How do I... - Wednesday 03 April 2019
7 go-to resources for quality video content
Need to find a video to illustrate a concept? Want to use a news broadcast as an example? Can’t find that conference everybody’s talking about?
You may find what you are looking for among the K-lab resources, and in particular the Médiathèque Numérique and the Coursera MOOCs.
In addition to the resources offered by the K-lab, we have selected 7 resources for you to browse when looking for videos: covering a wide range of topics or ultra specialized, these resources focus on quality of form and substance.
1. Xerfi Canal
You know Xerfi for its studies and market reports… discover its video channel! Xerfi Canal interviews experts, CEOs, and politicians on all aspects of economics, as well as strategy and management.
2. Citéco
La Cité de l'Économie produces educational videos on different concepts of economics.
3. INA
The archives of French public television are available on the website of the Institut national de l'audiovisuel. In the "INA sheds light on the news" section, the editorial staff selects videos related to current events.
4. BigThink
BigThink aims at delivering today’s top thinkers and doers’ knowledge. A great variety of experts are invited to share their ideas on a wide range of topics such as “21st Century Living”, “New World Order”, “Power and Influence”, and “Inventing the Future”.
5. Inc.com
These how-to videos by entrepreneurs and experts describe and/or illustrate business tips and techniques.
6. TED
The place to go for short and powerful talks on everything from science, business, innovation, to global issues.
7. HBR Video
Short videos to illustrate management theories, interviews and tips.
Finally, a bonus resource that you may already know: Google has a search engine dedicated to videos. Just type in a few keywords to get videos from news sites, social networks, institutional sites, etc. But remember, it's up to you to check the credibility of these sources!
One last tip: don't forget to cite your sources when using these videos to avoid plagiarism. The K-lab has also produced a legal FAQ for professors who wish to use this type of material in their courses or research.
