering links to many of the films, Learning With the Lights Off provides readers the context and access needed to develop a sophisticated understanding of, and a new appreciation for, a much overlooked film legacy.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 019045251X
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 544
Book Description
A vastly influential form of filmmaking seen by millions of people, educational films provide a catalog of twentieth century preoccupations and values. As a medium of instruction and guidance, they held a powerful cultural position, producing knowledge both inside and outside the classroom. This is the first collection of essays to address this vital phenomenon. The book provides an ambitious overview of educational film practices, while each essay analyzes a crucial aspect of educational film history, ranging from case studies of films and filmmakers to broader generic and historical assessments. Offering links to many of the films, Learning With the Lights Off provides readers the context and access needed to develop a sophisticated understanding of, and a new appreciation for, a much overlooked film legacy.
Honoring the Light of the Child
Author: Sonnie McFarland
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780975488720
Category : Children
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
The author, with more than 30 years of Montessori education experience, shares classroom-tested activities to help foster the love light in every child. This book provides practical and imaginative ways to help children recognize and experience their love lights and become responsible global citizens. The peace-education activities help to nurture skills such as effective communication, conflict resolution, self-confidence, cultural awareness, and more.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780975488720
Category : Children
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
The author, with more than 30 years of Montessori education experience, shares classroom-tested activities to help foster the love light in every child. This book provides practical and imaginative ways to help children recognize and experience their love lights and become responsible global citizens. The peace-education activities help to nurture skills such as effective communication, conflict resolution, self-confidence, cultural awareness, and more.
The Last Lecture
Author: Randy Pausch
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780340978504
Category : Cancer
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The author, a computer science professor diagnosed with terminal cancer, explores his life, the lessons that he has learned, how he has worked to achieve his childhood dreams, and the effect of his diagnosis on him and his family.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780340978504
Category : Cancer
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The author, a computer science professor diagnosed with terminal cancer, explores his life, the lessons that he has learned, how he has worked to achieve his childhood dreams, and the effect of his diagnosis on him and his family.
Closer to the Light
Author: Melvin Morse
Publisher: Random House Digital, Inc.
ISBN: 0804108323
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
Case studies of near-death experiences in children reveal the patients' ability to communicate with deceased relatives and friends, as well as their experiences while dead
Publisher: Random House Digital, Inc.
ISBN: 0804108323
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
Case studies of near-death experiences in children reveal the patients' ability to communicate with deceased relatives and friends, as well as their experiences while dead
Mickey Mouse Clubhouse
Author: Mark Rader
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781450807630
Category : Board books
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Flip a switch and brighten up story time! Book includes a working light switch that toggles on and off. Each time the light switch is flipped, a sound effect plays. Light has oval-shaped glow-in-the-dark cover; 5 story spreads; 6 triggers; 3 AG-13 button cell batteries are included. 8 X 9
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781450807630
Category : Board books
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Flip a switch and brighten up story time! Book includes a working light switch that toggles on and off. Each time the light switch is flipped, a sound effect plays. Light has oval-shaped glow-in-the-dark cover; 5 story spreads; 6 triggers; 3 AG-13 button cell batteries are included. 8 X 9
Lights Out
Author: Susan Reagan & Marsha Diane Arnold
Publisher: The Creative Company/Creative Editions
ISBN: 1684522358
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
In a world marred by light pollution, this quest for true darkness is a clarion call to turn out the lights--so that all may see.
Publisher: The Creative Company/Creative Editions
ISBN: 1684522358
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
In a world marred by light pollution, this quest for true darkness is a clarion call to turn out the lights--so that all may see.