The Obesity Epidemic
Professor Jim Mann of the Edgar National Centre for Diabetes Research presents a short film on the Obesity Epidemic in New Zealand.
WatchKnowLearn Embarks on a Bus Tour
Dr. Joe Thomas and the WatchKnowLearn tour bus made a stop in Petal, MS to meet with the school superintendent and spread the word about his year-long bus tour. This news clip is from WDAM, Channel 7. (01:30)
Working Together: Science Teachers and Students with Disabilities
In this 12 minute video several ideas are shown to help students that have a variety of disabilities. In this video presentation, students suggest ways to make science activities more accessible. It is designed to help science teachers fully include students with disabilities in their classes by sharing the advice
of successful high school students with disabilities.
Cake Decorating-How to Decorate A Birthday Butterfly Cake
Butterfly birthday cake decorating ideas - How to make a cake Here's a beautiful butterfly birthday cake decorating idea for any event or party. It's quick and easy, once you learn just a few tricks, from professional baker Liv Hansen for the Betty Crocker Kitchens. She gives great tips for crumb coating, icing, and decorating. This is a great resource for home economics and bachelor living courses. (5:41)
4-H Goes Digital
The Tech Wizards after-school program uses technology to introduce Latino students to careers and educational pathways in science, technology, engineering, and math. (4:25)
ISS Update - August 18, 2011
The International Space Station video update for Aug. 18, 2011.
Digital Youth Portrait: Jalen
My name is Jalen, and I live in Illinois. In the Digital Youth Network program, I do graphic design, video gaming, and robotics. I am doing DYN TV, in which we make our own little TV show. And I'm learning photography this year. So I think I have advanced throughout the years in my use of technology and in my use of creating through technology. In school, at home, and in the Digital Youth Network, Jalen thrives as an artist, animator, and digital-media creator. (7:46)
How To Make a Hanging Compass From Everyday Objects-(LooLeDo.com)
This cool Hanging Compass was built out of nothing but a paper plate, a magnet, some string and a needle! All you need is your imagination and simple supplies. This craft is designed for kids, educators, and parents to build in the classroom and/or at home. The important thing is to have fun! (4:10)
WSU Zipcar Program
Washington State University has contracted with Zipcar, Inc., the world's leading car-sharing network, to offer a car-sharing program on its main Pullman campus. The transportation option is now available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to all university students, faculty and staff members who are licensed drivers aged 18 and older.
For more information about this story, click here: http://news.wsu.edu/pages/publications.asp?Action=Detail&PublicationID=27090&TypeID=1
Three killed in Homs during U.N. visit, activists say
Aug. 22 - Amateur video obtained by a social media website shows two people apparently shot by Syrian forces in Homs during a visit by a UN team. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).
Teacher Tipster-Rock Phonics Game-Making Words Center Idea
Here's another cheap and easy manipulative idea for your class. Use aquarium or planter rocks to make a set of phonics manipulatives. Mr. Smith writes letters and phonetic chunks on each rock (backwards). This is a great idea for a center game to make words. Students will have fun with this. (3:32)
Officers value preparation Penn State training offers
Do you know someone who always has your back -- someone you can rely on to show you the ropes? For many county sheriff departments across the state, Penn State takes on that role. Scott Henry, a deputy in the Berks County Sheriff's Department, points out how Penn State's Deputy Sheriff Academy, the only program of its kind in Pennsylvania, teaches deputies effective ways to protect the public.
Can Adult Stem Cells Regenerate the Damaged Nervous System?
Presented by David Hyde (Notre Dame) at the Notre Dame Inaugural Workshop on Adult and Alternative Forms of Stem Cell Research: Public Lectures, 2011: http://law.nd.edu/about/conferences/summer-workshop-stem-cell-research/.
Stem Cell Initiative: http://adultstemcell.nd.edu/
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FILMED - HYSTERECTOMIE LAPAROSCOPIQUE DE L'UTERUS VOLUMINEUX
Titre: HYSTERECTOMIE LAPAROSCOPIQUE DE L'UTERUS VOLUMINEUX AVEC COAGULATION DES ARTERES UTERINES A L'ORIGINE
Auteur: Roman H.
Spécialité: CHIRURGIE DIGESTIVE
GYNECOLOGIE OBSTETRIQUE
Resumé: Nous présentons un artifice technique qui facilité la réalisation d'une hystérectomie laparoscopique en cas d'utérus très volumineux lorsque la voie vaginale exclusive est impossible. Trois particularités de cet artifice technique sont importants : l'emplacement haut des
Pitch and Frequency
To further their understanding of sound energy, students identify the different pitches and frequencies created by a vibrating ruler and a straw kazoo. They create high- and low-pitch sound waves.
Study Habits: Six Important Tips
Six important things that students should do to improve their school performance. This three minute video reviews the most important elements that a students need to do each day and is an excellent video to show at the beginning of the school year.
Guide to the Papers of Edward Donald deLuca, 1974-1985 (bulk 1977-1985)
As Director of the Department of City Development in Pittsburgh from 1977 to 1982, engineer and urban planner Edward Donald deLuca particpated in many of the city's economic redevelopment projects, such as the Golden Triangle, Herr's Island, Market Square, North Shore, Produce Terminal Rehabilitation, Renaissance and Silver Lake Industrial Parks, Strip District Redevelopment and Upper Strip/Lower Lawrenceville Industrial District projects. These papers include articles by deLuca, reports, corres
Guide to the Records of the Allegheny County Committee 1960 White House Conference on Children and Y
The call for the sixth White House Conference on Children and Youth (1960) was issued by President Dwight D. Eisenhower on May 27, 1958. On June 26, 1959, Governor David L. Lawrence appointed a State Coordinating Committee to be responsible for the White House Conference preparations in Pennsylvania. This collection includes agendas, announcements, correspondence, invitations, membership lists, memoranda, minutes and reports.
Rebel families splash into Aisha Gaddafi's pool
Aug. 26 - Libyan opposition supporters bring their families to the luxurious house, complete with swimming pool, once occupied by Muammar Gaddafi's daughter Aisha at his compound in Tripoli. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).
