As videocassette recorders transformed American households in the mid-1980s, Jewish educational institutions faced both unprecedented opportunities and challenges in adapting this emerging technology. Through qualitative analysis of educational practices and detailed case studies, the research evaluates how Jewish communities integrated video materials into their teaching and programming. The methodology encompasses curriculum development approaches, assessment of existing video resources, and analysis of innovative film excerpt usage in educational settings. Key findings demonstrate that successful video integration hinges on three critical elements: careful curriculum planning, proper teacher training, and high-quality supplementary materials. Feature film excerpts proved particularly effective for exploring Jewish identity, Holocaust education, and lifecycle events, with programs successfully utilizing clips from "The Jazz Singer" and "Sophie's Choice." However, significant quality disparities exist among Jewish educational videos, highlighting the pressing need for preview opportunities before purchase. Video technology shows substantial potential for extending Jewish education beyond formal classroom settings into home environments, warranting the establishment of Jewish video lending libraries and development of family-oriented educational materials with accompanying discussion guides.