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Introduction to Friction
A series of simple computer animations and a narrator explain friction. The force of friction is defined and explained as a self-adjusting force. Causes and types of friction are illustrated and ways to minimize it are listed. There are...
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Freedom Summer
"We came together because we had to." A group of 300 volunteers worked together to head down to Mississippi and help push the Civil Rights Movement. Learn about some of their struggles and discuss the idea of social responsibility with...
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Human Footprint
Americans are some of the greatest consumers. Statistics are given in this introduction to the show "Human Footprint" that airs on National Geographic. Pique your biologists' interest in conservation efforts with this short clip.
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Water Cycle
This charming video is about the water cycle, and features a wonderful science song about the water cycle.
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South Korea
Hi from Seoul, South Korea! Take a look at the bustling city and the people who live, work and play here. Whether it's shopping or attending a festival, something always seems to be going on in world's second largest metropolitan area....
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Human Development
Three-dimensional animation zooms in on human development as it begins in the female ovaries. The animated egg changes and forms as you watch it travel down the fallopian tube into the uterus.
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Friction
This video is amusing! It displays pictures and the lyrics of a song, "Friction," recorded in the late fifties or early sixties by Tom Glazer and Dottie Evans. Your physical science classes will be singing it for the rest of the school...
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Mitosis
Watch as an animated cell goes through the process of mitosis as DNA coils and bunches into chromosomes. Once the nuclear membranes dissolve, spindles pull chromatids to opposite sides and stretch the cell. The video ends as mitosis...
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Thailand
Take the journey of a lifetime, and travel to Thailand! This video breaks down into categories like Thai life, Thai flavor, culture, adventure, etc. It is non-narrated but provides both videos and stills that depict life in Thailand.
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The Process of Photosynthesis
Here is a cute presentation for middle schoolers on the photosynthesis process. Each required product is named and then the process is viewed in a cartoon cross-section of the leaf. Embed this little video into your own PowerPoint or...
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Comets
What happens when a comet full of 'volatiles' comes to close to the sun? The volatiles ignite, creating a long gaseous tail. Are there differences between meteors and comets? Leading scientists and CG graphics help differentiate the two...
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Natural Selection
It's Mr. Anderson, and he's ready to explain natural selection! Be excited, because he has the ability to make scientific biology and genetic functions in terms of natural selection make sense. With great examples and a clear and gentle...
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The Phases of the Moon
Watch and learn about the four phases of the moon. New, first quarter, full, and last quarter are all covered in this highly visual video. While this clip stops prior to finishing a full description it does a good job of showing what the...
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How to Build a Simple Electric Motor, plus How it Works
See how to build a simple motor with just seven materials. The process is sped up so you may want to watch and write out directions before showing your class. The explanation for why it works is then given. A few questions are shown at...
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Radioactive Isotopes
A Geiger counter is used to detect emission of alpha particles, beta particles, and gamma rays. The teacher experiments to find out which materials block each of these forms of radiation. The camera is focused on the measuring instrument...
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Mercury
Visit the planet Mercury and learn about its orbit, place in the solar system, and difficult past. Closest to the sun and covered in craters, this planet has had it rough. You'll find out that Mercury is actually a dead planet but still...
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Particles
A female narrator takes your class on a journey through the history of atomic theory. Not only are protons, neutrons, and electrons introduced but quarks and leptons are too. You will find this most appropriate for viewing in a high...
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The Ice Age
Hear experts provide evidence of Ice Age and glacial movement based on today's geological features. Various measurement tools are used to see what chemicals are found in ice and the atmosphere in order to determine the climate of the...
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Cellular Organelles
Paul Andersen conveys the complexity of the cell and its organelles, explaining the function of each in detail. Hear how all the parts work together to help a eukaryotic cell operate. Use this video in a high school biology class for an...
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How We Hear
Ironically, no sound it heard in this video, only computer animation and text. It details how sound waves travel into the ear canal and cause the eardrum to vibrate. The inner ear bones and cochlear hairs are shown in motion. This...
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Doomsday Asteroid
A thought-provoking video about asteroids and a "doomsday asteroid" that may hit Earth in the 2020's is presented here. This program could be used as a way to start a research project about asteroids with your class.
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Treaty of Versailles
While the Treaty of Versailles was originally aimed at breaking the Central Powers apart, it only sparked Germany's desire for revenge. Show an informative video as your world history class begins to learn about World War II.
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Genetics
Has your class finished its unit on genetics? Use this resource to provide a quick, encompassing review. Mr. Anderson discusses DNA, RNA, nucleotides, mitosis, meiosis, diploids, haploids, gametes, gene expression, etc. Create a...
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Cell Biology
Look here for a narrative approach to cells origins and discovery by microscopes. Though it is a slightly older clip, it contains some lovely footage of cells up close. Begin with prokaryotes and move onto eukaryotes and the differences...