Beamafilm Introduces Curated Collections to Enhance Flexible Acquisition Models for Libraries
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Louise van Rooyen - Beamafilm
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31/01/2025
Beamafilm's new Curated Collections include exclusive titles on topics ranging from Australian Permaculture to American Authors.
These handpicked collections are premium, convenient and affordable, offering diverse and exclusive titles. Curated Collections are available at a special introductory discount.
CURATED COLLECTIONS THAT INSPIRE AND EDUCATE
Educational video collections on Beamafilm include:
• Social-issue documentaries exploring critical societal challenges.
• Environmental documentaries addressing sustainability and climate change.
• Historical documentary streaming for in-depth exploration of the past.
• Independent documentary films showcase unique and often underrepresented perspectives.
• Exclusive collections from renowned filmmakers and distributors bring unparalleled quality and relevance to academic streaming.
• Anthropology video resources and humanities and social sciences archives.
• K-12 educational films. From anthropology video resources to K-12 educational films,
• Beamafilm’s collection supports humanities and social sciences archives for academic libraries.
FLEXIBLE ACQUISITION MODELS FOR LIBRARIES
Beamafilm understands the needs of academic institutions and offers a wide range of flexible acquisition and pricing models tailored to different library types. By tailoring plans to library budgets and user needs, we aim to foster accessibility for institutions of all sizes.
Acquisition options include:
Demand-Driven Acquisition (DDA): Purchase films based on user interest and demand.
• Patron Driven Acquisition (PDA): Offer access to a vast streaming collection and only acquire titles that have been viewed
• Evidence-Based Acquisition (EBA): Access a curated collection with the flexibility to purchase popular titles later.
• Hybrid DDA: mix PDA and EBA to suit your needs.
Unlimited-Access Annual Subscriptions: Ideal for broad access across campuses.
• Access Beamafilm's entire catalogue of films for one convenient annual subscription fee.
• Our popular unlimited-access, ad-free streaming option is also an ideal screening resource for libraries and educators.
Transactional licenses: For individual film acquisitions or individual views.
Educational video collections on Beamafilm include:
• Social-issue documentaries exploring critical societal challenges.
• Environmental documentaries addressing sustainability and climate change.
• Historical documentary streaming for in-depth exploration of the past.
• Independent documentary films showcase unique and often underrepresented perspectives.
• Exclusive collections from renowned filmmakers and distributors bring unparalleled quality and relevance to academic streaming.
• Anthropology video resources and humanities and social sciences archives.
• K-12 educational films. From anthropology video resources to K-12 educational films,
• Beamafilm’s collection supports humanities and social sciences archives for academic libraries.
FLEXIBLE ACQUISITION MODELS FOR LIBRARIES
Beamafilm understands the needs of academic institutions and offers a wide range of flexible acquisition and pricing models tailored to different library types. By tailoring plans to library budgets and user needs, we aim to foster accessibility for institutions of all sizes.
Acquisition options include:
Demand-Driven Acquisition (DDA): Purchase films based on user interest and demand.
• Patron Driven Acquisition (PDA): Offer access to a vast streaming collection and only acquire titles that have been viewed
• Evidence-Based Acquisition (EBA): Access a curated collection with the flexibility to purchase popular titles later.
• Hybrid DDA: mix PDA and EBA to suit your needs.
Unlimited-Access Annual Subscriptions: Ideal for broad access across campuses.
• Access Beamafilm's entire catalogue of films for one convenient annual subscription fee.
• Our popular unlimited-access, ad-free streaming option is also an ideal screening resource for libraries and educators.
Transactional licenses: For individual film acquisitions or individual views.
• Title by title
• View by view
TAILORED FOR ACADEMIC AND PUBLIC LIBRARIES
Beamafilm offers academic video collections and scholarly video resources within a tailored university streaming service, allowing educators and students to access unique, award-winning films and documentaries to enhance their learning and research.
• View by view
TAILORED FOR ACADEMIC AND PUBLIC LIBRARIES
Beamafilm offers academic video collections and scholarly video resources within a tailored university streaming service, allowing educators and students to access unique, award-winning films and documentaries to enhance their learning and research.
Beamafilm’s offerings are designed to align with the goals of academic and public libraries. Beamafilm bridges the gap between education and thoughtful entertainment. Our focus on inclusivity ensures access to multilingual film content, accessible streaming with adaptable bitrate, and VPAT certification for compliance with accessibility standards. Beamafilm’s library streaming service allows patrons to access a curated library video collection that supports library and lecture screenings alongside personal study.
SEAMLESS INTEGRATION WITH LIBRARY SYSTEMS
Beamafilm integrates effortlessly with library management systems, making it an invaluable digital film library resource. Features include:
• MARC records for easy cataloguing and discoverability with dynamic updates for the latest content.
• IP-based/EZ Proxy or Web authentication for secure access.
• Integrated with LMS platforms such as Ex Libris, Civica, OCLC, and WorldCat.
• Accessible streaming with adaptable bitrate
• VPAT certification for compliance with accessibility standards.
TOOLS TO ENHANCE LEARNING
Beamafilm goes beyond streaming by offering robust online tools to support education and research. Our toolset includes:
• Playlists, clipping and citation tools for creating shareable excerpts.
• Embeddable links for seamless integration into learning management systems.
• Interactive, searchable transcripts to support accessibility and note-taking.
• Mobile and TV apps for accessibility on your selected devices.
• Statistical dashboards for libraries to analyze usage.
• Screening program with public performance rights (PPR) for on-site film screenings with promotional materials, discussion guides, and event tips to encourage engagement. Beamafilm is a user-friendly streaming and learning resource for education and research.
Beamafilm's streaming video library features an extensive digital film collection, making Beamafilm an invaluable digital video library resource for institutions. As a leading library video streaming platform, Beamafilm offers independent documentary films and educational video resources that align with curriculum goals, with niche categories like music and performing arts.
Enhance eCollections at your library by choosing from our new Curated Collections alongside a flexible range of other acquisition models.
Visit our Librarians page for more information, request a free 30-day trial, book an appointment to speak with our sales and marketing team or explore our tailored plans.
SEAMLESS INTEGRATION WITH LIBRARY SYSTEMS
Beamafilm integrates effortlessly with library management systems, making it an invaluable digital film library resource. Features include:
• MARC records for easy cataloguing and discoverability with dynamic updates for the latest content.
• IP-based/EZ Proxy or Web authentication for secure access.
• Integrated with LMS platforms such as Ex Libris, Civica, OCLC, and WorldCat.
• Accessible streaming with adaptable bitrate
• VPAT certification for compliance with accessibility standards.
TOOLS TO ENHANCE LEARNING
Beamafilm goes beyond streaming by offering robust online tools to support education and research. Our toolset includes:
• Playlists, clipping and citation tools for creating shareable excerpts.
• Embeddable links for seamless integration into learning management systems.
• Interactive, searchable transcripts to support accessibility and note-taking.
• Mobile and TV apps for accessibility on your selected devices.
• Statistical dashboards for libraries to analyze usage.
• Screening program with public performance rights (PPR) for on-site film screenings with promotional materials, discussion guides, and event tips to encourage engagement. Beamafilm is a user-friendly streaming and learning resource for education and research.
Beamafilm's streaming video library features an extensive digital film collection, making Beamafilm an invaluable digital video library resource for institutions. As a leading library video streaming platform, Beamafilm offers independent documentary films and educational video resources that align with curriculum goals, with niche categories like music and performing arts.
Enhance eCollections at your library by choosing from our new Curated Collections alongside a flexible range of other acquisition models.
Visit our Librarians page for more information, request a free 30-day trial, book an appointment to speak with our sales and marketing team or explore our tailored plans.
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