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Movie/videos are occasionally shown in the classroom if it supports the curriculum. For example, a teacher and class might read a novel together, and then watch the movie version. They might compare the movie and the book, and note differences in the way characters are portrayed, or how the moviemakers modified the original story written by the author.
In addition to reviewing a movie themselves, teachers are highly encouraged to use https://www.commonsensemedia.org/ to vet movies prior to determine if they are appropriate for the classroom.
Movies rated "G" are appropriate for elementary, middle and high school. Movies rated “PG” for elementary school and “PG-13” and above for high school should be shown under the following conditions:
- Administrator’s approval
- It should have very strong educational value, and enhance the curriculum.
- The teacher should have carefully previewed the movie to ensure that it is appropriate to show to children.
- A permission slip must go home to parents, explaining the content of the movie, why it is being shown, and clearly list the rating of the movie. If a child does not have permission to view a film, the teacher will respect the parents’ right to choose, and provide an alternate learning activity.
- Excellent teaching utilizing movies typically involves stopping the video at different increments and asking questions to help students reflect or make connections.
Example Movie Permission Slip
Updated: 12/16/2019
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