The Swank streaming platform does not currently support playback of films via screen-sharing platforms such as Zoom Meetings. The security of the platform is designed to prevent functional playback in this manner as we are unable to ensure that the audience of a film being shown via screen-share is one covered by our agreements and rights.
For virtual classrooms and events, we recommend that the facilitator provide each viewer with a link to the film and use Zoom simultaneously to discuss what every student is watching on their own device.
As a side note, if you are attempting to show a film via screen share, it is the audience that experiences disruption not the presenter. Just because playback appears smooth on the teacher’s end, does not mean that it is for the students.
Swank offers streaming access to classic and contemporary feature films from producers such as Sony, Disney, MGM, Paramount, and more.
The database is searchable by title, actor, director, genre, and more.
SWANK DIGITAL CAMPUS allows professors to stream films inside the classroom or assign to students as homework:
Contact the GWC Distance Education Librarian or use the form on this page.
Yes, anyone registered or employed at Golden West College can view any activated film in our directory.
Licensing agreements are good for one year (one year from the date film is ordered) for any of the films available in the Swank database. Films will need to be renewed yearly as funding permits.
We are limited to a maximum of 50 titles in the collection. The library is requesting that faculty who do not see a title in the collection that they will assign to students this year, please fill in the following form.
Adapted with permission from “Swank for EVC Instructors” by Heather Ott for Evergreen Valley College Library.