Translation Part 1
This video illustrates how to draw a translation, as required by high school Geometry courses.
The Last Aztec 7/10
Booker Prize winner DBC Pierre returns to the Mexico of his youth to explore the downfall of one of the world's greatest civilisations -- the Aztecs ruled by the emperor Montezuma II who were defeated by a small force of Spaniards under Hernán Cortés. Suitable for high school students. Educators/Parents: Some segments speak of human sacrifice.
History of the N.A.A.C.P., Part 1 of 2
This video features information regarding 'one of the oldest and most influential civil rights organizations in the United States' (Wikipedia, 2009); the N.A.A.C.P.
Olympic Ring Snowflakes — Paulina & Emily's Arts 'n' Crafts
On Paulina and Emily's Arts 'n' Crafts, the duo show how to make a cool wall or window decoration, to celebrate the Olympic games. vablearn.ca for more about this video.
Level 2 Exponents Video uses an computer software and with different colors for emphasis. Uses basic exponent knowledge, but exponents are negative. Remember exponents are not multiplication, for example 2 to the -3 power is equal to one-half to the third power. When there is a negative exponent you take the inverse of the base number. Then to solve it you would take one-half times one-
Crohns Disease Module 10: Research
Learn about research currently focusing on abnormalities in the immune system, bacteria in the intestine, and genetics. This module will also address how you can help with research to find better ways to treat Crohns, how this will this help develop better medications, and what this research will provide.
Sesame Street: Brush
Video includes several short scenes about brushing teeth with songs and music
Line Integral - Proof of Green's Theorem, Part 1
The instructor talks a little too fast in this video, but is understandable. He uses a whiteboard to demonstrate a proof of a special case of Green's Theorem where the graph can be described in two ways.
The Lost Colony of Roanoke
This video from "In Search of History", introduces the Lost Colony of
Roanoke. The colony's leader, John White, was sent to England to get
supplies for the colony. Unfortunately, his return was delayed because
England was at war with Spain. Run time 04:17.
American History: Spanish Colonies
This 1:30 video explains the Spanish established colonies in South America, Mexico and the Caribbean before they were settled in the states known today as Florida, Texas, New Mexico and California. It has basic graphics and maps, but is too short to be used as an only resouce.
Pueblo Benito
In this 1:43 video the mystery of Chaco Canyon's Pueblo Benito is revealed. It is one of the most impressive towns constructed around 1000
AD. The video shows how large the community was and how the inhabitants used astronomy in their celebrations.
Gothic Undercurrents-Unit 6
What was haunting the American nation in the 1850s? The three writers treated in this program ‹ Nathaniel Hawthorne, Herman Melville, and Emily Dickinson ‹ use poetry and prose to explore the dark side of nineteenth-century America.
Teaching Kids Math With a Number Grid - Kindergarten
Teach kids math with a number grid and show them addition and subtraction on the grid by counting over spaces and finding the sum on the grid a Kindergarten teaches shows some neat tricks to make this an easy method to catch on to.
How to Teach Kids Numbers
Teach kids numbers and number identification by making charts with numbers so kids arent just memorizing number sequences, theyll recognize a number standing alone; get more with tips on teaching kids numbers, in this education video that is presented by an experienced kinder teacher.
Teaching Kids Numbers with Dot Worksheets
Dot worksheets are a great way to teach kids numbers; make dots on a sheet and have the child point and count the dots, and write down the appropriate number, get more numbering tips in this kindergarten education video which is presented by an experience kinder teacher.
What Is a Number System?
Understand the nature of the real number system, the elements and
operations that make up the system, and some of the rules that govern the operations. Examine a finite number system that follows some (but not all) of the same rules, and then compare this system to the real number system. Use a number line to classify the numbers we use, and examine how the numbers and operations relate to one another.
Marshmallows
Second-graders create and discuss a bar graph based on the number of marshmallows they estimate each person in their class would eat on a camping trip. After discussing their results, students determine how many bags of marshmallows to take. NCTM standards: concepts of whole number operations, statistics and probability, reasoning, problem solving.
What’s the Price?
Third-graders use problem-solving approaches--such as role playing or drawing pictures—to investigate and understand division. They make connections to everyday life and use calculators as they determine unit costs for two different boxes of cereal. NCTM Standards: concepts of whole number operation, fractions and decimals, problem solving, communication.
Assessment in Math and Science - What'd I Get?: Scoring Tools
Workshop 2. What'd I Get?: Scoring Tools (90 min.)
'Well-designed performance tasks give teachers the information necessary to evaluate the depth of students' understanding — but how can teachers determine quality work? This workshop demonstrates how teachers can construct assessment tools for benchmarks of student understanding. The role of students in the construction of scoring tools and the process of assessment will be a primary focus. Content Guide: K. Michael Hibbard.'
Assessment in Math and Science-I Didn't Know This Was an English Class!
Workshop 4. I Didn't Know This Was an English Class!; Connections Across the Disciplines (90 min.)
'One measure of students' depth of understanding is the connections they can make across disciplines. This workshop explores how teachers can encourage these connections by designing performance tasks that build on other disciplines. Content Guide: Monica Neagoy.'
