Information technology can provide an effective and efficient learning environment, and as a result, life-long learning is now a reality. We are witnessing a growing use of e-Learning systems both as supports to traditional educational institutions and to corporations providing on-the-job training. The challenge is how to use information technology to improve the learning experience. This paper addresses the possible added value of video presentations in e-learning software. It shows, on the basis of empirical research, that students find a learning environment supported with video presentations more useful. Their intrinsic motivation to learn the subject matter had a significantly positive effect on their satisfaction with the availability of video presentations. Although our e-learning environment improved students' performance, video presentations had no significant effect on their performance on exams, however.