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World-famous magician Angelo Mysterioso can’t do a trick. No matter how hard he studies his craft, he can’t get it right. Enter skills coach Ray Roundtree, who enlightens the magician on learning styles—visual, auditory, and kinaesthetic—and how important they are for developing effective study skills. Angelo is so impressed, he takes the show on the road.
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How can evidence be presented for maximum effectiveness in arguments? Simply laying it all out is not always enough, but hiding parts of it is not the answer, either. This program begins by illustrating the meaning and significance of evidence and the presentation of evidence in numbers, percentages, rates, and over time. An argument against zoos then gives viewers the opportunity to evaluate how evidence is used to support the arguments being made....
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According to several IQ studies, our intelligence is declining as populations grow. Why should that be? And is IQ an adequate measure of human intelligence - the amazing faculty that has enabled us to achieve dominion over nature? Scientists from many different fields are scrutinizing our intelligence, be it innate (genetic) or acquired through environment, education and learning processes, in an attempt to determine what intelligence really is. Meanwhile,...
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Rough, soft, smooth, cold, or warm. We encounter so many different textures and sensations on a daily basis. Our sense of touch is able to recognize a lot of things, even when we don't use our eyes. But how does touch connect to our brain? FMRI studies show, that touch has a wide impact on the brain. It influences our sensations, movements, and thought processes, as well as our ability to learn new movements.
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Human consciousness is the most mysterious phenomenon in the universe. Not only does it exist; it is sophisticated beyond understanding. The big issue: does the immaterial reality of human consciousness point to an immaterial mind behind the universe? Examining the evidence from 'the God gene' to near death experience, this episode brings the final clash of views of this God question series.
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If there are optical illusions that trick your eyes, there are also some auditory illusions that play with sound. Or rather, use sound to play with you! Can you imagine sound being able to affect how you feel? Some sounds will make you feel as if you are being moved-literally! The ranges of sound that surround us every day are infinite. Sometimes we are so used to hearing them, that nothing seems unusual. But by learning new ways to hear-and listen-we...
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Unconscious inference, or unconscious conclusion, is part of a theory on visual perception that says that human vision is incomplete and details are inferred by the unconscious mind to create a complete picture. It's like our brains are adapting to the loss, and it is filling in the blanks, sort of like a 'connect the dots' game. The world has provided us with a lot of existing forms of magical illusions. Sometimes, we don't always notice them. Some...
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You've probably played a game of hide and seek at least once in your lifetime. Somebody closes their eyes; counts to ten, while the rest of the players go out and hide. Usually, they stay in places where they can remain unseen; it would be quite difficult for them to hide while in plain view, right? It is fun to learn that there are various ways to manipulate our views, and at times we can hardly believe our eyes. Who knew, all it may take are a few...
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What is consciousness? Where do our thoughts come from? What are the connections between mind and matter? Even today, no one knows the answers. Human consciousness - the small inner voice that says "I", through which we apprehend the world, is one of the greatest mysteries in contemporary science. Scientists believe that our thoughts and feelings do not spring from a disembodied mind but from the body, and specifically from one particular organ: the...
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There are so many different tastes and flavors. Sweet, sour, salty. Our tongue can encounter so many different types of food, especially if we're adventurous. Taste cells in our mouth and throat form taste buds. These isolated taste buds are scattered on the surface of our palate and our throat. Our tongue and nose are very significant organs, allowing us to enjoy the many great things life has to offer. The truth is, it affects more than just our...
12) Focus Pocus
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In this episode we explore your brain's constant battle between attention and distraction by investigating all the ways you focus, from visual processing to mental filtering to prioritizing attention. So pay close attention: your life may depend on it!
13) Motion Commotion
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When it comes to motion, seeing isn't always believing. Through a series of mind-bending games, you'll learn how the hard wiring of the brain perceives motion and how that perception doesn't always match reality.
14) Credibility
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What is credibility, and why is it so important? This program begins with an exploration of the concept of credibility and illustrates the key criteria of motive, bias, vested interest, neutrality, ability to perceive, and expertise. A reconstruction of a famous murder case from the 1920s is then used to provide the material for viewers to evaluate the credibility of the evidence that was used. Finally, critical thinking author and former chief examiner...
15) Notetaking
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The skills students need to effectively record and learn information presented in class are outlined in this program. Featured is the Cornell Notetaking Method, which stresses organization and prompt review. A notebook page format that divides information into actual notes and student comments is central to both accurate Notetaking and meaningful study. Suggestions are provided on when and how often notes should be reviewed for maximum learning benefit....
16) Assumptions
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It's natural to make assumptions. In some ways they save time and help people make effective decisions. But assumptions can sometimes be very wrong. This program offers exercises that illustrate the use of assumptions and that help students hone their critical thinking skills. Viewers are asked to find the assumptions in a film and discussion about the rise in binge drinking among young women, after which author Roy van den Brink-Budgen (Critical...
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For centuries, men and women seem to have baffled each other. Are boys really better at math and spatial skills? Are girls better at empathy? What makes us have different strengths and weaknesses? And are these innate or are they shaped by cultural influences? Dr. Alice Roberts and Dr. Michael Mosley investigate the latest neuroimaging techniques and behavioral studies to determine whether men and women are wired differently. If they are, could this...
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By defining critical thinking and examining how it's applied to the process of problem-solving, this two-section program will show viewers how to handle whatever challenges come their way. An in-class discussion segment on critical thinking explains how to rationally assess a statement and express disagreement, while a similar segment on problem-solving considers what to do when preparing for what appears to be an overwhelmingly tough exam. Correlates...
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People who do well in business and sport often have a lot in common - they have successful thinking habits. This useful video helps define some of these habits and focuses on uncovering your locks; identifying your scripts; voicing the goals; using time effectively; having chutzpah, confidence, stamina and persistence; and doing it now!
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This program outlines a concise three-step process for understanding and retaining information. The steps include exposure, review, and practice. Class attendance is stressed for maximum exposure to material. Valuable advice is provided on how to distill weekly lecture notes into a meaningful study guide. Methods for retrieving information learned include recitation and group study.