The University of Alberta Library subscribes to numerous databases that are core for certain disciplines, but also really deserving of wider attention. Whether for class or for a bit of break, check out a selection of our most popular streaming services.
Alexander Street publishes many video-only databases that are listed here separately, but this link brings all of those collections together on a single platform. Click on ‘Collections’ to see a complete list, from American History in Video to Ethnographic Video Online to World History in Video and more. These videos provide transcripts to follow along, playback speed, theatre mode and other streaming features. Some collections to highlight are…
The BBC Literary Adaptations in Video collection
The BBC Literary Adaptations in Video collection offers a “treasure trove of BBC productions of famous literary works, many that were buried in the BBC archive for the past few decades. From Dickens to Shakespeare, from Chekhov to Arthur Miller, from Jane Austen to Mary Shelley, a great breadth of works is included. Talent like Mark Rylance, John Gielgud, Ian McKellen, Colin Firth, and more make this product a must-have for theatre, drama, performing arts, and literature courses. In addition to actual performances, the product includes titles like Face to Face where actors and directors discuss their craft.
The Music Online: Performance in Video collection
The Music Online: Performance in Video collection “is the largest and most comprehensive video resource for the study of classical music. Users experience classical music through 3,500 titles, including 200 full operas and 75 dance titles, as well as masterclasses, documentaries, and interviews. Video as a learning tool provides a rich experience for music students. All patrons use the multimedia tools in this collection to research, analyze, learn, and enjoy the classical music genre.”
These are just two of many wonderful collections featured in the Alexander Street streaming database. Be sure to explore & enjoy!
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