Microsoft SQL
This is a fairly advanced examination of SQL skills with over 100 very detailed questions, including numerous code examples. There is a single quiz level, which draws 35 questions randomly from the full set each time it is played. Scores are kept and progress is tracked.
Fertility and Family Planning
Students will gain an understanding of the change in fertility patterns in the U.S. through an examination of the change of marital status among females, childbearing trends, and how such variables are affected by race/ethnicity.
Teaching Through Asking Questions
This module explores the teaching technique of Questioning. Instead of simply telling the student a fact or critique, the teacher can question the student until they explore options and think of the solution on their own. This allows the student to think creatively and critically, while also giving ...
This Land is Our Land
Throughout history, as the concepts of empire and nation-states took hold, individual countries secured their borders and tried to keep unwanted migrants out. As we enter the 21st century Anwarul K. Chowdhury, an Under-Secretary of the United Nations, says, 'The first step towards examining the road to peace should start with an appreciation of the changing nature of conflicts. Gone are days of war between states for conquest, extension of spheres of influence in the name of ideology ... Today's
#21 How to Play Arpeggios: Lesson on Arpeggio pattern
In this lesson I explain what an arpeggio is, and give you tips on how to best play the arpeggio pattern used to practise your technique. (20:55)
The Art of Teaching the Arts: Creating Rich Learning Environments
Arts teachers create a safe environment where students feel free to express their thoughts and feelings and take creative risks. In this session, participants meet an Acting I teacher who helps students let go of their inhibitions and an Acting II teacher who encourages students to take creative risks as they interpret monologues. In a dance class, a teacher asks students to work closely in pairs so they can study subtle aspects of movement technique. In a visual art department, the teachers wor
“The Consequences of the Escalation of War in Afghanistan” (video)
A talk by political scientist Gilles Dorronsoro, visiting scholar in the Carnegie Endowment's South Asia Program. His research focuses on security and political development in Afghanistan, particularly the role of the International Security Assistance Force, the steps required to achieve a viable government in Kabul, and the conditions necess
Hand Washing - CDC
Scientists estimate that people are not washing their hands often or well enough and may transmit up to 80% of all infections by their hands. From doorknobs to animals to food, harmful germs can live on almost everything. Handwashing may be your single most important act to help stop the spread of infection and stay healthy. Video interviews with doctors stress the importance of proper hand washing technique. Video has captions. 3:39 min.
How To Fight Household Germs
Narrator explains how to properly wash hands, cough or sneeze, and many other strategies to avoid getting sick. Video shows proper technique for each step. Live action movie featuring high school/college age students. 2:37 min.
Advanced Painting Techniques : Pointillism in Advanced Painting
The technique of Pointillism is present in George Seurat's iconic painting 'A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte' (1884-1886). This technique needs a lot of time. Point on your canvas using a small round brush-go onto the canvas, make multiple points. Over time it fills in-explore with different colors. (1:39)
How to Brush Teeth
Brushing twice a day is the easiest way to avoid cavities and gum disease, but are you doing it the right way? Learn the technique professionals recommend for the best cleaning in this detailed video from Colgate OralCare.
How to Floss Teeth
Plaque can lead to tooth decay and gum disease, and removing it can be difficult through brushing alone. Flossing can help. Learn an effective and safe technique by watching this video from Colgate OralCare.
Roger Federer Forehand In Slow Motion
This is a short, silent video of Roger Federer hitting forehands in slow motion. Display of proper technique as done by a pro. 2:13 min.
Effective Reading Comprehension Strategies: Sequencing Main Events
Using the Sequencing Main Events technique to teach reading comprehension skills to early elementary students.
Speed Reading Practice #1
This clip leads you through a technique to help increase your speed reading skills. Learn simple exercises that will help to accelerate the reading speed you already have. You will need a piece of paper and pen for this exercise.
Speed Reading Practice #2
This clip leads you through a second technique to improve your speed reading skills. The exercise involves looking at numbers to warm up eye muscles in order to ease eye strain and be more at ease while reading.
How To Teach Lyrical Jazz Dance - part one
Cathy Roe demontrates how to teach a class in lyrical jazz. Includes warm up, center floor technique, and two center adage combinations. (6:23)
Nathaniel Ayers - With Robert Gupta and Steve Lopez
Move the clip forward, to approximately 1:34, to see Robert Gupta - the youngest member of the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra - work with Nathaniel Ayers. In this scene, Nathaniel watches Robert and Joanne Pearce-Martin (principal keyboardist for the LA Phil) as they finish playing a duet. Immediately after its conclusion, Robert gives Nathaniel tips on violin-playing technique.
Steve Lopez, Nathaniel's friend and author of a book about him, narrates this video clip.
Pickleball Technique: How to Cross Step
Pickleball Cross Step by Coach "Mo". Here's an instructional video that demonstrates the proper technique for Cross Stepping while playing Pickleball. (3:46)
Insect Collecting at Night
Join entomologist Gary Hevel as he provides tips for collecting insects at night. Gary suggests looking for insects in tree bark, porch lights, commercial lights, and a technique called sugaring. Run time 03:11.
