How to Make Warhammer Game Board
This four minute video shows how to make these boards in a step-by-step fashion. Of value to those students who are into this game, but also of value to teachers who would like to extend the study of military history into actually having the students make their own battle fields.
Square Root in 60 seconds, by hand!
How to calculate the square root in 60 seconds by hand. The video shows a method on how to simplify the square root.
History of the Internet From Beginning to 2001
This video offers a history of the internet from inception to 2001. (4:36)
JavaScript Tutorial 1.1: The Very Basics (no narration)
This tutorial will cover the really basic things about JavaScript, mainly proper syntax of strings, method of script inclusion, and the commonly used alert() and document.write(). The most useful information begins at )1:35. The song is Beethoven's Ninth Symphony. (Those with epilepsy should stop watching this tutorial about ten seconds before its end to be safe...)
Climb the Green Ladder: how sustainability can make you and your company more successful
What strategies can individuals within organisations use to make their organisation more successful and sustainable? Ed Gillespie is the co-founder and creative director of Futerra Sustainability Communications. Futerra arose from the frustration of its co-founders, in the late 1990’s, with the unsophisticated communications around sustainable development, and the dull and worthy messaging of corporate social responsibility. Supported by a grant from the National Endowment for Science, Technol
Haiti History
This video is about the history of Haiti and the dire situation in the country. Presented by Mike Wilson's (project director at Cross) view of the situation.
Intro to Humanism: Part 2
A very short history of Humanism.
Martin Luther King Jr. and Civil Rights in Hip Hop Style by Flocabulary
This video is from "Hip-Hop U.S. History" by Flocabulary and is in a slideshow format using mostly black and white still shots. This rap is about civil rights and includes a couple of lines from Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have A Dream" speech. The lyrics are flashed across the screen during the rap.
History of St. Patrick's Day
Learn the history of St. Patrick's Day in this short video.
Art In History "Discovery Through Creativity"
Introductory Video showing the 'Art In History' program for classroom teachers.
Stamp Act Forced on Colonies
Russ Mitchell recaps March 22nd, on This Day in History. Some of the more notable events were Anne Hutchinson being kicked out of the Massachusetts Bay Colony for religious dissidence and the passing of the British Stamp Act. This video does spend a little more time on the Stamp Act, but what this piece is best used for is to get students interesting in creating their own: This Day in History projects.
Thirteen Colonies: The Mayflower Compact
The Mayflower Compact outlined a plan for self-government. This is a good video that helps explain how it came to be and why it is an important part of United States history. Also details why the area was settled.
Incas: A History
A good video that explains the Inca culture, history, and demise. A map, word list, and timeline would benefit students when watching this excellent overview.
The History of Earth Day
A brief look at the history of Earth Day and what it really means to humans on earth.
Weird US-Seattle Underground Tour
In this video, the History Channel series tours the city BENEATH the city of Seattle, Washington. In this video they visit the Farmers Market, underground tour (history of the underground and tour) , and the history of Seattle. Video is good quality and has information for students studying this area of the United States.
Theodore Roosevelt: A Brief History
Brief history of President Theodore Roosevelt.(Amateur video)
Harriet Tubman Documentary
In this edited docmentary of Harriet Tubman, aimed at milddle-school and high school students, Harriet Tubman and her contributions to history are presented.
China During the Song Dynasty, Part 1, 1/3
This video features information about the Song Dynasty (which is not to be confused with the Liu Song Dynasty and is suitable for older middle school or high school students. "The Song Dynasty (Chinese: 宋朝; pinyin: Sòng Cháo; Wade-Giles: Sung Ch'ao) was a ruling dynasty in China between 960–1279 AD; it succeeded the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms Period, and was followed by the Yuan Dynasty. It was the first government in world history to issue banknotes or paper money and the first Chi
The Legend Of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Part 3
This video follows the basketball legend from the beginning of his career to the end. During his career with the NBA's Milwaukee Bucks and Los Angeles Lakers from 1969 to 1989, Abdul-Jabbar scored more points than any player in league history and won a record six MVP Awards and six NBA championships. In college at UCLA, he played on three championship teams, and his high school team won 71 consecutive games.
Dan Marino: Football Legend Part 2
This video shows Dan Marino from his College days to his NFL days. Marino is an American Hall of Fame former quarterback who played for the Miami Dolphins in the NFL. The last quarterback of the Quarterback Class of 1983 to be taken in the first round, Marino became one of the most prolific quarterbacks in league history, holding or having held almost every major NFL passing record. He talks about the highs and lows of his career.
