China puts brakes on bullet trains
China recalls 54 bullet trains as the government reconsiders its rail policy following July's deadly crash. Sunita Rappai reports.
A Walk around Medieval Dublin
Comprehensive details for conducting a history field trip around medieval Dublin, plus ideas for projects that can subsequently be conducted.
Seeds: Day 4
A few days later, the seeds should have sprouted, or germinated. The roots grow down and away from the seed and the shoots grow upward and away from the seed.
ISS Update - August 16, 2011
The International Space Station video update for Aug. 16, 2011.
[Suresh 180] Where nest the golden birds in each branch
[Suresh 180] Where nest the golden birds in each branch जहाँ डाल डाल पर सोने की चिड़ियाँ करती हैं बसेरा (Jahan daal daa par sonay kee chidiyan kartee hain basera...
The Letters of Adams and Jefferson
This segment describes the years of correspondence between Adams in Massachusetts and Thomas Jefferson at Monticello in Virginia. Hard feelings had come between Adams and Jefferson over the election of 1800, which Jefferson won. In their elder years, they wrote 150 letters to each other, one of the greatest correspondences in American history.
Math Master- Capacity Problem
This video starts with an explanation of why math is important in everyday life. Then, the 'Math Master' solves a problem using cups, pints, quarts, gallons. This video is good for visual learners to understand the difference between the measurements. (08:43)
European shopper slowdown hits H&M
Aug. 15 - Hennes & Mauritz posted a 6 percent drop in like-for-like sales in July, lagging expectations, amid weak consumer sentiment in Europe where the Swedish budget-fashion giant sells most of its clothes. Hayley Platt reports
Declaration of Independence and Revolutionary War
The Revolutionary War was America the start of America's
struggle for independence from British Rule. This three minute video presents this event. For older students. Has a read along script running on the bottom of the screen. A word wall is needed with this video as there are many difficult words. Best for elementary students as an overview.
First Word: Movie Clip From Mother Teresa
Mother Teresa tells stories to young Indian children, which inspires them to learn to read. This movie clip illustrates the themes of teaching, compassion, learning, and outreach. ( 2:25)
Rebels in Brega
Both Libyan rebel fighters and Gaddafi forces suffer casualties after clashes in Brega. Julie Noce reports.
European shares tumble further
Aug. 18 - European shares extended their falls in afternoon trade on Thursday, as bigger-than-expected U.S. jobless claims data added to investors' concerns about global growth. Joanna Partridge reports.
A Loyal Subject
Loyal subjects of the king walked among Williamsburg's revolutionaries. Colonial Williamsburg's Jack Flintom interprets John Randolph's allegiance to King George III.
Etats généraux, Assemblée constituante et séparation des pouvoirs
"Entretiens du Jeu de Paume" vendredi 17 juin, samedi 18 juin et dimanche 19 juin 2011, l'UTLS et le Château de Versailles présenteront à Versailles la seconde édition des Entretiens du Jeu de Paume autour du thème de la séparation des pouvoirs.
États généraux, Assemblée constituante et séparation des pouvoirs
Marc Lahmer, avocat, spécialiste des évolutions constitutionnelles du début de la Révolution française
16h00 : Séparati
Advanced Audio Blog S4 #11 - Top 10 Japanese Songs: Hana/Flowers
Learn Japanese with JapanesePod101.com! Ah, spring! Do you ever just sit back and marvel at the scenery in the springtime, when trees, shrubs, and other plants are putting on a magical show of petals of every color of the rainbow? Springtime in Japan always makes me want to garden. Not surprisingly, it also puts me [...]
"NextLab I: Designing Mobile Technologies for the Next Billion Users, Fall 2008"
"Can you make a cellphone change the world? NextLab is a hands-on year-long design course in which students research, develop and deploy mobile technologies for the next billion mobile users in developing countries. Guided by real-world needs as observed by local partners, students work in multidisciplinary teams on term-long projects, closely collaborating with NGOs and communities at the local level, field practitioners, and experts in relevant fields. Students are expected to leverage technic
Engaging professionals in sustainability and the arts
http://johnmolson.concordia.ca/sustainable
Dr. Lidia Varbanova elaborates on what professionals can do to encourage the role of arts and culture in sustainability discussions.
http://johnmolson.concordia.ca/sustainable
Arts and Ecological Sustainability
http://www.labforculture.org/en/home/contents/climate-change-artists-respond
Greening the Arts: Think pieces for a zero carbon future and a survey of sustainable arts practices
http://www.lidiavarbanova.ca/main/2011/01/08/sustainability-arts/
Why Study St Paul's Letter to the Romans with Richard Bell
Prof. Richard Bell conveys his enthusiasm for the study of the letter of St Paul addressed to the Romans.
Dean Skerrett Welcomes Students
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