Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Addition and Subtraction Word Problems: Gorillas
Learn how to solve addition and subtraction word problems using gorillas and cookies as examples. [5:31]
University of Canterbury
University of Canterbury: Cs Unplugged: Videos
This one-hour introduction communicates to children the topic of computer science. Each additional video shows students demonstrating different concepts in computational thinking.
Crash Course
Crash Course Kids 26.1: Got Some Solutions?
In this episode of Crash Course Kids, engineer Sabrina shows us how to come up with multiple solutions. [4:00]
Crash Course
Crash Course Kids 29.1: A Case of "What Ifs"
In this episode of Crash Course Kids, Sabrina Cruz chats to us about how variables affect our choices as engineers. [3:54]
Crash Course
Crash Course Kids 42.2: Fixing Failure Points
In this episode of Crash Course Kids, Sabrina demostrates how to set up models and trails to find and fix failure points during investigations. [4:01]
Crash Course
Crash Course Kids 39.2: Problem? Try Trials
How do scientists keep working on a problem if the first solution doesn't fix it? Learn how they use experimental trials to find solutions. [3:00]
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Can You Solve the Rogue Ai Riddle?
A hostile artificial intelligence called NIM has taken over the world's computers. You're the only person skilled enough to shut it down, and you'll only have one chance. Can you survive and shut off the artificial intelligence?
Code.org
Code.org: Persistence & Frustration: Stevie and the Big Project
Stevie and her friends will teach students that the natural frustration that you feel when working on something difficult can be overcome with a little persistence! [6:03]
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: The Ruff Ruffman Show: That'll Work!
Rock out with Ruff Ruffman as he reflects on his problem-solving skills in a "new-wave, upbeat dance party" song. [2:24]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Giles Shih the Importance of Education
Giles Shih, President and CEO of BioResource International, talks about how his education contributed to the growth of his business. Giles also discusses three key elements of starting your business as well as the significance of...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Center, Spread, and Shape of Distributions Harder Example
The resource from Khan Academy provides practice questions for the SAT. Watch Sal work through a harder Center, spread, and shape of distributions problem.
PBS
Pbs: Kismet: The Social Robot
in this video segment watch how researchers in the Artificial Intelligence Laboratory working to engineer smarter robots are now building a machine that interacts socially with people. Included are teaching tips and additional background...
PBS
Pbs: Simple Solutions: The Engineering Design Process
In this video, mechanical engineer Amy Smith explains the design process for an innovation that enables people in isolated villages to determine whether their water supplies are free of dangerous bacteria. Included are teaching tips and...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Learnstorm Growth Mindset: Dave Paunesku on Student Effort
Praising students: One key item that teachers should pay attention to is how to give praise and encouragement to their students. Dave Paunesku talks about this key topic in this video. [1:29]
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Donkey Hodie: Out of Order Routines
While playing Camp Buddy Buddy, Donkey Hodie and her pal, Purple Panda, learn that sometimes their original plans need to change. Working together, they find new, unexpected ways to have fun! Video [2:48] and a teacher lesson plan.
PBS
Pbs: Odd Squad: Oprah and O'donahue
Learn about problem solving and patterns with the Odd Squad. Ms. O remembers using patterns to solve an important case when she was still an agent in the 1980s.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Tea Mology: Bullying and Problem Solving
TEAMology characters treat the topics of bullying and problem-solving! Amelia demonstrates the power of the bystander, while Philo helps with a puzzling pet predicament. [5:06]
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Arthur Takes a Stand: Arthur
Discover ways to protest an injustice and have your voice heard using this video from the PBS KIDS series ARTHUR. When Mrs. MacGrady opens the cafeteria for breakfast and takes on double the work without any help, Arthur tries different...
British Council
British Council: Learn English Kids: Ratty Robs a Bank
Read and listen to a story about Ratty and his gang robbing a bank. Spycat is called in look for clues to try to solve the crime.
Loyola University Chicago
Math Flix: Problem Solving: Checklist
This QuickTime movie provides a checklist to follow for successful problem-solving. As you watch and listen to the teacher and student interact it helps clarify the thinking behind applying this concept.
Other
Fearof Physics: Homework Help
Need help solving a physics problem? This collection of videos shows students how to solve basic physics problems. Problems are broken up by topic.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Introduction to Estimating: Lesson 2
This lesson should help a learner understand why estimates are used when making calculations. It is 2 of 4 in the series titled "Introduction to Estimating."
Math Playground
Math Playground: How to Solve a Greatest Common Factor Word Problem
This video demonstrates how to use the greatest common factor (GCF) to solve a word problem.
Bozeman Science
Bozeman Science: Constructing Explanations & Designed Solutions
Paul Andersen explains how scientists modify theories by constructing explanations. He also discusses the cycle of design used by engineers to solve problems. He starts by defining a theory as a well-established explanation of a...