One of the key elements of today's Web 2.0 world is the dramatic expansion in video-sharing websites, such as YouTube. I've commented before on how trainers have been using this site and others like it (often set up specifically with learning in mind) to enhance their training programmes. But I've also remarked about some of the legal complexities surrounding the use of third party content in this way.
So risk averse trainers have picked up on the new digital video offers from companies such as DTVuk and Video Arts, whereby you can guarantee that the content you'll be accessing will be A-OK to use. Each of these suppliers has their own business model for this service, based on the number of users and/or downloads. These approaches have their merits, depending on your requirements.
But I've just discovered that Scott Bradbury has simplified the online video model even further. As they say on their website, "The idea is so simple". For just a one-off fee of £995, you can stream digital versions of all the DVDs of theirs that you own, all from a simple customised website.
Now given how I'd like to use video within a blended learning programme - pre and post-work viewing selected sections, supported by more in-depth viewing in the classroom - this seems like a really flexible model.
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