Film workshops north of the 60th parallel
Two NFB Education specialists were recently in Yellowknife to give film workshops. Find out about their trip and what the NFB offers to students nationwide.
Education
Our educational offerings are in the spotlight here. These posts highlight the educational potential of our film collection, as well as specific ways in which our films can be used in the classroom and beyond.
Using the stories of Robert Munsch as a springboard for preschool learning
Educators: use the "Bunch of Munsch" film series as a springboard for preschool learning.
10 questions with Hélène Choquette, director of Little Big Girls—a new feature doc on early puberty
Go behind the scenes with "Little Big Girls" director Hélène Choquette, as her new doc on early puberty in girls premieres FOR FREE online (Oct. 17-19).
Science meets the paranormal and the animal kingdom
Help students use both deductive and inductive reasoning to develop hypotheses about the world around them with the Mystery Hunters and Be the Creature series.
Trust as predictor of student achievement
Educators: how can you develop a classroom culture based on trust? Discover an animated short film that can be used as a pedagogical tool.
Back to school with the NFB’s dedicated education team
The NFB Education team is eager to help you as you prepare your classes for the coming semester. Explore all that we have to offer!
Skateboarding, Torn Shoes, and Other Taboos
After viewing The Devil’s Toy Redux, the author talks about his teenage quest for identity, one marked by skateboarding and shopping centres.
Canada Day Challenge… Accepted!
Meet our dynamic contest winner! Many talented students participated in the Canada Day Challenge, and you can hear all about Sarah's experience. Maybe you should enter next year, too. Spread the word!
Show some love: make DIY animations with the NFB’s easy-to-use apps
Get inspired: you're gonna start animating! Send friends and family unique, heartfelt greetings through short, shareable animated videos made with our incredibly easy-to-use apps.
Holocaust Education Teaching Tools
Learn more about the NFB's Holocaust educational materials, including downloadable Virtual Classrooms and a variety of films, teaching guides, and apps that can help educators stimulate learning and discussion about the Holocaust.
Hit the lights! CAMPUS offers curated educational materials for the digital era
Get to know CAMPUS, your online streaming room of digital education content. Educators: you may have a subscription through your school board, and you might not even know it! Find out more in this post.
Meet NFB Education at Connect 2014
Are you planning on participating in CONNECT 2014, Canada's National Learning and Teaching Technology Conference? Drop by our NFB Education booth while you are there. Learn about new educational content and resources available for you and your students.