Babbage: December 15th, 2010
M&Ms, man-made life and the Kinect
Spartan Sagas: Dean Carpenter
Spartan alumnus Dean Carpenter is truly making a difference — he's helping those seeking medical treatment at a shelter of last resort in Detroit. "I can't solve the heath care problems in Detroit by myself," says Carpenter, "but I can do the best that I can with the person who's sitting in front of me at that moment."
Fawaz Bilbeisi
Fawaz Bilbeisi Director of Economic & Commerce Bureau for the Kingdom of Jordan
Gilles Noghes
Ambassador from the Principality of Monaco
6.035 Computer Language Engineering (MIT)
This course analyzes issues associated with the implementation of higher-level programming languages. Topics covered include: fundamental concepts, functions, and structures of compilers, the interaction of theory and practice, and using tools in building software. The course includes a multi-person project on compiler design and implementation.
Dewani wedding video released
The family of Shrien Dewani releases the video of the wedding held in India in October.
Conversations with Michael Dukakis: Introduction to Course
Leadership and the Public Manager
Sponsored by Northeastern University's Master of Public Administration Program (http://www.polisci.neu.edu/graduate/master_public/)
Interviewer: Marion Mason
Video Production: Nick Dantzer, MPA'12
ISS Update - Dec. 17, 2010
The International Space Station video update for Dec. 17, 2010.
Volcanoes - Continental Drift and Plate Tectonics
This short video describes how volcanoes are created and what causes them to erupt. (1:37)
Senate ends military ban on gays
The Senate repeals ban against gays serving openly in the U.S. military, sending the measure to President Barack Obama for his signature. Deborah Lutterbeck reports.
Health Care Policy and the Next U.S. Administration
In an energetic talk delivered prior to the U.S. presidential election, Jonathan Gruber provides a useful breakdown of the two candidates’ remedies for the nation’s troubled health care system. His detailed analysis of the key issues around health care may prove invaluable as the next president assumes office.
After
Mrs. Burk Perimeter Rap
Mrs. Burks sings a rap song explaining how to find the perimeter. Catchy tune for students to remember (Running Time 0:59).
Table Ronde : Précaution, prévention et gestion des risques environnementaux (audio)
Journée Santé Environnement
Quelques risques environnementaux reconnus
ISPED, Université Victor Segalen Bordeaux 2
Les grandes questions environnementales des débuts du XXIe siècle : pesticides, champs électromagnétiques, pollution atmosphérique…ont poussé à la création de structures régionales chargées d’assurer la gestion des risques environnementaux et d
Interview with Mario Vargas Llosa
In this short interview excerpt in Spanish, 2010 Nobel Laureate in Literature, Mario Vargas Llosa, explains how his writing and work have brought him pleasure. See the full version: http://nobelprize.org/mediaplayer/index.php?id=1410
Did You Know 4.0
This is another official update to the original "Shift Happens" video. This completely new Fall 2009 version includes facts and stats focusing on the changing media landscape, including convergence and technology. Set to music. Run time 04:45.
Active Gaming Research
In this video, the university shares the information they have learned about active gaming, along with the impact it has had on students' lives. The active gaming labs use technology to improve learning along with a new type of physical education within the schools and encourages children to use technology while still being physically active. Run time 03:04.
China auto stocks fall on car curbs
China's auto stocks fall after Beijing introduces measures to tackle traffic jams; investors fear other cities may adopt similar measures which will impact car industry.
Process low risk credit applications
This learning object contains activities on processing low risk credit applications. Includes collecting information, credit scoring, finalising applications and privacy issues.
