Films and videos

Use this guide to find films and videos at the library and online.

Collection

The Library has an extensive collection of 45,000 online videos and 10,000 DVDs that supports course-related instruction and informs general cultural literacy. It includes a wide array of foreign films, documentaries, and tutorials. 

Options for viewing DVDs: 

  • Borrow a DVD writer from the Morisset Library service desk. This method requires a computer with video playing software (open source VLC recommended). 
  • Use any of the computers on the first and third floor of Morisset Library (MRT) to view DVDs (using headphones), as they are all equipped with optical drivers and VLC players. 
  • If a professor believes they will be needing a DVD player in their class for the duration of the semester, they can make a request through their faculty to possibly have one installed in their classroom before the start of the semester. 
  • Rent an external DVD player from TLSS using this form. They can be rented at MRT 06. Faculty can also email their request to cite@uottawa.ca to make a reservation. If the professors provide a course code, there is no cost for the rental. 

International DVDs can be viewed using: 

  • any of the computers on the first and third floor of Morisset Library (MRT);
  • DVD writers from the Morisset Library service desk. This method requires a computer with video playing software (open source VLC recommended). 

Equipment

View and create information in a variety of formats at the Media Library.

Services

We offer a range of services that facilitate the use of videos in teaching and learning.

Contact Information

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