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Which subject	English
What topic	cinematic techniques
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 9
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Topic

Cinematic Techniques

Objectives

• Understand and identify various cinematic techniques used in film.
• Analyze how these techniques affect storytelling and audience engagement.
• Develop critical viewing skills by examining a short film clip.

Materials

• Projector and screen
• Short film clip (5-10 minutes)
• Handouts outlining key cinematic techniques
• Whiteboard and markers
• Writing materials (notebooks, pens)

Grade/Age Group

Year 9

Subject

English

Class Size

20 students

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson corresponds with the national curriculum by promoting critical thinking and analytical skills as well as fostering an appreciation for film as a form of literature.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction	5 minutes	Briefly introduce the topic of cinematic techniques and their importance in film.
2	Presentation of Techniques	10 minutes	Present examples of various cinematic techniques (e.g., shot types, camera angles, lighting).
3	Film Clip Viewing	7 minutes	Show the selected short film clip. Encourage students to take notes on techniques observed.
4	Group Discussion	5 minutes	Facilitate a discussion on the techniques seen in the clip. Ask guiding questions about their effects.
5	Summary and Homework	3 minutes	Summarize key points learned during the lesson. Assign homework to analyze a scene from a film on their own, using the techniques discussed. Check homework without presentations.

Homework

• Analyze a chosen scene from any film, identifying at least three cinematic techniques used and discussing their impact on storytelling. Submit a written summary for review.

Assessment

• Formative assessment through participation in discussions and observation during the film clip viewing.
• Review of homework for understanding and application of cinematic techniques.

Lesson script