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Understanding Climate Change: The Atmospheric Radiation Measurement Program
This video discusses the importance of studying climate change and the efforts of the Atmospheric Radiation Measurement Program (ARM) to improve our understanding of the Earth's climate. Through the establishment of monitoring facilities...
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Landmarks - Cornish Tin Mine
CORNISH TIN MINE KING EDWARD MINE IN CAMBORNE, IN CENTRAL CORNWALL, IS TYPICAL OF MANY OF THE MINE SITES. IT HAS SURVIVED ALMOST INTACT AND IS NOW THE OLDEST COMPLETE MINE IN CORNWALL. CORNWALL WAS THE GLOBAL HEART OF THE MINING...
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Hyperbolic Geometry
What is Euclidean geometry, and how have descriptions of space moved on since Euclid's time? New types of geometry describe a strangely familiar curved space. Maths - Shape A Twig Math Film. Reinforce and extend the learning required by...
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Weather
The state of the atmosphere at a specific time and place, including factors such as temperature and pressure, wind speed, and precipitation. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning...
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What is a map? – Jigsaw
What is it? ... It's a globe! People and places - Mapping - What is a map? A Twig Tidbit Film - Jigsaw. An image is slowly revealed as pieces of the jigsaw are removed. The children have to identify it.
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The equator
Find out why countries on the equator enjoy sunshine for most of the year. People and places - Mapping - Latitude and longitude Learning Points The equator divides the planet into two halves: the northern hemisphere and the southern...
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Understanding Earth's Water: Exploring Its Sources and Importance
Delve into the vast realms of Earth's water, from the expansive oceans to the hidden underground reservoirs. Learn about the distribution of water across the planet and its significance for sustaining life. Explore the different forms of...
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Galileo Probe and the EU's Navigation System
Currently being built by the European Union, the Galileo Space Probe is a global navigation satellite system.The system is an alternative to - and will compliment the current US global positioning system that people have been using for...
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Big Ideas -Episode 4 - John Logie Baird
In the early years of the 20th century, one man had a Big Idea. Scottish inventor John Logie Baird combined cinematography with the transmission of electric power to create a new medium, one that would change the world forever. That...
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The FIFA World Cup
The FIFA World cup, is regarded by many as the greatest sporting prize in the world. Every four years the top 32 football teams in the world gather to play the World Cup Finals in their quest to take home this solid 18 carat gold trophy...
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The Global Spread and Threat of Influenza
Influenza is a viral infection spread by fine droplets, surface contamination or contact with the infected. It was first accurately recorded by Hippocrates more than 2,500 years ago.
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Paws and People: The Multifaceted Roles of Dogs in Human Society
Dive into the diverse roles of dogs throughout human history, from ancient guardians and hunters to modern service animals and social media stars. This video explores how dogs have transitioned from work partners in hunting and herding...
Healthcare Triage
The Unequal Impacts of Climate Change
Climate change is driven by humans and will affect us all. But it’s not driven by everyone equally, and it doesn’t affect everyone equally. In the last 250 years, 77% of global emissions were emitted by Europe, North America, Australia,...
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Shakespeare's The Tempest: Act 4, Scene 1 Analysis
In this video, we explore the dramatic unfoldings of Act 4 of Shakespeare's "The Tempest," where Prospero uses his magic to control the events of his daughter Miranda's betrothal, while also dealing with the threats posed by Caliban and...
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Earth Exploration: Mountains
Dr. Forrester explores information and locations of the following major mountain ranges of the world: the Andes, Rockies, Himalayas, Atlas, and Alps.
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Geography Terms and Tools
Dr. Forrester teaches about landforms and bodies of water that cover the earth. She tells about how globes, maps, and atlases are ways to identify those landforms and bodies of water.
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Exploration Earth
Dr. Forrester gives information about Earth’s seven continents and five major oceans.
PBS
Will-o’-the-Wisp: Monstrous Flame or Scientific Phenomenon?
These elusive blue flames have been reported globally and inspired a wealth of folklore. But what exactly is a Will-o’-the-Wisp? Also commonly called “ignis fatuus” or “corpse-candle” the glowing atmospheric phenomenon has a reputation...
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Werehyena: The Terrifying Shapeshifters of African Lore
African folklore dictates that unlike other werecreatures this monster is an animal that disguises itself in human form. By day it walks the earth nearly indistinguishable from humans, but at night it returns to its true hyena shape. We...
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The Stratford Bard: William Shakespeare
Mr. Griot shares a brief biography of William Shakespeare and discusses his contributions to the genre of drama.
Great Big Story
Why We're Hell-Bent on Saving These Giant Salamanders
Dive into the world of the hellbender, a peculiar-looking salamander, often referred to as the Devil Dog, Snot Otter, or even the Lasagne Lizard. Follow wildlife biologist Wes Larson and researcher Emily Nolan in eastern Tennessee as...
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William Shakespeare: Biography
Mr. Griot shares a brief biography of William Shakespeare and discusses his contributions to the genre of drama.
Wonderscape
Exploring Communism: Origins, Principles, and Global Impact
This video examines communism, focusing on its origins during the Industrial Revolution, criticisms of capitalism, and the ideas of Karl Marx. It outlines the rise of communism in Russia, the role of dictatorships in communist countries,...
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What is Globalization?
In this video, I want to answer the question, what is Globalization?