Historian Thomas Cahill
Bill Moyers interviews best-selling historian Thomas Cahill in a far ranging interview that takes viewers from the Coliseum in Rome to death row in Texas and examines what our attitudes toward cruelty can tell us about who we are as Americans. "However difficult it may be the only way you are going to gain closure is to let go of your hatred" says Cahill, who is best known for his The Hinges of History series of books, which includes the widely read How the Irish Saved Civilization. Cahill say
Historian Thomas Cahill
Bill Moyers interviews best-selling historian Thomas Cahill in a far ranging interview that takes viewers from the Coliseum in Rome to death row in Texas and examines what our attitudes toward cruelty can tell us about who we are as Americans. "However difficult it may be the only way you are going to gain closure is to let go of your hatred" says Cahill, who is best known for his The Hinges of History series of books, which includes the widely read How the Irish Saved Civilization. Cahill say
MOYERS DIGITAl ARCHIVE: Bill Moyers talks with Thomas Frank, 2004
In this selection from the MOYERS DITIGAl ARCHIVE, Bill Moyers talks with Thomas Frank, 2004. Check online at http://www.pbs.org/moyers for a 2008 special web-only conversation between Frank and Moyers.
Greg Mortenson and Thomas Frank
America has committed more money and more troops to Afghanistan, but Greg Mortenson, the bestselling author of THREE CUPS OF TEA argues that there's a better path to peace: building schools and nurturing local communities. WAll STREET JOURNAl correspondent and author of THE WRECKING CREW: HOW CONSERVATIVES RUINED GOVERNMENT, ENRICHED THEMSElVES, AND BEGGARED THE NATION takes a look back at the decade that was.
Mallory Stufsky - Study Abroad in Romania
Mallory talks about her Rutgers Study Abroad experience in Romania. While abroad, she volunteered with the Estuar Foundation in helping mental health patients.
Class 8c - Competitive Positioning Case Study
A class using a real world example case study to illustrate competitive strategy and positioning
HOW NOT TO DO CROSS CULTURAL ANALYSIS: PREDICTIVE FAILURE AND CONSTRUCTION FLAWS IN GEERT HOFSTEDEâ€
This paper considers Hofstede’s claim that his national cultural “dimension scores†and related rankings of countries have predictive power by examining a ‘validating’ case study he has used in a number of publications to ‘demonstrate’ that capability. When tested against cross-sectional and longitudinal empirical evidence the case study is shown to have neither explanatory nor predictive power. A further unpacking of the case study demonstrates methodological flaws in its construc
Why Study Earth Science?
A geoscientist stresses the importance of learning earth science. He also explains the changes on our planet through geological time. It is a six-minute video and contains nice photographs and good narration.
Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings
A brief look at the private life of Thomas Jefferson and his relationship with the slave, Sally Hemings. The video lacks much insight except to say that Jefferson's views on slavery were ignored.
America Under Thomas Jefferson: Jefferson Takes Charge
Jefferson increased states' rights, reduced the role of the federal government in people's lives and sent American warships to fight off the coast of Africa.This is a short video that reviews his accomplishments. Not much depth.
Study Tips On How to Study Spelling
In order to study spelling for a spelling test or for general
knowledge, it can be helpful to read books about commonly misspelled words. The tutor in this video gives several tip on how to study for a spelling test and he explains how to use reference books when studying spelling.
Thomas Edison: The Light Bulb
Thomas Edison's most famous invention, the light bulb, paved the way for modern life. This is a short video about one invention, the light bulb, but adds little to understanding his life. It is interesting for teachers to use as it shows that the light bulb required electricity and that means even more problems to solve.
The Study of Anthropology
This video presents a broad view of the field of anthropology, looking at common ways of survival and the adaptations cultures must often make to survive. The video quality is a bit blurry. (6:48)
Thomas Jefferson
Discovery Education Video. Thomas Jefferson was one of the Founders of the United States of America. He wrote the Declaration of Independence. He was the Third President of the United States of America. He advanced America in many ways. He purchased the Louisiana area. He did many great things. This video takes a look at some of those things.
Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson was the third President of the United States (1801--1809), author of the Declaration of Independence (1776), and one of the most influential founders of the United States. Major events during his presidency include the Louisiana Purchase (1803), the Embargo Act of 1807, and the Lewis and Clark Expedition (1804--1806).
A political philosopher who promoted classical liberalism, republicanism, and the separation of church and state, he was the author of the Virginia St
A Look Into the Past - Thomas Edison
Details various parts of Thomas Edison's life including the creation of the first lightbulb. Great descriptions and pictures. THis appears to be a student-made project. Run time 04:11.
Thomas Edison--Life of Invention
Thomas Edison had over 1,000 patents in his lifetime. This documentary has rare moving footage of Edison. Suitable for older elementary school children and older. Run time 01:00.
Thomas Edison The Inventor, Part 1
A cartoon presentation of Thomas Edison’s invention of the Dictaphone. Run time 02:20.
Thomas Edison Invents the Incandescent Light
A cartoon presentation of Thomas Edison’s invention of the incandescent electric light. Run time 03:44.
Thomas Edison Invents The Vacuum Tube, Part III
A cartoon presentation of Thomas Edison’s invention of the vacuum tube. Run time 03:04.
