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Discovery series and documentaries deliver high-impact STEM, science, history and real-world storytelling, adding even more depth to our already robust collection of classroom-ready titles.
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We were honored to welcome Dr. Marc Brackett, Ph.D., founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and creator of the RULER method, to our St. Louis headquarters for an engaging conversation on Social Emotional Learning (SEL).
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Gain a clear, practical understanding of how copyright law applies to movie use in K–12 schools.
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Discover the 7 biggest challenges of using media in the classroom – from access and training to engagement and copyright – plus practical insights to help educators use film and digital content more effectively.
Our Webinar “Frame by Frame: A Smarter Way to Teach with Movies” explores how our curriculum-connected streaming platform can support meaningful learning outcomes – all while making content access easier than before.
View our webinar to see how a platform built for K-12 schools not only solves the challenges of using movies in the classroom but also equips educators with tools to make film an effective part of instruction.
The family-friendly film has now grossed more than 1.14 billion in global ticket sales. Learn more below.
The family-friendly film has now grossed more than 1.14 billion in global ticket sales. Learn more below.
Movies are an amazing resource for schools, but understanding copyright isn’t always easy.
Watch this on-demand webinar featuring Shannon McClintock Miller and explore how future-ready librarians use curriculum-aligned films to support teaching, boost student engagement and make smarter resource decisions.
Our K‑12 Programming Calendar is packed with seasonal ideas that make it easy to create meaningful, movie-powered events all year long.
Gain a clear, practical understanding of how copyright law applies to movie use in K–12 schools.
Address the key social issues and movements of today by pairing diverse films with impactful programming ideas before or after you show the film.
Movie ideas for End-of-Year Celebrations
A conversation with Dr. Marc Brackett, creator of the RULER method and a leading expert in Social-Emotional Learning.
We were honored to welcome Dr. Marc Brackett, Ph.D., founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and creator of the RULER method, to our St. Louis headquarters for an engaging conversation on Social Emotional Learning (SEL).
Insights and resources for using Swank Educational Streaming to support SEL in the classroom
Movies provide windows to different worlds, showcase diverse perspectives and can be powerful tools for education.
Turn Valentine’s Day into meaningful ELA instruction. This free guide shows how to use standards-aligned films to teach character, theme, conflict, perspective, and literary adaptation—across Pre-K–12.
From classroom instruction to schoolwide celebrations, movies help students explore America’s story in meaningful, engaging ways.
Discovery series and documentaries deliver high-impact STEM, science, history and real-world storytelling, adding even more depth to our already robust collection of classroom-ready titles.
This guide highlights the educational rationale and value of teaching with film in the ELA classroom based on classroom practice and numerous scholarly fields, including Multiple Literacies Theory (MLC), Universal Design Theory (UDT), critical pedagogy, constructivist learning theory, motivational learning theory, cognitive film theory and beyond.
Vooks, the innovative company transforming storytime into an immersive, educational experience that captivates young imaginations, offers a unique and engaging way to foster a love of reading.
With Swank Educational Streaming’s library of more than 40,000 movies and TV shows, it’s never been easier to press “play” on learning. Check out some of the films educators across the country use as resources for enhancing a variety of lesson plans.
This resource helps English teachers use film to its fullest instructional potential in the classroom. Guide includes best practices to be applied before, during and after the screening, as well as concrete suggestions for employing films as part of lesson plans.
This teaching guide is intended for use in the classroom with the film “The Truman Show”, directed by Peter Weir. The contents cater to multiple grade levels, ranging from middle school to college level.
This ebook is designed to help educators create engaging learning experiences for students of all ages.
Discover the 7 biggest challenges of using media in the classroom – from access and training to engagement and copyright – plus practical insights to help educators use film and digital content more effectively.
With a Swank Movie Licensing Public Performance Site License, your school can easily host engaging movie nights any time of the year.
Join the schools and districts already using Swank to stream, teach, and screen with confidence.
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