"Some cultural assumptions lead to communication breakdowns that cause embarrassment, frustration, or even discrimination. This program shows how to improve communication in a series of eye-opening cross-cultural situations."--Container.

The story of his rise to political power and subsequent struggle for world supremacy. The bid for domination is a story of appalling tragedy that serves as a cautionary tale of what can happen when one man's megalomania infects a nation.

Discussion of curricular theories and practices that develop high-quality integration of science into classroom activities.

How are fetal alcohol spectrum disorders diagnosed? What are the primary and secondary disabilities associated with FASD? An--most important of all--what is the human cost? This program addresses these questions through firsthand experiences. The in utero effects of alcohol are considered as well, as are the facial, bodily, neurological, cognitive, and behavioral characteristics of FASD.

Creating an environment that supports social studies concepts can be challenging. Discover how to encourage children to work collaboratively, respect and value others, become contributing citizens of a community, and construct knowledge of time to support history content standards. This film focuses on setting up an early childhood classroom for a community of learners, allowing teachers to incorporate social sciences concepts into lessons in developmentally...

"Depression: out of the Shadows tells the dramatic stories of people of different ages, from diverse backgrounds, who live with various forms of depression. Leading mental health experts highlight the latest scientific research and innovative treatments, offering greater understanding and hope for the millions of people living with this complex, but treatable, disease." From container.

Uses family and workplace situations to teach good listening techniques. Illustrates the surprising value of silence, the need to find something of interest in the person speaking, and the importance of staying out of the speaker's way. Emphasizes the role of body language in listening, and the need to "listen between the words" for feelings. Shows how to improve communication through a series of eye-opening cross-cultural situations and teaches business...

Recounts how the struggle between North and South, long defined by battles like Gettysburg, Antietam, and Bull Run, was actually dependent on events in the West. Although often overlooked, the western theatre saw some of the conflict's bloodiest encounters, such as Shiloh, Vicksburg, and Chickamauga, and featured iconic leaders.