Sample Study Guide

Identify your theme or purpose for event, meeting or worship service. Consider the needs of your particular group.
Schedule time in advance of your event or meeting to preview possible titles. Include anyone who is to be involved in planning and design of your program or meeting.
Set up a proper viewing space. The room does not need to be darkened as long as there isn't a glare on your tv/monitor, or screen.
Before screening a video or DVD to be used in a group discussion setting, it is a good idea to prepare your group with general questions and discussion that address your theme.
Provide a brief introduction to the video or DVD. Then give your group one or two things to watch for or think about as they watch. View as a group.
Depending on the content, you may want to give people a few quiet moments before responding. If you have a large group, it can be a good idea to ask that people gather in smaller groups of 3 or 4 for discussion.
Response to the video or DVD can take many forms. You could start with a general question such as, "How did the video/DVD make you feel?" or "Was there anything new you learned?" Questions can become more specific, finally moving the group towards specific action or follow-up, as individuals or as a group, in response to the issue or ideas presented.

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