The History of Vaccines
The History of Vaccines - Kids are taught about the unique ways in which animals have adapted and evolved to survive in their surroundings. Humans have created their own ways of adapting to the elements. (04:17)
What Happens On Wall Street - Song
This is an animated video for the song Walkin' On Wall Street. It explains what Wall Street is and how everything works there. The singing character is a dove who gives advice on how to learn about wall street life. It presents useful specific vocabulary such as "to investment", "buy low sell high", etc.
The Universe - Death Stars
"For most, it's the deadly centerpiece of the film Star Wars. But in truth, real death stars are in the final stage of life before they explode into supernovae and, occasionally, the biggest blast in the universe--the gamma ray burst (GRB). One death star, named WR104, lurks 8,000 light-years from Earth and some believe its GRB arrow is aimed directly at us. A death star galaxy named 3C321 is a terrifying vision of what could one day befall the Milky Way galaxy: a companion galaxy's black hole i
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[Vocabulaire] La Maison
Learn French by learning vocabulary words concerning the outside of the house. As the native French speaker recites the words, an area is highlighted in red as the French words appear on the screen. There is no English spoken. Each French phrase is spoken once. For beginning to intermediate learners. To better see where the highlighted area is pointing, the viewer may benefit from opening the video 'full screen'.
Department of Art: Bronze Pouring
URI's Department of Art demonstrates bronze pouring into plaster molds.
Unity and Diversity
This program examines how social studies teachers in any grade level can embrace both unity and diversity in their classrooms. Topics range from exploring democratic values to building awareness of student diversity.
Through examples of students connecting with one another and embracing the different cultures within their community, teachers can reflect on how to best address issues of unity and diversity in their classroom.
6 A short biography of Mandy: comparing theories about work and welfare Swiss central bank chief quits over deal Building English Vocabulary--Exotic Animals Internet Safety (lesson for very young children) National Dictionary Day Learn About the Explorer Hernan Cortes Westward Expansion CPU basics Car Safety Tips in Children Het puberende brein : Samenvatting Bruikbare samenvatting van het boek Het puberende brein van Eveline Crone. PMAD Doane Directions in modelling environments Learn about Christmas Trees
Jan. 9 - Swiss central bank chief Philipp Hildebrand has resigned in the face of growing criticism of a controversial currency trade made by his wife in August. Sonia Legg reports.
This animated video helps build English vocabulary related to exotic animals found in the jungle environment. Each word is said with a picture and word is used in a sentence. Students will easily be able to connect word with picture. This is a great resource for the early childhood classroom and for our ELL students. (2:51)
This narrated video (or slideshow) discusses internet safety tips for children. (04:47)
How dictionaries are made and how the uses of words are studied. Some great examples are given. A good way to get students to start thinking about words. Run time 02:49.
 Hernan Cortes and his exploration in North, Central, and South America. The quest for gold is explained. A good overview, but nothing about the man. (1:35)
By the mid-nineteenth century, the American economy that had been based on local commerce and small-scale farming was maturing into a dynamic, wide-reaching capitalist marketplace. As the industrial revolution in the northeast altered the economy and intensified the process of urbanization, an agricultural empire began to emerge in the west, and westward expansion began. In this video you will learn about westward expansion and it's trials and tribulations. (Video is of high q
What is a "computer processor"?
A computer processor is the brain of the computer. It is the piece of hardware that handles all the calculations that go on inside the computer. When you click on something, that goes to the processor. The computer processor determines what you want to do based on the software that you're running, and makes the calculations, and then you see the result of that on your screen.
This three minute video shows the importance of using baby seats in cars. It does not tell you how to identify a good one and is weak on showing how they should be belted at different ages. At best, this is a warning video for parents.
People Make a Difference with Danny Brassell 10/15/12
Guest: Allan Doane
Schema definition is a vital component in the computerised A/E/C projects. existing tools to manage this task are limited both in terms of the scope Of problems they can tackle and their integration with each other. This paper describes a global modellling and development environment for large modelling projects. This environment provides a total solution from initial design of schemas to validation, manipulation arid navigation through final models. A major benefit of the described system is t
Christmas trees are a beautiful addition to many of our home this time of year. Did you know that the tree was original decorated with large, red apples as a symbol of Adam and Eve? Learn more about the origins of the Christmas tree with this video. Allen Smith shares more on this symbol of the holiday. (01:39)
