Media Selection: Newer isn't always better.

One of the most important aspects of sound instructional design is media selection.  Choosing the right picture, video, soundbite, or print asset can increase both student engagement and learning.  During my tenure in Virginia Tech's Master of Arts in Instructional Technology program, peer reviews of programs and lessons I was developing were used to provide valuable feedback.  A point of contention that I encountered more than once was my use of what my peers referred to as "outdated" media.  To this I say "Nay!"  Just because the media I selected was old doesn't mean that it wasn't the best choice for my instructional design.  Newer isn't necessarily better when it comes to media or even delivery system.  What matters is the role and efficacy of the media chosen.  With that in mind here are 10 classic educational television programs that still rock today via i09.com.  The vast majority of these programs can be found on YouTube.com.  Enjoy!

Classic Educational TV Programs that Still Rock Today