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- NOVA Web Only Series: The Secret Lives of Scientists
"The Secret Life of Scientists," is a web-only series of videos that introduce the research of individual scientists while providing a glimpse at "secrets" from their personal lives. A new scientist is now being profiled every two weeks. Each new profile includes short video clips that make science and scientists accessible to students, as well as a forum that allows students to ask questions directly of profiled scientists.
- Media Watch on Climate Change
The EcoResearch Media Watch on Climate Change provides a continuous update of media coverage from 150 news media sites on climate change and related issues. The latest addition to Media Watch is "Knowledge Planet," a convergence of geographic information, Internet technology, and social change, using automated content analysis to extract geospatial context and build a geotagged knowledge base.
- Videoclips for Teachers from NASA
This new web resource from NASA features over 220 five- to 10-minute free educational video segments on the subjects of science, math, and engineering and their application in real-world situations Videos highlighting current research and innovations will be added to the site throughout the school year The videos are separated into grade- level categories for grades K-12 and provide valuable enhancements to teachers' lesson plans Educators can download and save the videos, or stream them directly from the website, as well as use the lesson plans and materials that accompany the videos.
- MTV Switch Climate Change Campaign
MTV Switch is a youth-targeted climate change marketing campaign, which includes an ad about businesses that "greenwash"- misleading consumers about how environmentally friendly they are Another ad, by ad agency 180 Amsterdam, features an animated character singing about how to identify "fake greens" The website also features environmental news and video clips of interest to teens and young people.
- MicrobeWorld Radio
The American Society for Microbiology produces this daily, 90-second podcast series designed to increase public understanding and appreciation of microbiology and the life sciences. The podcasts highlight the process of discovery, historical changes in research, and a variety of scientific careers in industry, academia, and government. Recent features addressed efforts to eliminate tuberculosis, the use of HIV drug therapies to treat malaria, and the effectiveness of old-fashioned dish washing. Archived programs are available in a searchable database.
- Exploratorium
The Exploratorium has created interactive hands-on workshops providing an introduction to genetics for all ages. These workshops can be used alone or in conjunction with the DNA Files radio programs.
- The Story of Stuff
This fast-paced 20 minute video is a resource to initiate class discussions on sustainability. It shows the environmental and social impact of material consumption and how we can work together for a sustainable world. The website includes links, resources, discussion questions and the Green Schools Initiative website for information on greening your school.
- William C. Gladish Wildlife Photography
NAAEE member and skilled photographer William C. Gladish offers breathtaking photos from his trips to various Natural reserves and pristine habitats. Gladish takes you along on his adventures when you view these phenomenal photos. Click here to see Gladish's skilled photography.
- The DNA Files III
National Public Radio (NPR) is broadcasting this documentary series exploring the science of genetics. The ethical, social, and legal implications of genetics are also featured in the series. The website contains more information and podcasts in MP3 format.
- Green Campus Developments
Learn about green campus activities at colleges and universities across North America from the Arnold Creek Productions, Inc. Web site. Video and text presentations provided feature recycling programs, buildings and grounds design, curriculum, energy, food, and more.
- Birds of North America Online
From the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, Birds of North America Online is a comprehensive reference for life history information on over 700 different bird species that breed in the U.S. and Canada. This website includes photo galleries, vocalizations, updated text, and video for many species. Subscription required.
- An Inconvenient Truth Fan Site
Maui Media, LLC fan-based Web site of the acclaimed film about the climate crisis, "An Inconvenient Truth." Provides fellow fans with resources on global warming, a personal impact checklist, blog, and more.
- Science Music 24/7 on Internet Radio
Did you know you can listen to science music 24 hours a day/7 days a week? It is available either free, with commercials, or through a subscription,commercial-free. The station is archived by Greg Crowther of the University of Washington. The station is paid for through a grant from the Wayne County Math and Science Center at Wayne RESA To listen, just go to the website, click on "play" and then go through a short login process All of the songs played are archived on the website linked to the station Science Rocks!
- CITIZENShift
Is a National Film Board of Canada web magazine that integrates written, audio and visual media dedicated to citizen engagement and social change. Check out the CITIZENShift website for their new feature on Biodiversity and unique content from active citizens, independent filmmakers and multimedia artists. Voice your opinion, or contribute creatively!
- Conservationists Can't Afford to Look Past Poverty
A live audio chat on poverty and conservation, features Andrés Ferrer who is the director of the Nature Conservancy in the Dominican Republic. Andrés Ferrer argues in this chat that you can't successfully protect biodiversity without giving local people and communities a stake in protecting their lands, waters, and species. He also discusses how he's been leading efforts in his country to bridge the divide between poverty alleviation and environmental protection.
- CraneCam
National Geographic Education Foundation project offering live CraneCam on Nebraska 's Platte River . As part of this project, the website is offering six new weekly educational video lessons.
- Earth and Sky
Is the web site of the internationally syndicated Earth &Sky radio series, with hosts Deborah Byrd and Joel Block. Interviews with scientists, commentary, video picks, photo galleries, and night sky charts.
- Envirovet
Is an organization that brings veterinary medicine to wildlife health issues. It gives veterinarian training and employment in wildlife and marine mammal management, as well as environmental education in field biology, habitat planning and endangered species management. The website offers webumentary video clips featuring interviews with Envirovet students, alumni, and staff offering expertise on a variety of wildlife issues. A broadband connection is recommended when attempting to view the clips.
- Google Earth
Is a virtual globe that brings satellite images and local facts into view with streaming technology and 3D imagery Zoom in on any place on the planet to explore Google Earth is free to use and no registration is required.
- How Earthquakes Happen
BBC- British Broadcasting Company website provides the slideshow "How Earthquakes Happen" with the latest news, eyewitness accounts, and background analysis on the Tsunami disaster in Southeast Asia.
- How Schools Work and How to Work with Schools on a Health Issue
This conference, sponsored by the National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, was the first in a series of seminars on working with schools on sexual violence prevention issues. This session, however, provides an introduction to working with schools and did not address a specific violence issue, but rather the goals of this session were to help participants: Learn how schools work at the district, state, and national levels Learn practical ways to work with educators, administrators, and policy makers Increase your understanding of where policy and decisions are made in the educational system Listen to the original broadcast and/or view the slides at:
- Marine Fisheries Series Activities Guide
An online activity guide geared for middle to high school students. It is a guide created by the Marine Fisheries Series project to help students dive deeper into the topics covered in the documentary series. The guide includes six engaging, peer-reviewed activities, correlated to national science and social studies education standards. These activities work well in classrooms as well as non-traditional educational settings such as nature or science centers, aquariums and zoos.
- Monterey Bay Aquarium Web Site Video Library
Includes over 30 videos about animals, exhibits and conservation research programs at the aquarium. Requires QuickTime or Windows Media Player. Site also offers activities, materials for the classroom materials, and marine science career information
- National Geographic's Crittercam
Find out what wild animals do when we're not around! Crittercams are worn by wildlife and give a rare view of the private lives of animals This animal's-eye view can help solve scientific mysteries and protect the animals that wear them
- National Geographic Society
Great Lakes , FragileSeas: The video overviews the major problems in the Great Lakes, such as exotic species, toxics, nutrient pollution, and also has some great information/facts about the fresh water supply The video also covers working solutions and remediation of these problems In addition, it has neat information about the region, as associated with the economy, and shows fun events that surround the shores. This would be an excellent resource to school teachers to show to their class It covers many Great Lakes issues within an hour, even the Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement. To find a copy of this video, visit
- Pulse of the Planet
Each weekday, Pulse of the Planet provides its listeners with a two-minute sound portrait of Planet Earth, tracking the rhythms of nature, culture and science worldwide and blending interviews and extraordinary natural sound.
- Teens For Planet Earth
A unique program developed by the Wildlife Conservation Society, supports teens (ages 14-17) and teen leaders/educators as they carry out environmental service-learning projects. The Web site provides a resource library, news articles, and a Take Action section.
- Watershed Academy Online Courses
The EPA provides a FREE set of self-paced training modules that represents a basic but broad introduction to watershed management. This program's goal is to provide useful information to local and state/tribal efforts aimed at improving the health of our Nation's waters by protecting and managing their watersheds. These training modules cover the most important watershed management topics, Web modules resemble interactive guest lectures by leaders in watershed management. Unlike an average technical paper, many modules are visually rich and contain 25 to 50 color illustrations and photos. A module typically contains many links for those seeking greater detail, while module-specific glossaries are there for beginners. Self-tests enable trainees to check their retention and see immediate results. The length and complexity of each module varies, but most are at the college freshman level of instruction and require a ½ hour to 2 hours each to complete.
- Watersheds
Connecting Weather to the Environment: Is a primer website containing curriculum that shows how weather events relate to the health of a watershed, and how the public can take simple actions to protect watershed health Watersheds are visually explained by a collection of graphics and animations.
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