ISS Update - August 10, 2011
The International Space Station video update for Aug. 10, 2011.
HoloGlobe: Sea Surface Temperature Anomaly on a Globe
This is one of a series of animations that were produced to be part of the narrated video shown in the HoloGlobe exhibit at the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History and the Earth Today exhibit at the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum.
Europe's Most Beautiful Castles
Some of the beginning script: "We begin with the 16th century Chambord Castle. The classic French Renaissance architecture mixed with Italian structural styles creates a luxuriously embellished interior as well as exterior. The moat and other seemingly defensive features were added during the building process and are purely ornamental." (01:54)
Everything you wanted know about famous explorers
Enchanted Learning has a great collection and timeline of famous explorers throughout history. It is very easy to locate explorers by region or time period. This information is really pitched at primary / elementary students and very easy for teachers to gain an understanding
Karst Landforms and Lakes
This chapter on the formation of Karst topography discusses susceptible rock types, how dissolution occurs, and the general appearance of Karst landforms. Tables, maps, figures, and photographs of Karst landforms from around the world are included. It is part of 'Geomorphology from Space', an out-of-print publication of the National Aeronautics and Space Agency (NASA).
Breakingviews: Motorola a win for Google, concern for others
Aug. 15 - Google's bid for Motorola Mobility helps ensure Apple and Microsoft won't stifle the search engine giant's Android operating system, but does cause some concern among regulators and Android handset makers.
Ulcerative Colitis
This patient education program discusses ulcerative colitis and explains the anatomy of the digestive system, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for this disease. This resource is a MedlinePlus Interactive Health Tutorial from the National Library of Medicine, designed and developed by the Patient Education Institute.
Anthrax
This patient education program explains the causes and types of anthrax. It also reviews the symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of anthrax through vaccination and awareness of bioterrorism. This resource is a MedlinePlus Interactive Health Tutorial from the National Library of Medicine, designed and developed by the Patient Education Institute.
This Week @Minnesota: Wikipedia research, football practice and healthy lunches
In our episode of This Week @Minnesota for August 12, 2011, we learn more about findings that prove there is a gender imbalance on Wikipedia, get an inside look into Gopher football practice by talking with Quarterback MarQueis Gray and get tips on how to pack a healthy lunch this coming school year.
The business upside of carbon crisis
Dr Ben swung by swung with a powerful argument that there are real up sides for business in the current climate crisis. Upsides that could make fortunes for those keen to get involved. The Beast, always with an eye open for an easy quid, got the line and length of the Doc's spray immediately and sold the roof of Toad Hall to a solar power mob before the sun had set.
Lung Cancer
This patient education program discusses lung cancer and the treatment options. It also reviews the anatomy of the respiratory system, cancer and its causes, symptoms, and diagnosis of the disease. This resource is a MedlinePlus Interactive Health Tutorial from the National Library of Medicine, designed and developed by the Patient Education Institute.
Michael Hardt on The Politics of Love and Evil
Big Ideas presents Duke University Literary Theorist, Michael Hardt, discussing The Politics of Love and Evil
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...
Sea anemone at the California rocky intertidal zone
The tentacles of the sea anemone contain stinging cells that may eject poison to kill prey and also defend against predators. The sea anemone uses its tentacles to move food into the mouth.
"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
Elementary Students Get a Wired Education
Computers and multimedia are seamlessly woven into the curriculum at technology-rich Mary Scroggs Elementary School. (7:32)
Blood moves through the circulatory system
Arteries are blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart. Veins are blood vessels that carry blood to the heart. The circulatory system allows our organ systems to function by providing oxygen and other important nutrients required for metabolism, muscle contraction, and other functions.
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