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  • Illustration of skin showing the sebaceous gland and a pimple. Caption: gets clogged by too much oil.

    Addresses how puberty begins, what changes to expect during this developmental period, and how to cope with them. This introductory video is designed to be viewed by both boys and girls together.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • The Cell

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    Clustered tubular shapes. Caption: up to one million times their original size.

    Provides an overview of the cell--the building block of life. Covers different kinds of microscopes, the discovery of cells, and the cell theory before focusing on a cell's characteristics and organization. Includes a quiz.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Illustration of a young woman with her hands in front of her, palms forward saying, "NO!". Caption: Tell an adult.

    Intended for older female students with special needs. Covers these important topics: external anatomy, physical and emotional changes of puberty, health and hygiene, privacy, and safety.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Illustration of the head and shoulders of two boys. Caption: Let's look at how your body changes as you grow up.

    Intended for older male students with special needs. Covers these important topics: external anatomy, physical and emotional changes of puberty, health and hygiene, privacy, and safety.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Person holding a smart phone. Spanish captions.

    Technological development and advances in mobile devices, including the growth of Apps, have generated a technological revolution. Some experts label this as the greatest revolution sin the Industrial Revolution. In this episode, Nerdo Cavernas demonstrates the top 3 applications of each operating system for the most popular smartphones and tablets.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Ear of yellow corn combined with an ear of green corn produces an ear of yellow corn. Spanish captions.

    The business world has forced agricultural researchers and producers to improve production systems by either increasing the quality of the product, size, or growth process. All these issues are part of the concept of Biotechnology.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Person holding a phone with a photo displayed on the screen. Spanish captions.

    Under Prospecta Colombia 2012, an event organized by the Universidad Nacional Abierta y a Distancia, issues were raised and discussed related to the growth and development of cities. Nerdo Cavernas talks with the most prominent speakers present at this important event.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Two people standing while one gestures at a globe. Spanish captions.

    How does yeast make bread grow? The scientists will experiment with the ingredients in bread to discover how this happens. They will also explain why time zones exist. Part of the House of Science Series.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Beetle in larvae, pupae, and adult stage. Spanish captions.

    Living things go through changes in the course of their lives, referred to as life cycles. This program explains the life cycles of living organisms, specifically focusing on plants and animals. Video footage and colorful animations illustrate how living things change. Important terminology includes egg, seed, growth, metamorphosis, germination, stage, larva, pupa, nymph, and adult.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • A child walking between mounds of ripe pumpkins. Spanish captions.

    Pumpkins! Every fall we carve them for jack-o'-lanterns, munch their seeds, and cook delicious things with them. But where do they come from? How do they grow? Close-up and time-lapse photography chart the growth of the pumpkin plant from sprouting seed to maturity. Luis Valdez narrates in verse accompanied by George Winston's music.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Person using a touch screen. Spanish captions.

    A new software, Columbia 3.0, has been created thanks to the growth of mobile applications, technological improvements in the world of computers, and the creation of new business models. This event was sponsored by the Ministry of Information and Communication Technologies and aims to improve the quality of audiovisual and virtual content in both professional and academic arenas.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Outline of two bodies, a dot where the pituitary gland is located. Caption: The brain signals the pituitary gland

    Features both male and female students discussing how hormones trigger the new social and emotional changes experienced during puberty. Covers self-esteem, body image, conflicts with parents, desire for independence, development of romantic feelings, bullying, and the need to treat each other with respect.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Two pumpkins, one being picked up by a gloved hand. Caption: Gather up the finished fruit, ripe and fully grown.

    Pumpkins! Every fall we carve them for jack-o'-lanterns, munch their seeds, and cook delicious things with them. But where do they come from? How do they grow? Close-up and time-lapse photography chart the growth of the pumpkin plant from sprouting seed to maturity. Danny Glover narrates in verse accompanied by George Winston's music.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Laptop computer showing a split screen of a picture and a computer image. Caption: and build a digital elevation model of the lava dome.

    Photogrammetry is the science of making precise measurements by the use of photography. United States Geological Survey (USGS) geologist Angie Diefenbach describes how she uses a digital camera and computer software to understand the growth rate of lava domes during a volcanic eruption.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Graphic of the globe suspended above flags from multiple countries with an ethernet cable in front. Spanish captions.

    The rapid population growth in large urban centers of the world has made it necessary to look for alternatives to development in order to make cities suitable for living. PROSPECTA, an international event, aims to promote ideas of change by thinking about society's future, starting with proper planning and development.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Illustration of three round particles. Pyrite Particles. Caption: These tiny pyrite particles can travel a long distance away

    There’s fool's gold in the ocean, and this mineral helps support life in the ocean. Scientists have been studying how bacteria and small plants in the ocean get the iron they need for energy and growth. Well, new research points to mineral sources on the seafloor. Part of the "News of the Day" series.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Person standing at the top of a wind turbine. Caption: to see if they can handle 300-foot heights.

    Wyoming has long been known as an energy exporter, from oil to natural gas to coal. The state is now booming with two other resources: wind energy and qualified technicians trained to build, install, and service the growth in wind turbine technology. With National Science Foundation funding, Laramie County Community College in Wyoming is becoming a national leader in training.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Child at the top of an escalator. Caption: We don't suddenly become adults overnight,

    Looks at how the male and female bodies are prepared for their task of continuing the human race. Shows the characteristics of sperm and ova and how each contains a partial blueprint for the future offspring. The mechanism of cell division is shown through exceptional microphotography, and the mechanisms of heredity are carefully described. NOTE: Shows some nudity.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Illustration of HIV virus and three cells. Caption: IMMUNE SYSTEM but HIV is a little different.

    Discussions related to sex education and prevention strategies may not be appropriate for this age group, so this simply provides a baseline of knowledge about HIV and AIDS. Covers the definition of HIV and AIDS, transmission, progression, treatment and the importance of treating HIV-positive people with respect and compassion. Presents information through a lens that emphasizes healthy decision-making.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • A photograph of plant soil. On screen text, germinating. Caption: Germination is the beginning of the growth of a plant embryo.

    In this program, viewers will travel the world and learn about the diversity of plants throughout the various land regions around the world. Graphics, animation, and live-action footage will assist students in identifying characteristics of various habitats on Earth. Students will learn how plants have adapted to live in polar regions, tundra, desert, grasslands, forests, and salt and freshwater habitats. Part of the "Way Cool Science" series.

    (Source: DCMP)

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