They Swallow our Precious Time, But Who Are They And Can We Trust Them?: Educational Channels on YouTube Under Scrutiny
Type
conference paper
Date Issued
2021-09
Author(s)
Abstract
Although there is research from different disciplines on explanatory videos (e.g. regarding their purpose or quality criteria), these studies usually neglect the platforms where the videos are offered and the people responsible for these channels. In this paper we therefore present an explorative study in which we analyzed YouTube channels that show explanatory videos primarily for German school students and teachers. In a multi-step process, we selected 11 channels for the study and developed an instrument that allowed for a criteria-based, comparative analysis of those channels. Results reveal substantial differences between the examined channels with regard to their performance, monetization, transparency, advertisement, staff, target groups and quality management. The findings as well as the limitations and strengths of the study are discussed. The investigation of a larger number of explanatory video channels in follow-up studies could provide additional insights and increase the generalizability of the findings. https://osf.io/ym7d5/wiki/home/
Language
English
HSG Classification
contribution to scientific community
Event Title
European Conference on Educational Research (ECER) “Education and Society: Expectations, Prescriptions, Reconciliations”
Event Location
Genf, Schweiz (Online)
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Division(s)
Eprints ID
265117
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2021-09 Educational Video Channels Under Scrutiny ECER 2021 Siegel & Streitberger.pdf
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