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Discovering DNA VIDEO
This program examines the makeup of the DNA molecule, where it is found in both
eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells, as well as viruses and viroids. It looks at the rile of
messenger, transfer and ribosomal RNA using DNA codes to manufacture proteins, and the
various amino acids involved. It also covers the relatively recent development of DNA
manipulation, including the use of restrictions enzymes, DNA recombination and sequences,
and the scientific, medical and commercial application of various techniques.Ethical Issues in Biology
VIDEO
Advances in science and technology are racing ahead of our existing legal and
ethical frameworks. Doctors, scientists, and ordinary citizens have to make critical
decisions every day that force them to balance two or more conflicting ethical priorities.
What information, values, and ethical principles do we bring to bear on these questions?
How do we arrive at good decisions when they affect birth, death, medical treatment, our
environment, and the future of scientific research?
Exploring
the Animal Kingdom VIDEO
Using exotic video footage from around the globe, this eye-catching video
involves students in an exploration of how all animals are different. The program
incorporates two likeable young hosts who help viewers investigate many of the
characteristics that separate animals into different groups, such as vertebrates and
invertebrates. Many types of animals are examined: sponges, worms, mollusks, insects,
fish, birds, mammals, reptiles and more. The narrators use familiar examples to help
students appreciate the reasons why scientists classify animals into different categories.
The video concludes with an Animal Kingdom Challenge game in which viewers are asked to
identify several mystery animals based on their distinctive characteristics. Exploring the
Animal Kingdom helps viewers to understand their unique place among living things. The
accompanying Teacher’s Resource Book provides follow-up activities to further
students’ understanding and appreciation of the animal kingdom.
Humans: Who Are We?
VIDEO
See the amazing story of why we're the only species to invest in brains to
survive. Unlike animals, we find our source of strength in our minds, not our bodies.
Brain size and other dramatic changes brought into existence the Homo sapiens and such
"modern" innovations as language, culture, and technology.
Introduction
to Plants Grades: 7 - College VIDEO
Following new curriculum standards for high school courses in Biology and Life
Sciences, this video program introduces high school students to the basic biology of
plants. Topics covered include: cellular respiration and photosynthesis, including
detailed equations for both; the roles of water, sunlight, carbon dioxide and oxygen; the
process of taking and using nutrients from the environment; asexual and sexual
reproduction; growth and repair of damaged plants; and response to stimuli (light, water
and gravity); carbon fixation (light independent reactions) and photolysis (light
dependent reactions.)
Using live-action photography, animation, video graphics and illustrations, the program
takes viewers on a step-by-step introduction to plants by first establishing that plants
are indeed “living organisms,” then carefully examining the remarkable biology
that allows plants to live and flourish among other living organism.
Introduction to
Plants Grades: 5 - 9 VIDEO
Following new curriculum standards for middle school courses in Biology and Life
Sciences, this video program introduces middle school students to the basic biology of
plants. Topics covered include: cellular respiration and photosynthesis, including
detailed equations for both; the roles of water, sunlight, carbon dioxide and oxygen; the
process of taking and using nutrients from the environment; asexual and sexual
reproduction; growth and repair of damaged plants; and response to stimuli (light, water
and gravity); carbon fixation (light independent reactions) and photolysis (light
dependent reactions.)
Using live-action photography, animation, video graphics and illustrations, the program
takes viewers on a step-by-step introduction to plants by first establishing that plants
are indeed “living organisms,” then carefully examining the remarkable biology
that allows plants to live and flourish among other living organism.
Plants, Light
and Water Grades: 5 - 9 VIDEO
Following new curriculum standards for Middle School Life Science studies,
this video program takes an in-depth look at how plants depend on light and water to
survive. Plants are the starting point in the food chain. All other life forms depend
directly or indirectly on plants. And, all plant life depends on photosynthesis.
Plants,
Light and Water Grades: 7 - College VIDEO
Following new curriculum standards for High School Life Science studies, this
video program takes an in-depth look at how plants depend on light and water to survive.
Plants are the starting point in the food chain. All other life forms depend directly or
indirectly on plants. And, all plant life depends on photosynthesis.
Scientific
Inquiry: Steps, Skills & Action VIDEO
How do you ask the "right" question in a scientific investigation?
How do you use prediction to test a potential explanation? This program helps students to
appreciate the steps and skills involved in scientific inquiry—-from initial
observation, through refining a question to make it testable through building an
explanation based on evidence. Scientific inquiry is the most fundamental of all knowledge
in biology. The engaging imagery and interesting but accessible scientific examples in
this video help students understand scientific inquiry in a way that lets them put it into
practical use. Teacher’s Resource Book includes activities designed to enhance the
video’s points and further students’ exploration of the topic. |
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