The 20th Century saw enormous change for women in the home, at work and in our collective social ideals. Even with legislation to ensure equal pay for equal work, sexual discrimination outlawed and women at elite levels of politics, sadly today we are still asking, “Are women equal to men?” Why is this? Today there is almost an expectation that women will work, as well as take care of the cooking, cleaning and family duties. The intention was for women to be able to do anything, not have to do everything. What has brought about these changes, and are they changes for the better?
Grade levels: Senior High (10-12)
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The Sacraments
This informative program defines what a sacrament is, examines what the seven sacraments are, and explores what they mean for Christians today. It focuses on each sacrament individually and explains how they affect the life of a Christian. This topic is discussed by a range of specialists, academics and Christians who describe what the sacraments are and how they are followed, giving detail behind the meaning and symbolism of each one. The last chapter focuses on anointing the sick and provides views on life after death that you may wish to prepare younger students for before showing.
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Theatre in the Modern World
Not long after the start of the 20th Century, playwrights, influenced by the horrors of war, began to experiment with theatre in a way which depicted many of the long held historical, social and cultural beliefs and practices as meaningless and chaotic. Incorporating interviews with influential directors Bijan Sheibani, Steven Berkoff and other key figures, this film traces the evolution of modern theatre from its Existentialist roots through Absurdism to Realism via the works of Ionesco, Beckett, Pinter and even the writers of Coronation Street.
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Theatre Practitioners: Steven Berkoff
Featuring an exclusive interview with the man himself, this film investigates Berkoff’s inspiration for his continuing, innovative work on stage and in film. The resource looks in detail at his earliest influences, his exploration of voice and physicality and the social and cultural contexts defining his creative development and evolution as one of the modern world’s most controversial theatre practitioners.
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Unplanned Pregnancy
An unplanned pregnancy can be a major crisis for a woman of any age. For a young person it is an especially confronting event. Even though many pregnancies are planned, in other cases the pregnancy is unplanned. If the proper support and knowledge is not available, the choices can seem entirely overwhelming. This practical and informative program takes rational approach to this very sensitive topic and discusses the implications of an unplanned pregnancy. Viewers will come to understand the options for both the mother and father, and also receive suggestions on where to get further help and advice.
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Chemistry Super 8 Pack
The award-winning Standard Deviants tackle the massive world of Chemistry. The positively charged cast of young actors will explain a massive amount about the materials that make up our universe and what happens when they react. No matter is left untouched as animated characters and on-screen graphics help visualize the bonding at an atomic and massive level.
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Module 3: States of Matter
Follow the matter road and you’ll find solids, liquids and gases, oh MY! The structure and phase changes will be presented using cheesy examples, (yes cheese) and we’ll find out why unruly gases have their own laws. Topics include: What Is Matter?, Solids and Liquids, Phase Changes and Diagrams, Intro to Gases, and Gas Laws.
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Module 4: Solutions
This program stirs things up by showing how combining chemical substances turns substances into mixtures! You’ll have all the answers, or solutions, on how combinations can be dry, wet, chunky, hearty, smooth, creamy, strong and even invisible. So don’t lose your concentrations when these solutions are being presented. Topics include: Solutions and Solubility, Expressing Concentration, Raoult’s Law and Colligative, Properties, and Non-Ideal Behavior.
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Module 5: Acids and Bases
You don’t have to go far to find acids and base; they can be found in your kitchen, your garden and even in your lunch. This program goes a bit deeper to define what makes acids and bases do their thing, and what happens when they combine and react to each other. Topics include: Chemical Reaction Basics, Definitions of Acids and Bases, Properties of Acids and Bases, Acid-Base Reactions, and Other Mixtures.
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Module 6: Chemical Reactions & Equilibrium
Chemical Reactions happen all over, from the far away sun to the cup of water sitting next to you. These reactions are a rearrangement of same old atoms we know and love with some chemical magic. This program reveals the magic and terms involved in writing and understanding chemical equations. Topics include: Chemical Reactions, Precipitation Reactions, Oxidation-Reduction Reactions, Kinetics, Equilibrium, and Nuclear Reactions.