History as a Communication Problem
This lecture explores how the basic problems faced by historians–the historical record, its transmission, and interpretation–are problems of communication.
July 5, 2010 (Running Time 57:37)
Lecture 7 - A brief history of radio
Provides a short cultural history of radio, from the 1920s to the 1960s.
Ethnic history of Puerto Rico
Excerpt from the film 'Third World Connection' which discusses the history of Puerto Rican ethnicity.
History and Production of Maple Syrup
Biologist Brian Chabot shares the history of maple syrup and the secrets of its production.
Date: 06/16/2010
The History of Cornell's Arts Quad
Architect Vince Mulcahy describes the history of Cornell's Arts Quad from the first stone row building to the Johnson Museum.
Date: 06/16/2010
Lecture 2 - History of US Food Regulation - Video
Historical overview the interface of food and government.
Lecture 2 - History of US Food Regulation - Audio
Historical overview the interface of food and government.
The Mysteries of Diamonds: Bizarre History, Amazing Properties, Unique Applications
Diamonds have been a prized material throughout history. They are scarce and beautiful, wars have been fought over them, and they remain today a symbol of wealth and power. Diamonds also have exceptional physical properties which can lead to unique applications in science. There are now techniques to artificially synthesize diamonds of extraordinarily high quality. In this talk, Professor Kagan will discuss the his
A romp through the history of philosophy from the Pre-Socratics to the present day.
A romp through the history of philosophy from the Pre-Socratics to the present day.
A romp through the history of philosophy from the Pre-Socratics to the present day.
A romp through the history of philosophy from the Pre-Socratics to the present day.
17 Oxford University Museum of Natural History
A brief overview of the University Museum of Natural History including what you can see in the museum today.
10 Overview of the History of the University
An overview of the history of Oxford University for prospective applicants who may like to know more about how the University has changed over the years.
15 Oxford University Museum of Natural History
A brief overview of the University Museum of Natural History including what you can see in the museum today.
10 Overview of the History of the University
An overview of the history of Oxford University for prospective applicants who may like to know more about how the University has changed over the years.
13 Arts and Humanities Student Life 2: History
An interview with a current student studying History at Oxford. Including questions about why they applied, how they divide their time between academic and social life and what they are planning to do when they leave Oxford.
12 History of the University
An overview of the history of Oxford University for prospective applicants who may like to know more about how the University has changed over the years.
12 History of the University
An overview of the history of Oxford University for prospective applicants who may like to know more about how the University has changed over the years.
Talking Tolkien: The influences of Medieval Literature on the Fiction of J. R. R. Tolkien
Stuart Lee and Elizabeth Solopova discuss the influences of medieval literature on the fiction of J. R. R. Tolkien.
Lecture 11: History of the Department of Engineering Science
Dr Alastair Howatson on the "History of the Department of Engineering Science". The lecture inclined to the earlier days of Oxford engineering rather than the more familiar recent history. The University produced engineers, not always so-called, long before 1908 and engineering was taught from 1886 although there was no formal school. Jenkin, the first professor, was elected in 1908 after years of frustrated attempts to found a chair; he combined high mathematical qualifications with years of in
What can we learn from history about the current financial crisis?
In this seminar, three Oxford academics will discuss what we can learn from business history about today’s financial crisis.
