From the Library
- Alexander Street Press This link opens in a new windowCollection is primarily documentary, but also includes historic newsreels, interviews, instructional series, and music. 'My Collections' lists includes categories, browse 'Disciplines' for series in a subject area.
On the web
- Crash CourseEducational videos designed for use by teachers in the classroom or by students independently. Organized topically, covering math, science, history, engineering, sociology, and more!
- Big ThinkVideo interviews with 600+ thought leaders in a range of fields. Idea: Use to spark online discussion forums.
- CosmoLearningThis is an aggregator of free, online video lessons and documentaries. You can filter by discipline using the list on the left-hand side of the screen, or look for single videos or courses using the top navigation.
- Khan AcademySign up as a teacher to view potential course offerings. Good mostly for 100-level lessons, but content covers most math and science, some computer programming and economics.
- PBSThe PBS website does offer access to some of its TV programs and documentaries, but it also includes a robust teaching resources page at ksps.pbslearningmedia.org/
- TED talksShort, engaging videos on a variety of topics. They have created a special category of videos on viruses, pandemics, and vaccines.
- Lynda --> LinkedIn LearningA diverse hub of single videos and full courses focused on building skills in a variety of areas. Faculty and students might have access through a public library system (Spokane County Library District and Spokane Public Library provide this service).
- Culture UnpluggedPresents short length and feature length documentary/film content from independent film makers. Hosts themed festivals that are non-commercial and freely accessible to global audiences.
Disclaimer
While these links do contain primarily instructional materials, view in full any video you wish to share with your students to determine appropriateness to your desired learning outcomes.