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1) How to Run for Political Office - An Introduction to Civics, Elections & the American Political Syst
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A perfect introduction for students, young political aspirants, and future voters learning about the American Political system, this program tells the story of middle school teacher Dean Greco and his run for Congress. As an independent candidate, Dean soon learns that the odds are stacked against him. Determined to understand why independent and third-party candidates have a difficult time collecting votes, Dean and his campaign manager tour America...
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Embark on a journey which takes students from planet Earth to the outer fringes of our solar system. With the aid of cameras from various spacecraft, students get a close-up look at the planets in our solar system, from Mercury's cratered surface to Jupiter's huge red spot and Saturn's spectacular rings. Discover the mysteries and surprises of our solar system, our celestial home.
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Show Me Science volume 3
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Yellow clouds of nutrient-rich sand, iron particles and microscopic aerosols from the Sahara Desert blow north over Europe and west over the Atlantic Ocean to the Americas. Meteorologists research the impact of 'desert clouds' to changes in climates, weather patterns and ecosystems. Desertification of forest lands and fertile agricultural areas increases the size and number of desert storms.
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The Atacama large Millimeter/Sub-millimeter Array, or ALMA, is a vast array of radio telescopes and the most powerful observatory of its kind. ALMA is stationed in the Atacama Desert of Chile, which is one of the world's best sites for observational astronomy due to the high altitude, nearly non-existent cloud cover, dry air, and lack of light pollution and radio interference due to the low local population density. ALMA peers into previously hidden...
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Zero The Math Hero - Geometry Tutor volume 12
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This program describes how to identify the correct parts of the figures so students will be able to substitute them into the formulas. The Pythagorean Theorem is also used in the process of finding volumes. Students will learn to find both exact and approximate answers for cylinders and cones when using the number pi. Proofs and the use of deductive reasoning is introduced in this lesson. Students will Learn How to Find the Volume for a Variety of...
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Show Me Science volume 7
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Comets have been causing fear in the minds of humans for millennia. Now new spacecraft are giving us insights into their composition and behavior. Comets allow us to study what the solar system was like in its formative period. They orbit the Sun in the Kuiper Belt and the Oort Cloud. This program teaches students about comets and helps students understand why comets cause both fear and fascination.
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With the rising phenomenon of social networking websites such as Facebook and Twitter, constant interconnectivity with friends and family is now part of a teens' daily life. However, as opposed to enriching their lives, is social media just another avenue for addiction for teens? One of the biggest problems facing teens today is the addictive, pervasive effects of social media. It can lead to increased distractibility, anxiety, depression, and apathy....
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Show Me Science volume 1
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Much of the cosmos cannot be seen through optical telescopes. But it can be detected in wavelengths of the electromagnetic spectrum ranging from gamma-rays, through x-rays and ultra-violet to infra-red and radio. They reveal cauldrons of starbirth, exploding stars, neutron stars and black holes. Most exciting are Gamma-ray Bursters – cosmic flashes as bright as a million trillion Suns. In this program, we learn more about visible light (7 colors...
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Zero The Math Hero - Geometry Tutor volume 1
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This program teaches the properties of basic shapes of 0, 1 and 2 dimensions and an explanation of the relationship between points, lines and planes. Four basic postulates are taught and applied. Students will Learn: Points — identify points; name points. Lines — identify lines; name lines; use the correct symbol for lines. Planes — identify planes; name planes.
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Illicit drugs include marijuana/hashish, cocaine (including crack), heroin, hallucinogens, inhalants, or prescription drugs used without a prescription. These drugs are chemicals, and while each drug produces different physical effects, all abused substances share one thing in common. They hijack the normal function of the brain and change the way the brain responds to issues of self-control, judgment, emotion, motivation, memory, and learning....
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Zero The Math Hero - Geometry Tutor volume 6
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This program introduces the concept of a theorem and models how to find angle measures for interior and exterior angles for a variety of triangles. Several examples are demonstrated, using algebra as a part of the problem solving process. Students will Learn the Two Theorems Related to Triangles are: The Triangle Angle-Sum Theorem, The Exterior Angle Theorem.
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Show Me Science volume 2
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For many years the Hubble Space Telescope has collected breathtaking images of the cosmos with remarkable clarity. Now, ground based telescopes are fighting back. They are combining the sight of several instruments and correcting atmospheric shimmer. This program presents and explains the designs, uses and output of different types of telescopes used to see our universe. From the Keck in Hawaii, the Very Large Telescope in Chile and OWL, the Overwhelmingly...
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Farmers use a variety of advanced technologies, mechanized equipment, science-based data, as well as fertilizers and pesticides to ensure a profitable harvest. More recently, advances in science have improved agricultural production by leaps and bounds, by developing better products and processes that increase harvests while decreasing the negative impact on health and the environment.
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Show Me Science volume 4
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How far is a star or a galaxy? Scaling and measuring the cosmos is a complex problem. Scientists are integrating mathematical applications and scientific technology to create standards. Distances are so vast they are described in light years – the distance light travels in a year. Nearby stars are measured by trigonometry – the technique of parallax. Farther out, astronomers use so-called "standard candles", the 'Type Ia supernovae' is the...
15) Show Me Science Advanced - Astronomy & Space: The Big Bang & Black Holes - Zero To Zillions Theory
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Show Me Science volume 3
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This programming explores theories of the Universe exploding from an infinitesimal speck to create matter, radiation, time and space. In the first trillion-trillion-trillionth of a second, the cosmos grew a hundred million times to less than the size of an atom. Then, in another instant, the Universe was the size of a galaxy. Now, billions of years later and strung along vast filaments, our Universe has some 50-billion galaxies that continue to expand...
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Teach students to have the courage to make a stand against hate, racism, and intolerance. This program shows students the many ways to prevent bullying through compelling and captivating sketches and anti-bullying storylines using real teens. Empower students to take charge if they witness bullying, show students how to be a good bystander, how to stop untrue or harmful messages from spreading, and take a stand against hate, racism and intolerance....
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Zero The Math Hero - Geometry Tutor volume 4
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This program teaches the coordinate plane, its parts and how it is used to graph points on a 2-dimensional coordinate system. It also offers practical modern-day application of the coordinate plane as it relates to maps. Students will Learn: How to use The Distance Formula to find the length of a segment on a rectangular coordinate system. How to use The Midpoint Formula to find the coordinates of the midpoint of a segment on a graph.
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Show Me Science volume 6
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Since its discovery in 1930, astronomers have been debating the status of the tiny world at the farthest reaches of our solar system-Pluto. In this program, students are given a firsthand look at the scientific process that initially classified Pluto as a planet and then reclassified it in 2006 as a Dwarf Planet. Not all scientists are in agreement with this definition and the future may bring further reclassification. Students will learn the scientific...
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Teach students to have the courage to make a stand against hate, racism, and intolerance. This program shows students the many ways to prevent bullying through compelling and captivating sketches and anti-bullying storylines using real teens. Empower students to take charge if they witness bullying, show students how to be a good bystander, how to stop untrue or harmful messages from spreading, and take a stand against hate, racism and intolerance....
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Zero The Math Hero - Geometry Tutor volume 8
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This program teaches four important theorems and describes the Pythagorean Theorem and its relevance in the real world. Several example problems are illustrated. Problems using algebraic skills are linked with geometric concepts. Students will Learn: The Pythagorean Theorem, The Converse of the Pythagorean Theorem, The Isosceles Triangle Theorem, The Converse of the Isosceles Theorem.