Video Sources
Hoosiers: The Story of Indiana
SummaryHoosiers: The Story of Indiana is a four part series produced by WFYI Public Media and originally aired on public television in 2016 in commemoration of Indiana's bicentennial. Based on the book Hoosiers: A New History of Indiana by James Madison, this educational program explores 200 years of Indiana history. Each episode is an average of 56 minutes.
Episode Guide
My ReviewThis well-produced educational program could be a good resource for classrooms, libraries, and museums. It could also be used in conjunction with the Madison's book.
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Indiana History
YouTube Channel
Summary
The Indiana Historical Society's official YouTube channel features short videos about the state of Indiana and its history. The channel's "Indiana Bicentennial Minute" series focuses on 200 years of Indiana history with brief 1 minute videos with interesting facts and information, such as the state song, influential people, and Indiana landmarks. For example, the following video focuses on the Soldiers & Sailors Monument.
The Indiana History Society also produces a series called "Hot Pepper History." In each of these videos, a historian briefly discusses an interesting aspect of Indiana history... after eating a hot pepper. The YouTube Channel also features other videos that cover Indiana current events, "Living Legends," and the value of history.
My Review
I believe that the Indiana Historical Society's YouTube channel is a good resource for information seekers, including students, educators, and librarians. Though brief in length, many of these videos are interesting and engaging for viewers. It would be a great resource to use in a classroom setting used as part of the curriculum or for research projects and presentations.
Indiana Government
YouTube Channel
Summary
The government of Indiana also has its own YouTube channel that provides users with videos and playlists that cover an array of topics, including:
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The channel also features 360 degree tours of the Indiana State House Supreme Court and Rotundra.
My Review
Overall, this official YouTube channel of the government of Indiana provides informational and educational content about the state, its history, and current events. I do believe that they could do a better job of producing original content on a regular basis that is interesting and engaging for viewers of all ages.
Visit Indiana
YouTube Channel
Summary
Visit Indiana is another YouTube channel that provides video content for all types of audiences from information seekers to educators and librarians. This particular channel produced by the Indiana Office of Tourism Development focuses specifically on tourism in the Hoosier state. From French Lick to Shipshewana to state parks, this channel features short videos that highlight popular Indiana destinations across the state.
My Review
Information seekers, including Indiana locals and those from out-of-state, may find both this YouTube channel and the Visit Indiana website as helpful resources in learning more about Indiana tourism and popular destinations across the state.
Indiana State Parks: Treasures in Your Own Backyard
Produced for WTIU/Indiana University Television
By Ron Prickel
Narrator: Ronald Keaton
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My Review
From Indiana locals to visitors, those who enjoy exploring "the great outdoors" may enjoy learning more about the state parks of Indiana through locally produced documentary films, including:
- Indiana State Parks: Treasures in Your Own Background
- The Natural Heritage of Indiana
- Indiana 1700 - 1851: Native Americans to the National Road
The Natural Heritage of Indiana
Produced by WFYI Productions
Filmmaker: Samuel Orr
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Episode Guide
- Episode 1: The Indiana That Was
- Episode 2: Life in the Water
- Episode 3: Life on Land
- Episode 4: A Changing Land
More Information...
- For more information about this 4 part series with episode descriptions, click here.
Indiana 1700 - 1851: Native Americans to the National Road
Produced by the Indiana Historical Society
Format: DVD
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My ReviewA production of the Indiana History Society, this documentary would be a valuable resource for educational purposes in classrooms and libraries. As a window into the past, students can learn about Indiana's early history.
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