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  • Tiger Math

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    Geometric design of a large cat. Caption: (narrator) First, define the surface of the shape geometrically.

    Patrick Sanan, who studied mathematics at UC San Diego, explains how he combined geometry and physics to create the virtual tiger in the Oscar award-winning motion picture "Life of Pi."

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Person speaking in front of a projector screen. Caption: in math, science, or technological fields.

    Showcases innovative teaching techniques in higher education as performed by science and math professors at Hampshire College, the University of Massachusetts, and Springfield Technical Community College. Techniques include interactive learning, giving pyramid exams (a two-step exam that turns a test into an interactive learning experience), problem-based cooperative group work, using technology (as opposed to lecture), and more collaboration between colleagues.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Aerial view of ice breaking apart as it flows onto land from an ice shelf. Caption: Ice flows from the land over the fjord,

    Many outlet glaciers in Greenland feed ice from the land into fjords, where discharge of icebergs and melting of the glaciers by warmer ocean waters contribute to rising sea levels. David Holland of NYU studies what happens in the fjord when ice meets water. He also studies how the dynamics at the margin between ice and sea are changing, and what those changes could mean in the future for global sea level rise. Part of the National Science Foundation Series “Science Nation.”

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Computer generated image of a sphere composed of twisted interlocking tubes of various colors. Caption: Fractal research is changing fields such as biology.

    Fractals are complex, never-ending patterns created by repeating mathematical equations. A math student at MIT delves into their mysterious properties and how they can be found in technology and nature. Part of the "Science Out Loud" series.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Illustration of four African American mathematicians in the NASA lab. Caption: Their job was to do math.

    Dorothy Vaughan, Mary Jackson, Katherine Johnson, and Christine Darden were good at math. They participated in some of NASA's greatest successes, like providing the calculations for America's first journeys into space. This title explores the story of four female African-American mathematicians as they overcame gender and racial barriers to succeed in a highly challenging career. Based on the children's book by Margot Lee Shetterly.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Pythagorean Theorem

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    Diagram illustrating the concept of the Pythagorean Theorem which is a-squared plus b-squared equals c-squared. The diagram shows this by laying out a 3-by-3 square, 4-by-4 square, and 5-by-5 square on the edges of a triangle.

    Diagram of the pythagorean theorm. Design modalities for the image include braille with and without labels, print with and without labels in greyscale, color, and texture.

    (Source: Benetech)

  • Geometry of a Circle V1

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    Multiple Diagrams illustrating four basic concepts of a circle. Terms include: circumference (distance around the whole circle), radius (distance from the center of the circle to the outer edge, diameter (the distance from the opposite point of the circle), and chord (the distance from any two points on the circle's edge).

    Diagram showing the geometry and terms used to describe a circle. Design modalities for the image include braille with and without labels, print with and without labels in greyscale, color, and texture.

    (Source: Benetech)

  • Geometry of a Circle V2

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    Single Diagram illustrating four basic concepts of a circle. Terms include: circumference (distance around the whole circle), radius (distance from the center of the circle to the outer edge, diameter (the distance from the opposite point of the circle), and chord (the distance from any two points on the circle's edge).

    Diagram showing the geometry and terms used to describe a circle. Design modalities for the image include braille with and without labels, print with and without labels in greyscale, color, and texture.

    (Source: Benetech)

  • Normal Distribution

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    Diagram showing a symmetric bell curve with x-axis values of negative 2, negative 1, zero, one, and two. The area under the zero to one curve encompasses 34.1%, which is also mirrored by the zero to negative one curve. The next values between one and two include 13.6%, also mirrored by the negative side. The area between negative one to one is 68.2%. The area encompassed by all four bins includes 95.4%.

    Diagram showing the Normal Distribution. Design modalities for the image include braille with and without labels, print with and without labels in greyscale, color, and texture.

    (Source: Benetech)

  • Aerial view of mostly bare light brown land with low lying trees. Caption: Termites are extremely territorial

    Dr. Corina Tarnita describes the importance of termite mounds in a savanna ecosystem. Termite mounds are biological hotspots that concentrate nutrients. When viewed from above, the mounds form a strikingly regular polka-dot pattern. Dr. Tarnita uses mathematical modeling to explain the regularity of the pattern.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • A tree lined river with steep banks on one side. Caption: you have groundwater that flows into the river

    Hydrogeologist Shannon Cook talks about how he entered this field of science and what he does on a daily basis. For this career, be sure to study math, science, and geology. Part of the "Career Connections" series.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Math formula to find density. Spanish captions.

    Part of a series that features a wide variety of video footage, photographs, diagrams and colorful, animated graphics and labels. Begins with a simple definition of the term and concludes with a critical thinking question. For this particular video, students will focus on the term density. Part of the Science Video Vocab Series.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Math equations written on a chalk board. Spanish captions.

    Part of a series that features a wide variety of video footage, photographs, diagrams and colorful, animated graphics and labels. Begins with a simple definition of the term and concludes with a critical thinking question. For this particular video, students will focus on the term scalars. Part of the Science Video Vocab Series.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • A chalkboard with math equations. Spanish captions.

    Part of a series that features a wide variety of video footage, photographs, diagrams and colorful, animated graphics and labels. Begins with a simple definition of the term and concludes with a critical thinking question. For this particular video, students will focus on the scientific theory. Part of the Science Video Vocab Series.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Math equations written on a clear board. Caption: the motion of objects in the world.

    Part of a series that features a wide variety of video footage, photographs, diagrams and colorful, animated graphics and labels. Begins with a simple definition of the term and concludes with a critical thinking question. For this particular video, students will focus on the term kinematics. Part of the Science Video Vocab Series.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Illustration of a soccer ball with lines moving away at 90, 0, and 315 degrees. Spanish captions.

    A soccer stadium is perfect to put to test the principals of physics, math, biology and technology. How to generate certain effect by kicking a ball? With what angle are we able to achieve the longest distance? How is a fixture put together for an Argentine soccer tournament?

    (Source: DCMP)

  • A chalkboard with math equations. Caption: and has not been disproved becomes a theory.

    Part of a series that features a wide variety of video footage, photographs, diagrams and colorful, animated graphics and labels. Begins with a simple definition of the term and concludes with a critical thinking question. For this particular video, students will focus on the scientific theory. Part of the Science Video Vocab Series.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • A person wearing a green shirt and an orange vest carrying a measuring stick works in a forest.  Caption: I'm not stuck at a desk. My job changes.

    Hear from a forest services manager who leads projects for forest health and sustainability. He discusses the importance of math, science, writing, and communication in the field of forestry. Learn about the many careers available in the area of natural sciences. Part of the "Career Connections" series.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • A circular ring of tears on a wine glass. Caption: 5 X speed. Credits, Claudia Falcon.

    In this episode, host Dianna Cowern meets with math experts to discuss the phenomenon of "wine tears." They conduct experiments with various types of liquids to try and uncover the science behind this mystery. Part of the "Physics Girl" series. Please note this title uses alcoholic beverages as the basis for the experiments.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • An angled roof covered in solar panels on top of a reflective building with "Third Sun Solar" and a logo on the side. Caption: We mount solar panels on roofs, we create energy,

    Meet Peter Kachenko, director of operations at Third Sun Solar, and find out how to prepare for a career as an energy analyst. Math, accounting, and science are key topics to focus on when preparing to enter this profession. Part of the "Career Connections" series.

    (Source: DCMP)