Documentary films are nonfiction movies intended to show some aspect about or world in order to educate, influence or make a historical record. The goal of a documentary film is to bring a real life story to an audience. They can be a fun and effective vehicle for sparking enthusiasm for digging deeper into a topic.
Are you a teacher who wants to assign documentary filmmaking but don’t have a background in film?
Digistars® Documentary Filmmaking for Kids- Curriculum for Teachers helps to guide teachers through the movie making process. There are 10 modules of instruction that lead students in creating a documentary film. These include how to research a topic, collect images, write scripts, record narration, and so much more. The program offers a complete curriculum for teachers including instructional videos, leadership guides, downloadable worksheets, etc.
If you are a teacher who is unsure of how to teach documentary film production or do not know the details of filmmaking, our program is perfect for you.
Unleash the power of the documentary film project to enhance and enrich learning and knowledge acquisition. Let us take you and your charges through the production process and nurture the next generation of digital storytellers. Learn more about Digistars Documentary Filmmaking programs.