General Guidelines
- Do not embed videos or link to them within the lesson body.
The only exception is if the video is listed as an Additional Resource. - If a requested video cannot be played on our site or does not meet our standards, you must find a suitable replacement.
- Always watch the entire video, not just the intended clip. A student could access and view the whole thing.
- Videos must meet Elephango’s content standards and should not include copyrighted material, such as music, that is likely to be taken down.
- Select videos from reputable channels or organizations (e.g., PBS, NASA).
Older videos with many views tend to be more stable and reliable.
Add Video Using H5P Column
When to Use
Use the Column H5P to add a video in nearly all cases. It allows you to present a video alongside a transcript or other interactive H5P types.
Your Column H5P should contain at least two blocks.
- Block 1: The video itself (using the Video H5P).
- Block 2: The transcript (using the Text H5P).
You may also include additional blocks for interactions like questions or summaries if needed.
Transcript Tip: Use ChatGPT to help generate a clean transcript from the video. Do not include time stamps. Make sure the transcript reads smoothly and clearly.
Video Sources
- Use a direct video file or a video URL that is allowed for educational reuse.
- Ensure that the video is either:
- An original creation,
- In the public domain, or
- Clearly allowed for reuse (e.g., Creative Commons or confirmed Terms of Service).
Check copyright before uploading or embedding any video.
Citing the Video
All videos must be cited unless they are original (created by you or the developer).
If the video includes copyrighted material (e.g., a tutorial of a tool), cite the original source.
If the video was altered (e.g., trimmed or made interactive), add a note in the citation.
Citation Examples
“Racoon Demonstrates Problem Solving Skills | Earth Unplugged“. BBC Earth Unplugged. 08/3.0/2018. YouTube. Terms of Service.
“50 People Tell Us Words Or Phrases Only Their State Uses | Culturally Speaking“. Condé Nast Traveler. 08/10/2020. YouTube. Terms of Service. Run time edited.
“A Pet Kitten Resting And Trying To Catch Insect In The Grass“. Atakan Ozkan. 10/22/2019. Pexels. Free to use.
“Understanding Fractions“. MathExpression.com. 03/31/2014. Vimeo. Terms of Service. Interactions added.
Advanced Use: Interactive Video or Slide Decks
In some cases, you may need to:
- Add interactions to the video (use the Interactive Video H5P).
- Present multiple videos in a sequence (use the Course Presentation H5P).
All of these are supported and can be added to your Column H5P or embedded as standalone H5Ps in the lesson.
For more details, refer to the internal guide “Generate and Embed H5P Interactives”.