What does it take to hit the ball? What are the biomechanics of hitting the ball better? What do sports like tennis and cricket have in common? Covered in this video are sports ranging from Baseball, Golf, Cricket, Softball, Tennis, Squash and Table Tennis. Explained in this video are the biomechanical ingredients for hitting the ball. Topics include stance and footwork; eye-hand coordination; form and weight transfer; strength and power generation; timing and anticipation; flight of the ball, bounce and spin; spinning the ball; backhands; physics of the ‘sweet spot’. Featuring some of the top junior athletes in sports such as tennis, cricket and squash.
Producers: Classroom Video
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Holding Electrons
The attraction of each electron in an atom is unique. This is due to the charge on the nucleus, the distance and repulsion by other electrons.
IONIZATION ENERGY. The work required to remove an electron for an atom. No two electrons in an atom have the same value. This increases at certain stages leading to the energy shell model of the atom. ELECTRO NEGATIVITY. This is the number describing a particle’s ability to retain an electron in a chemical reaction. It describes and predicts the degree of polarity of a chemical bond. ACTIVITY SERIES. The ability of atoms to hold onto their electrons is also expressed in the activity series of the elements. The concepts of electron transfer and voltage production in cells are explored at their simplest levels. -
How a Plant Works
We look at a range of plants from the small to the large, the primitive to the modern and explore the following plant processes: energy, breathing, the root system, reproduction.
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The Human Body
This entertaining video demonstrates how the component parts of our bodies work together like an incredible machine. It explains the structure and function of various body systems and presents simple experiments and activities demonstrated by students. The video covers the topics : The human body, skeleton, muscles, nervous system, brain, blood circulatory system, heart, digestive system, waste disposal, and respiratory system.
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Hamlet – Stage Scenes
This program shows 2 different versions of key scenes from Hamlet being performed by Damien Ryan and Bernadette Millar as directed by respected theatre director, Shakespeare Scholar David Ritchie. This program complements Shakespeare: Breathing Life into Text, but is also useful as a stand alone program for students of Drama. The key scenes performed are Act III Scene i and Act III Scene iv, or more commonly referred to as the “Get thee to a nunnery scene” and the “Gertrude’s closet scene”. In both scenes, David Ritchie presents, a standard version, but also an adventurous interpretation of the text. An excellent program for students of Drama as well as students of Shakespeare texts.
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Hamlet – Film and Stage Scenes
This Performance Tape shows 2 different directors in 2 different medias, working with 2 key scenes each of Shakespeare’s Hamlet. The scenes are played out in full. The key scenes performed are Act III Scene i and Act III Scene iv, or more commonly referred to as the “Get thee to a nunnery scene” and the “Gertrude’s closet scene”. In both versions, the same actors are used by 2 different directors working with the same text, but with different ends. The video demonstrates clearly the different disciplines of Theatre directing and Film directing. This video makes for a unique and compelling viewing, not just for students of Drama and Shakespeare but also for students of Media production.
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Handheld Power Tools – Part One
These videos (Parts 1 & 2) illustrate and explain various handheld power tools one would find in a typical school workshop. Their segmented style allows for the full explanation of one tool before moving on to another. This also allows the shop teacher to use only a segment at a time, if desired, to illustrate one specific tool. The power tools shown in Part One include circular saws, jigsaws, and reciprocating saws. As well, proper safety procedures are followed during the operation of each tool. Care is taken to include different applications, such as the use of jigs and the benefits of various blades. An excellent introductory video for any school workshop.
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Gene Tech Tapes – Pt 5
Featuring leading international ethicists and scientists, this compilation of interviews canvases key ethical issues in the controversial world of new agricultural genetic technologies. Topics include the question of regulation; genetic foods are needed to help feed the world; should we label genetically modified foods; risks to health and environment.
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Handheld Power Tools – Part Two
Part Two focuses on power drills, screwdrivers, hammer drills, routers, and sanders. Special sections on safety, with emphasis on the appropriate use of power extension cords and harmful noise levels are included. Proper safety procedures are followed during the operation of each tool and the use of jigs, various cutting bits and grades of abrasives are covered.
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Exploring Genres
An imaginative and entertaining resource to help students understand genre and the different components of genre. When Scoop, an out-dated whodunit character from the 1940s loses his genre, he journeys through several different genres including a fairy tale, science-fiction, gothic, adventure, rap, and romance. This video explores: why do writers choose different genres; what are the components of each genre; setting; characters; style; and story-line.