Full Video (09:19)
Copyright 2009
What are values? What are goals? And how are they connected? These questions are easy to ask, but they’re not so simple to answer. This three-section program combines commentary from educators and students with in-class exercise segments to explore the meaning of values and goals and illustrate how they steer and shape a person’s life—in college and beyond.
Full Video (09:57)
Copyright 2009
Lectures and labs are the heart of the college academic experience, and for students eager to make the most of them, active listening and note-taking are powerful learning tools. This two-section program explains how to create a bulletproof listening/note-taking loop that ensures deeper understanding and better recall. Pre-class reading, in-class participation, and post-class review are stressed.
Full Video (09:58)
Copyright 2009
By defining critical thinking and examining how it’s applied to the process of problem-solving, this two-section program will show viewers how to handle whatever challenges come their way. An in-class discussion segment on critical thinking explains how to rationally assess a statement and express disagreement, while a similar segment on problem-solving considers what to do when preparing for what appears to be an overwhelmingly tough exam.
Full Video (09:15)
Copyright 2009
Studying is a process, not a last-minute event. It takes strategy to consistently make the grade—both before a test and during. This two-section program brings together educators and students to discuss things that viewers can do to increase their understanding of course material, enhance their ability to memorize, and improve their performance during exams.
Full Video (11:01)
Copyright 2009
Compared to high school, where the day is structured down to the minute, college is a blank do-it-yourself calendar. Classes, clubs, sports, part-time jobs…assignments, projects, exams…even time to hang out: all must be penciled in! Over the course of this three-section program, viewers will learn to sidestep common time-management errors and plan out their semesters so they can take control of their time and enjoy a healthy work/life balance.
Full Video (22:40)
Copyright 2009
This program takes a close look at the organs of the human circulatory system and how they work to sustain life. After an introductory overview, the composition of blood is analyzed, blood types and Rh factor are considered, the role of hemoglobin in transporting oxygen is explained, and the anatomy and function of the heart is examined. Factors that affect blood pressure and circulation are also discussed, along with the circulatory demands of exercise
Full Video (35:51)
Copyright 1998
This program examines the processes by which the digestive system acts as a power plant for the body by turning food into energy. Topics discussed include the process of energy conversion; the structure and function of the organs of the digestive system; the role of enzymes; and maintaining a healthy digestive system.
Full Video (21:32)
Copyright 2019
This program provides a quick-paced, basic introduction to the components of the respiratory system. This program describes: the organs of the respiratory system; the process of gas exchange; inspiration, expiration and the mechanics of breathing; the sense of smell; the voice box and speech.
Full Video (24:07)
Copyright 2011
Foundational chemistry concepts are explored in four interlinking chapters that are grouped into pairs in this well-organized production. Featuring live-action footage, animated sequences, and a humorous narrative, each chapter builds on the information covered in the previous segment.
Full Video (31:46)
Copyright 2015
This series uses demonstrations and animations to take students on a journey of discovery to explain what we know about atoms—and how we know what we know about atoms. This fourth episode examines the discovery of atoms and the development of the periodic table.
Full Video (27:23)
Copyright 2012
Follow the matter road and you’ll find solids, liquids, and gases, oh my! The structure and phase changes will be presented using cheesy examples (yes cheese), and we’ll find out why unruly gases have their own laws. Topics include: What Is Matter?, Solids and Liquids, Phase Changes and Diagrams, Intro to Gases, and Gas Laws.
Full Video (06:48:00)
Copyright 2016
Using Office 365: Mastering Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher, and OneNote is an easy-to-understand, but comprehensive, 8+ hour video course that introduces viewers to the suite of apps that make up Office 365 and then explains exactly how to use these apps, including all the new features added as part of Office 2016.
Full Video (01:56)
Copyright 2018
Your cover letter should persuade a prospective employer that you'd be a great addition to their team and entice them to read your resume. These simple steps can sharpen your letter and improve your chances of getting an interview.
Full Video (02:24)
Copyright 2018
Finding for a job takes organization, planning, and dedication. Plan your job search with these strategies to help ensure you achieve the results you want.
Full Video (02:12)
Copyright 2018
A cover letter should make your case for what benefits you would bring to a prospective employer. But hiring managers spend only a few seconds reading them. Master the basics of writing a cover letter to improve the odds in your favor during your job search.
Full Video (02:25)
Copyright 2018
Social media offers opportunities for networking and building your career, but there are many pitfalls along the way. LinkedIn is the most popular platform for professionals. Learn how to make good use of it to help achieve your goals.
Full Video (02:24)
Copyright 2018
The function of a resume is not to get you a job but to get you an interview. With so many job-seekers applying for every opening, managers and employers often spend only seconds reviewing a résumé before making a decision about calling an applicant in for an interview. Master the basics with these tips and increase your chance of getting in the door.
Be ready to anticipate the moment. Feel the goals and aspirations of your audience and make the presentation of your life! Divided into three sections--planning, writing and giving a presentation, this training program will help you overcome the "presentation jitters" and deliver what the audience expects--a great speech!
Full Video (01:05:27)
Copyright 2010
This video features top speakers and public speaking coaches who share their superb advice on how to speak confidently in any situation. Topics include choosing your subject, preparation, rehearsal, dealing with nervousness, dress codes, keeping the audience’s interest, timing, delivery style, building rapport, coping with mistakes, PowerPoint, and more.
Full Video (33:57)
Copyright 2012
In this video, learn about listening skills that influence both the delivery and reception of speeches. Critical listening skills allow audiences to understand and analyze speeches, while audience feedback provides speakers with valuable information about the reception of material.
Full Video (11:58)
Copyright 2009
Faced with a mountain of research to conduct, reading to do, and papers to write, students must work both efficiently and shrewdly. This three-section program tells how to identify and cite reliable online and offline sources of information, carve textbook chapters into manageable chunks, and outline and revise papers—all elements that are essential to getting the job done well.
Full Video (26:55)
Copyright 2009
Students will discover ways to calculate speed, area, perimeter, and ratios. It doesn’t stop there, though; we’ll learn how to convert metric and standard measurements and use strategic thinking to estimate. Topics include: Measurement, Standards of Measurement, Perimeter, Area, Solid Figures, Ratios, Ratios and Proportions, and Rates.
Full Video (16:19)
Copyright 2007
Using both customary and metric rulers, Measurement: The Long and the Short of It will guide your students through the process of taking measurements, performing related calculations using whole numbers and fractions, and arriving at answers they can feel confident with. By the time the program is over, students will understand exactly what measurement is—and why it’s relevant to their lives.
Full Video (14:53)
Copyright 2011
You can use metric units to measure anything – from a grain of sand to the whole wide world! This fun program takes us from the beach to the kitchen to explain the metric units used to measure length, mass and capacity.
Full Video (18:44)
Copyright 2014
This video tutorial works through math problems/equations that address topics in Algebra 1. This specific tutorial addresses PEMDAS and order of operations.
Full Video (20:14)
Copyright 1995
This video describes how to calculate with percentages and interpret and use percentage figures that appear in diagrams and charts. Dramatized segments and computer animations include calculating payroll deductions; figuring out the marked-down price of sale items at the mall; analyzing Corvette buying trends and statistics at a plant and a showroom; and deciding which type of bank CD will maximize return on investment.
Full Video (07:13)
Copyright 2013
This program presents the definition of mass and describes how SI Units are used to measure mass. It also describes how to convert measurements within the metric system and with customary units of measure.
Full Video (04:59)
Copyright 2014
This video tutorial works through math problems/equations that address topics in Algebra 2. This specific tutorial addresses Word problems.
Full Video (02:06)
Copyright 2014
This video tutorial works through math problems/equations that address topics in Algebra 1. This specific tutorial addresses Word problems into equations.
Full Video (32:34)
Copyright 2009
By the end of this program, students will be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide the most complex fractions and decimals. Topics include: Parts of a Whole, Converting Fractions and Decimals, Adding and Subtracting Fractions, Equivalent Fractions and Common Denominators, Working with Decimals, and Fractions and Decimals together.
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