Our IB DP Film workshops constitute formal IB training. All teachers who have successfully completed the workshop are provided with an IB/ISTA certificate to endorse the appropriate level of training.

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Overview of the Workshop: Category 3 – Collaborative film production
Collaborative Practical film production is a practical, hands-on filmmaking workshop that aims to bring accessible collaborative practical filmmaking techniques into the classroom. It is ideal for teachers who are less experienced with the practical aspects of collaborative film production and is focussed on making film with whatever technology is available to schools – all that is needed is a laptop, editing software and a recording device to be able to effectively implement the activities explored in this workshop.

Aim of the workshop
To engage participants in a range of collaborative filmmaking activities.
To deepen understanding of how to embed and facilitate practical filmmaking into the classroom environment.
To explore a range of practical activities to help prepare students for constructing a portfolio of film experiences.
To equip participants with the skills required to facilitate collaborative filmmaking activities (including identifying clear filmmaker intentions, developing story, approaches to forming groups, production planning, developing and applying skills and approaches to screenings).
To explore a range of approaches to capturing and documenting the filmmaking process and for reflecting on developing practice.

Target audience
This workshop is for IB film teachers and theatre teachers or teachers of any subject looking to up-skill their ability to film student work. No previous IB training required for the film workshop.

Specialist workshop & specialist workshop leader (SWL)
All participants will take part in one specialist workshop with a screenwriter.
Details to be confirmed by December 2022.

Film Viewings
All participants will view two films as part of the workshop.
Details to be confirmed by December 2022.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Sharon Lacoste McDonagh
I am a self-described global citizen. My parents’ careers took my family to Zambia, England, Egypt, Ethiopia and finally Sweden where I graduated from Stockholm University. As an adult I have lived in Egypt (again), Ecuador, Canada, Turkey, Hong Kong, Japan and Luxembourg.

Before becoming a teacher I worked for many years as an Art Director in the film industry which lent me some real-world experience to bring to the classroom. I helped to develop the practical film workshop with ISTA as a way to enable other educators to access the language of film in an approachable and achievable manner for those who have little or no prior experience with the medium.

As an educator I have taught Film, Art and ToK for the past several years with the aim to guide students towards their individual voices and to enable them to express their ideas in a framework that is persuasive as well as aware. I enjoy the collaborative learning process that teaching brings and the platform it offers students to develop themselves into independent thinkers who understand the purpose and value of their learning.

I am passionate about developing an educational framework where there is balanced collaboration between the teacher and the student that is engaging, meaningful and often fun which is why I have also developed filmmatters.education, a place and space to offer training and resources to educators in film.

Please note: This workshop is currently sold out. If you wish to be added to the waitlist please contact the Event Manager Sophie Galton sophie@ista.co.uk

Venue
British Film Institute
Belvedere Road
London SE1 8XT

Venue website

Event Manager
Sophie Galton

For participants
Registration is now open
Registration closes 20th January 2023

Workshop timings
The workshop begins at 9:00am on Friday 3rd February 2023 and ends at 3:00pm on Sunday 5th February 2023.

Participants are expected to attend all sessions on all days.

Registration fees

ISTA Members – GBP £840
Non ISTA Members – GBP £895
T-Shirt – GBP £20

Total cost per participant:
ISTA Members – GBP £860
Non ISTA Members – GBP £915

Please note
Fees include lunches and tea/coffee breaks daily and tickets for two film viewings.
Any bookings or amendments taken in the six weeks prior to the workshop will incur an additional GBP £50 late booking/amendment surcharge, subject to availability.
Once booked and invoiced the registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable as per event terms and conditions.

Travel & visas
Participants are advised to arrive in London by evening on Thursday 2nd February 2023 and should not plan to leave the venue before 3:00pm on Sunday 5th February 2023.

Late arrivals and early departures will result in the certificate of attendance not being issued.

Please note:
International travel should be planned accordingly.

Please ensure you have the correct visa to enter the United Kingdom and have checked entry requirements pertaining to COVID-19 regulations.

Participants are responsible for getting to and from the venue and cinemas during the event.

Accommodation
Participants will be asked to book and pay for their own hotel accommodation. We advise you choose accommodation close to The British Film Institute, Southbank, London.

Meals
Lunches and tea/coffee breaks are provided.

Participants will get free access to a variety of BFI content/discounts as part of the workshop.
Details will be provided soon.

What to bring
Current DP Film Course Guide (ask your IB coordinator to provide if you do not have it) .
Laptop, editing software and a recording device (all charging cables must be compatible with 230V and UK Type outlets)
Any materials shared with you prior to the workshop such as the workbook.
A notebook and pencil are always useful.