Professor Dave Explains
Mendelian Genetics and Punnett Squares
For all of human history, we've been aware of heredity. Children look like their parents. But why? When Gregor Mendel pioneered the field of genetics, he began to try to answer that question, and now that we know about chromosomes, all...
Visual Learning Systems
Genetics in Our Lives: Chromosome Theory
This exciting program takes a glimpse at some of the amazing advances in modern genetics. Starting with the discovery of DNA, students will be exposed to advances such as the creation of recombinant DNA, vaccines, the human genome...
Professor Dave Explains
Astrology: Fact or Fiction?
A significant percentage of the population believes in astrology. This is the notion that the positions of the stars and planets in the sky at the moment of your birth have an influence on your characteristics, and that their positions...
Science360
Virus Evolution
Researchers at Michigan State University (MSU) have demonstrated how a new virus evolves, shedding light on how easy it can be for diseases to gain dangerous mutations. The findings appear in the current issue of the journal Science. The...
PBS
The Origin of Gender
Why do we think there are only two genders? Because there are cultures that believe there are many more than two genders. And what's the difference between sex and gender?
Mazz Media
What is Adaptation?
This live-action video program is about the word Adaptation. The program is designed to reinforce and support a student's comprehension and retention of the word Adaptation through use of video footage, photographs, diagrams and...
Professor Dave Explains
Charles Darwin's Idea: Descent With Modification
Now that we've learned about molecules and cells and the simplest forms of life, we are ready to understand how all of life on earth evolved from a single common ancestor. Given our newfound knowledge about the chromosomal theory of...
Curated Video
What are Social Roles?
A general introduction to the concept of Social Roles and the major types.
Wonderscape
Science Kids: All About Genetics
This video is a lesson on genetics, specifically focusing on the inheritance of traits from parents to offspring. The teacher explains the concept of genetics and introduces Gregor Mendel, the father of genetics. The video also discusses...
Visual Learning Systems
Traits and Heredity: Inherited Traits
Upon viewing the Traits and Heredity video series, students will be able to do the following: Define traits as the distinguishing characteristics of an organism. Describe heredity as the process of passing on traits from parents to...
Visual Learning Systems
Investigating Heredity: Inherited Traits
This fascinating program helps students understand the basics of heredity. Acquired traits and inherited traits are defined and contrasted. Special emphasis is placed on some easy to understand human traits that are inherited. Concepts...
Visual Learning Systems
Traits and Heredity: Acquired and Inherited Traits
Upon viewing the Traits and Heredity video series, students will be able to do the following: Define traits as the distinguishing characteristics of an organism. Describe heredity as the process of passing on traits from parents to...
Curated Video
Grit: Traits that Matter for School, Work, and Life
This video explains the concept of grit, a combination of character traits such as self-control, passion, and perseverance, and how it is more important for success in life than good grades at school or outstanding intelligence. It also...
Zach Star
What New College Grads Need to Know About Starting Their Career
This video will cover a summary of the book 'So Good they Can't Ignore You'. When it comes to finding a career we are often told to follow our passion. Now this isn't completely wrong, but there is more we should look into. Many entry...
Bloomberg
73% of Fashion Industry Is Value-Destroying: McKinsey
Dec.02 -- Anita Balchandani, partner at McKinsey & Co. Inc., discusses the global fashion industry, the trend she’s seeing and her outlook for the industry. She speaks on “Bloomberg Markets: European Open.”
Curated Video
Reaction as Chinese researcher claims he helped make genetically edited babies
Scientists and bioethics experts reacted with shock, anger and alarm on Monday, to a Chinese researcher's claim that he helped make the world's first genetically edited babies.
Curated Video
Reaction as Chinese researcher claims he helped make genetically edited babies
Scientists and bioethics experts reacted with shock, anger and alarm on Monday, to a Chinese researcher's claim that he helped make the world's first genetically edited babies.
AFP News Agency
CLEAN : Calls mount against Tunisia jail for joint law
Tunisia is facing mounting calls from rights groups all the way up to the head of state to reform a law that jails youths for a year for smoking a joint
AFP News Agency
CLEAN : Shanghai Peoples government conference
CLEAN : Shanghai Peoples government conference
Be Smart
Why Do We Cry Sad Tears?
Although some may be crocodile tears, crying is a distinct honor humans hold. Scholars learn the biological reason behind the emotional crying in a video lesson. The lesson instructor explores the anatomical and psychological connections...
Be Smart
Is Height All in Our Genes?
Humans on average are shorter than they were centuries ago. Young scholars analyze the factors that affect the height of individuals including historical trends in a video lesson. The presentation analyzes both genetic and...
Howard Hughes Medical Institute
Malaria: Mosquito Host
Mosquitos can be more than just annoying, they may be deadly. A video presentation explains how mosquitos transmit the malaria virus to humans. The lesson highlights how the disease manifests itself in the mosquito before it bites a...
Amoeba Sisters
DNA, Chromosomes, Genes, and Traits: An Intro to Heredity
Chromosomes, genes, traits ... how are they all related? A short video introduces the many factors involved in heredity. Junior geneticists explore the transfer of chromosomes from parents to offspring, the proteins created by base pair...