unitedstreaming Videos

    Why use unitedstreaming videos?

    unitedstreaming provides educational videos for downloading and viewing in classrooms. You may use a searchable database to find videos related to topics of your choice. There are many reasons to use unitedstreaming videos:

    • retain students interest
    • can be downloaded to hard drives so they are available when you need them
    • easy to share with colleagues
    • address different learning styles
    • brings lessons to life

    You may view entire videos. Even better, unitedstreaming breaks videos into shorter clips. There are many reasons to use short clips:

    • targets specific areas of learning
    • holds students' attention
    • faster for teachers to download
    • requires less storage space

    But most importantly, short clips support constructivist learning because they can generate discussion questions which can lead to activities which lead to other clips.

    How do I access unitedstreaming?

    MCPS has a subscription to unitedstreaming that provides access for all teachers in the county. Teachers should contact their school's media specialist to obtain a username and password.

    Once you have a username and password, visit www.unitedstreaming.com.

    Teachers outside Montgomery County can try a free 30 day trial.

    How do I use unitedstreaming videos in Powerpoint?

    How do I use unitedstreaming videos in a web page?

    • Weather Unit
      View a first grade unit incorporating unitedstreaming videos and a teacher-created website.
    • Weather Unit Lesson Plan
      See how this unit connects to county and state standards.
    • How to Incorporate Videos into a Webpage
      Follow a step-by-step guide to create a web page using Macromedia's Dreamweaver.

    How do I incorporate the videos?

    Some suggestions when using videos:

    • Use clips to introduce a unit
    • Use clips to end a unit
    • View videos with the sound off and provide your own commentary (Or, ask students to provide the words.)
    • Start and stop the videos to engage students in discussions
    • Use a powerpoint show to keep links to videos organized so you can navigate from one clip to the next easily
    • Provide thinking questions for students to answer while they watch the clips
    • Allow students to review clips as needed
    • Use at computer stations and learning centers

    Is there teacher support from unitedstreaming?

    How do I contact unitedstreaming?

    Call 1.800.323.9084 or email support@unitedstreaming.com.