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4) Biometrics
Language
English
Description
Technology is taking the field of biometrics to new levels of accuracy and efficiency. But is the price of such security, achieved by turning over unique bodily information to governments and private companies, too high? And is biometric data really as foolproof as its proponents say? This program travels the globe to showcase examples of high-tech biometrics in action, including electronic recognition of iris patterns, fingerprints, faces, hand vein...
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English
Description
After a brief history of electronics starting with valves and vacuum tubes, this program explains the operation of semiconductors, diodes, and transistors. It covers the electronic band structure of conductors, insulators, and semiconductors; doping to boost the conductivity of n- and p-type semiconductors; the functioning of LEDs and photodiodes used in remote control devices and DVD readers; how NPN transistors work; and the action of MOSFETs, core...
Language
English
Description
The importance of error and uncertainty in scientific measurement showcases studies of students estimating and reporting the uncertainties in their measurements. The program deals with these questions: why is measurement important in science? Why is uncertainty inevitable in scientific measurements? The importance of multiple measurements and of averaging the results, outliers, how to estimate the range of uncertainty in a measurement, accuracy, and...
8) War
Language
English
Description
Wherever political, religious, racial, or ideological interests collide, diplomacy and tolerance historically yield to the barbarity of war. In this program, political scientist Charles-Philippe David; Jean-Louis Dufour, editor-in-chief of the magazine Defense; and historians Robert O'Connell, Andre Corviser, and Laurent Henninger trace the history of warfare from its remote origins to the present day and discuss if it is avoidable or if it is an...
Language
English
Description
"While advancing their reading and writing skills to the next level, kids will have fun exploring games, traveling through new worlds, and embarking on reading adventures. - Practice phonics - Learn how to spell - Focus on early reading and writing skills - Explore interactive stories" - Publisher description.
Language
English
Description
"Kids will learn their ABCs and take their first steps into the world of independent reading with these games, storybooks, and interactive learning tools. This SuperPack contains 2X as many apps as the standard Launchpad. Develop vocabulary ; Master letter and word sounds ; Learn all about animals"--Publisher description.
12) Dash to class!
Language
English
Description
"Elementary students will keep their minds sharp with these interactive games and activities designed to prepare them for the school year ahead.; This SuperPack contains 2X as many apps as the Standard Launchpad; Improve reading and comprehension skills; Master math skills; Learn sign language."--
Language
中文(繁體)
Description
"Kids will have fun learning Chinese and strengthening their English language and vocabulary skills with these engaging educational games. This structured course teaches basic vocabulary, pronunciation, singular and plural nouns, verbs, parts of speech, and so much more. Use context clues to enhance learning; Learn the names for animals, parts of the body, food items, and more; Practice the names of colors and numbers; Build motor skills and concentration"--...
16) Fun Spanish!
Language
English
Description
"Kids will have fun learning the Spanish language with these engaging games. This structured course teaches basic vocabulary, pronunciation, singular and plural nouns, verbs, parts of speech, and so much more."--
17) Math marvel!
Language
English
Description
"Kids dive deep into a world of math adventures that will help them develop confidence, learn new skills, master addition and subtraction, and so much more! This SuperPack contains 2X as many apps as the standard Launchpad; Practice addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; Learn to tell time; Explore money math"--Publisher description.
Language
Français
Description
"Kids will have fun learning the French language with these engaging educational games. This structured course teaches basic vocabulary, pronunciation, singular and plural nouns, verbs, parts of speech, and so much more. Use context clues to enhance learning; Learn the names for animals, parts of the body, food items, and more; Practice the names of colors and numbers; Build motor skills and concentration"--
20) Ready spaghetti!
Language
English
Description
"Kids will develop fundamental reading and writing skills in a world of games, storybooks, and activities. This SuperPack contains 2X as many apps as the standard Launchpad; Explore letters and letter sounds; Read along with favorite books; Sharpen critical thinking skills"--Publisher description.