How to Find the Volume of a Pyramid
This 2:50 video teaches how to find the volume of a pyramid. One formula you use to find the volume of a pyramid is V =
(area of the base times height) divided by 3. There isn't any narrator for this video.
Secrets Of Egypt: Cleopatra (Part 4/5)
'Cleopatra VII Philopator (in Greek, Κλεοπάτρα Φιλοπάτωρ; January 69 BC –August 12, 30 BC) was the last effective pharaoh of Egypt's Ptolemaic dynasty, (Cleopatra VII, Wikipedia, 2009). This documentary features narration and scholarly commentary and is suitable for high school students. Contains content from National Geographic.
Ku Klux Klan- A Secret History [6/9]
THE 20TH CENTURY(TM) ventures back to the days of the Reconstruction South and through the landmarks in Klan history to tell the complete story of the most famous hate group in America. Discover how the six original Klansmen came together and chose their name. See how the release of America's first blockbuster movie spurred a resurgence in the KKK and how they expanded their target to include Jews, Catholics and immigrants as well as blacks. Examine the tactics of Klan leaders like William Josep
Ku Klux Klan- A Secret History [7/9]
THE 20TH CENTURY(TM) ventures back to the days of the Reconstruction South and through the landmarks in Klan history to tell the complete story of the most famous hate group in America. Discover how the six original Klansmen came together and chose their name. See how the release of America's first blockbuster movie spurred a resurgence in the KKK and how they expanded their target to include Jews, Catholics and immigrants as well as blacks. Examine the tactics of Klan leaders like William Josep
Complex Numbers in Algebra, (Part 1)
Introduction to complex numbers. Adding, subtracting and multiplying complex numbers. This video starts off with a black screen because the narrator uses it as a 'chalkboard'. This video is appropriate for older middle and high school students.
Complex Numbers in Algebra (part 2)
Dividing complex numbers. Complex conjugates. This video starts off with a black screen because the narrator uses it as a 'chalkboard'. This video is appropriate for older middle and high school students.
Algebra Imaginary and Complex numbers
This fun video gives a brief introduction to the imaginary number in Algebra.
Advanced Algebra - Lecture 5 - Complex Numbers and Geometry (series)
College Algebra with Professor Richard Delaware - UMKC VSI - Lecture 5 - More numbers and geometry. In this Lecture,we learn about complex numbers, area formulas and the Pythagorean theorem.
Philosophy 101: Francis Bacon An informative, educational video on the life, work, philosophy, and scientific contributions of Francis Bacon. Video shows Luigi reading a note that contains information about Francis Bacon. Video and sound are of below average quality and appropriate for high school students.
Francis Bacon "Of Studies - Purpose & manner" Recitation animation
Here is a virtual movie of the great Sir Francis Bacon (1561 - 1626) philosopher and statesman and a pioneer of modern scientific thought reciting his essay on his thoughts on the true value of reading "Of Studies - Purpose & manner". Bacon was a radical on the subjects of learning and education. Knowledge in his time was considered to be a static, timeless thing worked out in the isolated contemplation of classic texts (especially those of
How to Teach Piano to Kids: Basic Beats for Children's Piano Lessons Expert Village video. This lesson is taught by Hope Wells. How to teach rhythm to children, including tips for making it fun. Good quality video.
Teaching Piano Chords to Children
When teaching piano chords to children, help them associate the idea with tying notes together to make a different sound. Show kids how to play several notes at once with helpful tips from a children's music instructor in this free video on piano lessons.
Explaining the Piano to Children
Expert Village video. This is the third lesson. This lesson is taught by Hope Wells. How to teach kids high and low keys on the piano, including tips for making it fun. Good quality video. Video would be good for any age student who is learning to play the piano.
National Standards of Music Education Song
In order to help remember all nine of the national standards of music education why not use a catchy song? This video and accompanying song are excellent tools for serious music students to learn the standards of music education. Lyrics are included. Run time 01:31.
The Giants of Philosophy - Arthur Schopenhauer - 07/18
'Arthur Schopenhauer (22 February 1788 – 21 September 1860) was a German philosopher known for his atheistic pessimism and philosophical clarity' (Arthur Schopenhauer, Wikipedia, 2009). He was influenced by Plato and Kant, and he, in turn, inlfuenced Einstein, Freud, and Jung among others. Suitable for high school students. Video consists of one still image and narration.
Two Terrains - Distance, Rate, and Time - A Virtual Manipulative
This manipulative is from the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics website. Some vehicles fly down the highway, while others are dirt-track specialists. This activity allows you to explore the relationships between distance, rate, and time. Can you identify the best path for a vehicle? Try to predict what will happen if you set on‑road or off‑road performance measures.
Note: There are more instructions by the manipulative.
Divisibility Rules - Divisible by 3 or 9
Instructor uses white board. Suitable for older elementary, middle school, and high school students.Students learn that a number is divisible by another if the first number can be divided by the second number without a remainder. For example, 14 is divisible by 7 because 14 can be divided by 7 without a remainder. Students also learn to use the following divisibility rules. A number is divisible by 2 if the number is even. A number is divisible by 3 if the sum of the digits is divisible by 3. A
Divisibility Test by 11
Instructor uses the video screen as a 'blackboard' to demonstrate the rules of identifying the divisibility of number 11. For elementary and middle school students.
Irish Immigrant in New York
HOME is a beautiful new powerful and emotional film about one new immigrants journey - ALAN COOKE - through 21st New York Shot by Director Dawn Sciblia, a native New Yorker, HOME includes insightful and moving interviews with Woody Allen, Mike Myers, Susan Sarandon, Liam Neeson, Frank Mc Court, Malachai Mc Court, Rosie Perez,Alfred Molina and many others, HOME is a poetic homage to one of the greatest citys on earth. Video has won an award for BEst Documentary at the Boston Irish Film Fest
Cornerstones: Irish Americans
WGTE Preview: They came for the opportunity. They stayed because they had made a home for themselves and their families. The Irish provided a crucial cornerstone in the building of Toledo. Video is of good quality and good for middle elementary and middle school students.
