ARKive - more than 100,000 photos and videos of more than 15,000 endangered animals
Awesome Stories is an amazing collection of lesson plans, narrations, slide shows, videos, images, audio clips, and documents FREE for educational use. Categories include biography, disaster, trials, history, inspiration, religion, sports, and movies.
From their About Us section: "AwesomeStories is a gathering place of primary-source information. Its purpose - since the site was first launched in 1999 - is to help educators and individuals find original sources, located at national archives, libraries, universities, museums, historical societies and government-created web sites. AwesomeStories is about primary sources. The stories exist as a way to place original materials in context and to hold those links together in an interesting, cohesive way (thereby encouraging people to look at them). It is a totally different kind of web site in that its purpose is to place primary sources at the forefront - not the opinions of a writer. Its objective is to take the site's users to places where those primary sources are located. "
Sign up for the Awesome Stories newsletter, which is always packed with information on the latest videos, videos appropriate for that month in history, and historical background information on videos.
BioAlive - Bio-alive is
a life science online video sharing community, and the premier
destination to watch and share biology and life science related
videos worldwide through the web.
BioStudio -biology, engineering, and science
With Discovery Education Streaming, choose from videos, video segments, images, primary source documents, interactive activities, articles, audio, lesson plans, and more, all aligned to state standards. Allow your students the chance to experience fascinating people, places, and events.
Documentary Tube - Documentary films are informative motion pictures that are intended to highlight events or issues for posterity and are meant to bring some realization of a situation to its viewers. They often pose the pros and cons of issues and leave the viewer to make an informed decision. In their early conception, documentaries were usually made for schools or for private release. Today, things have definitely changed, as documentaries are even making it to the big screen.
This site is an excellent place where viewers can go and view hundreds of FREE full length documentaries on a variety of subjects.
You may choose different subject matter from the content menu. There are twenty-two categories, including such interesting subjects such as art, health, science, travel, history, and several others. You can type in a subject or the name of a documentary to see if it is available on the website.
Each week, the website features the top 100 documentaries that are being viewed. There is a section that invites visitors to submit documentaries that they have produced and made themselves. The submissions are reviewed by the websites editors to see if it is something that would be appropriate for the site. You may register for updates, and you may also choose to to have new documentaries sent to your feed reader via RSS feeds. People who have an email account may sign up for weekly email alerts. Every week, Documentary Tube will send a list of new releases that are available on Documentary Tube. You can stay informed of the latest research and film documentation of current issues, subjects, and events. New release information is also available by liking Documentary Tube on Facebook or by following the site on Twitter.
People who regularly access Documentary Tube will find that a playlist will automatically be made of the documentaries that they have viewed. This makes it easy to go back to watch it again or to quickly scan the subjects and titles they have already watched. Sometimes, visitors would like some further information about a documentary, or to read some reviews about the film. The site offers users a section of articles that review some of the current documentaries. This list of articles offers useful information for research and is updated every week.
Regardless of your interest, you can find many good documentary films on Documentary Tube. It is a valuable resource for students and for those who are just wanting to broaden their understanding about different subjects and issues. With the quality collection offered by Documentary Tube, users can make more educated opinions about the world around them.
eduTeacherTV - app available; many topics, including Tips and Tricks for the Whiteboard, the Tech Commandments, and other short tech video
Encyclopedia of Life - "Our knowledge of the many life-forms on Earth - of animals, plants, fungi, protists and bacteria - is scattered around the world in books, journals, databases, websites, specimen collections, and in the minds of people everywhere. Imagine what it would mean if this information could be gathered together and made available to everyone – anywhere – at a moment’s notice.
This dream is becoming a reality through the Encyclopedia of Life."
EOL is a free online resource bringing together information about all life on Earth in text, images, video, sounds, maps, classifications and more.
Animals, Mammals, Birds, Amphibians, Reptiles, Fishes, Invertebrates, Crustaceans, Mollusks, Insects, Spiders, Worms, Plants, Flowering Plants, Trees, Fungi, Mushrooms, Molds, Bacteria, Protists, Archaea, Viruses
EZTakes - After you're done testing our free DVD downloads, don't forget to download movies, free streaming movies and our free movie podcasts." from the full EZTakes catalog.
FREE Videos done by students and teachers on various topics from Common Sense
FREE Videos done by students and teachers on various topics from Common Sense
Harness your Students' Digital Smarts - A look at how wikis. blogs, digital storytelling and other digital tools are used by teacher Vicki Davis - Video from edutopia
Have Fun with History - Select from a comprehensive collection of videos and history topics timeline."All videos are free to watch. Selections range from the 1895 Edison experimental talking movie to educational films from the 1950s. Other entries include classic, history-themed television dramas, modern well-made documentaries and even hollywood movies like Meet John Doe from director Frank Capra. The latter is an example of a film which is not based on a historical subject, but rather is history itself. It reflects, in a very tangible way, the era of the Great Depression. Movies available on this site are in the public domain in the United States."
Kahn Academy Videos - enter search topic
Kideos - Videos for Kids, Ages 2-10
"Kideos is the premier destination for kids to safely watch videos online. Each video on Kideos has been screened by our Video Advisory Council before it makes it onto our site. Our goal is to empower parents to feel comfortable allowing their child to spend time on Kideos, while also making sure children have a thoroughly entertaining experience.
Kideos was created by Earlier Media, a company dedicated to providing a trustworthy destination for children of all ages to learn, watch videos and play games online."
Learner's TV - Video Lectures, Video Courses, Science Animations, Lecture Notes, Online Test, Lecture Presentations
Life - animation collection; 106 in-depth tutorials; designed to illustrate and explain some of the many complex topics in biology
MedMovie - database of pre-exisiting works validated by physicians, medical trade association editorial boards or government agencies; "Medmovie transforms complex life science and medical product related concepts into medically accurate, easy-to-understand, strategically focused visual media."
Movieclips - free licensed clips to share with anyone; one of the best ways to legally share movie clips; embed these videos into PowerPoint directions here
National Geographic Videos are available for classroom viewing. This is a vast collection.
With NeoK12, utilize the best collection of FREE online educational videos, lessons, quizzes, games, interactive diagrams, and puzzles. All resources have been reviewed and screened by K-12 teachers. View 1000s of pictures by topic. Create and share school presentations online with the School Presentation tool, which is a mashup of Flickr and Wikipedia. The Quizzes, Interactive Diagrams, and Educational Games and Puzzles are great interactive way to improve learning, and are also excellent interactive whiteboard resources for the classroom. You may, with other available tools, create and share video playlists with notes and instructions for your students.
NFB Videos - all categories
NOVA Teachers - most watched documentary series on public television; newer NOVA site
PBS American Field Guide offers easy access to PBS material after it has been aired; over 1400 video clips that help you experience America's outdoors from a wide variety of environments; Animals (Amphibians, Birds, Mammals, Insects, Fish, Reptiles), Ecosystems (Canyons, Deserts, Forests, Lakes & Ponds, Oceans & Beaches, Prairie/Grasslands, Rivers & Streams, Wetlands, Mountains), Human History (Archeology, Economic Use of Nature, Exploration & Settlement, Folklore/Legend, Native People), Livelihoods (Artists, Emergency Personnel, Naturalists & Rangers, Scientists, Guides & Outfitters), Earth & Space (Fossils, Geological Events, Glaciers, Rocks & Minerals, Weather, Volcanic Activity), Plants (Flowers, Shrubs, Trees, Non-Native Species, Grasses), Recreation (Airborne Activities, Hiking & Biking, Horseback Riding, Climbing, Water Sports, Winter Sports), Public Policy (Forestry, National Parks, Native Species Restoration, Resource Conservation, Pollution Cleanup, Resource Utilization, Threatened & Endangered Species, Wilderness Protection)
"This is the first project supported by PBS to bring together material from the vast resources of local member stations and synthesize it into a single entity with the power to educate, inform, and entertain."
Teacher Resources for Middle/High School Teachers: "American Field Guide is a tremendous resource for you and your students. Embedded within this site you will find lesson plans that weave segments of video together into units of inquiry around specific topics. The lessons in the units of inquiry were all written by high school teachers and draw upon national and state standards for science learning. We hope you enjoy integrating streaming video into learning opportunities for you and your students."
Complete listing of their programs
SchoolsWorld TV offers engaging videos, practical resources and an active online community. These videos are available in all content areas, K-adult, professional development areas, assessment, behavior, bullying, careers, and more.
- Instant access to up to date professional development videos and resources
- Learn from other education professionals by going inside their classrooms and into their schools
- Save time with practical tips, lesson ideas and classroom resources
- Help across the year to meet classroom targets and achieve personal goals
- Keep informed with content covering the latest developments in the education agenda
SnagFilms was founded in 2008 as a part of AOL and Moviefone and now operates as an independent business. Their mission is to bring the world of independent film to broader audiences, offering thousands of great independent movies and documentaries for free. Their films entertain and inform, engage and inspire, satisfy every taste, encourage discovery, and create community. They offer free online streaming and viewing via a wide range of devices. If you have your own website or blog, you can take a film from our site and share it with your site's visitors by embedding it on your blog or website. You can click on Browse Films to view a list of all categories available on SnagFilms, or you maty select Channels, where movies are grouped based on production companies and filmmakers. New films are added constantly.
You can make a list of movies to watch later. Just click + Add to Queue. There's no limit to how many titles you can have in your queue and you have the ability to delete films. Creating a queue is easy and all you need is a Facebook login to get started. On the bottom of the player and at the top of each page, you may share content through e-mail, embedding, Twitter, Facebook, as well as a number of other internet and social media outlets. You can not download the film as a file to your computer. However, in most cases, you can buy the DVD or download it via iTunes or Amazon.
SqoolTube (Supporting Quality Online Opportunities for Learning) offers more than 2300 videos in these areas: Book Related Videos, Character Education, Early Childhood, Holidays, Math, Music, Professional Development, Reading and Communication Arts, Safety, Science, Social Studies, & Spanish. These videos are FREE!
Teachers TV Videos - over 3500 videos in all content areas and grade levels
Teaching Videos - This is a place where you may view and share educational videos that can be used in the classroom. Teaching Videos allows you to see videos which other teachers have recommended as suitable for education. You can also register and add videos to the site yourself. Choose from all content areas and grade levels. Check under each tab, including "More" to explore the content areas. You may use the videos from the website in your classroom or you may download FoxTab Video Converter - a free tool that lets you convert any type of video format.
This is the most stable and comprehensive multi-format video converter available and is very easy to use. Supports: FLV, AVI, 3GP, MPEG, MOV, MKV, WMV, SWF, and popular audio formats such as MP3, WAVE, OGG, WMA, AU.
Teachers' Domain - FREE to view OR download - just REGISTER.
"Teachers' Domain is an online library of more than 1,000 free media resources from the best in public television. These classroom resources, featuring media from NOVA, Frontline, Design Squad, American Experience, and other public broadcasting and content partners are easy to use and correlate to state and national standards.
Teachers' Domain resources include video and audio segments, Flash interactives, images, documents, lesson plans for teachers, and student-oriented activities. Once you register, you can personalize the site using "My Folders" and "My Groups" to save your favorite resources into a folder and share them with your colleagues or students.
"Teachers' Domain is an online library of more than 1,000 free media resources from the best in public television. These classroom resources, featuring media from NOVA, Frontline, Design Squad, American Experience, and other public broadcasting and content partners are easy to use and correlate to state and national standards.
Teachers' Domain resources include video and audio segments, Flash interactives, images, documents, lesson plans for teachers, and student-oriented activities. Once you register, you can personalize the site using "My Folders" and "My Groups" to save your favorite resources into a folder and share them with your colleagues or students.
Browse Teachers' Domain resources by standard!
Search by your individual state educational standards, Common Core State Standards, or national standards from organizations such as NCTE and NCTM.
Your profile now includes ways to connect with colleagues and students to share folders and groups. Public profiles also allow you to discover what like-minded teachers are doing on Teachers’ Domain. Just click on “My Profile” above and follow the prompts to create a public profile and more."
TeacherTube
The Futures Channel was founded to create a channel between the scientists, engineers, explorers and visionaries who are shaping the future, and today’s learners who will one day follow them.
The Futures Channel partners with schools around the country as well as a wide range of publishers, science centers, professional development service providers, public television stations, websites and more to provide high quality real world digital content to enhance their education offerings and objectives.
How the Website Works: - Each week a selection of new movies and educator favorites is featured on the website. Featured movies are available for two weeks.
There are some movies that are available anytime due to their popularity online. You can find these by clicking on the "real world movie" categories. Available movies are listed at the top of the page.
The Futures Channel Mission:
- To produce and distribute high quality multimedia content which educators in any setting can use to enliven curriculum, engage students and otherwise enhance the learning experience.
- To connect mathematics, science, technology and engineering to the real world of careers and achievement, providing a context and purpose for what students are learning, allowing them to envision their own successful futures.
- To provide a channel through which professionals from the sciences, engineering and technology sectors can reach their future workforce prospects and interest them in their fields.
Thinkfinity offers more than 400 videos from their content partners, National Geographic, ReadWriteThink, Science NetLinks, ArtsEdge, EconoEdLink, Illuminations, EdSiteMent, Wonderopolis, Smithsonian's History, and Literacy Network. You may further refine your search from this link. You may also search by content standard. Other resource links include Activities, Audio, Collections, Interactives, Lesson Plans, Primary Sources, Videos, and Worksheets.
Time for Kids Videos
VocabAhead is a library of hundreds of vocabulary videos; word presented, pronounced, illustrated, and defined.
Here is how you can use VocabAhead in your classroom for teaching Elementary and SAT Vocabulary words.
1. Create Your Personalized Lists
You can create your personalized lists with words of your choice, meeting the academic level of your students.
You can create your personalized lists with words of your choice, meeting the academic level of your students.
2. Share Your Lists with Your Students
3. Embed a Customized Widget in Your Blog or Webpage
You can create a customized widget for your blog or classroom webpage.
You can create a customized widget for your blog or classroom webpage.
4. Engage Your Students in the Vocabulary Building Process
You can make vocabulary building fun by assigning vocabulary video projects to your students and uploading their work to our website.
You can make vocabulary building fun by assigning vocabulary video projects to your students and uploading their work to our website.
Here are a few tips for making effective vocabulary videos:
- While transforming your idea into a vocab video go for the main elements associated with the word. For example, if your video is for the word 'Belligerent' (which means ready to fight) then it should contain audio or visual cues of anger or aggression.
- You may also add humor, dramatization or emotions to help people remember the word and its meaning more easily.
- You can also paste the embed code of public domain videos which help explain the meaning of a word. Please do not upload videos for which you do not own or control the copyrights.
- There are no format restrictions as such but one general guideline is to start the video with the word and its meaning and to end it the same way.
Free educational videos delivered over the Internet. Viewed any time, from anywhere. We believe that everyone should have the same opportunity to learn. The best way to make this possible, we believe, is to organize into one, super directory the hundreds of thousands of good videos currently available on the Internet. To make this a reality, we invite teachers, instructors and educators to suggest videos for inclusion into our directory, and then to review, approve, and assign those videos into appropriate categories using a wiki framework and philosophy. The videos are the highest quality found on the World Wide Web, cover all major educational topics from elementary to secondary schools (or age range 1 – 18), and are Kid Safe!
WatchKnowLearn has indexed over 20,000 educational videos, placing them into a directory of over 3,000 categories. The videos are available without any registration or fees to teachers in the classroom and to students at home 24/7. Users can dive into our innovative directory or search for videos by subject and age level. Video titles, descriptions, age level information, and ratings are all edited for usefulness. Our Web site invites broad participation in a new kind of wiki system, guided by teachers. We have had a tremendously positive response from educators to the website. If we continue to work together, we can create an incredible, free, educational resource for students across the world.
Whys Guy - collection of 366 science experiments; some blocked by ENA
