So what actually is our personal identity? Everybody has different images of, and ideas about us. Our parents, teachers, and friends all say they know us but really, what makes you, you? or me, me? Often students feel there’s one “them” when they’re at home, another when they’re at school, another when they’re with their friends, and another when they’re by themselves. In this program, six animated scenarios provide audience discussion triggers about factors such as Risk, Gender and Body Image that go towards constructing our personal identity. After each scenario students talk about the particular concepts of personal identity brought up in that episode. Dr Jenny Proimos, an Adolescent Health expert, comments on the themes considered in each scenario.
Grade levels: Adult
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Global Tectonics: Competing Theories
Through dramatization and animated graphics, this program clearly explains current theories regarding the structure of the Earth, and how the continents came to be in their current positions. It explores the history behind the widely accepted theory of Tectonic Plates, involving Continental Drift and Sea Floor Spreading, and then examines the alternative theory of Global Expansion. Featuring a range of geological evidence, expert opinions and even a trip back in time to visit Galileo Galilei at his home in Florence, this program looks at how once hotly-disputed ideas can become accepted as scientific fact.
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Gluten-Free Foods
Have you ever wondered how the bread in your sandwich gets its wonderfully soft, springy texture? It’s not the yeast – although that helps. Nor is it the starch, the fat or the sugar, although they all have a part to play. In fact, it’s a unique protein called gluten. Paul Smith, from FG Roberts Foods, has been developing gluten-free bread flour for almost ten years. With the help of Paul and a few of those people he works closely with, the program examines the following: the characteristics and properties of gluten, the causes and symptoms of coeliac disease, the effect of bread ingredients on gluten and the challenge of producing and marketing gluten-free products.
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The Future of Manufacturing
Business in the new global, knowledge based, technology driven economy has become dominated by speed and flexibility. Companies that can move quickly from idea to marketplace, respond to changing customer demands, and meet increasing competition, will be the success stories of the new millennium.
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Fasteners for Cabinet Making
This program is an excellent introduction to the use of the various fasteners to join timber and manufactured boards in the construction of cabinets and furniture. The features and properties for screws, nails and pins, assembly fittings and biscuit joinery are explained. Trade teachers provide demonstrations and advice on when and how to use a particular fastener. This is an invaluable resource for all beginners in the trade.
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Doing Business in Asia
In the new millennium, the economic impact of the Pacific region will be staggering. This growth presents opportunities for Western companies, but to succeed they must know how to access these markets and understand the cultural differences.
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Every Minute Counts
This program presents professional time management techniques for senior students to help them make more efficient use of study and resources and combat the problems many experience balancing their study and leisure time.
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Beyond Capitalism
Among the forces shaping 21st century economies, capitalism seems to be a big winner. This creates serious problems for society when business, individuals, and the community end up with competing demands. Can these three create a workable partnership that benefits all?
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Drug Use and Misuse
This program explores issues such as: What are drugs and how are they used, misused or abused? What is the definition of drug abuse? What types of substances are used, and which are legal/illegal? What are the effects – positive and negative – on personal health and society? How can we cope with drug problems? How can we get help? What are the safe alternatives to drugs?
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Earthquake Tsunami: Wave of Destruction
This program explores natural forces inside our planet, how and why earthquakes occur, the 2004 tsunami and the international response that followed. Senior seismologist Gary Gibson takes us through some reasons why the earth has such destructive potential, and the natural forces behind the 2004 tsunami. Featuring a range of natural disaster footage, graphics, footage of the tsunami aftermath, and interviews with aid workers involved in the international response.