Ida B. Wells Middle

Nila Austin

School Enrichment Coordinator at District of Columbia Public Schools (USA)

Out of 10, how would you rate your expectations prior to running the course – and why?

I would rate my expectations of the course as a 9. I didn’t have much experience with leading a film program but after you provided the Teacher’s Survival Guide, I was able to integrate my own teaching style into the course.

Out of 10, how satisfied were you with the course?

My satisfaction with the course is rated as a 10 because my students tapped into levels of creativity that they weren’t previously aware of and thoroughly enjoyed progressing through the film lessons.

Please rate the course in the following areas (1 – VERY POOR, 2 – POOR, 3- SATISFACTORY, 4 – GOOD, 5 – EXCELLENT) as well as any general comments:

* Screen time Vs Practical activity – rated as 5 (excellent)
* Age-appropriateness of content – rated as 5 (excellent)
* Learning new skills – rated as 5 (excellent)
* Quality of pupil films – rated as 5 (excellent)

Please rate the course in the following areas (1 – VERY POOR, 2 – POOR, 3- SATISFACTORY, 4 – GOOD, 5 – EXCELLENT):

* Film History – rated as 5 (excellent)
* Fight Choreography – rated as 5 (excellent)
* Camera – rated as 5 (excellent)
* 10-Shot Film Challenge – rated as 5 (excellent)

What other aspects of filmmaking are you interested in (not covered by the course) if any?

Thanks to this course, my students understand some of the foundational tools needed to be a successful film director. However, since my students mostly created social justice-themed clips, I’d love for them to learn more techniques for creating films that promote awareness, justice, and action.