Earth and Space
In earth and space science, students study the origin, structure, and physical phenomena of the earth and the universe. Earth and space science studies include concepts in geology, meteorology, oceanography, and astronomy.
2.14 Summing up
This unit is concerned with macroevolution – the patterns and processes of evolution above the species level. A crucial consideration in macroevolutionary studies is that of the evolutionary relationships (phylogeny) of the organisms in question. The unit begins with an introduction to the scope of macroevolutionary studies and illustrates methods of reconstructing phylogeny, from both morphological and molecular data.
Compare Human-made Objects with Natural Objects
In small groups, students will experiment and observe the similarities and differences between human-made objects and nature. The students will compare the function and structure of hollow bones with drinking straws, bird beaks, tool pliers, bat wings and airplane wings. A classroom discussion can be held to discuss similarities and differences that were observed along with follow up assessment activities such as journal writing and Venn diagrams.
4.6 New Lanark and the Falls of Clyde
Childcare, education, working conditions, healthcare, crime … these issues are hotly debated in today's society. They are also issues that Robert Owen, seen by some as a visionary and by others as a knave and a charlatan, sought to address in the early 1800s. This unit uses a series of essays written by Owen to explore the ideas of this important and controversial figure.
Which Roof is Tops?
When you walk or drive around your neighborhood what do the roofs look like? What if you lived in an area with a different climate, how would that effect the style of roof that you might find. This is an introductory activity to explore the advantages of different roof shapes for different climates or situations.
Panel: "Clearing the Air: Managing Air Quality to Benefit Health and Climate in India"
Sarath Guttikunda, assistant professor at Desert Research Institute and founder of Urban Emissions.Info in India; William K.M. Lau, chief of the laboratory for atmospheres at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center and senior science adviser to the Hong Kong Observatory; and Danielle Meitiv, climate specialist at the Clean Air Task Force, will discuss this topic.
Winning secrets to teaching excellence
Using quirky metaphors, inspiring student questions and working day and night — these are some of the winning strategies that have led three Simon Fraser University professors to clinch an SFU 2010 Excellence in Teaching award.
See also: http://at.sfu.ca/cwcBOy
What Is Renaissance Art?
The Renaissance period of art was full of great innovations as artists expanded their technical skills of making super-realistic images both in paint and in sculpture. This 2:23 long video explains the origins of the Renaissance art with information from an art historian, critic and curator. Unfortunately, there are no photos of the art as it is a talking head video.
Read more: What Is Renaissance Art? | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/video_4755744_what-renaissance-art.html#ixzz1I8oiT
Renaissance Artists
An eighteen minute video that is a lecture about these artists with photos. As with most art videos, preview it first should there be an image that may not be appropriate for your class. A good video that provides great insights into the movement, artists, and style of painting.
Klartext 20110330
På onsdagen berättade Klartext att en mordmisstänkt man i Örebro har tagit livet av sig. Vi berättade också att det verkar om om bilföretaget Saab har svårt att betala sina räkningar.
Cell Phones in Schools
This seven minute video is an interview with two educators on how cell phones can be used in the classroom. Also talks about various other uses such as blogs, one cell classrooms, and using texting.
ISS Update - March 30, 2011
The International Space Station video update for March 30, 2011.
Russia's fossil fuel bonanza
Russia, a major global oil and gas producer, is set to benefit from high demand for fossil fuels after the turmoil in Libya and nuclear disaster in Japan but some analysts warn the future may not be as bright as it looks.
UK Barclays mulls HQ options
Barclays PLC has declined to comment on reports it's considering moving its headquarters out of London as the cost of holding more capital threatens to make the UK capital less attractive.
Blast kills at least 12 in Pakistan
A suspected suicide bomber blows himself up near an Islamist party gathering in northwestern Pakistan, killing at least 12 people. Deborah Lutterbeck reports.
Obama vows to curb oil dependence
Summary of business headlines: Obama vows to cut U.S. oil imports by a third; Civil war hits Libyans in their pocketbooks as fear spreads; U.S. labor market continues recovery in March; Stocks rally in U.S. and Europe, Qihoo more than doubles in debut.
