Understanding Mass Media. 5th ed.
Understanding the Film: An Introduction to Film Appreciation. 5th ed.
Upon the Head of the Goat: A Childhood in Hungary 1939-1944
Video in Focus: A Guide to Viewing and Producing Video
Visual Communication: Images With Messages
Visual Messages: Integrating Imagery Into Instruction
Voices of the First Nations
Voices Under One Sky: Contemporary Native Literature
Voices: Being Native in Canada. 2nd ed.
Understanding Mass Media. 5th ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Jawitz, William. NTC Publishing Group (LRDC), 1996. 512 p. Order no. 8651 ($52.35 hdc.).
This is an updated edition of an American resource. It provides information and activity suggestions to develop awareness of the influence that various media have on our lives. Included are sections about advertising, journalism, film and recording media, stereotypes, and the effects of technological advances.
Suggested Use: Media Studies 20; Teacher Reference
Other Use: English Language Arts 10
Understanding the Film: An Introduction to Film Appreciation. 5th ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Bone, Jan and Johnson, Ron. NTC Publishing Group (LRDC), 1997. 351 p. Order no. 8690 ($47.15 U.S. pbk.).
This interesting film analysis shows how viewing, perceiving, and evaluating film can be effective classroom activities. The book stresses ways in which film genres and techniques affect viewers' emotions and attitudes. Numerous references to popular American films of the 1980s and ‘90s are included in topics such as the factors influencing our understanding of film, film terminology, a case study of one film's production from script to film, made-for-television movies, and criteria for evaluating film. Interspersed throughout the book are 20 profiles of well-known film professionals including actors, makeup artists, and producers. Brief discussion questions and activities are provided for each chapter. Included are a table of contents, an appendix of selected American films, and an extensive index. The teacher's guide lists objectives of film study, and discussion, activity, and viewing suggestions.
Suggested Use: Media Studies 20
Other Use: English Language Arts 10
Upon the Head of the Goat: A Childhood in Hungary 1939-1944 (Print-Non-Fiction). Siegal, Aranka. Farrar, Straus & Giroux, Inc. (UTP), 1981. 214 p. ISBN 0-374-38059-7 ($23.00 hdc.).
A Newbery Honor book, this is an Auschwitz survivor's story of the gradual Nazi influence on her family in Beregszasz, Hungary from 1939 to 1944. Siegal demonstrates how, even in times of severe deprivation and fear in Beregszasz and later in Auschwitz, friendships flourished and displays of courage were a daily occurrence. Siegal's strongest images are of her mother, who fought to keep the family together and who believed that trying to retain a veneer of normalcy was necessary if the family were to maintain their human dignity.
Suggested Use: English Language Arts 20; Recollection
Video in Focus: A Guide to Viewing and Producing Video (Print-Non-Fiction). Hone, Rick and Flynn, Liz. Globe Fearon Educational Publisher (PRN), 1992. 195 p. ISBN 0-88996-344-4 ($32.88 pbk.). Teacher's Guide - ISBN 0-88996-281-2 ($32.88 loose-leaf).
This basic guide to video production describes the features of a camcorder, tripods, lighting, and graphics equipment. It suggests advanced camera techniques, looks at recording sound, and helps in planning varied types of video productions. It offers black and white photos. Included are a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. Limited stock is available.
Suggested Use: Journalism Studies 20; Media Studies 20
Other Use: Arts Education: Secondary Level
Visual Communication: Images With Messages (Print-Non-Fiction). Lester, Paul Martin. Wadsworth Publishers (LRDC), 1995. 450 p. Order no. 8326 ($58.65 pbk.).
This resource offers an engaging look at visual perception and a discussion of the personal, historical, technical, ethical, cultural, and critical perspectives from which viewers analyze images. Through an exploration of historical and contemporary images, the book shows ways of looking at visual text in both print and electronic media. As well, the book provides information and examples that illustrate stereotyping with images and discusses the ethics of visual persuasion in advertising, public relations, and journalism. Included are a table of contents, detailed index, glossary, bibliography, and numerous photographs of images from several media.
Suggested Use: Journalism Studies 20; Media Studies 20
Visual Messages: Integrating Imagery Into Instruction (Print-Non-Fiction). Haley, Gail E and Considine, David. Teacher Ideas Pr. (LRDC), 1992. 269 p. Order no. 14188 ($43.40 pbk.).
In this examination of mass media and its effect on our culture, the authors discuss the problems associated with the communication revolution and give practical suggestions for strategies, ideas, and activities that can be integrated into curricula. The book includes topics relating to television, advertising, and radio and the recording industry. The book contains a table of contents and an index.
Suggested Use: Journalism Studies 20; Media Studies 20; Teacher Reference
Voices of the First Nations (Print-Anthology). Ahenakew, Freda, Gardipy, Brenda and Lafonde, Barbara, eds. (The Senior Issues Collection). McGraw-Hill Ryerson Limited (MHR), 1995. 250 p. ISBN 0-07-551690-X ($18.45 pbk.). Teacher's Guide - ISBN 0-07-551591-8 ($38.55 pbk.).
(SK, I/M) The prose, poetry, and drama selections in this anthology of Aboriginal writing present a wide variety of perspectives, representation, and depth of emotion. The book contains a table of contents.
Suggested Use: Creative Writing 20; English Language Arts 20; Multigenre
Other Use: English Language Arts 10; Canadian Studies
Voices Under One Sky: Contemporary Native Literature (Print-Anthology). Roman, Trish Fox, ed. (Reflections in Fiction and Non-Fiction Series). ITP Nelson Canada (LRDC), 1994. 224 p. Order no. 7925 ($20.90 pbk.). Teacher's Guide - Order no. 7926 ($21.75 pbk.).
(CAN, I/M) This collection of Aboriginal literature contains poetry, short stories, memoirs, and legends. Included are a table of contents which lists each author's nation, a map of cultural and linguistic groups, brief biographies of authors, and an index of alternate themes. The teacher's guide provides introductions to each theme, summaries and activities for each selection, and lists of further reading.
Suggested Use: English Language Arts 20; Multigenre; Recollection
Other Use: English Language Arts: Grades 6 to 9; English Language Arts 10
Voices: Being Native in Canada. 2nd ed. (Print-Anthology). Jaine, Linda and Taylor, Drew Hayden, eds. University of Saskatchewan (LRDC), 1995. 162 p. Order no. 15092 ($17.90 pbk.).
(SK, I/M) The stories and essays in this collection present viewpoints from Aboriginal people in several areas of the country and from several walks of life. Included are a table of contents and brief biographic notes on the contributors.
Suggested Use: English Language Arts 20; Recollection; Short Prose