Frequently Asked Questions
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Resources to Support Using JoVE in your Classroom and Research Lab
JoVE (Journal of Visualized Experiments) is a science video resource that includes a variety of resources for use in the classroom and in the lab. It has two components:
- Science Education Video Collection: Teaching-focused videos including concept animations, ‘scientist in action’ videos to see concepts applied, and lab manual videos that cover preparation procedures for common labs
- Video Journal: A peer-reviewed video methods journal, consisting of video demonstrations and detailed text protocols of new and standard methods in physical and life sciences. Students and researchers can see the details of experiments and concepts, in addition to text-based descriptions.
The following video or the flow chart will walk you through the different components available in JoVE.
Further below are links and tutorials to help you get started in using JoVE in your classroom and/or research lab, using JoVE with Canvas and Zoom, using JoVE as a teaching tool, and getting answers to commonly asked questions.
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Introducing JoVE: Understanding What's Available
A flow chart introducing the different types of videos available in JoVE and how they're commonly used.
Using JoVE with Canvas
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Adding a JoVE Embed Code to Canvas (PDF)PDF version of the above tutorial on how to embed a JoVE video in Canvas.
Using JoVE as a Teaching Tool
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How to Create a JoVE Test (PDF)PDF version of the above video tutorial on how to create a JoVE test.
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Create a JoVE AccountYou don't need to create an individual JoVE account to use any of its features, but it can make things easier if you're a frequent user. Use this link to learn more about creating an individual JoVE account. Please note: You get access to JoVE through the Northeastern University Library, so you shouldn't need to create an additional account to get access - just go to JoVE through any of the links on the library's website. The additional account is only to access previously watched articles and/or create a favorite video playlist.
Mapping JoVE Videos to Your Course
JoVE offers course mapping services to map JoVE videos to your syllabus for you, saving you time searching through their video collections. To see which courses currently have syllabi mapped, click here. New syllabi are regularly being added!
A selection of currently available syllabi include: Introduction to Biology, Biological Psychology, Cell Biology, Coronavirus Biology, Foundations of Medicine, General Chemistry I and II, Genetics, Fundamentals of Nursing Care, Introductory Anatomy & Physiology, Mechanical Engineering: Fracture & Fatigue, Neurobiology, and Principles of Human Physiology.
For customized syllabus mapping or support utilizing their videos, please reach out to JoVE's designated Curriculum Specialist, Melissa DiTucci, at melissa.ditucci@jove.com.