LibGuides: General Education: Videos

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B. F. Skinner on Education, Parts 1 & 2
In a conversation with John M. Whiteley, Skinner addresses important issues in education. He advocates using reinforcement techniques to aid teachers and proposes redesigning the educational system.
The Business of Education
Investigates whether schools become successful by running themselves like commercial companies.
Carl Rogers on Education, Parts 1 & 2
Carl Rogers discusses the most significant and effective approach to education with John M. Whiteley.
Constructivist & Social Theories of Learning
Examines theories of learned behavior. It includes the bobo experiment and discusses learning that takes place when children see adults engaging in certain behaviors.
Dan Rather Reports on Education in America Series
Four-part series explores standardized testing, educational initiatives, and educational system failure.
Effective Education for Tomorrow with Hedrick Smith Series
Four-part series from Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Hedrick Smith explores the programs and people behind the changing face of American education.
A History of Education
Traces the evolution of education through the ages, from oral traditions to its role in today’s ever-changing society, where the need to learn new job skills is a constant necessity.
Humanist Theories of Education
Dr. Scott Buckler discusses humanistic theories of education--specifically, Maslow's hierarchy of needs, Rogers core conditions for learning and Assagiolo’s psychosynthesis.
Qualitative Research Methods in Education
Reviews quantitative and qualitative research methods and how they are applied within educational research.
School: The Story of American Public Education Series
Four-part series, narrated by Academy Award-winning actress Meryl Streep, is a compelling odyssey that weaves archival footage, rare interviews, and on-site coverage into an unprecedented portrait of public education in America.

Video Resources

Academic Video Online: Premium (Alexander Street Press) This link opens in a new window
Content: The most comprehensive video database covering more than 67,000 titles on anthropology, business, counseling, film health, history, music, and more.
Purpose: Curated for the educational experience of all types of library patrons.
Films on Demand This link opens in a new window
Content: National University Library's collection of Films Media Group streaming videos.
Purpose: Access Films and videos from a wide range of academic disciplines
Special Features: Content ranges from major academic subjects to vocation and even life-skills categories
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IGI Global InfoSci Videos This link opens in a new window
Content: Educational videos on business, education, medical & healthcare, security & forensics, information science and technology, and other social sciences topics.
Purpose: Informs users of a range of social science topics through video lectures that are between 1-5 hours in length.

SAGE Research Methods Videos
Watch Methods come alive! Over 500 videos in this collection.

SAGE Video This link opens in a new window
Content: Pedagogical videos produced by leading academics, societies, and practitioners.
Purpose: Find videos on the social, behavioral, and health sciences.
Special Features: Videos include transcripts.