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Fables by the Campfire
Mr. Griot describes the elements of a fable by reviewing the fable "It’s a Dog’s Life."
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Needs and Wants
Dr. Forrester explains the difference between the things we need and the things we want. She also explains the importance of shelter.
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Pioneer Families and Their Children
Dr. Forrester compares the difficult lives of pioneer families in the 1800s to the lives we live in modern times.
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Is It Better To Write on Paper or Computer?
The Pros and Cons of using Paper, Piano, and the Computer to write music
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Is It Better To Write on Paper or Computer?
The Pros and Cons of using Paper, Piano, and the Computer to write music
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What Is A Modem And What Does It Do?
A modem is a very important piece of network hardware that allows a computer to send and receive data through a telephone line or cable connection. In simple words, it’s the device that connects a computer to the Internet. The word modem...
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Sales Tax and Percent of Increase
In this math video we will write an algebraic expression two ways to represent sales tax & percent of increase. We will understand sales tax as a percent of increase. When you pay sales tax on an item you must pay 100% of the item plus...
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Find Percent of a Whole Number
In this math video we will find percent of a whole number and a fraction of a whole number. We will be presented with a real world situation. We will be asked to find the amount left after removing 25% of the whole. We will then be asked...
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Jay Leiderman, The Lawyer Defending Anonymous
Meet Jay Leiderman, the lawyer who represents cyber activists like Anonymous, fighting outdated digital laws and advocating for change.
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Can Computers Really Talk? Or Are They Faking It?
New advancements in technology are making it harder than ever to tell the difference between a computer and a human speaker... but what's going on under the hood? Is it really "language," or just a digital illusion?
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Weaving Art Into the Fabric of Cities
Join artist Janet Echelman on a captivating journey as she shares her vision of art intertwined with the pulse of cities around the world. Through her intricate sculptures, Echelman explores the dynamic interplay between form, light, and...
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The Programmer Who Invented Ctrl Alt Del
Explore the fascinating story behind the iconic control-alt-delete function, pioneered by Dr. Dave Bradley during his work on the IBM Personal Computer in 1980. Discover the challenges faced by early computer engineers and the innovative...
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I Created Clippy
Explore the fascinating story behind Clippy, the iconic paperclip from Microsoft Office, with its creator, Kevin Atterbury. From its humble beginnings in Microsoft Bob to becoming a pop culture phenomenon, discover how Clippy's...
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Miniatur Wunderland: A Journey Through the World's Largest Model Railway
Take a captivating journey through Miniatur Wunderland, the world's largest model railway located in Hamburg, Germany. In this video, explore a miniature world filled with intricate details, spanning 1500 square meters and boasting 16...
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Enrico Fermi, Military, and Scientific Research
Dr. Forrester tells the story of Enrico Fermi, and the application of his nuclear chain reaction technology. She then discusses the many consumer products that are a result of military research and development.
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Plastic Muddled Ocean Turtles - Part 2
The reality of Bonehead's mission is radically different than his heroic daydream, but he and his team still manage to board JP's airship and stop his cronies from dumping the plastic bags into the ocean. As usual, T-Bone gets all the...
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The Day Henry Met... a Camera
Today Henry meets a camera. Camera is down in the dumps because he thinks his photographs are boring and he wants to photograph something no one else has. In the end Henry and Camera find the Loch Ness Monster who just loves having her...
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Weaving Art Into the Fabric of Cities
Join artist Janet Echelman on a captivating journey as she shares her vision of art intertwined with the pulse of cities around the world. Through her intricate sculptures, Echelman explores the dynamic interplay between form, light, and...
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Exploring Future Technologies: From Energy Efficiency to Touchscreen Innovations
Surface acoustic wave dispersive signal technology and frustrated total internal reflection are both innovative technologies that contribute to the functionality of touchscreens. These technologies enable highly tactile and naturalistic...
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Future Trends in Home Computing: From Wireless Connectivity to Interactive Surfaces
The video discusses the evolving landscape of home computers, highlighting the shift towards wireless connectivity and the potential for convergence with home entertainment systems. It also introduces Microsoft's innovative Surface...
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Evolution of Home Computing: From PCs to Security Threats
The video discusses the evolution of home computing from the early 1990s to the present day, highlighting the dominance of Microsoft's Windows operating system and Apple's innovative design. It also addresses the challenges of spam...
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Evolution of Music Consumption: From Downloads to Internet Radio
This video discusses the evolving landscape of music consumption, focusing on the shift towards downloading music directly to MP3 players and the challenges posed by illegal file sharing. It highlights the impact of file sharing on...
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Exploring the Future of Dining: From E-Menus to Molecular Gastronomy
The video explores the intersection of technology and food, showcasing innovations such as electronic menus in restaurants, edible antibacterial formulas, and molecular gastronomy techniques. From using microwave ovens to disrupt...