LibGuides: Streaming Media: Finding & Using the Libraries' Streaming Media Collection

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Resource Spotlight

Academic Video Online (AVON)

AVON provides unlimited access to more than 63,000 videos all cross-searchable from a single platform. This interdisciplinary database includes scholarly video material and award-winning films.

Academic Video Online
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AVON contains streaming videos on a wide range of subjects.

Currently Licensed Kanopy Titles

Kanopy is a wide-ranging documentary and independent film streaming service. Choose from our list of already-licensed titles for unlimited viewing.

OneSearch: Currently Licensed Kanopy Titles
The library has paid for temporary access to the Kanopy titles on this list. In OneSearch, click each film title to locate the URL for access and to view our dates of access (expiration dates).

Find Streaming Media

Search OneSearch

OneSearch contains Adelphi's currently-licensed streaming content. To access a film: search in OneSearch, click on the title you wish to view, and locate the access link. Note that streaming licenses (access) may expire; if applicable, the OneSearch record includes the license expiration date. If you search for a specific title and cannot find it, that means we do not have a current license to that video.

Where can I find streaming content on the Libraries' website?

OneSearch
Browse or search for streaming content in OneSearch. Click its title to locate the URL and expiration date, if applicable.
A-Z Databases & More: Streaming Video
Click here to see the list of databases that contain streaming video.
A-Z Databases & More: Streaming Audio
Click here to see the list of databases that contain streaming audio.

FAQ

What is streaming media?

"Streaming media" refers to audiovisual content that can be accessed through computers or mobile devices with Internet capabilities. The University Libraries' streaming media collection offers a large selection of documentary, educational, and popular works.

Who can use Adelphi's streaming media?

Current students, staff, and faculty may access the library’s collection of streaming video and audio on-campus or off-campus.

To do so, you will need:

A computer or mobile device with Internet capabilities
Your Adelphi username and password.

You must sign in to access streaming media content; contact the IT Help Desk if you are having trouble logging in with your Adelphi username and password.