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CALL NUMBER |
TITLE |
SUMMARY |
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FICTION |
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F MIG |
The
Mighty |
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F WHE |
Where
the Red Fern Grows |
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NONFICTION |
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333.95 Bio |
Biodiversity |
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DVD
372 |
Writing
Expository Essays |
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DVD
372 |
Writing
for Formal & Informal Purposes |
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DVD
372 |
Creative
& Narrative Writing |
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DVD
372 |
Writing
Effective Paragraphs |
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DVD
372 |
Writing
Persuasive Essays |
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DVD
372 |
Using
the Writing Process |
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DVD
372 |
Editing
& Proofreading |
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DVD
394 |
Mexican
Christmas Traditions |
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DVD
501 Sci |
Scientific
inquiry |
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DVD
507 How |
How
to prepare a science fair project |
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DVD
510 |
Using
Graphs |
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DVD
510 |
Vital
Concepts |
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DVD
510 |
Statistics |
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DVD
510 |
Problem-solving
techniques |
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DVD
510 |
Math
Mania |
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DVD
510 |
Measuring
land & water |
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DVD
510 |
Knowledge
is Power |
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DVD
510 |
Einstein's
Math Video Tutor |
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DVD
510 |
Seeing
the world through numbers |
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DVD
510 Mil |
Bob
Miller's basic math and prealgebra |
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511.3 PRO |
Problem-solving
techniques |
Summary
Depicts problem-solving techniques based on the necessary concepts and
methods used in nonstandard problems. Demonstrates using a chart, reducing
the size of a problem, and expanded visualization of a problem. |
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DVD
512 |
Measurement |
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DVD
512 |
Introduction
to Algebra 1 |
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DVD
512 |
Time
& Temperature |
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DVD
512 |
Schoolhouse
Rock! |
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DVD
512 |
Infinite
Secrets |
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DVD
512 |
Figuring
out area |
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DVD
512 Int |
Introduction
to Algebra I |
Summary A videodisc which depicts lessons in
Algebra 1 defining it as a "generalization" of arithmetic. Points
out that the arithmetic of polynominals is related to arithmetic of whole
numbers. Concludes with a review of important concepts. |
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512.9 Exp |
Exponents
and the order of operations |
Summary Introduces two important pre-algebra
topics. The exponents, or powers are used to simplify repeated
multiplication. The rationale for the PEMDAS rule is discussed and problems
are used for reinforce the process. |
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512.9 Neg |
Negative
and fractional powers |
Summary
Depicts negative and fractional powers focusing on their meaning,
operations, and exponents. |
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512.9 Rat |
Ratios
and proportions |
Summary Introduces ratios and shows how they
relate to fractions. Also shows how to solve proportions. |
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512.9 Sol |
Solving
simple equations |
Summary Presents a method for solving simple
linear equations of one variable. Adds steps which are more complex in
solving equations. |
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DVD
513 Num |
Number
patterns II |
Summary Depicts three kind of number patterns
involving whole numbers in addition to the basic functions of addition,
subtraction, and raising numbers to the third power. Demonstrates how addition
is employed to find "palindromes," and subtraction to find
"black holes." Cubes are used to indicate that there are only a few
numbers that put an end to the sequences of these sums. |
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DVD
513 Num |
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Number
patterns I |
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513.2 Add |
Adding
& subtracting decimals |
Summary Describes different methods that
students can employ to add and subtract fractions. |
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513.2 Add |
Adding
& subtracting integers |
Summary Depicts the basic concepts of adding and
subtracting integers. |
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513.2 Add |
Addition
& subtraction |
How
addition and subtraction work in the real world to create a basic
understanding of these arithmetic concepts before moving on to adding and
subtracting fractions, decimals, integers, and algebraic polynomials in
subsequent lessons. |
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513.2 Div |
Dividing
fractions & review of fractions |
Summary Introduces a logical, step-by-step
process for math students to divide fractions and learn the concept of the
reciprocal. Uses a discovery process and examples to teach the method of
dividing fractions. |
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513.2 Fra |
Fractions,
decimals and percent |
Summary Discusses how to convert fractions into
decimals, how to convert decimals into fractions, and the differences between
repeating and terminating decimals. |
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513.2 Int |
Introduction
to fractions |
Summary Introduces the fraction with concrete
examples. Teaches how to compute equivalent fractions, how to reduce
fractions to lowest terms, and how to convert a mixed number to an improper
fraction. |
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513.2 Lon |
Long
division |
Summary Explains the basic steps involved in
long division and shows various types of long division problems. |
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513.2 Mul |
Multiplication
and division |
Summary Demonstrates the logical process of
multiplication, its relationship to addition, and the alternative technique
of lattice multiplication. Shows how division is the opposite of
multiplication to lay the groundwork for the next lesson. |
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513.2 Mul |
Multiplication
and division of integers |
Summary Depicts a two part lesson in developing
a method for solving the multiplication and division of integers. The first
part concerns integer problems involving all four mathematical operations.
The second part offers instruction on the square root on how to investigate a
method for "finding the square root of any square number between zero
and ten thousand." |
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513.2 Mul |
Multiplying
and dividing decimals |
Summary Topics include how to multiply and
divide decimal numbers, how to check the answer to a decimal division
problem, and how to divide and round off to a specified place value. |
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513.2 Mul |
Multiplying
fractions |
Summary Topics include converting a using the
canceling process to multiply fractions and multiplying mixed numbers. |
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513.2 Per |
Percent
problems |
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513.2 Sub |
Subtracting
fractions |
Summary Describes how to subtract fractions by
demonstrating their relationships with whole numbers and explains the entire
process involved when borrowing in a fractional subtraction exercise. |
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513.2 Zan |
The
zany world of basic math |
Summary Basic math instruction in integers,
decimals, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, exponents,
fractions, primes, ratios and percents. |
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513.5 Num |
Number
theory |
Summary
Depicts principles in arithmetic that are of significance in algebra.
Counting numbers are arranged in prime numbers and composites. Demonstrates
how prime factoring is used to find the greatest common factor. |
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DVD
516 Geo |
Geometry
1 |
Summary Discusses some of the basics of
geometry, like various geometric
shapes, how to measure angles, and how to find the area of
quadrilaterals. |
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519.5 Kno |
Knowledge
is power |
Summary A video which depicts how statisttics
are used at the workplace after introducing how they are collected,
summarized, and employed to make predictions. |
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519.5 Pro |
Probability |
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519.5 Sta |
Statistics |
Summary A videodisc which introduces the
graphing calculator as a means to understanding and working with statistics.
Analyzes data in order to measure tendency and variation. The concept of
outlier is also presented. |
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DVD 522 |
Nye,
Bill Astronomy |
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DVD
523 |
IMAX
Blue Planet |
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530.8 Mea |
Measurement |
Summary Offers an overview of measurement
including the metric system and measurements of distance, mass and capacity.
Investigates the importance of prefixes such as "milli-, centi, and
kilo-." Also includes information on measurements of area, volume, and
temperature. |
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531 For |
Forces
and motion |
Summary Presents basic information on the
physics of force and motion and includes discussions on how to measure speed
and the various factors that affect speed. |
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537 Ele |
Electricity's
attraction |
Summary Presents a basic introduction to
electricity including information on how electricity works and what people
use it for. |
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540 Sen |
A
sense for technology |
Summary Depicts four segments on how we see and
hear, and provides information on the functions of the cornea, iris and
retina as well as the American sign language for the hearing impaired. |
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DVD
540 Str |
Strong
chemistry |
Summary Depicts the discovery of chemical elements
and how they impact all facets of creation, and includes pre-and
post-discussion questions for each of four segments. |
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DVD
550 |
Nye,
Bill Earth Science |
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DVD
574 |
Nye,
Bill Biology |
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576.8 Mar |
Mars |
Summary Presents a behind-the-scenes account of
the Mars Exploration Rover |
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577 Phy |
Physical
system |
Summary
Contains fifteen segments on ecology, biomes, and natural resources. |
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577.8 BIO |
Biomes |
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DVD
577.8 Bio |
Biomes |
Summary Presents information on twenty-three
different biomes, such as the rainforest, desert, and tundra. |
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DVD
577.8 BIO |
Biomes |
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578.68 Sav |
Save
the endangered species |
Summary A videodisc which presents colorful
episodes on five endangered species, and discusses how all of us can make a
difference in behalf of these creatures. |
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DVD
612 |
Body
atlas |
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DVD
612.8 Sec |
The
secret life of the brain |
Summary Five-part series using visual imagery
helps the average viewer understand brain function and development throughout
the human life cycle. |
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DVD
624 |
Bridges
by Macaulay, David |
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921 Arc |
Infinite
secrets |
Summary Depicts the life and work of the Greek
mathematician Archimedes focusing on his original concepts, designed war
machines, and advanced mathematical secrets he did not reveal in his
lifetime. |
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DVD
973.2 COL |
Colonial
days: video quiz |
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