SCOLA's mission is to help people all over the world learn about one another’s culture, language and ideologies. SCOLA uses modern technology as a tool for global understanding & overcoming barriers.

SCOLA® is the Library’s premier provider of worldwide television programs, video and other foreign language resources, language lessons and learning material from all over the world.

SCOLA’s content is available through the Library System website at www.BuffaloLib.org:

World TV OnlineInternational television channels representing eight geographic regions, accessible 24/365. News, talk, drama, children’s and music programming exactly as people see it in their own countries. Available for download and live stream.

Insta-ClassReady-to-use “instant” multi-media language lessons produced by SCOLA language experts from around the world. Multi-genre lessons for classroom and individual use are based on actual foreign content and include video clips, transcripts, translations, quizzes and vocabulary lists.

Specialized Word Video SearchA searchable collection of over 150,000 specialized foreign language words. Users are able to view a video containing the words, listen to an audible pronunciation and hear the words spoken in context.

Foreign TextA global newsstand of newspapers, magazines and books. Searchable, unabridged publications that present news, sports, entertainment, political commentary and more.

International RadioForeign radio broadcasts featuring SCOLA exclusives: Afghan Women’s Radio and rare Mayan dialects. Seldom-heard news, talk shows, music and more in 40+ languages.

On-the-Street VideosCompelling videos from around the world produced exclusively for SCOLA. Designed to present the native language as it is spoken informally among friends and neighbors. Family and cultural celebrations, weddings, sports, parades and interviews on intriguing topics.

VISIT: The Library System Website at: http://www.buffalolib.org/content/subject-guides/languages and click on: SCOLA

Learning ObjectsInteractive self-contained language lessons geared toward independent

study. Lessons provide instructive assessment and feedback from a socio-cultural perspective.

People and PlacesAn original snapshot gallery of SCOLA friends from around the world and the places they live. Thousands of vibrant pictures to browse, download and display for any educational purpose.

Savoir VivreA global adventure in culture. Travel the world, discover its people and explore new lifestyles.

Country Overview VideosUnique travelogue-style videos from every corner of the globe produced exclusively for SCOLA and narrated by native speakers.

Mobile AppsMost SCOLA services are available via the SCOLA app.