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Universal Class provides 500+ lifelong learning courses in over 30 subject areas, many of which offer continuing education units, designed and led by professional instructors to build deeper understanding and mastery of subject matter. Courses include videos, assignments, quizzes, tests, and options for interaction with other learners. Take multiple classes, video-audit a course, learn at your own pace.
Publisher
Distributed by PBS Distribution
Pub. Date
c2015.
Language
English
Description
Bram Stoker penned his gothic horror Dracula and popularized the vampire myth, but evidence now suggests those myths originating in England, not Eastern Europe. Oxford professor John Blair follows clues that offer insight into the formation of the myths. The cases hint at a belief that the dead could rise and bring fear to the living, that predates Eastern European lore and forcing a reexamination of the modern vampire legend.
Publisher
Distributed by PBS Distribution
Pub. Date
c2016.
Language
English
Description
Four and a half billion years ago, how did life emerge on Earth? Robert Hazen advances a startling idea, that the rocks on Earth were not only essential to jump-starting life, but then, life helped give birth to hundreds of minerals we rely upon today.
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
A celebration of the Hubble Space Telescope's 25 years orbiting the planet. The story of one of the most remarkable advances in modern technology, as told by the people who designed, built, launched, operated and repaired the legendary observatory.
Publisher
Distributed by PBS Distribution
Pub. Date
c2015.
Language
English
Description
A team of archaeologists excavating the site of an early American colony discovers something surprising: the remains of a young woman, dating back to 1609, buried in the trash layer of a cellar. Now, 400 years later, a cellar excavation has uncovered numerous bone fragments, all belonging to this adolescent female. With the help of forensic anthropologists, the extraordinary and frightening story of this young woman comes to life.
Publisher
Distributed by PBS Distribution
Pub. Date
c2014.
Language
English
Description
As the Ebola epidemic threatens to spiral out of control, NOVA reports from the hot zone, where courageous medical teams struggle to cope with a flood of victims, to labs where scientists are racing to test vaccines and find a cure. Surviving Ebola includes chilling firsthand interviews of what it's like to catch and survive this terrible affliction.
Publisher
Athena
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
Best-known for his portrayal of the cantankerous title character in the global phenomenon Doc Martin, fan favorite Martin Clunes shows a softer side in these five documentaries about animals. Filmed all over the globe, these programs are a fascinating peek at some of the world₂s most beloved (and some of the most endangered) creatures.
Publisher
Distributed by Disney Educational Productions
Pub. Date
c2009
Language
English
Description
"Newton's Three Laws of Motion are at work in virtually every Disney theme park ride and attraction. The Walt Disney Imagineers demonstrate how they use Newton's Three Laws to create some of the most exciting ride experiences possible. From the thrilling rockets of California Adventure's Golden Zephyr to the wild twists of California Screamin', students will learn to define acceleration, friction and motion. Best of all, they'll be able to see first-hand...
Publisher
Wonderscape Entertainment, LLC
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
Get ready for exciting up-to-the-minute, high-definition video of the latest discoveries in the world of science. Whether it be the latest advances in technology or medical research, this video brings it to children courtesy of the National Science Foundation. Young viewers will be inspired, empowered and challenged.
Series
Eyewitness volume episode 31
Publisher
McNabb Connolly (Canadian distributor)
Pub. Date
[2010]
Language
English
Description
Explores the dangerous and destructive forces of nature, from hurricanes to volcanoes, tornadoes to avalanches and earthquakes. Rare footage reveals the Earth at its most violent.
Publisher
Distributed by PBS Distribution
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
Across the planet, animals are joining forces to hunt, stay alive, build homes, keep warm, solve complex problems, or complete amazing feats. Partnerships were once thought rare in the animal kingdom, and it's not just animals of the same species teaming up; often completely unrelated species become unlikely collaborators. By teaming up, animals can achieve incredible things, proving that animals are better when they're together.
14) 100° below zero
Publisher
4 Digital Media Limited
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
The clock is ticking for an scientist to save his family, the community, and the world from a flash freezing storm that is gaining strength and will soon cover the entire planet.
15) Electricity
Publisher
Distributed by Disney Educational Productions
Pub. Date
[2010]
Language
English
Description
What powers some of the brightest attractions at Disney's theme parks? Electricity! From lighting the half million bulbs in Magic Kingdom's Spectromagic parade to transmitting electricity through water for the Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage, Disney Imagineers show students how electricity brings some of their favorite rides to life.
Publisher
History
Pub. Date
[2012]
Language
English
Description
Travel back through history, over 27,000 years into the past, when Arctic glaciers reached as far south as London and people faced a daily struggle not just to survive as individuals, families or groups, but to avoid the ultimate extinction of the species. A key moment in the course of history saw the two branches of humankind, the Neanderthals and the Cro-Magnons, face off against the backdrop of perilous cold, harsh conditions, and massive predators....
20) Too cool!
Series
Publisher
Dreamscape Media, LLC
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
What's cooler than science and learning? Find out more about how important science is in the world as well as how fun and interesting science experiments can be!
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