Q. Can the library convert a film for me or purchase a film with streaming rights?

First Step

First, you might check to see if the library already owns the video you want by searching Discovery Catalog Search from the library homepage or under our "Video" link (a limited version of the catalog). The Discovery Catalog will show you both physical (such as DVD) holdings as well as streaming versions that are available, including those of other libraries we can attempt to request via interlibrary loan.

If a streaming version is not available through TCC, use the "Suggest a Resource" page and select the "Video Request" form. 

All streaming videos in TCC Library's media collection are limited to current authorized TCC students, faculty, and staff. While film and television distributors use a variety of hosting systems and platforms to stream their content, please realize that some distributors do not offer their content to these platforms or on platforms libraries can license (Netflix, for example). Sometimes a streaming copy and/or license can be sought directly from the copyright holder through copyright clearance or permission. This often still comes with fees. If the holder provides such a streaming license, the TCC Library could purchase and host the title internally on a case-by-case basis depending on your use. The use of the "Suggest a Resource" form above will initiate this process with the relevant librarians, who will explore options.

All streaming videos in the collection can be used (linked to) in TCC course management sites (Blackboard), syllabi, documents, and other webpages. If you are unable to access a video the catalog claims we have, request help from Library staff. 

Digitization 

There is also the potential we can convert or digitize the full film or create segments for you under specific circumstances, such as if the film is an orphaned work or if the use fits within exemptions allowed under the TEACH Act, etc. For example, VHS to DVD or VHS to streaming. This is typically only done if the material is rarer or dated or no longer being produced.  Please use the above requests form to find out if this is an option, giving us context if you already own the material and don't think we can purchase licensing for modern versions. See the links below for more copyright information on streaming films for classroom and non-classroom use. It might be necessary for the library to acquire the original physical material as part of their collection in order to preserve the material digitally, which is what § 108 of US Copyright Law requires.