Number Of Bones In Human Body
Shows basic structure of the skeleton. Narration with simple skeletal diagram. Very brief overview. Grades 6-12. 37 min.
Effects of Smoking
This video uses simple animation and animation to show the dangers and the effects to the respiratory system by smoking. Run time 01:57.Â
Marie Curie Biography, Part I
This is an animated biography of Marie Curie, a pioneer in the field of radioactivity, from the Discovery Channel Education series. This series is aimed at older elementary school children.
My Three Swamis
I came to India looking for a sage. I found it hidden in the souls of
three adolescent girls sold into slavery. Meet the Rescue Foundation, a
non-profit dedicated to freeing girls from Mumbai brothels.
Romeo and Juliet, Part 1 of 3
An animated cartoon adaptation of the great classic play by William Shakespeare.  Animation brings these stories to younger students. Part 1 of 3 (10:11)
Traveling to Ethiopia
A guide to traveling in Ethiopia. History, culture, and historical landmarks in Ethiopia.
Spamming
Spam is unsolicated e-mail. Most spam is a type of advertising or repeated off topic messages to newsgroups. You will see what is legal and illegal as it relates to spam. You will also learn what you can do to help combat it. (5:31)
Cookies
Tools, delete cookies are the easiest way to delete those little pieces of information that are left behind on your computer. If you leave them it can slow down your computer and make it easier for someone to get your personal information. This video shows you how to delete that information.
Spyware
Do you ever feel that someone is watching what you are doing when you are on the Internet? In 2004, about 26 spyware programs were running on people's computers without you knowing it. Sometimes something as simple as IMing you can get spyware. It can lead to a system failure. This video shows you the 3 types and how to fight spyware.
Rome's Ancient Neighborhood
Have you ever wondered what the Roman's of today are really like? In this video, you will meet the true Romans of Rome in the neighborhood of Trastevere. This video provides a good description of communities in transition. (02:44)
Digital technology in education...will it transform it?
Short video expressing some views regarding digital technologies in the education system and the lack of university instruction.
The Maroons
Documentary- Learn about the Maroons of Jamaica, the first slaves to gain their freedom in the New World. Many of their customs can be traced back to the people of Ghana, Africa- their ancestors.
Facts about Germany
A video presenting facts about Germany. Pictures of Germany past ad present with music playing in the background. (amateur video) The music used is a bit distracting but the slides are good.
Rounding Numbers Using the Number Line This video indicates it is for pre-algebra; however this would be good for anyone who is reviewing or learning rounding numbers. This is a great video showing students how to round numbers; they give many examples with various number values, such as tens, hundreds, and thousands. Then they describe the process using words. Good video for instruction and review for any grade level.Â
Julius Caesar, Part 3 of
This is an animated cartoon version, with subtitles, of the great classic by Shakespeare. Animation brings these stories to younger students. It uses Shakespeare's words and has the words at the bottom of the screen. Educators can pause the film to discuss the different passages. Suitable for older middle school and high school students. (5:05)
Evolution: Variation in a Species
This instructor in this video, Sal Khan, discusses how variation and mutation is introduced into a species. Mr. Khan uses the Paint Program (with different colors)Â to illustrate his points. Sal Khan is the recipient of the 2009Â Microsoft Tech Award in Education. Suitable for high school students.
The Greatest TED Talk Ever Sold
With humor and persistence, filmmaker Morgan Spurlock dives into the hidden but influential world of brand marketing, on his quest to make a completely sponsored film about sponsorship. And yes, onstage naming rights for this talk were sponsored too. By whom and for how much? He'll tell you. (19:28)
Pocahontas Biography, Part II
This is NOT the animation from the well-known studio. This is an animated biography of Pocahontas from the Discovery Channel Education series. This series is aimed at older elementary school children.
Pocahontas Biography, Part III
This is NOT the animation from the well-known studio. This is an animated biography of Pocahontas from the Discovery Channel Education series. This series is aimed at older elementary school children.
Pocahontas Biography, Part V
This is NOT the animation from the well-known studio. This is an animated biography of Pocahontas from the Discovery Channel Education series. This series is aimed at older elementary school children.
