Sunday Night With Oscar

"And the award goes to. . . " High schoolers investigate bias in the movie industry by reading articles, watching a short video, and examining data about the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) membership, nominees, and...

"The fact that so few people do actually read the Koran is precisely why it's so easy to misquote." How much are our ideas based on our own reasoning and evidence rather than secondhand information and the opinions of others? Lezley...

A description and explanation of the science and technical awards of the Academy Awards. Provides insight into the extensive behind-the-scenes work involved in motion pictures.

Students explore the Latin American film industry. In this Latin American film lesson, students compare Latin American films to American films as they watch segments of "Que Viva Mexico!" Students research the painters on the film and...

Biographies of Michael Thornton and Tommy Norris, Navy Seals who each received the Medal of Honor, the highest military award in the United States. Read their remarkable stories of bravery in the face of extreme danger. Includes...

Read the incredible story of Lt. Thomas Norris who received the Medal of Honor award for his bravery in Vietnam. Read about his background and achievements, listen to an interview, and view a gallery of pictures.

Biography of Carol Burnett, iconic American comedic actress who appeared in many films and television shows winning critical acclaim. Students can read about Carol Burnett, listen to an interview and view pictures in the photo gallers.

Contains information and a description of the holdings at the Margaret Herrick Library of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, one of the largest and most extensive film library collections in the world.

An explanation of the Student Academy Awards, presented to college film students by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Includes rules of the competition, description of film categories, application information, highlights...

Children answer questions regarding the number of NASA astronauts that have hispanic heritage. They read a passage, and then answer 10 multiple choice questions. Note: The reading passage is not included.