360° Video as a learning tool for filmmaking
Danielle Jayne Millea · Interactive Learning Environments · 2024
Filmmaking is an inherently practical area of study.Not all students can access film school because of monetary, location and health issues.Options without schooling are online in the form of tutorial videos.360° video offers a more interactive approach than traditional learning tools, and the technology can enhance learning and promote selfguided learning.Using constructivist grounded theory methodology through cyclic testing of mixed method data collection via six participant survey rounds, 360° video content was created and hosted on the online hub www.filmschool360.com( https://dmillea2662. Wixsite.com/framework/).A technical workflow was developed to show that 360° technology can aid practical filmmaking study.Filmmaking students, alumni, academics, technical staff, and professionals tested the videos and found them to be interesting, informative, and immersive.Audio, direction, and video elements were found to be important.One 360° video has the potential for freedom of learning through unique viewpoints while reducing creator costs.Short five-minute videos can provide an accessible learning method for those with disabilities, with no barriers towards gender or ethnicity.The freedom to navigate the videos empowers the learner, enhancing their self-guided learning skills.The bridge between traditional and online learning can be opened using 360° video.