InfoGuides: EDCI 670: Advanced Methods of Teaching Science: Find Videos

Selected Science Videos

Clare Davy: Teaching DNA
Research scientist Clare Davy uses engaging practical activities to teach advanced science to pupils.
Produced by Glasshead Television and Web, in Primary STEM Ambassadors, 2 (Teachers TV/UK Department of Education, 2010), 15 mins
Demonstrating Chemistry: Fireworks in the Classroom
ives ideas on how to bring fireworks demonstrations into the science lab in a safe and fascinating way.
Produced by Glasshead Television and Web, in KS3/4 Science, 1 (Teachers TV/UK Department of Education, 2010), 19 mins
The Role of Talk
A practical and group discussion-based science lesson enables pupils to see how the science they learn at school is used in a 'real life' context.
produced by Brook Lapping Productions, in Primary Science, 1 (Teachers TV/UK Department of Education, 2010), 17 mins
Primary Science: Working with Resources
Discusses a science lesson about the muffling properties of certain materials.
produced by Brook Lapping Productions, in Lesson Planning, 3 (Teachers TV/UK Department of Education, 2010), 6 mins

This page contains links to the various video and streaming media collections we have for education

Teaching Channel This link opens in a new window
Teaching channel is a multi-platform service delivering professional development videos for teachers over the internet. This is an online community where teachers can watch. share, and learn diverse techniques to help every student grow. NOTE: Users must create an account using their Mason email

Directions for Creating an Account with the Teaching Channel
Click the link beside the pdf to access the account creation instructions. If you have problems connecting, email the Education Librarian at clowder2@gmu.edu

Docuseek2 Complete Collection This link opens in a new window
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Resource is a streaming platform for documentaries and social issues films. The collection contains titles from a variety of film distributors, including Bullfrog Films, Collective Eye Films, Icarus Films, and Terra Nova Films. Under the subject Education - select from 1) Early Childhood Education; 2) Alternative Education; 3) Bilingual Education; 4) Environmental Education; 5) Special Needs Education
Education in Video, Volume 1 This link opens in a new window
Collects streaming video developed specifically for training and developing teachers. Includes hundreds of in-classroom videos on key teaching topics and themes from respected education publishers worldwide. Tutorial for Education in Video, Volume 1 database.
Films On Demand This link opens in a new window
On the right side of the screen under Browse Collections, click on Show More, click on Education. It includes documentary films,educational video, and lecture and interview. Videos may be broken down by subjects: 1) Curriculum and Instruction; 2) Foundations; 3) Psychology & Education; 4) Special Education

Jove Education: Psychology
Includes resources on behavioral science, experimental psychology, cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, neuropsychology, sensation and perception, and social psychology.

Literature & Language Video Collection This link opens in a new window
The collection presents an extensive array of content in video, audio and text-based. It includes content in the subjects of drama, film, language and literature. Includes 27 fifteen part videos focusing on English Language Learners on subjects such as: 1) Language and linguistics; 2) English Grammar; 3) Education; 4) Cultural identity; 5) Cultural norms; 6) English language
LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda Online Training) This link opens in a new window
Provides Mason faculty, students and staff with free, unlimited online access to 2500+ tutorials and courses in hundreds of subject areas. For Education subjects covered include: 1) Education and elearning; 2) K-12 education; 3) Educational technology; 4) Classroom management including teacher tools and student tools. Log in with your Mason NetID username and password. lynda.gmu.edu is available 24/7 from your computer, tablet or mobile device, and is supported jointly by Mason’s ITS Learning Support Services and the University Libraries.
NJVID This link opens in a new window
Access GMU-licensed commercial and academic videos via New Jersey's digital media repository, a hosting service for video streaming. Includes 110 videos related to education