Writing Original Literary Texts - The World of Volcanoes
The Hawaiian Islands were created by volcanic eruptions. Continuous eruptions mean the islands are constantly changing. In an effort to safeguard the residents and communities on these islands, scientists conduct regular tests on lava flow samples to help predict future eruptions. This is a dangerous undertaking, even for the most experienced scientists. This video segment from Nature shows scientists as they arrive at the site of a lava flow, prepare themselves
Peter Galison - Great Teachers
Is time defined by physics, or fundamentally technology, or philosophy? Peter Galison discusses the historical context of Einstein's discoveries and how they have affected modern notions of time and space.
Peter Galison is the Joseph Pellegrino University Professor in the Department of the History of Science, and the Department of Physics. Galison's work explores the complex interaction between three principal subcultures of twentieth century physics -- experimentation, instrumentation, and the
The Brave Men of Titanic
As the Titanic was sinking, passengers were loaded onto lifeboats by the deck crew. The engineering crew stayed at their posts to work the pumps, controlling flooding as much as possible. This action ensured the power stayed on during the evacuation and allowed the wireless radio system to keep sending distress calls. These men bravely kept at their work and helped save more than 700 people, even though it would cost them their own lives. In this clip learn more about these brave men. (3:35)
Saving the Titanic
When Robert Ballard and his team discovered the Titanic in 1985, they chose not to remove anything from the wreckage. According to the laws of the sea, removing anything would have meant that Ballard and his team were the owners of the site. Two years later, a private company returned to the site of the wreck and claimed it as their own by removing artifacts. In this video clip, learn more about the ship Titanic.
Constructing the Titanic
Shipbuilders worked tirelessly for two years to create the mammoth structure that was to become the Titanic, and eight workers died during its construction. After the ship was finished in 1912, the Titanic was set for its maiden voyage in early April. In this video clip, learn more about the construction of Titanic. (1:37)
Hitler's Crucial Mistake in the Battle of Britain
In this video clip, from Indigo Film, learn how Nazi leader Adolf Hitler had made a mistake in changing the tactics of the Air Raids. (4:07)
What’s Your Name?
In this video segment from Between the Lions, the song "What's Your Name?" highlights the short "u" sound in 33 names. By focusing on the /uh/ sound within words, the song sparks phonemic awareness, and by showing the letter "u," it also promotes letter knowledge. (0:44)
Word Family -un-
Watch these indecisive aliens as they decide whether to zip or unzip. The goal for this segment is word family -un-. (0:30)
Senegal's Rappers Drive Protests For Political Change
Learn more: http://pulitzercenter.org/projects/senegal-hip-hop-movement-democracy-election-president-abdoulade-wade-constitutional-coup
Rappers and musicians in Senegal, along with local journalists, founded Y'en a Marre (Enough is Enough) as a way to call for political and social change in the West African country. One of their primary goals has been to ensure that current President Abdoulaye Wade does not take office for a third term in 2012, which they say goes against Senegal's constitution
Open Classroom - 4/4/12 #5 Q&A
Food and American Society an Urban Perspective
Topic for 4/4/12: Food and Health: The Obesity Epidemic
Lectures:
Katy Tucker - Professor of Health Sciences and Director, Boston Puerto Rican Health Study
Richard Daynard - Professor of Law and Director, Public Health Advocacy Institute, Northeastern University
Alan Meyers - Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Boston University School of Medicine
The Open Classroom Policy Series is a graduate-level public policy seminar that is open to the public
IFSI Limoges 2011 – Troubles du développement. (Vidéo) Titre : IFSI Limoges 2011 – Troubles du développement.
Auteur : Aline MEYNARD (Pôle hospitalo-universitaire de pédopsychiatrie, CH Esquirol - Limoges).
Résumé : UE 2.6 pédopsychiatrie : Le malade dépendant – Troubles du développement.
L’auteur n’a pas transmis de conflit d’intérêt concernant les données diffusées dans cette vidéo ou publiées dans la référence citée.
IFSI Limoges 2011 – Le malade dépendant – Troubles du sommeil. (Vidéo) Titre : IFSI Limoges 2011 – Le malade dépendant – Troubles du sommeil.
Auteur : Aline MEYNARD (Pôle hospitalo-universitaire de pédopsychiatrie, CH Esquirol - Limoges).
Résumé : UE 2.6 pédopsychiatrie : Le malade dépendant – Troubles du sommeil.
L’auteur n’a pas transmis de conflit d’intérêt concernant les données diffusées dans cette vidéo ou publiées ...
Engaging students in ethical debates
This case study outlines an investigation into the acceptance of a new pedagogical paradigm aiming to engage and inspire students in ethical and entrepreneurial activity
The Presidential Life of Andrew Jackson
In this video clip, learn all about the presidential life of Andrew Jackson. Andrew Jackson was the first president with a common man background. Learn more about his life as the president of the United States of America and his legacy to today's politics. (4:11)
The Death of Lady Diana
In this video clip, learn about the tragic death of Lady Diana, Princess of Wales, that took place in Place d'Alma, Paris.
The Chichen Itza Sacrifices
In this video clip the viewer will learn about the sacrifices that were held in the Mayan pyramids of Chichen Itza, in the Yucatan Peninsula. (02:11)
The Watergate Scandal
In this video clip, learn a brief timeline of events concerning Richard Nixon and the Watergate scandal at the Watergate complex in Washington D.C. (1:55)
Why Things Fall Down -Gravity for Kids
This cartoon teaches younger students about gravity. Some key vocabulary words include: gravity, attraction, magnet, crust, mantle, core, iron, molecules, force, and Newton. (05:24)
Learn C++ App for Android
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