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The dangers of modern medicine
We ring fence NHS spending and western countries spend ever more on medicine. But a third of all deaths are due to medical intervention and some argue poverty not pathogens makes the biggest difference. Is it a fantasy to believe that...
Cerebellum
The Industrial Revolution - Revolution Reaches America
It started in England and reached its peak in America. The Industrial Revolution is a period of history that began in the early 18th century and has carried through our modern times. This video talks about how the Industrial Revolution...
Cerebellum
Emergence Of Modern America: The Progressive Era - Technology In The Progressive Era
Just the Facts: The Emergence of Modern America: The Progressive Era uses fascinating historical footage to explore six decades that shaped modern America. The series examines the Gilded Age in the late 19th century, the Progressive Era...
US Department of Agriculture
Conserving Water and Energy
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is helping farmers in drought affected California conserve water and energy.
Cerebellum
Emergence Of Modern America: The Gilded Age - The Victorians
Just the Facts: The Emergence of Modern America: The Gilded Age uses fascinating historical footage to explore six decades that shaped modern America. The series examines the Gilded Age in the late 19th century, the Progressive Era of...
Curated Video
Civilization
This live-action video program defines civilization as_a complex society with five characteristics: advanced cities, specialized workers, complex institutions, record keeping and advanced technology. Students will learn about the...
Sustainable Business Consulting
Career Planning - Questions to Ask Yourself
Lays out the crucial questions you need to ask yourself before pursuing a career path
Weatherthings
Weather Things: Weather
The atmosphere is dynamic and forever changing to maintain balance. The ingredients of air, sunlight and water allow life to exist on Earth, but they also generate calm scenes like rainbows, as a tornado ends. All storms move moisture,...
US Department of Agriculture
Measuring Snow for Spring Water Supplies
USDA has special snow measuring stations at high elevations to help gauge the amount of Spring water supplies, which is critical for areas experiencing drought.
US Department of Agriculture
USDA Researchers Working To Conserve Fungicide Use
A USDA researcher is working to help farmers with timely and proper fungicide application.
US Department of Agriculture
USDA Assists Socially Disadvantaged Farmers
The USDA's Strike Force Initiative is looking to help farmers and ranchers who may have been under served with financial and technical assistance in the past.
US Department of Agriculture
Filtering Water Before It Heads Downstream
A new USDA initiative is helping improve water quality from farm to city.
US Department of Agriculture
A Flash of Food Safety Handwashing: How to Wash Your Hands
Food handlers can spread germs from their hands to food. When someone eats the contaminated food they may become sick with a foodborne illness. Proper handwashing is one of the most important things a food handler can do to keep the...
US Department of Agriculture
A Flash of Food Safety Calibrating a Thermometer: Ice Water Method
When food is prepared or held at improper temperatures, harmful bacteria can grow inside of the food making it unsafe to eat. Using an accurate food thermometer to monitor food temperatures can help ensure the safety of your food. It...
US Department of Agriculture
A Flash of Food Safety Handwashing: Why to Wash Your Hands
Food handlers can spread germs from their hands to food. When someone eats the contaminated food they may become sick with a foodborne illness. Proper handwashing is one of the most important things a food handler can do to keep the...
C-SPAN
On This Day: Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire
How did the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire change modern working conditions? The engaging resource explains conditions that contributed to the tragic fire, the workers affected by it, and how it changed labor laws and working...
Crash Course
Bodies and Dollars: Crash Course History of Science #41
Advances in medical and pharmaceutical treatments have an interesting history. A video discusses these advances from a personal perspective. The narrator explains how changes in medical technology affect humans and the world around them.
Crash Course
Ford, Cars, and a New Revolution: Crash Course History of Science #28
The Industrial Revolution led to technological inventions we still use today. A video presentation explains the important inventions of the Industrial Revolution. Instruction includes a thorough discussion of the advancement of the...
Fuse School
Types of Chemical Industries
Four percent of the world's CO2 emissions come from the chemical industry. The video discusses the environmental impact of industry. From using non-renewable resources, requiring high levels of energy, to polluting the ground, water, and...
Curated OER
Delta Boeing 777-200LR Assembly
This musical montage-style video shows how a Delta Boeing 777 airplane is manufactured. It takes a combination of machines, engineering, and assembly-line production to put together this impressive flying machine. Ask your class what...
Curated OER
Car Assembly Line
Visit a Mercedes assembly line as cars are put together with precision. Unlike other car production lines, this assembly is driven by technicians' hands, precision, and detail. This video can be used to show the reasons why some...
Curated OER
How It's Made - Plastic Bags
Plastic bags are so useful and you can find out how they're made by watching this clip. We see inside the factory where plastic bags are made, learn what they are made of, and all the ways they can be used. Wow, 35,000 bags for every one...
Into the Outdoors
Into the Outdoors: Technology of Soy
A video investigating the history of the soybean industry. Explore how Henry Ford developed industrial products to grow the soybean industry in the United States. Also included on the site is a lesson plan for teachers to use to view the...
Other
Career One Stop: Industry Videos
Short informational videos about eight different areas of industry including automotive, computer and data processing, electronic equipment manufacturing, health services, hospitality, insurance, motor vehicle and equipment...