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His Own Best Subject: A Visit to B.F. Skinner's Basement
produced by Frances Davidson, fl. 2008 (San Luis Obispo, CA: Davidson Films, 2000), 15 mins
B.F. Skinner applied his unique behavioral principles to his own life. In this film, his daughter, Julie Vargas, gives us a tour of the basement study in which he wrote many of his books and articles. Skinner developed wonderfully ingenious gadgets designed to enhance his workspace, and he created clever ways of o...
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produced by Frances Davidson, fl. 2008 (San Luis Obispo, CA: Davidson Films, 2000), 15 mins
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B.F. Skinner applied his unique behavioral principles to his own life. In this film, his daughter, Julie Vargas, gives us a tour of the basement study in which he wrote many of his books and articles. Skinner developed wonderfully ingenious gadgets designed to enhance his workspace, and he created clever ways of organizing the writing that was the central focus of the SKINNER WITH PIGEONS last decades of his life.
Field of Study
Education
Content Type
Biography
Contributor
Deborah Skinner-Buzan, fl. 2011, Yvonne Blue, fl. 2011, Julie S. Vargas, Frances Davidson, fl. 2008
Date Published / Released
2000
Publisher
Davidson Films
Person Discussed
B. F. Skinner, 1904-1990
Topic / Theme
School and Educational Psychology, Educational Research, Pigeon Experiment, Experimental Design, Education, Learning and Conditioning, Experiments, Conditioning, Behavior modification, Behavioral psychology
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Copyright © 2000 by Davidson Films Inc.
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B.F. Skinner: A Fresh Appraisal
directed by John Davidson; produced by Frances Davidson, fl. 2008 (San Luis Obispo, CA: Davidson Films, 1999), 41 mins
Other than Freud, no psychologist has been so discussed, critiqued and, at times, maligned as B.F. Skinner. Using both archival and recent film, this video takes a new look at who the man was, and what he really said in his twenty books. Like other thinkers who broke new ground, Skinner had to invent his own vocab...
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directed by John Davidson; produced by Frances Davidson, fl. 2008 (San Luis Obispo, CA: Davidson Films, 1999), 41 mins
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Other than Freud, no psychologist has been so discussed, critiqued and, at times, maligned as B.F. Skinner. Using both archival and recent film, this video takes a new look at who the man was, and what he really said in his twenty books. Like other thinkers who broke new ground, Skinner had to invent his own vocabulary to describe the phenomena he was studying. In this film, his terms are introduced in context so the student understands how they...
Other than Freud, no psychologist has been so discussed, critiqued and, at times, maligned as B.F. Skinner. Using both archival and recent film, this video takes a new look at who the man was, and what he really said in his twenty books. Like other thinkers who broke new ground, Skinner had to invent his own vocabulary to describe the phenomena he was studying. In this film, his terms are introduced in context so the student understands how they were intended to be used and the research that produced them. The film lays to rest some myths and credits Skinner with contributions not often attributed to him.
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Field of Study
Education
Content Type
Biography
Contributor
Murray Sidman, fl. 2011, Frances Davidson, fl. 2008
Author / Creator
John Davidson
Date Published / Released
1999
Publisher
Davidson Films
Person Discussed
B. F. Skinner, 1904-1990
Topic / Theme
School and Educational Psychology, Behavior, Foundations of Education, Pigeon Experiment, Quantitative Research, Observation Methods, Between Groups Design, Education, Learning and Conditioning, Biology and Human Behavior, Negative reinforcement, Reinforcement, Quantitative research, Behavioral psychology, Classical conditioning
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Copyright © 1999 by Davidson Films Inc.
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In Their Own Words, Jim Henson
produced by Julee Margulies Metz, fl. 1999-2016 and Jensen Oliver Moon, 1987-, in In Their Own Words (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2015), 55 mins
Explore the incredible life of the man behind The Muppets and so much more. Follow Jim Henson's career as he transcended puppetry to become one of the most creative, prolific, and influential artists of his time. Journey into his first work with the Muppets in the early 1950s during television's Golden Age, up to...
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produced by Julee Margulies Metz, fl. 1999-2016 and Jensen Oliver Moon, 1987-, in In Their Own Words (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2015), 55 mins
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Explore the incredible life of the man behind The Muppets and so much more. Follow Jim Henson's career as he transcended puppetry to become one of the most creative, prolific, and influential artists of his time. Journey into his first work with the Muppets in the early 1950s during television's Golden Age, up to his sudden and shocking death in 1990. Witness key events unfold in his life, from his early television work with the Muppets while sti...
Explore the incredible life of the man behind The Muppets and so much more. Follow Jim Henson's career as he transcended puppetry to become one of the most creative, prolific, and influential artists of his time. Journey into his first work with the Muppets in the early 1950s during television's Golden Age, up to his sudden and shocking death in 1990. Witness key events unfold in his life, from his early television work with the Muppets while still a student at the University of Maryland and his commercial work and network appearances in the late 1950s and early 1960s, to his breakthrough with Sesame Street, The Muppet Show, Fraggle Rock, and his groundbreaking fantasy films Dark Crystal and Labyrinth. Hear from his children, Lisa, Cheryl, Brian, and Heather Henson. And enjoy firsthand memories shared by friends like Frank Oz, Candice Bergen, Willard Scott, director John Landis, former Disney CEO Michael Eisner, and Sesame Street cast members Bob McGrath and Carroll Spinney.
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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Biography
Contributor
Julee Margulies Metz, fl. 1999-2016, Jensen Oliver Moon, 1987-, Brian Unger, 1965-
Date Published / Released
2015
Publisher
Public Broadcasting Service
Series
In Their Own Words
Speaker / Narrator
Brian Unger, 1965-
Person Discussed
Jim Henson, 1936-1990
Topic / Theme
Television programs, Puppets and puppet shows, Film producers
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John Dewey: His Life and Work
directed by John Davidson; produced by Frances Davidson, fl. 2008 (San Luis Obispo, CA: Davidson Films, 2001), 41 mins
John Dewey wrote extensively about philosophy, psychology, education, political science, and the arts. In his very full 92 years of life (1859-1952), he not only wrote about the breadth of life, he participated in it as a teacher, social critic, political activist and involved family man. This fully produced video...
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directed by John Davidson; produced by Frances Davidson, fl. 2008 (San Luis Obispo, CA: Davidson Films, 2001), 41 mins
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John Dewey wrote extensively about philosophy, psychology, education, political science, and the arts. In his very full 92 years of life (1859-1952), he not only wrote about the breadth of life, he participated in it as a teacher, social critic, political activist and involved family man. This fully produced video introduces students to his philosophy and his critical studies of education, the arts and the implications of democracy for the lives...
John Dewey wrote extensively about philosophy, psychology, education, political science, and the arts. In his very full 92 years of life (1859-1952), he not only wrote about the breadth of life, he participated in it as a teacher, social critic, political activist and involved family man. This fully produced video introduces students to his philosophy and his critical studies of education, the arts and the implications of democracy for the lives of individuals and their communities.
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Field of Study
Education
Content Type
Biography
Contributor
Larry Hickman, fl. 2011, Frances Davidson, fl. 2008
Author / Creator
John Davidson
Date Published / Released
2001
Publisher
Davidson Films
Person Discussed
John Dewey, 1859-1952
Topic / Theme
Foundations of Education, Learning Styles, School and Educational Psychology, Education
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2001 by Davidson Films Inc.
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Vygotsky's Developmental Theory: An Introduction
directed by John Davidson; produced by Frances Davidson, fl. 2008 (San Luis Obispo, CA: Davidson Films, 1994), 28 mins
The work of Lev Vygotsky is increasingly cited as we reconsider the theory and practice of constructivist education. This program introduces the life, vocabulary and concepts of Lev Vygotsky. The video illustrates four basic concepts integral to his work: Children construct knowledge, learning can lead development...
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directed by John Davidson; produced by Frances Davidson, fl. 2008 (San Luis Obispo, CA: Davidson Films, 1994), 28 mins
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The work of Lev Vygotsky is increasingly cited as we reconsider the theory and practice of constructivist education. This program introduces the life, vocabulary and concepts of Lev Vygotsky. The video illustrates four basic concepts integral to his work: Children construct knowledge, learning can lead development, development cannot be separated from its social context, and language plays a central role in cognitive development. Elena Bodrova br...
The work of Lev Vygotsky is increasingly cited as we reconsider the theory and practice of constructivist education. This program introduces the life, vocabulary and concepts of Lev Vygotsky. The video illustrates four basic concepts integral to his work: Children construct knowledge, learning can lead development, development cannot be separated from its social context, and language plays a central role in cognitive development. Elena Bodrova brings an easy familiarity to these concepts. Deborah Leong's commentary and the lively classroom examples enable students, teachers in training, and classroom teachers to incorporate these concepts into their understanding of child development.
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Field of Study
Education
Content Type
Biography
Contributor
Deborah Leong, fl. 1994, Elena Bodrova, fl. 1994, Frances Davidson, fl. 2008
Author / Creator
John Davidson
Date Published / Released
1994
Publisher
Davidson Films
Person Discussed
Lev Semyonovich Vygotsky, 1896-1934
Topic / Theme
School and Educational Psychology, Early Childhood Education, Foundations of Education, Education
Copyright Message
Copyright © 1994 by Davidson Films Inc.
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Erik H. Erikson: A Life's Work
directed by John Davidson; produced by Frances Davidson, fl. 2008 (San Luis Obispo, CA: Davidson Films, 1991), 38 mins
Narrated by Erikson's colleague, Margaret Brenman-Gibson, Ph.D. and Ruthie Mickles, Ph.D. Using archival materials, this film introduces students to the rich wisdom of Erik H. Erikson. Best known for his identification of the eight stages of the life cycle, Erikson spent a lifetime observing and studying the way i...
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directed by John Davidson; produced by Frances Davidson, fl. 2008 (San Luis Obispo, CA: Davidson Films, 1991), 38 mins
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Narrated by Erikson's colleague, Margaret Brenman-Gibson, Ph.D. and Ruthie Mickles, Ph.D. Using archival materials, this film introduces students to the rich wisdom of Erik H. Erikson. Best known for his identification of the eight stages of the life cycle, Erikson spent a lifetime observing and studying the way in which the interplay of genetics, cultural influences and unique experiences produces individual human lives. This film combines biogr...
Narrated by Erikson's colleague, Margaret Brenman-Gibson, Ph.D. and Ruthie Mickles, Ph.D. Using archival materials, this film introduces students to the rich wisdom of Erik H. Erikson. Best known for his identification of the eight stages of the life cycle, Erikson spent a lifetime observing and studying the way in which the interplay of genetics, cultural influences and unique experiences produces individual human lives. This film combines biographical information about Erikson with his theoretical proposals to give students an understanding of the relationship between the life experience of a theorist and the work that is produced.
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Field of Study
Education
Content Type
Biography
Contributor
Margaret Brenman-Gibson, fl. 1992, Frances Davidson, fl. 2008
Author / Creator
John Davidson
Date Published / Released
1991
Publisher
Davidson Films
Person Discussed
Erik H. Erikson, 1902-1994
Topic / Theme
Crisis Management, Behavior, Education
Copyright Message
Copyright © 1991 by Davidson Films Inc.
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John Bowlby: Attachment Theory Across Generations
directed by John Davidson; produced by Frances Davidson, fl. 2008 (San Luis Obispo, CA: Davidson Films, 2007), 39 mins
John Bowlby's Attachment Theory shows how relational patterns set early in life affect emotional bonds later in life. This film's focus is on attachment theory as it explains many aspects of personality development from childhood through to adulthood. The film is a companion piece to our very popular 2005 release...
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directed by John Davidson; produced by Frances Davidson, fl. 2008 (San Luis Obispo, CA: Davidson Films, 2007), 39 mins
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John Bowlby's Attachment Theory shows how relational patterns set early in life affect emotional bonds later in life. This film's focus is on attachment theory as it explains many aspects of personality development from childhood through to adulthood. The film is a companion piece to our very popular 2005 release on Bowlby's colleague, Mary Ainsworth, which was centered largely on the development of attachment relationships in infancy. The film a...
John Bowlby's Attachment Theory shows how relational patterns set early in life affect emotional bonds later in life. This film's focus is on attachment theory as it explains many aspects of personality development from childhood through to adulthood. The film is a companion piece to our very popular 2005 release on Bowlby's colleague, Mary Ainsworth, which was centered largely on the development of attachment relationships in infancy. The film addresses issues related to attachment in later life as people seek to establish new ties and cope with separations and losses. Therapeutic applications of the theory as developed by Dr. Bowlby and others are illustrated, along with new insights that neuroscience brings us to understand the legacy of attachment histories.
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Field of Study
Education
Content Type
Biography
Contributor
Howard Steele, fl. 2007, Frances Davidson, fl. 2008
Author / Creator
John Davidson
Date Published / Released
2007
Publisher
Davidson Films
Person Discussed
John Bowlby, 1907-1990
Topic / Theme
Behavior, Foundations of Education, School and Educational Psychology, Education
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2007 by Davidson Films Inc.
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Lily: A Longitudinal View of Life with Down Syndrome
directed by Elizabeth Grace; produced by Elizabeth Grace (San Luis Obispo, CA: Davidson Films, 1978), 45 mins
This video explores the life Lily, a girl born with Down's Syndrome, through her challenges and triumphs in life from birth all the way into her 30s.
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directed by Elizabeth Grace; produced by Elizabeth Grace (San Luis Obispo, CA: Davidson Films, 1978), 45 mins
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This video explores the life Lily, a girl born with Down's Syndrome, through her challenges and triumphs in life from birth all the way into her 30s.
Field of Study
Education
Content Type
Biography
Contributor
Elizabeth Grace, Lily Emen, 1968-
Author / Creator
Elizabeth Grace
Date Published / Released
1978
Publisher
Davidson Films
Person Discussed
Lily Emen, 1968-
Topic / Theme
Learning Styles, Special Education, Educational Research, Down syndrome, Education, Late 20th Century (1975–2000)
Copyright Message
Copyright © 1978 by Davidson Films Inc.
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Maria Montessori: Her Life and Legacy
directed by John Davidson; produced by Frances Davidson, fl. 2008 (San Luis Obispo, CA: Davidson Films, 2004), 35 mins
Montessori's conception of the changing roles the classroom environment and teacher should play for students of various ages is presented with carefully shot film of toddler, preschool, elementary school and secondary classes at work in accredited Montessori schools. Students will also learn of Dr. Montessori's ow...
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directed by John Davidson; produced by Frances Davidson, fl. 2008 (San Luis Obispo, CA: Davidson Films, 2004), 35 mins
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Montessori's conception of the changing roles the classroom environment and teacher should play for students of various ages is presented with carefully shot film of toddler, preschool, elementary school and secondary classes at work in accredited Montessori schools. Students will also learn of Dr. Montessori's own dramatic life through archival visuals and will be challenged to think about what they think are the components of exemplary educatio...
Montessori's conception of the changing roles the classroom environment and teacher should play for students of various ages is presented with carefully shot film of toddler, preschool, elementary school and secondary classes at work in accredited Montessori schools. Students will also learn of Dr. Montessori's own dramatic life through archival visuals and will be challenged to think about what they think are the components of exemplary educational practice.
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Field of Study
Education
Content Type
Biography
Contributor
Annette Haines, fl. 2011, Frances Davidson, fl. 2008
Author / Creator
John Davidson
Date Published / Released
2004
Publisher
Davidson Films
Person Discussed
Maria Montessori, 1870-1952
Topic / Theme
Foundations of Education, Teaching Methods, Early Childhood Education, Education
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2004 by Davidson Films Inc.
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William James: The Psychology of Possibility
directed by John Davidson; produced by Frances Davidson, fl. 2008 (San Luis Obispo, CA: Davidson Films, 2011), 40 mins
William James, more than anyone else, was responsible for introducing the wide range of topics that now comprise the broad field of psychology. In his magnificent text, The Principles of Psychology, he explored and expanded what was then known about neuroscience, cognition, emotion, perception, and behavior and le...
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directed by John Davidson; produced by Frances Davidson, fl. 2008 (San Luis Obispo, CA: Davidson Films, 2011), 40 mins
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William James, more than anyone else, was responsible for introducing the wide range of topics that now comprise the broad field of psychology. In his magnificent text, The Principles of Psychology, he explored and expanded what was then known about neuroscience, cognition, emotion, perception, and behavior and left a legacy of inquiry into the workings of human experience that still fuels this social science.
This film presents some of James's m...
William James, more than anyone else, was responsible for introducing the wide range of topics that now comprise the broad field of psychology. In his magnificent text, The Principles of Psychology, he explored and expanded what was then known about neuroscience, cognition, emotion, perception, and behavior and left a legacy of inquiry into the workings of human experience that still fuels this social science.
This film presents some of James's most important formulations, including his discussions of habit, consciousness, will, and religious experience with current live-action illustrations. Dr. McDermott's commentary reminds viewers that James's work also prods us to lead our own individual lives with courage, openness to possibilities and awareness to what James referred to as the "fringe" of experience. This fringe includes the hunches, un-expressible feelings, and haunting memories that influence our thoughts and actions.
An interview with a young recovering alcoholic and an account of James's own struggle with suicidal depression make this film an emotionally moving experience as well as an instructional one for students.
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Field of Study
Education
Content Type
Biography
Contributor
John J. McDermott, Frances Davidson, fl. 2008
Author / Creator
John Davidson
Date Published / Released
2011
Publisher
Davidson Films
Person Discussed
William James, 1842-1910
Topic / Theme
Foundations of Education, Behavior, School and Educational Psychology, Education
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2011 Davidson Films, Inc.
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