New DVDs Available: Art, Science, and Medicine

Here are the latest DVDs in the areas of Art, Science, and Medicine that have been added to the Library's collection. Faculty may check out DVDs for classroom use and students may view them while in the library. Bring your SWC photo ID card and the DVD call number to the Circulation Desk.

Art: New DVDs

N6915 G7217 2005 dvd (6 DVDs, 3 guides)
The Italian Renaissance
"Professor Kenneth Bartlett helps you appreciate the Italian Renaissance as the moment in history when culture reached a point that is still very much with us, in the way we live our modern lives and in the extant Renaissance cities of contemporary Italy. You will gain an understanding of the underlying social, political, and economic forces that made such exceptional art and culture possible. In this course, you will learn from two masters: Professor Bartlett himself, and the eminent 19th-century art historian Jacob Burckhardt, who created the scholarly model of cultural history through which the Renaissance is still widely studied today." - Container.

Science and Medicine: New DVDs

Q125 .B54 2005 dvd
Bigger, better, faster
Introduces viewers to the inventors, entrepreneurs and industrial scientists whose work fueled the 20th century's technological revolution. Topics include aviation and automobiles, mass media and the computer, and synthetic materials like nylon.

Q125 .M38 2005 dvd
Matters of life and death
Investigates the remarkable breakthroughs in surgery, vaccines, drugs and medical technology; medicine's new ethical questions; and assumptions about life and death. Key topics include fighting disease, penicillin, insulin, surgery, and organ transplants.

Q125 .M97 2005 dvd
Mysteries of the universe
Probes the twin revolutions in physics and astronomy, and delves into scientists' century-long struggle to discover the fundamental laws of Everything. Includes telescopes, pulsars, the size of the universe, astrophysics, black holes, atoms and more.

Q125 .O75 2005 dvd
Origins
"Origins explores how the universe and our planet began amid chaos and eventually gave birth to the first stirrings of life. Hosted by astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson (shown), Director of the Hayden Planetarium at the American Museum of Natural History, Origins presents startling new findings that attempt to explain just how Earth, life, and the universe all began." - Container.

Q125.S457 2005 dvd
Short trips
Includes a series of short documentaries on science subjects such as intelligence testing, penicillin, technology and society, pulsars, Albert Einstein, and continental drift.

Q175 .B7918 2005 dvd (5 discs)
The ascent of man
"The series peels back layers of history, invention, science and archaeology to investigate the 'great paradox of the human species'... this 13-title series with stands the test of time and is an excellent resource for high-school and college students." --Booklist.

QH541.145 .C47 2007 dvd
Core biology: Environmental sciences
Presents the principles of ecology and the environmental sciences by way of a timeline featuring historic milestones.

QH582.5 .E443 2006 dvd
Elements of biology: Cells
An introduction to the science of cells, covering: simple and complex cells; differences in types of complex cells; how cellular processes effect the larger organism; differences between plant and animal cells.

QL31.G58 J364 2006 dvd
Jane Goodall - reason for hope
Catches primatologist Jane Goodall at various junctures in Tanzania, England, Paris, and San Francisco as she meets with various groups and individuals regarding her work as a primatologist and her personal concerns regarding the environment. Focuses on spiritual and philosophical aspects of Goodall's life as well as her stated belief that the human race is evolving in such a way as to become increasingly harmonious with nature.

QP86 .A45 2003 dvd
Aging process
Explains the effects of aging on the human mind and body, explores the "damage" and "cell clock" theories about why cells wear out, and examines the lifestyle habits that affect both longevity and the quality of life; these include exercise, regular checkups for cancer, proper diet, moderate drinking, and no smoking.

QR181 .I452 1989 dvd
The immune system
"This program uses stunning imagery to describe the battles our immune system wages inside our bodies, showing how it sets up defenses against viral invasion. It explains how, by means of vaccination, we can use the functions of the immune system to prevent disease. The program also shows how, in the case of organ transplants, the immune system must be suppressed, and shows how the anti-rejection drug, Cyclosporine, works."--Container.

RA784 .E382 2006 dvd
Eat right using my pyramid
Examines the 2005 version of the USDA dietary guidelines and revised food pyramid which emphasizes the importance of physical activity and eating nutrient dense foods.

New DVDs Available: Media, Sociology, Terrorism, and Technology

Here are the latest DVDs in the areas of Media, Sociology, Terrorism, and Technology that have been added to the Library's collection. Faculty may check out DVDs for classroom use and students may view them while in the library. Bring your SWC photo ID card and the DVD call number to the Circulation Desk.

Media: New DVDs

P95.82.U6 N48 2008 dvd
New media, religion, and their impact on elections
"No one can dispute the importance of new media in the battle to win the White House in 2008. But what does it all mean for American democracy? Bill Moyers gets perspective on the impact of blogs, YouTube, and social networking on the election process from Kathleen Hall Jamieson, director of the Annenberg Public Policy Center. Then, with evangelical pastor Mike Huckabee surging in the polls and Mitt Romney giving a widely anticipated speech on his Mormon faith, Moyers and Jamieson are joined by scholar Melissa Rogers for a discussion of religion in politics. Rogers is visiting professor of Religion and Public Policy at Wake Forest University Divinity School."--Container.

PN1992.75 .L67 2007 dvd
Lost : the cinematography team
Documentary featuring the directors, producers and cinematography team who make the Emmy Award-winning hit program, "Lost".

PN1992.75 .T946 2005 dvd
24 : the editing process
Documentary featuring the editors, script supervisor and post-production supervisor who make the Emmy Award-winning hit programme, "24".

PN1995.9.S69 E78 2006 dvd
ER : the propmasters
"A behind the scenes look at the props used in the production of the reality television show ER. Rick Ladomade and Rick Kerns, the property masters of the show, and their team, describe their responsibilities as they work with directors, cast, and crew. The property masters are responsible for everything the actors eat and drink on screen as well as all of the hospital equipment, from stethoscopes and ID badges to IVs and heart monitors." -- Introduction


Sociology: New DVDs

RJ507.S45 H75 2008 dvd
Ten signs of relationship abuse
Helps students identify the warning signs of relationship abuse and instructs viewers on how to extricate themselves from unhealthy potentially dangerous dating relationships.


Terrorism : New DVDs

HV6431 .C858 2006 dvd
The Cult of the Suicide Bomber
Former CIA agent and terrorism expert Robert Baer tracks the history of suicide bombers from their origin in the Iran-Iraq war to their growing predominance in the post-9/11 world.


Technology : New DVDs

TK5105.875.I57 I587 2005 dvd
Intro to the internet and e-mail basics
Learn the basics of sending electronic mail and find out how to browse through the vast array of Internet sites. This show is a must for the novice cybernaut.

TP360 .B56 2007 dvd
Biofuels : fuels for the future
This program investigates the mode of production of a range of biofuels, from biogas, ethanol and butanol to vegetable oils and biodiesel.

New DVDs Available: Psychology, the Environment, and Law

Here are the latest DVDs in the areas of Psychology, the Environment, and Law that have been added to the Library's collection. Faculty may check out DVDs for classroom use and students may view them while in the library. Bring your SWC photo ID card and the DVD call number to the Circulation Desk.

Psychology: New DVDs

BF105 .I5 2005 dvd
In Search of Ourselves
Traces the history of scientific understanding of human behavior from the late 19th century. Examines the pendulum swings of psychological theory from nature to nurture and back again and looks at how scientific ideas about human nature have been twisted to fit political agendas. Explores what case studies, classic experiments, and research on the brain have taught us about ourselves and what still remains unknown. Covers topics such as Jean-Martin Charcot and hysteria, Sigmund Freud and psychoanalysis, shell shock and war trauma during the first World War, IQ tests, eugenics, John B. Watson and the behaviorist movement, B.F. Skinner and conditioning, Harry Harlow and the power of love and comfort, Frieda Fromm Reichmann and the treatment of schizophrenia, mental institutions, drug therapy, and Alzheimer's disease.

BF121 .P793 2004 dvd (2 discs)
Psychology : the Human Experience
An introductory-level psychology telecourse which discusses human behavior. Major units include sensation and perception, motivation, learning, memory, personality theories, social cognition, psychological disorders, and approaches to therapy.

The Environment: New DVDs

GE195 .G65 2007 dvd
Going Green : Real-World Solutions for the Environment
Compilation of 12 ABC News stories shows how governments, businesses, and individuals around the world are taking eco-friendly action.

GF503 .H86 2008 dvd
Human Footprint
Takes a phase-by-phase journey through life from infancy to old age to illustrate the enormous imprint every American makes during his or her time on Earth. Incorporates surprising facts with playful visuals to reveal our level of consumption and the simple changes we can all make to reduce the impact of our ecological footprint on the world.

HD1695.A17 A527 2000 dvd
American Thirst, Canadian Water
Discusses the legal and economic issues surrounding trade in water resources in North America, especially between Canada and the United States under the North American Free Trade Agreement. Uses the case of two partners, one Canadian, the other American, who won a contract to ship water to Santa Barbara, California--a contract cancelled by the British Columbia government within four days, to focus on the issues and opinions on water as a commodity, particularly in Canada.

HD9567.A4 O385 2005 dvd
Oil on Ice
An award-winning documentary that connects the fate of Arctic National Wildlife Refuge in Alaska and the conflict over drilling for oil there to critical decisions America makes about energy policy and transportation choices.

QC981.8.C5 S77 2005 dvd (2 discs)
Strange days on planet earth
Around the globe, scientists are racing to solve a series of mysteries. They suspect we have entered a time of global change swifter than any human being has ever witnessed. Where are we headed? Can we alter this course of events? National Geographic.

QC981.8.C5 .S78 2008 dvd
National Geographic's strange days on planet earth 2
This new season examines the possible global consequences of everyday human actions, with a focus on the changing world ocean and increasingly threatened water supplies.

Law: New DVDs

HV9475.C3 M39 2005 dvd
Maximum Security?
Focuses on gang leaders incarcerated in California's Pelican Bay State Prison. Held in virtual solitary confinement, these men are still able to easily communicate with gang members outside prison, running extensive criminal enterprise networks. Includes interviews with current and formers inmates, who describe several of the communication techniques used. The Mexican-American gang, Nuestra Familia, is highlighted, but the Aryan Brotherhood and the Mexican Mafia are also discussed.

KFC818 .C35 2007 dvd (4 discs)
Title 24 Compliance for HVAC Changeouts and Cool Roofs
"Changes to California's Title 24 Energy Efficiency Standards now require that existing ductwork in the home be tested and sealed when a new air-based HVAC system is installed in an existing home. These videos help building code officials, building professionals and building owners understand the benefits of the new requirements"--Disc container.

New DVDs Available: History, Dance, and Music

Here are the latest History, Dance, and Music DVDs that have been added to the Library's collection.

Faculty may check out DVDs for classroom use and students may view them while in the library. Bring your SWC photo ID card and the DVD call number to the Circulation Desk.

History: New DVDs

CB311 W552 2002 dvd (3 discs)
Legacy : the Origins of Civilization
"Historian Michael Wood stands in the Iraqi desert amid crumbling ruins and dry desolation. He describes a once-thriving metropolis, where merchants brought their goods into the city over a network of lush canals. All that remains is a sea of golden sand, the once large population drifted away, the complex society vanished. As the world approaches the 21st century, this new series reminds us that other nations and cultures prospered for hundreds or even thousands of years. Now all that remains is the legacy of their civilizations, present and influential in our own. " -- cover.

D210 .C55 2003 dvd (8 discs)
Europe and Western Civilization in the Modern Age
Lectures delivered by Professor Thomas Childers of the University of Pennsylvania tracing the course of European history from the late eighteenth century to the close of the twentieth.

D121 .D355 2001 dvd (4 discs)
The High Middle Ages
This course of twenty-four lectures examines the period know as the High Middle Ages (1000-1300). The first eight lectures cover medieval society. Lectures nine through sixteen examine the intellectual and religious history of Europe during this period. The final eight lectures cover the major political developments and events.

DS63.2.U5 Y37 2003 dvd (4 discs)
United States and the Middle East, 1914 to 9/11
Presents lectures concerning foreign relations between the United States and the Middle East, from 1914 to September 11, 2001.

E840.8.M46 F395 2004 dvd
Fog of War
The story of America as seen through the eyes of the former Secretary of Defense, under President Kennedy and President Johnson, Robert S. McNamara. McNamara was one of the most controversial and influential political figures of the 20th century. Now, he offers a candid and intimate journey through some of the most seminal events in contemporary American history. He offers new and often surprising insights into the 1945 bombing of Tokyo, the Cuban Missile Crisis, ad the effects of the Vietnam War.

Dance: New DVDs

GV1682.5 .H24 2005 dvd
Dance On : Anna Halprin
Anna Halprin, dancer, teacher, and founder of the Tamalpa Institute, discusses her project, Circle the earth, as well as her work with Margaret H'Doubler and Arch Lauterer.

GV1782.5 .R62 2003 dvd (2 discs)
How to Choreograph
"This two-volume set presents the basic principles of choreography. Everything I Learned In School illustrates basic principles of good composition through excerpts from dance performances. It teaches how to use time, space, energy, quality of movement, dynamics, and formation design as expressive tools. Everything I NEVER Learned in School explains that true masterpieces transcend the rulebook and encourages viewers to develop an individual style. It warns against cliches, shows how to incorporate elements of surprise, and explores ways to tap into personal experiences."--Insight Media.

GV1785.T39 D363 1999 dvd
Dancemaker
A journey into the world of preeminent choreographer Paul Taylor and his extraordinary dance creations.

Music: New DVDs

M219 .M53 2007 dvd
Midori : Live at Carnegie Hall
Violinist Midori and pianist Robert McDonald live in concert at Carnegie Hall.

M1500 .R54 2006 dvd
Rigoletto
The film version of Verdi's opera in which the Duke of Mantua seduces Gilda, the deformed court jester's beautiful daughter and the court jester (Rigoletto) seeks revenge to restore his family's honor.

M2010.V48 .R4 2005 dvd
Requiem
Verdi's Requiem was written and performed on the first anniversary of the death of Italian poet Alessandro Manzoni. It is a monumental setting of the Latin Mass for the Dead, to be sung by four soloists, chorus and orchestra.

ML50.M69 N688 2005 dvd (2 discs)
Le Nozze di Figaro : Opera Buffa in Quattro Atti
Set in Seville, the opera tells of the intrigue and deceit that surrounds the marriage of Figaro to Susanna.

ML410.W14 B272 2007 dvd (2 discs)
Tristan und Isolde
Recorded: Festspielhaus, Bayreuth, 1-9 October 1983.

ML1500.P8 B64 1999 dvd
La Bohème
Puccini's bittersweet tale of high-spirited bohemians and doomed love.

ML3790 .W29 2004 dvd
The Way the Music Died
The modern music scene was created in 1969, at Woodstock. Half a million fans, dozens of artists, and the politics of the times came together as a big bang moment that eventually would generate billions of dollars. But over the last twenty years, MTV, compact discs, corporate consolidation, Internet piracy, and greed have contributed to a perfect storm for the recording industry. Frontline examines how the business that has provided the soundtrack of the lives of a generation is on the verge of collapse.

55 New DVDs Available

Here are the latest DVD additions to our collection. Faculty may check out DVDs for classroom use and students may view media while in the library.

Body language I : beyond words
BF637.N66 B63 2008 dvd
This program is an informative look into the fascinating world of nonverbal communication. It guides viewers through the land of space wars, tongue showing, mirrored postures, and the many layers that make up unspoken communication. -- Website

Culture identity behavior
BF698.9.C8 C84 2004 dvd
Discusses how our culture influences our identity which, in turn, influences our behavior.

History's ancient legacies III
CB311 .H573 2001 dvd (3 discs)
Gives students an authentic-looking step back in time to visit the lost cities and temples of the ancient world. [Disc 1.]: v. 1. Japan ; v. 2. India -- [Disc 2.]: v. 3. Dark Age England ; v. 4. China -- [Disc 3.]: v. 5. The Celts -- v. 6. Empires of America.

A history of women's achievement in America
CT3260 .H57 2006 dvd (4 discs)
"A history of women's achievement in America examines the 400-year history of American women's inspiring accomplishments and victories."--Container cover insert. Disc 1. The making of a new world, 1621-1835 ; The era of women's firsts, 1836-1851 -- disc 2. Women speak out, 1852-1888 ; America enters the world of nations, 1889-1915 -- disc 3. Women begin to transform themselves, 1916-1935 ; America becomes a super power, 1936-1958 -- disc 4. American women find their voice, 1959-1984 ; A new age of equality, 1985-2006.

Origins of India's Hindu civilization
DS423 O74 1991 dvd
Discusses the development of Hinduism, its religious beliefs, and its effect upon the peoples of the Indian subcontinent. Shows examples of ancient Hindu art.

A history of black achievement in America
E185 .H57 2005 dvd (4 discs)
This original eight-part series on four volumes documents black achievement in American history, its defining role in the growth of the country, and its influence on current events. The series highlights the many contributions of black Americans that have influenced and shaped the history of the United States. vol. 1. Settling the New World and founding the United States of America ; Emergence of the black hero -- vol. 2. The fight for freedom ; Blacks enter the Gilded Age -- vol. 3. The foundation for equality ; Depression and war -- vol. 4. Civil rights ; A new age.

Banished
E185.86 .B2638 2007 dvd
Documentary about three communities which forcibly expelled African American residents between the Civil War and the Great Depression. Includes interviews with residents from those communities: Pierce City, Missouri; Harrison, Arkansas; Forsyth County, Georgia.

Wave that shook the world
GC222.I45 W38 2005 dvd
"NOVA tells the minute-by-minute story of the 2004 tsunami, featuring the testimony of lucky survivors and gripping eyewitness video footage. In an authoritative look at tsunami science, NOVA presents the first in-depth exploration of what made the waves so destructive. And with the help of a massive wave tank, scientists assess the risk that a similar (or even bigger) catastrophe might one day strike the U.S. coastline"--Container.

Bill T. Jones : Still/Here
GV1785.J55 B44 2003 dvd
A look at dancer/choreographer Bill T. Jones' highly acclaimed dance, "Still/Here". At workshops around the country, people facing life-threatening illnesses are asked to remember the highs and lows of their lives, and even imagine their own deaths. They then transform these feelings into expressive movement, which Jones incorporates into the dance "Still/Here". Jones demonstrates the movements of his life story--his first encounter with white people, confusion over his sexuality, his partner Arnie Zane's untimely death from AIDS, and Jones' own HIV status.

Limón : a life beyond words
GV1785.L515 L55 2003 dvd
"A compelling look at the life and work of revolutionary modern dancer and choreographer José Limón (1908-1972), once described by the New York Times as the 'greatest male dancer of his own or any other time.'" -- container.

Alvin Ailey: memories and visions
GV1786.A5 .A48 2007 dvd
Presents selections from the major works of choreographer Alvin Ailey as performed by his City Center Dance Theater to background music ranging from modern blues to classical music to traditional spirituals.

The sociology of sports in the United States
GV706.5 .S647 2005 dvd
"Describing sports as a social phenomenon, this program explores what sports can teach about society and considers how social goals and objectives are reflected in sports. It examines the development of sports sociology; probes the relationship of sports to religion, social roles, citizenship and morality; and looks at the organization and institutionalization of sports. The program also explores how social class, race, and gender affect participation in sports."--Insight Media website.

The beauty backlash
HQ1219 .B43 2007 dvd
"With it's "Real beauty" information and marketing campaign, the Dove brand struck a chord with women skeptical of unhealthy or absurd standards of attractiveness. But did the campaign have the widespread impact Dove intended? And what are the implications for the global cosmetics and fashion industries? This program investigates consumer reactions against the idealized images of beauty promoted by TV, movies, and glossy magazines, while exploring the complex relationship between corporate strategy and feminine self-esteem. High-level insights concerning Dove, L'Oreal, and advertising giant Saatchi & Saatchi provide a fascinating departure point for a socioeconomic discourse" --Container.

Being gay coming out in the 21st century
HQ76.25 .B45 2005 dvd
This program presents the accounts and stories of people who have recently taken the step of coming out. Interviewees and experts discuss the benefits of this important transition by examining the six stages of coming to terms with one's sexual identity.

Crystal darkness : meth's deadly assault on our youth : San Diego version.
HV5825 .G442 2007 dvd
The program is targeted for youth and their parents, but the message extends with conviction to an entire community and throughout our nation. If you aren't aware of the seriousness of the Meth problem in our neighborhoods before seeing this documentary, then your eyes will certainly be opened to a horror and sadness that is growing by the day.

Oscuridad cristal el asalto de la metafetamina contra nuesta juventud.
HV5825 .G443 2007 dvd
Spanish version of Crystal darkness : meth's deadly assault on our youth

Date rape a violation of trust.
HV6558 .D382 2008 dvd
Examines the myths and facts of date or acquaintance rape.

America's immigration debate
JV6575 .R84 2004dvd
Examines the pro and con views of the American immigration debate. Studies the isolation of ethnic communities, the shifting of racial definitions, and America's lack of an infrastructure to support immigrant integration.

Broadway : the American musical
ML1711.8.N3 K34 2004 dvd (3 discs)
This documentary series tells the story of the musical and theatre history on Broadway in New York City. Episode one. Give my regards to Broadway (1893-1927) -- episode two. Syncopated city (1919-1933) -- episode three. I got plenty o' nuttin' (1929-1942) -- episode four. Oh, what a beautiful mornin' (1943-1960) -- episode five. Tradition (1957-1979) -- episode six. Putting it together (1980-present).

Hip-hop beyond beats and rhymes
ML3531 .H57 2006 dvd
Examines the representation of manhood in hip-hop culture and explores the related issues of race, gender violence and corporate explotation of hip-hop.

Sexual stereotypes in the media
P94.5.M552 S49 2008 dvd
This program examines the relationship between mass media and social constructions of sexuality from political and economic perspectives while looking at the effects media can have on audiences. --Publishers description.

Turning points in the physical sciences
Q158.5 .T876 2005 dvd (5 discs)
A journey of discovery from ancient through classical science to the world of modern physics, relativity, chaos theory and quantum mechanics.
Disc 1. Program 1. 130-1640 : Ptolemy to Galileo -- 1688-1796 Newton to Nebular Theory of the solary system -- 1800 Electrolysis reveals new properties of electricity -- 1808 Atomic theory of matter is announced -- 1814 Light reveals spectral lines -- Disc 2. Program 2. 1820-1845 : 1820 Electromanetism is discovered -- 1824 Carnot expresses first law of thermodynamics -- 1830 Charles Lyell publishes 'The Principles of Geology' -- 1831 Faraday produces electricity fro magnetism -- 1837 A past Ice Age is theorized by Agassiz -- 1842 Doppler effect -- Disc 3. Program 3. 1846-1902 : 1846 The planet Nepture is doscovered -- 1864 Maxwell's equations unify electricity and magnetism -- 1869 The first periodic table -- 1895-6 X-rays and radioactivity are discovered -- 1897 First subatomic particle found: the elctron -- 1900 Principle of quantum physics established by Max Planck.
Disc 4. Program 4. 1903-1928 : 1903 Chaos theory -- 1905 Einstein's theories of special and general relativity -- 1907 B.B. Boltwood proposes radioactive decay be used to date the earth -- 1912 Alfred Wegener proposes continental drift theory -- 1925 Wave-particle duality and the uncertainity principle -- Disc 5. Program 5. 1929-2004 : 1929 Edwin Hubble initiates the idea of an expanding universe -- 1942 Manhattan project creates first self-sustaining chain reaction -- 1963 Maaretn Schmidt discovers quasars -- 1964 Murray Gell-Mann postualtes the existence of quarks -- 1867 White dwarfs, neutron stars, pulsars and black holes -- 1990 The great attractor and dark matter -- 2004 Organic matrial found on extrasolar planet.

Origins : fourteen billion years of cosmic evolution
QB981 .O75 2004 dvd (2 discs)
Origins explores how the universe and our planet began amid chaos and eventually gave birth to the first stirrings of life. Disc 1: Earth is born -- How life began -- Disc 2: Where are the aliens? -- Back to the beginning.

Core physics : modern physics
QC173.52.C47 2007 dvd
This program examines modern physics. The key points in the development of modern physics beginning with discovery of the electron in 1897, to Quantum physics, Chaos theory, Einstein and relativity, Nuclear chain reactions and ending with Quarks 26 years later.

Core physics : classical physics
QC173.52.C475 2007 dvd
This program examines the key points in the development of classical physics, beginning with Isaac Newton's discovery of spectral lines in light through the discovery of X-Rays in 1896.

F=ma : physical science concepts
QC73 .F55 2003 dvd (3 discs)
This series provides a fresh look at force, mass, and acceleration, the elements which make up Newton's Second Law (F=ma). Using inventive animation, graphics, video, and narration, each program explores a variable in the equation: force, mass, and acceleration. These concepts, along with related topics like velocity and inertia, are defined, applied to real-world examples, and demonstrated using basic calculations. An animated caveman character makes special apearances throughout the series to explore the physical science concepts in an entertaining and informative manner. [v. 1]. Force -- [v. 2]. Acceleration -- [v. 3]. Mass.

Global warming : science and solutions
QC981.8.G56 G57 2006 dvd (2 discs)
Examines the science of global warming and presents viable solutions to the problem. Disc 1. The science of global warming -- Disc 2. Global warming : solutions.

Global warming : the rising storm
QC981.8.G56 G57 2007 dvd (2 discs)
In the last half of the 20th century, scientists began understanding that industrialization and the effects of explosive population growth were affecting the fundamental structure and composition of earth's atmosphere. Man's ever-increasing thirst for energy, quenched by the burning of fossil fuels, has dramatically increased greenhouse gases in the lower atmosphere. This 2-disc set examines and explains this phenomenon, and looks into the future where other, more deadly impacts are predicted to follow. In the first decade of the 21st century, we find ourselves at the precipice of a dangerous, rising storm. -- Container. Disc 1. Warnings from a warming planet -- Disc 2. Predictions for a warmer planet.

What's up with the weather?
QC981.8.G56 W497 2007 dvd
Examines both sides of the global warming debate.

Core chemistry
QD11 .C47 2007 dvd
Future problems of energy, food, medicines and materials are the problems of chemistry. No science is more at the core of every technology that supports the seven billion people living on the planet today than chemistry. Core chemistry presents how each branch of chemistry - physical chemistry, organic chemistry and biochemistry - evolved from a clear understanding of the principles and laws of chemical interactions.

Biochemistry: Important inorganics
QD151 .B44 1999 dvd
Study of atoms and molecules as they apply to living things and their interactions.

Biochemistry : carbohydrates & proteins
QD321 .B45 1999 dvd
Carbohydrate characteristics and functions; structural formulas; common monosaccharides; common disaccharides and their syntheses; common polysaccharides; amino acid structure; peptide bonds; complete vs. incomplete proteins; common protein 3-dimensional structures and their relationship to amino acid sequence; relationship between protein shape and function.

Basic chemistry : chemical bonding & reactions
QD40 .B375 2006 dvd
"Examines such topics in basic chemistry as compounds, ionic bonds, polar and nonpolar covalent bonds, chemical equations, chemical reactions, moles, electronegativity, valence shells, and bonding"--Distributor Web site.

Miracle planet
QE501 .M57 2005 dvd (5 discs)
A five-part series recounting the earth's 4 billion-year evolution and the origin and evolution of life. Episode 1. The violent past -- episode 2. Snowball earth -- episode 3. New frontiers -- episode 4. Extinction and rebirth -- episode 5. Survival of the fittest.

Core geology
QE7 .C47 2007 dvd
In Core Geology, the building blocks of this most contemporary science are laid out in a logical order, including the meaning of the fossil record.

Core biology. Animal sciences
QH408 .C47 2007 dvd
Presents the principles of zoology by way of a history of the field. 350 B.C.-Aristotle founds zoology -- 1735-Carolus Linnaeus begins the modern description of life -- 1796-Comparative anatomy -- 1826-All animal life begins with an egg -- 1838-Cellular basis of life -- 1859-Theory of evolution -- 1969-Five kingdoms of life -- 1973-Science of animal behavior -- 1998-Principles of animal communication.

Core biology. Microbiology and genetics
QH430 .C47 2007 dvd
Presents the principles of microbiology and genetics by way of a timeline featuring the historic milestones of the respective fields.

Cracking the code of life
QH445.2 .C73 2004 dvd
This documentary examines the complex race to decode the human genome. Examines the work of, and contains interviews with: Francis Collins, director of the National Center for Human Genome Research; J. Craig Venter, head of its rival, the private Celera Genomics; and the Whitehead Institute's Eric Lander, one of the leaders of the Human Genome Project.

Core biology. Environmental sciences
QH541.145 .C47 2007 dvd
Presents the principles of ecology and the environmental sciences by way of a timeline featuring historic milestones.

The biology of lakes, ponds, streams, and wetlands
QH541.5.L3 B565 2006 dvd
Covers plant and lower forms of animal life living in various lake, pond and wetlands habitats, as well as issues in the overall ecology of these environments.

Core biology. Plant sciences
QK9 .C47 2007 dvd
Presents the principles of botany by way of a timeline featuring the fields historical milestones. 323 B.C.-Theophratus founds botany -- 1682-Plant physiology -- 1694-How plants reproduce -- 1838-Cellular basis of plant life -- 1866-Mendel's laws of inheritance -- 1886-Nitrogen-fixing of the pea family is explained -- 1946-Photosynthesis -- 1969-Five kingdoms of life.

The Uncommon chimpanzee
QL737.P96 U55 2005 dvd
Observations of the bonobo. Although the bonobo resembles a chimpanzee physically, it is behaviorally distinct. There are many facets of bonobo behavior which differ markedly from the chimpanzee. Many of these differences, such as the bonobos' peaceful, egalitarian society and their intricate copulatory and communicative realm strongly resemble human behavior.

Anatomy for beginners : circulation.
QM33.5 .A533 2006 dvd
Anatomist Gunther von Hagens lays bare the intricacy and beauty of the human design, making it viewable and easily understood across a wide range of settings -- from Biology 101 to the most advanced medical courses. Viewer discretion is advised. Contains clinically explicit language and demonstrations.

The miracle of life.
QP251 .M57 dvd (c. 5)
Shows the actual conception and development of a baby. Looks inside the male and female reproductive organs to show the formation of sperm and the passage of a fertilized egg through the fallopian tube. Uses a microscope to observe DNA, chromosomes, and other minute body details building up to the moment of birth.

Body atlas
QP34.5 .B64 2006 dvd (5 discs)
This series takes the viewer on a journey through the human body. New techniques film the interior workings of the body in action. Each program matches the interior process to the way it affects our everyday lives. Disc 1. In the womb ; Glands and hormones -- Disc 2. Muscle and bone ; Breath of life -- Disc 3. Skin ; The food machine ; Taste and smell -- Disc 4. Visual reality ; Defend and repair ; Sex -- Disc 5. The human pump ; Now hear this ; The brain.

The Living body. Nerves at work
QP361 .L59 1988 dvd
Explores the human nervous system showing how nerve signals are transmitted. Examines the part played by nerve messages in reflex actions and the chemical and electrical activities of nerve cell networks.

The universe within
QP39 .U54 2004 dvd
Using microphotography to explore the hidden world inside the human body, this program covers three incredible team efforts: the coordination of muscles, bones, heart and circulatory system that makes Mike Powell the world's greatest long jumper; the digestive dynamo that turns a simple sandwich eaten by five-time Olympic gold medalist Bonnie Blair into raw energy for a blistering sprint down the ice; and the ultimate event--the development of a new human life inside track star Karen Hatchett.

The joy of stress
RA785 .J693 2002 dvd
Loretta LaRoche explains how humor helps strengthen our immune system, reduces stress, and prevents "hardening of the attitude."

Understanding hepatitis A
RC848.H425 .U532 2007 dvd
Explains the hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver, usually caused by an attacking virus. Discusses why, although it's considered the least menacing type of hepatitis, the virus strain known as HAV should not be underestimated. Describes common symptoms of hepatitis A and spells out preventive measures, such as vaccines, and palliative strategies.

Understanding hepatitis B
RC848.H425 U534 2007 dvd
Focuses on Hepatitis B, one of the most widespread and serious infectious diseases in the world. Explains that Hepatitis B is usually transmitted sexually or through other close bodily contact. Examines what distinguishes HBV from other hepatitis strains, how it can infect the human body and still go undetected for decades, and how it can be prevented with vaccines. Outlines both successful and tragic case studies and discusses the public health benefits of HBV education and immunization programs.

Understanding hepatitis C
RC848.H425 U536 2007 dvd
Focuses on HCV, one of the most severe strains of hepatitis, which causes cirrhosis or liver scarring and liver failure. Provides a basic medical understanding of the virus, presents various ways that it is transmitted, and explores what many call a groundbreaking method of hepatitis C treatment. Describes typical HCV danger zones and causes and the pronounced risk of liver damage that the virus represents. Discusses advanced antiviral therapies combining interferon and ribavirin.

Preschoolers : physical development
RJ131 P72 2008 dvd
This program shows preschoolers engaged in activities that exemplify these physical advancements, and examines the importance of nutrition and sleep. It gives exampes of activities that foster physical development, and provides observations from teachers about how this growth takes place.

Tip top tots : the nutrition pyramid for preschoolers
RJ206 T46 2004 dvd
Learn about the nutrition pyramid and the serving sizes for preschoolers. Finds out why nutrition is so important for children this age and how to determine portions. Looks at some creative and fun ways to prepare food so that tots will enjoy their mealtimes.

Life after oil : the new energy alternatives
TJ808 .L54 2008 dvd
This program illustrates ways we can solve our dependence on fossil fuels through the use of alternative energy sources including wind power, fuel cells, hydrogen fuel, ethanol, biomass and solar power.