Analysis of Learning Models in Film

Abstract

As holders of an important role in learning, teachers and prospective teachers should be equipped with competence in solving problems in the classroom. In the film "Freedom Writer" there are several scenes that we can sample to improve competence in solving problems in class. In the movie "Freedom Writer" the problem that arises in class is about racism. The purpose of this film is to identify problems that can occur in the classroom and how to overcome them. The method used in this research is a two-stage signification semiotic analysis method by Roland Barthes. The main data is obtained based on observations by watching the film Freedom Writers, then the author will make thorough and in-depth observations of each shot per scene. Next, the writer will identify the dialogue and visual images that can represent and describe the social message being studied. Secondary data will be obtained through literature study using reading literature, reading books and scientific works that are related and relevant to the object of research to be studied. The conclusion of this study is the meaning of the educational message contained in the film Freedom Writers which is an example of how teachers or prospective teachers are able to solve problems in the classroom. This film also teaches the value of anti-racism and violence, the value of cooperation, and the value of justice.