Crash Course
The Anthropocene and the Near Future: Crash Course Big History #9
The Anthropocene covers the last century in an unofficial geological era. An informative video considers both the pros and cons of progress. It discusses the environmental impact, changes in lifestyle, political changes, wars, and...
Teacher's Pet
Population Dynamics
Some scientists believe the earth is already over its carrying capacity for humans. The video explains what a carrying capacity is and the limiting factors to consider. It also teaches how to calculate growth rate, interpreting growth...
PBS
Nova: World in the Balance: Human Population and Global Trends
A companion site to Nova's film that examines "human populations and environments." Find some fascinating facts in the interactive slide shows "Human Numbers Through Time," and "Global Trends Quiz."
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Key Challenges Pt. 1: A Growing Nation
On today's podcast, we discuss how the United States is projected to change by 2050. This episode originally aired in December 2011.