Clone
Explore the miraculous potential and frightening possibilities of genetic cloning as National Geographic’s cameras reveal the history, controversy, and cutting edge developments of a scientific breakthrough capable of literally changing the destiny of the human race. Witness the remarkable effects of the cloning revolution and explore the ‘’brave new world’’ of the human cloning industry
The Financial Crisis, the Recession, and the American Political Economy: A Systemic Perspective
Charles Ferguson shows how useful a varied background in math, political science and business can be, as he dissects the complexities and recent crisis of the U.S. financial system. In a lecture that distills many of the arguments of his recent film, Inside Job, Ferguson conveys dispassionately yet pers
Educational Freeware for Improving Reading
Here is a a collection of literacy based web 2.0 applications that support literacy education from early years onwards. Teach your kids to read and write
How To Make A Difference: Unlock The Secrets Of Successful Classroom Teaching. “Learn How To Make A Difference In The Lives Of Your Students And Inspire Them To Do Their Best For The Rest Of Their Lives With Teacher Tested Techniques You Can Use Immediately In Your Classroom—Guaranteed—or Your Money Back!" Price: $19.95
Forgotten creatures: A survey of microorganisms
Microorganisms are often overlooked in the study of biology because they are not visible to the human eye. In fact, there is a great diversity of microorganisms. Microorganisms include bacteria, protozoa, algae, lichens, and fungi.
How to Write Calligraphy: Small Letters
This just shows an artist making the letters. It does not tell how to hold the writing instrument or provide any other instruction. However, it clearly shows the lower case letters.
What is Reflexology?
What is Reflexology? Reflexology works by restoring balance in the body's longitudinal zones. Discover what reflexology is with information from a licensed massage therapist in this video.
Harley Motorcycles
Step inside the making of the Harley-Davidson and its powerful engine. <br><br>Ultimate Factories: Harley Davidson: <br>THURS JULY 5 8P et/pt<br>http://channel.nationalgeogr...
How It's Made - Astrolabe clip
Part of the Discovery Channel: How It's Made series, this video clip shows how an astrolabe is made and assembled. It also explains how an astrolabe is used. (3:44)
Robo-thespians
Watch some robots star in recent theatre productions.
Chrystia Freeland and Felix Salmon Talk Davos
Chrystia Freeland and Felix Salmon talk about the upcoming World Economic Forum and share some stories from past experiences.
Silverlight TV 59: What Goes Into Baking Silverlight? Ever wonder what goes into making Silverlight? This week on Silverlight TV, we go behind the scenes with some folks who are responsible for testing and getting the Silverlight bits out to the public. Andy Rivas, Program Manager on Silverlight, shares what he does and how the bits get "baked" and into your hands. He also discusses the various ways you can provide feedback (bugs, requests, questions, etc). Other topics Andy discusses include:
Part 3-Pyramid Power Team Kids VS Junk Food Bandits-Eating Healthy Foods
In part 3 of this video, Chef Solus continues to coach the Pyramid Power Kids to play basketball against the Junk Food Bandits. This video emphasizes how you can start out strong with junk food but then end up getting really tired and have no energy. This happens with one of the commentators as he junks food throughout game. This is a fun and quick way to incorporate health education into a busy classroom (2:12).
The Wowzies Introduces and Reviews Paper Money ($1, $5, $10, $20, $50, $100)
In this video the Wowzies use a game show concept to introduce and review all values of paper money while singing a catchy tune (2:43).
Robot solves Rubik's cube
A new robotic arm can manipulate a Rubik's cube. Read more here: http://www.newscientist.com/blogs/nstv/2010/12/robot-solves-rubiks-cube-in-15-seconds.html
Hand Movements to Conduct an Orchestra
Hand Movements to Conduct an Orchestra. Part of the series: Tips for Conducting an Orchestra. Each hand has a distinct job when conducting an orchestra. Learn more about how to use your hands when conducting an orchestra. This is a short video that does not show a conducter in action.  Run time 01:17. This video requires basic understanding of some basic musical terms and phrasing.Â
Studying Cheetahs
This two minute video is on studying and understanding an endangered species like the cheetah. Motivating for students as a possible career as well as showing that even studying wild animals requires taking good notes. Run time 02:08.
Saatchi & Saatchi's Kevin Roberts: 'It's All about Getting to the Future First'
Kevin Roberts has been CEO Worldwide of Saatchi & Saatchi since 1997, and in the space of 11 years has cemented the ad agency's reputation as one of the most successful and creative companies in the industry. Roberts is perhaps most well known for an idea he came up with called "lovemarks" -- which means creating a brand for which the consumer has "loyalty beyond reason." During a visit to campus last week, he talked with Knowledge@Wharton about lovemarks and other initiatives. In addition, as p
