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Educational film series

Physics: A World Iin Motion

Historical discovery, on-location investigation and laboratory experiments are used to present the phenomenal world of physics in a real-life context that students can relate to and easily understand. The development of pertinent physical concepts move from concrete examples to theoretical explorations requiring abstract models. Students are encouraged to apply a variety of strategies to problems and issues requiring qualitative and/or quantitative solutions. A comprehensive resource correlation guide is included free with the complete series.

Titles in this series

60 films

1996 · 30m

EMR Fundamentals

Focuses on the historic development (Oersted, Ampere, Faraday, Maxwell) of electromagnetic theory. Mini-labs demonstrate the wave-like behaviour of…

1996 · 30m

Energy Conservation

Analyses the transformation of gravitational potential energy to kinetic energy using algebraic and graphical means. The motion of…

1996 · 30m

Energy Transformation

The work-energy theorem is used to solve problems involving change of gravitational potential energy to mechanical kinetic energy…

1996 · 30m

Fields Around Point Charges

The concept of field and field strength around point charges is developed from the parallel ideas in gravitation.…

1996 · 30m

Fission and Fusion

The final program of the series looks to the future. In the context of speculating how electricity will…

1996 · 30m

From Cathode Rays to X-Rays

Traces historical events that led up to the discovery of cathode rays and X-rays. Explains that science often…

1996 · 30m

Generator Effect

Investigates induction and provides explanations of the effect based on magnetic field-current interactions. Discussions with musicians and audio-recording…

1996 · 30m

Generators

Rotates a loop of wire in a magnetic field, returns to basic principles to explain the observations, and…

1996 · 30m

Kirchhoff’s Rules

Explores the development of electrical systems in automobiles, from turn of the century cars to hybrid electric vehicles.…

1996 · 30m

Lenz’s Law

Investigates the self-regulating nature of electric-motor speeds and uses Lenz's law as a method of explaining the event.…

1996 · 30m

Magnetism

Examines the use of a compass needle in navigation and links its behaviour to the Earth's magnetic field.…

1996 · 30m

Momentum and Impulse

Information is gathered from a vehicle-safety expert and a self-defence instructor and used in an exploration of the…

1996 · 30m

Momentum: Vector Addition

Explores the conservation of momentum in two dimensions on location at a curling rink and in the laboratory…

1996 · 30m

Motor Effect

Viewers apply motor-effect principles to the design of electric DC motors. A quantitative investigation is performed to determine…

1996 · 30m

Networks

Develops a five-step procedure for analysing network circuits and uses it to analyse a model circuit built by…

1996 · 30m

Ohm’s Law and Energy

Investigates the nature of resistance and safety when dealing with electric circuits. Focuses on the dangers posed by…

1996 · 30m

Radioactive Decay

Radioactive decay is introduced using radioactive dating of artifacts and fossils as examples. Explains how to describe decay…

1996 · 30m

Radioactivity

Radioactivity is introduced. Explores the properties of alpha, beta and gamma radiation and conducts a risk-benefit assessment, in…

1996 · 30m

Risk Benefit Analysis

Explores benefits and risks in personal safety equipment, and develops a generic Risk-Benefit Assessment model. The model is…