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Book WomanAlthough often used almost interchangeably, the terms educational (ETV) and instructional television (ITV) refer to different types of video programming. Educational video is any video programming that contributes to the teaching/learning environment.

Many teachers and instructors use video as a regular part of their teaching. From traditional classrooms to health and business professional seminars, effective video productions can be found in every content area. In the past, separate production companies produced educational and popular films. Today many quality educational films are being produced by mainstream video developers.

Weston Woods inconjunction with Scholastic has become known for outstanding videos based on books such as the award winning video based on the book That Book Woman. You can view a clip of the movie and also download the video at the Scholastic website.

PBS (Public Broadcasting Systems) is probably the best known provider of educational video in the healthclassroom; however; many cable stations are increasingly involved with programs for all ages.

For example, many college faculty and mental health professionals find Discovery Channel programs and series such as The Brain: Our Universe Within to be a valuable classroom resource.

Quality video materials can be found across subject areas. Increasingly publishers are mixing video materials with books and online materials. Explore the Getting to Know website for examples related to the award-winning Edgar Degas video and materials.

Health. Surviving AIDS, living with Alzheimer's disease, and facing breast cancer with humor are a few examples of educational videos related to health. These videos are intended to help people with specific diseases or assist people working with others. Topics such as eating disorders, ADD, and dealing with diabetes are common in high schools. Pregnancy and childbirth videos are also popular. For example, parents may want to explore the Lamaze class videos. Of course, you can also find videos on topics such asCPR and first aid.

Each year, the American Library Association (ALA) produces a list of notable films for children and young adults. This is a good place to start. For example, Dying to be Thin is a PBS NOVA program produced by WGBH Boston. It's also available in streaming video online.

The award-winning Anatomy of Puff uses scientific facts to show the hazards of smoking. Many publishers now provide an online preview and interactive whiteboard activities. See the preview page.

Social Studies. The ALA notable video Ancient Greece by Discovery Channel School is an example of the many history videos. In the area of geography,

Some educational DVDs are sponsored by non-profit organizations. For instance, The Blue Sky Project supports social justice initatives. Purchase of the award winning Songs of Freedom DVD are donated to the organization.

predatorsScience. From Egypt Eternal: The Quest for Lost Tombs to Celebration of Flight, National Geographic has long been associated with quality science video for a long time. In addition to feature films, they produce television series and work together with PBS on specials. The National Geographic website has a long list of options including Video and DVD programs.

Educators are encouraged to look for materials that align with the National Science EducationStandards. For example NatureWorks, developed and produced by New Hampshire Public Television and the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, is an award-winning 16-episode series that focuses onhow animals and plants interact with their environment

English. Many books for children and young adults have been made into educational films.

videoClassroom videos are produced by a number of well-known producers. For example, Weston Woods works closely with Scholastic. Antarctic Antics is a book of penguin poems produced by Weston Woods and Scholastic. It's the winner of a number of awards including the Carnegie Medal. The Curious Garden was the winner of the ALA Notable video and Carnegie Medal.

Spoken Arts Media also produces literature based videos. Their programs are based on stories suchas a The Keeping Quilt by Patricia Polacco and The Three Questions by Jon Muth, based on a story by Leo Tolstoy.

Religious. VeggieTales are popular in Christian church schools. The Larryboy character now has a spin-off series.

General Public. Some videos are made for the general public, while others are designed specifically for classrooms. Schoolhouse Rock has been popular with the general public since the 1970s. These short videos have taught children everything from English to mathematics through catchy songs. The Schoolhouse Rock! Special 30th Anniversary Edition DVD is popular with all ages.

Popular educational videos can be found in many content areas such as math, science, and social studies. For example, the Standard Deviants collection from Cerebellum Corporation explores topics in physics, astronomy, math, Spanish, English and covers many school and college curricular areas. In the Standard Deviants series, a talented troupe of young performers make the topics interesting.

videoEducational Television. From Sesame Street to Blues Clues, many popular educational television programs are available on VHS and DVD.

Many of these materials are available on DVD, but also provide resources at their website. For instance, The Pluto Files is a DVD with online resources from PBS.

Government Resources. Many government agencies have free and inexpensive videos.

Free Materials. Some organizations provide free video materials. Sometimes they are good, sometimes not. Check the links below for examples. Or, do a Google search for "free educational videos".

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