We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Explore Media pilot, a new video streaming service designed to enhance learning in Australian schools across the country.
A free 3-Month pilot trial is available for Australian schools starting October 2024
What is Explore Media?
Explore Media is a video streaming add-on feature for Informit Explore, a research and learning database designed specifically for Australian secondary schools. It brings a wealth of educational multimedia content to the classroom, covering subjects from History, Law and Media to Indigenous Studies and more.
With both video and written content now available on a single platform—Informit Explore—schools have access to a comprehensive, classroom-ready resource built to enhance learning.
Key features:
- Ad-free educational video content from global channels like Al Jazeera, BBC Knowledge, The History Channel, and Discovery
- Access to over 15 years of Australian news and current affairs programs—with content from all major networks, including ABC, SBS, Nine, Ten and Sky. Beyond full programs. Explore Media also delivers Individual news stories from a diverse range of voices.
- New programs updated daily & curated to specific subject areas
- Easily embed videos in your school’s learning management systems
- Age-appropriate content filtering for students
Try it for free
We’re offering schools an exclusive 3-month free trial starting mid-October 2024. It’s the perfect opportunity to see how Explore Media can enrich your students’ learning experience and teach them key critical thinking and digital literacy skills.
What teachers and students can expect from Explore Media:
- An on-demand video streaming service, where you can stream documentaries, films, and educational series anytime, allowing for flexibility in lesson planning and learning.
- The ability to personalise learning by creating custom clips, saving favourites and sharing selected content.
- Access to content that stays available indefinitely, so subscribers never have to worry about programs being removed.
- The opportunity to request specific movies, documentaries, and TV episodes before they air
Laki Sideris, Head of Product at Informit, says: “Explore Media is more than just a video library. It’s a learning tool that helps students develop the skills they need to thrive in our ever-changing and uncertain world.”
“We’ve spent over 30 years working with Australian educators, libraries, publishers and licensing bodies to deliver the most comprehensive source of educational content in Australia.”
How to get started
Contact Rick Susman to learn more, request a demo and start your free trial.
During the three-month pilot trial period, special promotional pricing will be available for early adopters looking to add Explore Media to their Informit Explore subscription in 2025.
To use Explore Media, your school will need a Screenrights license.
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Join us in shaping the future of education with Explore Media!
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Contact Ally Scale
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