Simple Cinema, Complex Conversations： How passive Viewing Encourages Active Dialogue

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Title:	Simple Cinema, Complex Conversations： How passive Viewing Encourages Active Dialogue
Authors:	Timothy R. Fox
Contributors:	中國文化大學
Date:	2004-05-01
Issue Date:	2012-05-09 12:07:02 (UTC+8)
Abstract:	This paper discusses the benefits derived from passive film viewing. These are highlighted in examination of a semester-long weekly extracurricular activity in which students view a feature-length file and are then allowed to have free conversation. An analysis of the various discussion subjects reveals a number of surprises, most notably the tendency for students to engage in dialogue about highly relevant subjets of pertinence to human rights, social responsibility, justice and equality. It is argued here that the passive viewing of film is the catalyst for these insightful and intellectually beneficial discussions. This paper concludes with brief suggestions on how instructors can encourage similar results in a language classroom setting through the use of video and careful application of managerial techniques that ensure respect and opportunity are rigorously observed.
Relation:	華岡外語學報 10期 P.131-149
Appears in Collections:	[College of Foreign Languages and Literature] Hwa Kang Journal of TEFL

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