Agent Based Modeling of Complex Adaptive Systems (basics)
Our human society consists of many intertwined Large Scale Socio-Technical Systems (LSSTS), such as infrastructures, industrial networks, the financial systems etc. Environmental pressures created by these systems on Earth’s carrying capacity are leading to exhaustion of natural resources, loss of habitats and biodiversity, and are causing a resource and climate crisis. To avoid this sustainability crisis, we urgently need to transform our production and consumption patterns. Given that we, as
ESPN Interview with Tracy Caldwell Dyson
ESPN interview with Tracy Caldwell Dyson discussing the World Cup on June 11, 2010.
A Tour of the MIT Endicott House
An Elegant French Tudor mansion enriched in old-world grandeur and enhanced by contemporary refinements, offers a unique site for meetings, executive education and corporate special events. Set on 25 acres of magnificent grounds and Olmsted designed gardens, there are 37 guestrooms and eight meeting rooms, including an 80 person amphitheater. Known for creative cuisine, from bountiful buffets to scrumptious private dinners, food is freshly prepared by their talented chefs and elegantly served
How the Louisiana Purchase Worked
When Thomas Jefferson purchased the Louisiana Territory for 15 million
dollars, the US nearly doubled in size. This is a podcast without visuals. It lasts 15 minutes. Good data, but only for those that can stay awake.
How to Write a Good Fantasy Book
Write a good fantasy book by creating a reality to an imaginary world with tips from a playwright in this video on creative writing that she personally shares with you. The video includes video captions.
Call To Arms - World War II Newsreel
Originally meant to be a prelude introduction to a episodic war cartoon, functions like an old time newsreel depicting events leading up to World War II.
Video: “China: Regional or World Power?”
Admiral Joseph Wilson Prueher moderates the second annual Security Symposium sponsored by Vanderbilt University’s Naval ROTC. Panelists are: Peter Lorge, who teaches military history; Brett Benson, a political scientist; and James Holmes, a professor at the U.S. Naval War College. They discuss “China: Regional or World Power?” Contact: annmarie.owens@vanderbilt.edu
(5/6) Tanks - Battle of Kursk
The battle of Kursk was monumental for numerous reasons but will almost always be remembered for being the largest clash of armor. The vast area around the city of Kursk presented itself as a target with a salient being formed in the Russian line of defense. Hitler needed a victory that would regain the initiative in the east and declared that Operation Zitadelle as it was known" would shine like a beacon to the world" and would avenge the crushing defeat at Stalingrad earlier in the year, but e
(4/6) Tanks - Battle of Kursk
The battle of Kursk was monumental for numerous reasons but will almost always be remembered for being the largest clash of armor. The vast area around the city of Kursk presented itself as a target with a salient being formed in the Russian line of defense. Hitler needed a victory that would regain the initiative in the east and declared that Operation Zitadelle as it was known" would shine like a beacon to the world" and would avenge the crushing defeat at Stalingrad earlier in the year, but e
Decoding the Past: Mayan Doomsday Prophecy
Over 2,000 years ago, the ancient Maya made the stunning prediction that the world will come to an end on December 21, 2012. The History Channel peels back the layers of mystery and examines in detail how the Maya calculated the exact date of doomsday. Run time 45:00.
Classroom Technology Demonstration
This is an excerpt from the March 27, 2006 Okemos Public School Board meeting. Kelly Carrier, a high school science teacher, demonstrates technology tools, ...
Spartan Sagas: Charlotte Wenham
My two sisters and I grew up in a little farm community in southwest Michigan. We were expected to go to college. Joyce, the oldest, went to MSU for the new special-nursing degree. Janet went two years later. I went 10 years after Janet. Michigan State went to the Rose Bowl in 1954, 1956, and 1966. One of us was a sophomore each of those years; our parents sent us to California to participate in the fun!
Spartans--alumni, students, faculty, and staff. Have your own Spartan Saga to share? Go to
Essential Science: Earth and Space Science
The Essential Science for Teachers courses are designed to help k - 6 teachers gain an understanding of some of the bedrock science concepts they need to teach standards-based curricula. Earth and Space Science consists of eight one-hour video programs accompanied by print and Web materials that provide in-class activities and homework explorations. Real-world examples, demonstrations, animations, still graphics, and interviews with scientists compose content segments that are intertwined with i
Energy Sources
Every year that the world continues to rely on non-renewable fossil fuels for our energy needs brings us closer to needing alternatives. This video segment produced for Teachers' Domain identifies some current and future alternatives and describes some of the benefits and limitations inherent in each. The video could also be used for a lesson on transfer of energy. Closed captioning included. Run time 06:09.
FILL THE FORD, OCTOBER 9, 7.PM.
With the Mustangs in the thick of the race for a Conference USA championship, SMU will offer Family Packs to the Tulsa game on Oct. 9. For as little as $56, fans can get four tickets, four hot dogs and four drinks to the 7 p.m. game at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. Larger families can add additional family members for $14 each.
The game is a big one, as both SMU and Tulsa are fighting for the Western Division lead in C-USA. The Tulsa World writes, "The survivor of Saturday's game will have a good sho
Learn Public Places - Tourist Centers
This short video uses photographs and a talking elephant to introduce young learners to tourist centers such as Disney World.
The Office Show: Rocking your data with Excel 2010 Do you like to play with your data? Thought so. This Excel-centric Office Show episode plunges into the world of data visualization, and shows you how to get better-looking, more meaningful charts without banging your head against the wall. And we've got some amazing things to show you that some folks have done with Excel, including -- speaking of head-banging -- a music video from AC/DC done entirely within Excel. Strange but true! After the break, guest blogger and Excel expert Anneliese Wi
OSU Trivia Game Question 6b
This is one part of the Oregon State University Trivia Game. To play along you just have to click the answer you think is correct. You have two minutes and thirty seconds to answer each question. Click here to start the game over http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-2X_DDS9AI
A.C. Grayling: The Unconsidered Life
Philosopher and author AC Grayling on thinking critically and being a well-informed citizen of the world.
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"Amoretti: One day I wrote her name upon the strand" by Edmund Spenser (poetry reading)
Amoretti, in painting, are plump naked little boys reprenting Eros or Cupid. Here it means small tokens of love. The poem was written in 1594, one of a series called Amoretti. You can read the others here:
http://www.theotherpages.org/poems/spenser1.html
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One day I wrote her name upon the strand,
But came the waves and washed it away:
Again I write it with a second hand,
