SP.260 Women's Novels: A Weekly Book Club (MIT)
This pass/fail seminar should be a fun setting where we can all enjoy a love of good books together. Students will read approximately one novel every two weeks, and the class will discuss each novel in a relaxed and interactive setting, with attention to whatever themes and issues interest them most about each book. We will read a wide mixture of classic and contemporary novels written by women, including: Edith Wharton, The House of Mirth; Toni Morrison, Jazz; Virginia Woolf, Mrs. Dalloway; Ali
Achilles Book One- Life
This is part 1 of the the life of Achilles. Achilles was a Greek hero of the Trojan War, the central character and the greatest warrior of Homer's Iliad. Achilles also has the attributes of being the most handsome of the heroes assembled against Troy. His life story is depicted through ancient artwork with text at the bottom about his life with background music.
Achilles -Book Two- Fate
This is part 1 of the the life of Achilles. Achilles was a Greek hero of
the Trojan War, the central character and the greatest warrior of
Homer's Iliad. Achilles also has the attributes of being the most
handsome of the heroes assembled against Troy. His fate in life is
depicted through ancient artwork with text explanation at the bottom of the slide.
Achilles- Book Three - Death
This is part 1 of the the life of Achilles. Achilles was a Greek hero of
the Trojan War, the central character and the greatest warrior of
Homer's Iliad. Achilles also has the attributes of being the most
handsome of the heroes assembled against Troy. The story of his death is depicted through ancient artwork with text explanation at the bottom of the slide.
Discourses of Epictetus: Book 1: Chapters 1-2
Book 1 Chapters 1-2 of Discources of Epictetus. Epictetus was a Greek Stoic philosopher (b. 55-d. 135 CE).
iPod Touch Digitizer Screen Take Apart Install Repair Guide
A four minute, step by step video on how to work on an iPod. Not for the faint of heart. Parent permission really needed before this is attempted for younger viewers.
Rules for Writing and Marketing a Children's Book
This video explains tips for writing children's books. A specific audience, length, and marketing are discussed. Geared toward high school age students who are thinking of becoming a writer. (Running Time is 1:48)
A Guide to Plot Development in Plays
A Guide to Plot Development in Plays. Part of the series: How to Develop Plots & Characters for Plays. Learn tips and techniques for developing the plot of a play with expert playwriting advice in this free play production and theater video clip.
Anatomy Breakdancing
A breakdancing physicist explains muscle groups. Try to spot the mislabeled muscles and write in to the show to find out if you're right. (1:10)
Dangerous Book for Boys Part Deux
Connand Hal Iggulden's book is not a stereotypical children's book. It is focused squarely on quintessential boyhood. It teaches how to tie the five knows every boy should know, how to navigate and how to make invisible ink. The video trailer introduces this unique book. Even the most reluctant reader will be intrigued. (2:22)
The Big Book of Gross Stuff: Making Distinctions!
Bart King, a longtime middle school teacher, began writing to get reluctant readers hooked on books. The Big Book of Gross Stuff explores the international standards of grossness, while delving into history and science. This trailer introduces the book. Visit http://ultragross.blogspot.com for more gross stuff! Â (:42)
The Iliad - Book XVIII (Age of Mythology)
This is a video . ade for an English class project. It is Book 18 of The Iliad by Homer, recorded in Age of Mythology using CamStudio. Cepstral was used for the voices (and the roar is from Sinistar!).
The Iliad- Book 22: The Death of Hector
This video is a humanities project, based on book 22 of The Iliad. The story is acted out by the students in the video.
The Odyssey ( KCLS Book Trailer Contest Entry)
This video is a trailer book review of the Odyssey of Homer. This was used as an entry for the KCLS Video Book Review Contest on the The Odyssey by Homer.
Oceania - Cook Islands - Traditions - Part 1
Professional video that shows some of the traditions of Oceania. Music and film but no narration.
Oceania - Cook Islands - Traditions - Part 2
Originally coined by the French explorer Dumont d'Urville in 1831, Oceania has been traditionally divided into Micronesia, Melanesia and Polynesia. Traditional dance, song, and the modern people of the area are featured. (Professional video but no narration)
Human Anatomy - Lungs
This is a short (4:14), computer-animated video concerning the structure and function of the lungs. This video has English captions at the bottom of the screen. This well-done video was narrated by a non-native English speaker so the word 'breath' is pronounced as 'breathe.'
"Green Eggs and Ham" picture book by Dr. Seuss
This is an animated video production of Dr. Seuss's picture book, Green Eggs and Ham, a favorite by the beloved children's author and illustrator., with professional narration and music. (7:55)
The Sleep Book by Dr. Seuss, Part 1 of 2
Narrated by Madeline Khan, this animated video of Dr. Seuss's illustrations does not show the words from the book. Part 1 of 2 (8:53)
The Sleep Book by Dr. Seuss - Part 2 of 2
This is an animated version of the picture book. Narrated by Madeline Khan, this would be an excellent visual companion to the book.   (6:56)
