Visual Learning (Firm)
1) Atoms
Language
English
Description
This video helps the abstract concept of atoms become understandable. Many of the major scientific breakthroughs contributing to our understanding of atoms are highlighted. Colorful diagrams and animations describe the basic structure of atoms. Atomic number and atomic mass are also discussed. Other terminology includes: nucleus, neutron, proton, electron, energy level, electron cloud, atomic mass unit, and isotope.
Pub. Date
[2012]
Language
Español
Description
It is fascinating to explore the energy relationships between living things. This exciting video investigates the process of living things producing energy, consuming it, and breaking it down. Food chains and food webs visually illustrate these relationships.
Pub. Date
[2008]
Language
English
Description
Bones and muscles, which enable the body to move and carry out its everyday functions, are the focus of this program. Easy-to-understand anatomical animations depict different bones and joints found in the body. The three primary types of muscles – smooth, cardiac, and skeletal – are discussed, with special attention given to their roles within the body. Tips for protecting and muscles and bones are also offered. Additional terminology includes:...
5) Food Chains
Pub. Date
[2012]
Language
English
Description
It is fascinating to explore the energy relationships between living things. This exciting video investigates the process of living things producing energy, consuming it, and breaking it down. Food chains and food webs visually illustrate these relationships.
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
This program explores the fascinating features of vibrations and waves. Vivid examples of these phenomena help students understand how sounds are formed, how light travels, and how ocean waves move. Special attention is also given to some of the different types of waves such as microwaves, radio waves, and seismic waves. Concepts and terminology: vibration, energy, wave, light, and sound.
Pub. Date
[2006]
Language
English
Description
This fascinating program takes students on a journey through time as the history of life on Earth is explored. From the dawn of life to the existence of advanced vertebrate animals, each of the major periods of life are investigated. Other terminology includes: speciation, climate change, plate tectonics, evolution, adaptive radiation, and extinction.
Pub. Date
[2007]
Language
English
Description
This video introduces students to the fundamentals of nutrition. The program begins by reviewing the digestive process in the body through colorful animations. Each of the six major essential nutrients is highlighted including: carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water. Everyday common food examples of each nutrient are highlighted. The importance of each nutrient to body wellness is stressed. Other terminology includes: digestion,...
Pub. Date
[2008]
Language
Español
Description
This program begins by exploring electric current and the role it plays in electrical circuits. The various parts of an electrical circuit are described. Parallel circuits and series circuits are compared. The program concludes by demonstrating some fundamental concepts of electrical safety. Other important terminology includes: resistance, switch, fuse, circuit breaker, short circuit, ground prong, and electric potential difference.
11) Forests
Pub. Date
[2002]
Language
English
Description
This video describes forests throughout the world, including the northern coniferous forest, temperate deciduous forest, subtropical forest, and the tropical forest. The dominant trees, herbaceous plants and interesting animals that make up these forests are investigated. Other terminology includes: conifer, taiga, spruce, fir, deciduous tree, maple, beech, oak, hickory, canopy, understory, herbaceous, sloth, Everglades, epiphytes, ferns, vines, palmetto,...
Pub. Date
[2008]
Language
Español
Description
There are millions of different types of animals on Earth, ranging from simple animals, such as sponges and worms, to more complex animals. This program explores complex animals, specifically the major vertebrate groups: fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. Crisp, exciting video footage portrays the major characteristics of each vertebrate group. Specific examples of vertebrates are shown to illustrate the different characteristics of...
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
Español
Description
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 and terminology: characteristics, traits, and inheritance.
14) Microscopic Life
Pub. Date
[2008]
Language
English
Description
Just about everything we eat, touch, and see contains organisms too small to be seen with the naked eye. This video explores the fascinating world of microscopic life. It begins by discussing viruses and explaining how these cause disease. Bacterial cells are described, highlighting the important roles they play on Earth. The video pays special attention to protists, comparing the structure and function of plant-like, animal-life, and fungus-like...
Pub. Date
[2009]
Language
English
Description
Engaging footage illustrates the types, characteristics, and uses of solutions, paying special attention to solutions we use every day. Additional concepts and terminology: solution, suspension, solute, solvent, water, concentration, solubility, saturated and unsaturated solutions, pH, acids, and bases.
16) Fall
Pub. Date
[2011]
Language
English
Description
Crisp, colorful video footage illustrates the beautiful and fascinating features of the fall season. This video also takes a brief look into what causes the fall season. Concepts and terminology: autumn, foliage, seed dispersal, migration, hibernation, and harvest.
Pub. Date
[2003]
Language
English
Description
This program describes the major topographical features of Earth including mountains, plains, and plateaus. Footage from throughout North America takes students to the Rocky Mountains, the plains of Iowa, and the Colorado Plateau to illustrate these major features. The characteristics of Earth's interior are also explored. Other terminology includes: topography, landscape, elevation, sea level, relief, mountain range, plateau, crust, lithosphere,...
Pub. Date
[2006]
Language
English
Description
Lab equipment is expensive, and if not used properly it can be dangerous. This video focuses on the safe and effective use of common laboratory equipment. Special emphasis is placed on the prevention of damage to lab equipment, and the prevention of bodily harm. The use of various types of safety equipment found in most school laboratories is stressed. Other terminology includes: glassware, heating materials, chemicals, sharp instruments, safety goggles,...
19) What is Science?
Pub. Date
[2011]
Language
English
Description
This instructive video describes what makes science different from other disciplines, while highlighting many exciting science career opportunities. Concepts and terminology: observing, solving problems, health, career, education, and sharing information.