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Design Squad, Season 3, Episode 4, Water Rescue Part 2
directed by Dorothy Dickie, fl. 2001; produced by Dorothy Dickie, fl. 2001, WGBH Boston, in Design Squad, Season 3, Episode 4 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2009), 25 mins
The Design Squads build remote-controlled, aquatic pet rescue vehicles for the New Orleans Fire Department.
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directed by Dorothy Dickie, fl. 2001; produced by Dorothy Dickie, fl. 2001, WGBH Boston, in Design Squad, Season 3, Episode 4 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2009), 25 mins
Description
The Design Squads build remote-controlled, aquatic pet rescue vehicles for the New Orleans Fire Department.
Field of Study
Global Issues
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Dorothy Dickie, fl. 2001, WGBH Boston
Author / Creator
Dorothy Dickie, fl. 2001
Date Published / Released
2009
Publisher
Public Broadcasting Service
Series
Design Squad
Topic / Theme
Youth, Mechanical engineering
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2009 WGBH Educational Foundation
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e2, Season 2, Episode 2, Energy for a Developing World
directed by Tad Fettig, fl. 1995-2016; produced by Midori Willoughby, fl. 2006, kontentreal, in e2, Season 2, Episode 2 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2007), 25 mins
A cleaner energy future depends, in large part, on responsible energy consumption in the developing world. Founded by Nobel Peace Prize-winner Muhammad Yunus, the Grameen Shakti organization in Bangladesh distributes small solar systems and portable bio-gas systems to rural Bangladeshis, empowering women and the p...
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directed by Tad Fettig, fl. 1995-2016; produced by Midori Willoughby, fl. 2006, kontentreal, in e2, Season 2, Episode 2 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2007), 25 mins
Description
A cleaner energy future depends, in large part, on responsible energy consumption in the developing world. Founded by Nobel Peace Prize-winner Muhammad Yunus, the Grameen Shakti organization in Bangladesh distributes small solar systems and portable bio-gas systems to rural Bangladeshis, empowering women and the poor in the process.
Field of Study
Environmental Studies
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Midori Willoughby, fl. 2006, kontentreal, Morgan Freeman, 1937-
Author / Creator
Tad Fettig, fl. 1995-2016
Date Published / Released
2007
Publisher
Public Broadcasting Service
Series
e2
Speaker / Narrator
Morgan Freeman, 1937-
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2007 Public Broadcasting Service (PBS)
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e2, Season 2, Episode 6, Coal & Nuclear: Problem or Solution
directed by Tad Fettig, fl. 1995-2016; produced by Midori Willoughby, fl. 2006, kontentreal, in e2, Season 2, Episode 6 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2007), 25 mins
Renewables, biofuels, solar, wind and other energy sources may be alternatives to fossil fuel, but it is impossible to ignore the ubiquity of coal and the power capabilities of nuclear, despite their many drawbacks. These controversial resources may be major players in a sustainable energy future, however, thanks...
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directed by Tad Fettig, fl. 1995-2016; produced by Midori Willoughby, fl. 2006, kontentreal, in e2, Season 2, Episode 6 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2007), 25 mins
Description
Renewables, biofuels, solar, wind and other energy sources may be alternatives to fossil fuel, but it is impossible to ignore the ubiquity of coal and the power capabilities of nuclear, despite their many drawbacks. These controversial resources may be major players in a sustainable energy future, however, thanks to new developments in carbon capture and sequestration and improved nuclear technologies.
Field of Study
Environmental Studies
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Midori Willoughby, fl. 2006, kontentreal, Morgan Freeman, 1937-
Author / Creator
Tad Fettig, fl. 1995-2016
Date Published / Released
2007
Publisher
Public Broadcasting Service
Series
e2
Speaker / Narrator
Morgan Freeman, 1937-
Topic / Theme
Pollution prevention, Pollution, Renewable natural resources, Conservation of natural resources, Climate change
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2007 Public Broadcasting Service (PBS)
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NOVA, Season 44, Episode 12, Death Dive to Saturn
directed by Terri Randall, fl. 1997-2019; produced by Terri Randall, fl. 1997-2019, WGBH Educational Foundation and NOVA, in NOVA, Season 44, Episode 12 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2017), 54 mins
For over a decade, the Cassini space probe has been sending us dazzling images of Saturn’s breathtaking rings and mysterious moons. Now NOVA takes you on a suspenseful ride during Cassini’s final hours as it dives into Saturn’s atmosphere.
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directed by Terri Randall, fl. 1997-2019; produced by Terri Randall, fl. 1997-2019, WGBH Educational Foundation and NOVA, in NOVA, Season 44, Episode 12 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2017), 54 mins
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For over a decade, the Cassini space probe has been sending us dazzling images of Saturn’s breathtaking rings and mysterious moons. Now NOVA takes you on a suspenseful ride during Cassini’s final hours as it dives into Saturn’s atmosphere. Adult High School College
Field of Study
Science
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Terri Randall, fl. 1997-2019, WGBH Educational Foundation, NOVA, Craig Sechler, fl. 1990
Author / Creator
Terri Randall, fl. 1997-2019
Date Published / Released
2017
Publisher
Public Broadcasting Service
Series
NOVA
Speaker / Narrator
Craig Sechler, fl. 1990
Topic / Theme
Planets, Spacecraft
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2017 WGBH Educational Foundation
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American Experience, New York Underground
written by Elena Mannes, fl. 2002; produced by Libby Kreutz and Elena Mannes, fl. 2002, in American Experience (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 1997), 53 mins
Ever since its grand opening in 1904, New York City's subway has remained the largest subway system in the world, with more than 700 miles of track and a billion passengers per year.
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written by Elena Mannes, fl. 2002; produced by Libby Kreutz and Elena Mannes, fl. 2002, in American Experience (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 1997), 53 mins
Description
Ever since its grand opening in 1904, New York City's subway has remained the largest subway system in the world, with more than 700 miles of track and a billion passengers per year.
Field of Study
Global Issues
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Libby Kreutz, Elena Mannes, fl. 2002, Len Cariou, 1939-
Author / Creator
Elena Mannes, fl. 2002
Date Published / Released
2005, 1997
Publisher
Public Broadcasting Service
Series
American Experience
Speaker / Narrator
Len Cariou, 1939-
Topic / Theme
Subway trains
Copyright Message
Copyright © 1997 Public Broadcasting Service (PBS)
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Design Squad, Season 3, Episode 2, Crash-Test Rugby
directed by Dorothy Dickie, fl. 2001; produced by Dorothy Dickie, fl. 2001, WGBH Boston, in Design Squad, Season 3, Episode 2 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2009), 26 mins
U.S. Paralympic athlete and wheelchair rugby player Kerri Morgan asks the teams to track her every move on the court by building an automated wheelchair that simulates a defensive player on the attack.
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directed by Dorothy Dickie, fl. 2001; produced by Dorothy Dickie, fl. 2001, WGBH Boston, in Design Squad, Season 3, Episode 2 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2009), 26 mins
Description
U.S. Paralympic athlete and wheelchair rugby player Kerri Morgan asks the teams to track her every move on the court by building an automated wheelchair that simulates a defensive player on the attack.
Field of Study
Global Issues
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Dorothy Dickie, fl. 2001, WGBH Boston
Author / Creator
Dorothy Dickie, fl. 2001
Date Published / Released
2009
Publisher
Public Broadcasting Service
Series
Design Squad
Topic / Theme
Sports, Wheelchairs, Youth, Mechanical engineering
Copyright Message
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Design Squad, Season 3, Episode 3, Water Rescue Part 1
directed by Dorothy Dickie, fl. 2001; produced by Dorothy Dickie, fl. 2001, WGBH Boston, in Design Squad, Season 3, Episode 3 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2009), 27 mins
The Design Squads build remote-controlled, aquatic pet rescue vehicles for the New Orleans Fire Department.
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directed by Dorothy Dickie, fl. 2001; produced by Dorothy Dickie, fl. 2001, WGBH Boston, in Design Squad, Season 3, Episode 3 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2009), 27 mins
Description
The Design Squads build remote-controlled, aquatic pet rescue vehicles for the New Orleans Fire Department.
Field of Study
Global Issues
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Dorothy Dickie, fl. 2001, WGBH Boston
Author / Creator
Dorothy Dickie, fl. 2001
Date Published / Released
2009
Publisher
Public Broadcasting Service
Series
Design Squad
Topic / Theme
Youth, Mechanical engineering
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2009 WGBH Educational Foundation
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Design Squad, Season 3, Episode 9, Escape from Misery Island Part 1
produced by Kate Taylor, 1962-, WGBH Boston, in Design Squad, Season 3, Episode 9 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2009), 27 mins
In the final showdown, the teams test their sea legs by building sailboats to race across the open ocean. The captain of the winning team is awarded a $10,000 college scholarship from the Intel Foundation.
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produced by Kate Taylor, 1962-, WGBH Boston, in Design Squad, Season 3, Episode 9 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2009), 27 mins
Description
In the final showdown, the teams test their sea legs by building sailboats to race across the open ocean. The captain of the winning team is awarded a $10,000 college scholarship from the Intel Foundation.
Field of Study
Education
Content Type
Instructional material
Contributor
Kate Taylor, 1962-, WGBH Boston
Date Published / Released
2009
Publisher
Public Broadcasting Service
Series
Design Squad
Topic / Theme
Diversity, Scholarships, Sailboat racing, Middle, Secondary, Post Secondary
Copyright Message
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e2, Season 2, Episode 5, State of Resolve
directed by Tad Fettig, fl. 1995-2016; produced by Midori Willoughby, fl. 2006, kontentreal, in e2, Season 2, Episode 5 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2007), 25 mins
Could California's progressive energy policies spearhead a nationwide shift toward cleaner energy? The remarkable laws that California has passed under Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger to regulate greenhouse gas emissions perpetuate the state's reputation for environmental leadership across the country, and potentially...
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directed by Tad Fettig, fl. 1995-2016; produced by Midori Willoughby, fl. 2006, kontentreal, in e2, Season 2, Episode 5 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2007), 25 mins
Description
Could California's progressive energy policies spearhead a nationwide shift toward cleaner energy? The remarkable laws that California has passed under Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger to regulate greenhouse gas emissions perpetuate the state's reputation for environmental leadership across the country, and potentially the globe.
Field of Study
Environmental Studies
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Midori Willoughby, fl. 2006, kontentreal, Morgan Freeman, 1937-
Author / Creator
Tad Fettig, fl. 1995-2016
Date Published / Released
2007
Publisher
Public Broadcasting Service
Series
e2
Speaker / Narrator
Morgan Freeman, 1937-
Topic / Theme
Renewable natural resources, Pollution prevention, Pollution, Climate change
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2007 Public Broadcasting Service (PBS)
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e2, Season 4 Episode 6, Aviation: The Limited Sky
directed by Tad Fettig, fl. 1995-2016; produced by Midori Willoughby, fl. 2006, in e2, Season 4 Episode 6 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2009), 25 mins
Even if regional transportation becomes more efficient, people and goods will still need to travel the world. This episode looks at new technologies and policies that could offset the aviation industry’s substantial greenhouse gas emissions, such as Amyris Biotechnologies’ new synthetic jet fuels, and Hybrid A...
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directed by Tad Fettig, fl. 1995-2016; produced by Midori Willoughby, fl. 2006, in e2, Season 4 Episode 6 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2009), 25 mins
Description
Even if regional transportation becomes more efficient, people and goods will still need to travel the world. This episode looks at new technologies and policies that could offset the aviation industry’s substantial greenhouse gas emissions, such as Amyris Biotechnologies’ new synthetic jet fuels, and Hybrid Air Vehicles’ second generation of dirigible airship. To reduce fuel emissions, industry leaders like Boeing are also advocating towin...
Even if regional transportation becomes more efficient, people and goods will still need to travel the world. This episode looks at new technologies and policies that could offset the aviation industry’s substantial greenhouse gas emissions, such as Amyris Biotechnologies’ new synthetic jet fuels, and Hybrid Air Vehicles’ second generation of dirigible airship. To reduce fuel emissions, industry leaders like Boeing are also advocating towing planes on runways and implementing smarter air traffic control systems.
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Field of Study
Global Issues
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Midori Willoughby, fl. 2006, Brad Pitt, 1963-
Author / Creator
Tad Fettig, fl. 1995-2016
Date Published / Released
2009-01-13
Publisher
Public Broadcasting Service
Series
e2
Speaker / Narrator
Brad Pitt, 1963-
Topic / Theme
Transportation, Technology
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2008 Public Broadcasting Service (PBS)
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