The Mayans
An overview of Mayan history as we know it. Cartoon video includes topics such as their disappearance, concept of zero, forms of writing, and 365-day calendars.
Introduction to Caravaggio
A video of the work of Caravaggio. There are no titles of works (no text on screen at all), just brief shots of whole works followed by many tighter shots of details. Could be useful for purposes of focusing on style, and also to play "name that painting."
William Bradford Biography, Part VI
This is an animated biography of William Bradford, a leader of the Separatist settlers of the Plymouth Colony in Massachusetts. This Discovery Channel Education series is aimed at older elementary school children.
Shape It
Using only six straight lines, divide this shape into four equal parts.
Light Source in Watercolor Painting
These are very short clips.) How to consider the light source and how it affects objects in your watercolor painting by Larry Dubitsky. A thin brush is a great detail brush. English captions. (1:05)
How to Convert a Recurring Decimal Into a Fraction
In order to convert a recurring decimal into a fraction, understand that 1/3 is equal to .333 repeating. Find out how to use a bar to denote a recurring decimal with help from a tutor in this free video on math lessons and study tips.
CPCTC
CPCTC is an acronym for corresponding parts of congruent triangles are congruent. CPCTC is commonly used at or near the end of a proof which asks the student to show that two angles or two sides are congruent. It means that once two triangles are proven to be congruent, then the three pairs of sides that correspond must be congruent and the three pairs of angles that correspond must be congruent. (2:35)
Squeeze Theorem
Mr. Khan offers this video of the intuition (but not a proof) of the Squeeze Theorem. Mr. Khan uses the Paint Program (with different colors on a black screen)Â to illustrate his points. Sal Khan is the recipient of the 2009Â Microsoft Tech Award in Education. (07:37)
Learning About the Letter "t" - Mr. T Has Tall Teeth - The Letter People
This is a part of "The Letter People" and focuses on "Mr. T", who has "tall teeth". The sound of letter 't' is reinforced through music and simple skits. Puppet characters act out the skits. Opening credits take about 20 seconds. (03:31)
Learn English Through Song- Lesson 41- Idioms With Happy
Learn English idioms with happy through the song, "Happy Birthday to You" sung by Disney Children and Frank Sinatra. Learn English Through Song helps English Second Language (ESL) students study speaking, conversation, vocabulary, pronunciation, listening and grammar. In this slide show the lyrics are shown for "Happy Birthday" along with text explanations about happy idioms in the song lyrics. More songs at learn-to-speak-english-esl.com. Good quality video appropriate for all students, not
Prepositions of Location-In, On, Under, Over, In Front, Behind
This video's main character Shompy demonstrates prepositions of location (in, on, under, over, in front, behin) with a balloon. The song and motions get faster as the song continues. The end of the song shows sign language for the prepositions (1:41).
What Is a Transgenic Plant?
This 2:45 minute long video explains that a transgenic plant is a plant that has been crossed with another plant and expresses qualities of a stronger, more drought-resistant plant. Students could try this type of experiment in class.
Alligator: Greater than and Less than
With the props of a puppet alligator the lady teaches greater than or less than math problems. She introduces a song that explains what the greater than sign eats. She is very enthused and excited with the presentation.
Die Schöpfung (The Creation), Singt dem Herren alle Stimmen! by Haydn
This is a live performance of Sir Colin Davis conducting the London Symphony Orchestra and Chorus with soloists Sally Matthews, Ian Bostridge, Dietrich Henschel. They are on stage in a concert hall. The lighting, picture and sound quality are excellent.
21eTeacher: Elaborate video
A video about the fourth E in Nortel LearniT's 6ES lesson plan model. In this section of the lesson plan the students are expected to work directly on the given assignment. It is their opportunity to demonstrate their application of new information and to present their findings or conclusions to others. It is a good time for submitting materials for evaluation, doing presentations and completing the project or assignment. Run time 01:35.
How do you make lessons stick?
How do you get a lesson to stick is a very, very fast paced slide show that goes through his six elements of a good lesson. Some interesting ideas, but no evidence given on their improvement in terms of objective data. There needs to be more information to understand this lesson, but it does have some good elements. (6:40)
Groundhog Day
This animated story shows a funny groundhog who is dressed like Elvis and sings rock to complain about a possum who came on on groundhog day to call people's attention. He finally makes friends with the possum and shares with his his popularity.
Aesop's Fable- Saving the Wolf
A simple animated cartoon film of Aesop's fable, "Saving the Wolf." In this story a wolf starts to choke on his dinner. A crane comes along and saves the wolf's life and demands a reward. She learns that greed does not work with gratitude. Good sound and production. (3:10)
Story Time | The North Wind and the Sun | Third Grade
Reading Comprehension: This is a fable about the Sun and the Wind. There are no moving images in this video; it just has narration. (02:32)
The Emperor's New Clothes by Hans Christian Anderson
An animated story by Hans Christian Andersen. An emperor hires two tailors who promise to make him a set of remarkable new clothes that will be invisible to anyone who is either incompetent or stupid. When the emperor goes to see his new clothes, he sees nothing at all — for the tailors are swindlers and there aren't any clothes.  Afraid of being judged incompetent or stupid, the emperor pretends to be delighted with the new clothes and â€
