Discovery+Streaming

= = toc =What is Discovery Streaming?= Discovery Streaming offers engaging curriculum and standards-related videos, images, and sounds that can be used alone or as resources for larger multimedia projects. Classroom resources like lessons, writing prompts, and an interactive World Atlas make Discovery Streaming like a teacher's gigantic digital filing cabinet filled to the top with engaging materials.

=Getting Started=

At School
From the Application Menu, go to "Media Center" and "Discovery Streaming."

From Home
http://streaming.discoveryeducation.com/

**New Users**
You will need to obtain your 8-digit passcode in order to set up your new account. You will then be prompted to create a username and password.

Search Options

 * **// Keyword Search //** – Search for video segments, images, clip art, etc. that contains the keyword.
 * **// Subject Search //** – Click on one of the eight core subject areas to find resources for the content you teach.
 * **// Grade Search //** – Select a grade range to view age appropriate content.
 * **// Curriculum Standards //** – Videos have been cross-referenced according to state standards and learning goals. Be sure to select the subject and grade level as well.
 * **// Advanced Search //** – This search tools gives you more options to limit your search.

Search Results
Click on either the **thumbnail** of the video or the **video title** to access video segments and related materials.

=Images=

**__Downloading images__**
1. Search for the keyword of the image you would like to use. 2. Click on the thumbnail of the picture. 3. The image will appear in larger form with downloading options: 4. Click on the download icon. 5. Save to a location of your choice.
 * Print = large
 * Web = medium
 * Thumbnail = small

=Video=

__Setting your video preferences__
Windows Media or QuickTime
 * Media types**:

Embed in Web Browser or Stand-Alone Application
 * Player types**:
 * To change your media or player types click on **My Account** and then **My Preferences**.
 * Be sure to scroll down and click "**Save Changes**" when you are finished.
 * You will need to log out and log back in for the changes to occur.

1. Click on the **Play** button. 2. A media window will be embedded on your screen or will automatically open based on what you have set in your video preferences. 3. A message might pop up that says Internet Explorer blocked this site from downloading. Right click on it and select **Download File**.


 * The speed of your internet connection and the number of people streaming in your school may affect the quality.
 * If you have selected in your preferences to embed the video on your screen, you can still enlarge the video by clicking on "**Full Screen**" at the bottom of the media window.
 * You can change your media settings at any time for a video by clicking on **Media Settings** underneath the video.

**__Downloading video or segments__**
1. Right click on the download icon. 2. Select **Save Target As**. 3. Save to a location of your choice.

__Using video in multimedia projects__
When using video clips from Discovery Streaming in other programs, such as MovieMaker, you need to check whether the video or video segment has editable rights. You will see the word **Edit** below the description about the video or video segment in a gray rectangle. If it doesn't have the edit button, don't use it.

=Sound= Search for "Songs" or "Sound Effects" for use in other projects. 1. Right click on the download icon. 2. Select **Save Target As**. 3. Save to a location of your choice.

=Resources=
 * DS Professional Development Center pdfs**

Video tutorials for downloading video and pictures

Incorporating into PowerPoint Step-by-step tutorial
 * //Directions and ideas to embed and hyperlink videos and images//**

[|Read Write Think] [|Class Tools Website]
 * Interactive Websites**