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A brochure of safety tips

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Type: Course Related Materials
Subject: Social Sciences, Humanities
Collection: LEARN NC Lesson Plans
Grade Level: Primary

Abstract: The students summarize information they have read and learned in school to create a brochure of important safety tips. They work in teams, each on a specific area of safety, to create a multimedia presentation on the computer using HyperStudio for text, graphics, and sound or other publishing or presentation ... More »

Air Traffic Control, Fall 2006

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Type: Course Related Materials
Subject: Science and Technology
Collection: MIT OpenCourseWare
Grade Level: Post-secondary

Abstract: Introduces the various aspects of present and future Air Traffic Control systems. Descriptions of the present system: systems-analysis approach to problems of capacity and safety; surveillance, including NAS and ARTS; navigation subsystem technology; aircraft guidance and control; communications; collision ... More »

Archery, Spring 2006

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Type: Course Related Materials
Subject: Science and Technology
Collection: MIT OpenCourseWare
Grade Level: Post-secondary

Abstract: This 12 session course is designed for the beginning or novice archer and uses recurve indoor target bows and equipment. The purpose of the course is to introduce students to the basic techniques of indoor target archery emphasizing the care and use of equipment, range safety, stance and shooting techniques, ... More »

Case Analysis Module: Therac-25

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Type: Course Related Materials
Subject: Science and Technology, Humanities
Collection: Connexions
Grade Level: Post-secondary

Abstract: This module, designed for the EAC Toolkit (NSF SES 0551779) will test the Toolkit and Connexion's ability to network different online and offline sources for ethics across the curriculum. It consists of four components designed to provide students with tools for carrying out an in-depth analysis of the ... More »

Cooperation, Trust, and Interdependence

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Type: Course Related Materials
Subject: Social Sciences
Collection: LEARN NC Lesson Plans
Grade Level: Secondary

Abstract: This activity involves two group initiatives designed to give students the opportunity to experience what it is like to depend on others for their safety. These initiatives will be used to explore trust, cooperation and interdependence while using problem-solving skills and effective communication.

Environmental Economics and Government Responses to Market Failure, Spring 2005

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Type: Course Related Materials
Subject: Social Sciences
Collection: MIT OpenCourseWare
Grade Level: Post-secondary

Abstract: This course explores the theory behind and evidence on regulatory, tax, and other government responses to problems of market failure. Special emphasis is given to developing and implementing tools to evaluate environmental policies. Other topics include cost-benefit analysis, measurement of the benefits ... More »

Environmental Policy and Economics, Spring 2004

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Type: Course Related Materials
Subject: Social Sciences
Collection: MIT OpenCourseWare
Grade Level: Post-secondary

Abstract: Provides a rigorous treatment of environmental economics. Topics include welfare analysis, social choice, and ethical dimensions of economic criteria for protecting the environment, regulating risk, and measuring the demand for environmental goods, property rights, international and macro dimensions ... More »

Fire Safety in High Rises

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Type: Course Related Materials
Subject: Science and Technology
Collection: WGBH Educational Foundation
Grade Level: Primary

Abstract: This video segment adapted from NOVA explains how the sprinkler revolutionized fire safety and also features developments in fire-safety design for high-rise buildings.

Food Safety

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Type: Course Related Materials
Subject: Science and Technology
Collection: Webcast UC Berkeley Course Lectures
Grade Level: Post-secondary

Abstract: Introduction to Human Nutrition - Spring 2007 - This course provides an overview of digestion and metabolism of nutrients. Foods are discussed as a source of nutrients, and the evidence is reviewed as to the effects of nutrition on health. The emphasis of the course is on issues of current interest ... More »

Food Safety from the course Introduction to Human Nutrition

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Type: Course Related Materials
Subject: Science and Technology
Collection: Webcast UC Berkeley Course Lectures
Grade Level: Post-secondary

Abstract: NS 10: Introduction to Human Nutrition - Fall 2006. This course provides an overview of digestion and metabolism of nutrients. Foods are discussed as a source of nutrients, and the evidence is reviewed as to the effects of nutrition on health. The emphasis of the course is on issues of current interest ... More »

Frameworks of Urban Governance, January (IAP) 2007

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Type: Course Related Materials
Subject: Social Sciences
Collection: MIT OpenCourseWare
Grade Level: Post-secondary

Abstract: Urban governance comprises the various forces, institutions, and movements that guide economic and physical development, the distribution of resources, social interactions, and other aspects of daily life in urban areas. This course examines governance from legal, political, social, and economic perspectives. ... More »

Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging: Data Acquisition and Analysis, Fall 2004

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Type: Course Related Materials
Subject: Science and Technology
Collection: MIT OpenCourseWare
Grade Level: Post-secondary

Abstract: Provides information relevant to the conduct and interpretation of human brain mapping studies. Provides in-depth coverage of the physics of image formation, mechanisms of image contrast, and the physiological basis for image signals. Parenchymal and cerebrovascular neuroanatomy and application of sophisticated ... More »

General Overseas Travel Safety

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Type: Course Related Materials
Subject: Arts
Collection: Connexions
Grade Level: Post-secondary

Abstract: Some general tips on keeping yourself safe while traveling overseas.

Handbook on the Federal Child Labor Amendment

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Type: Library or Collection
Subject: Social Sciences
Collection: Women Working, 1800-1930, Open Collections Program
Grade Level: Secondary, Post-secondary

Abstract: Handbook on the Federal Child Labor Amendment.

Health and safety in the laboratory and field

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Type: Course Related Materials
Subject: Science and Technology
Collection: Open University OpenLearn
Grade Level: Post-secondary

Abstract: Health, safety and risk assessment are of paramount importance both in the laboratory and the field. This unit will help make you more aware of the hazards and risks involved in laboratory and field-based research work, as well as giving you an overview of the legal requirements attached to this work. ... More »

Imaging in medicine

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Type: Course Related Materials
Subject: Science and Technology
Collection: Open University OpenLearn
Grade Level: Post-secondary

Abstract: X-rays, CT scans and MRI scans are all medical imaging techniques of great practical importance that have been encountered by a great many people in their medical histories. This unit illustrates how these techniques work – and their limitations and advantages.

Kidd Safety

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Type: Course Related Materials
Subject: Social Sciences
Collection: free.ed.gov
Grade Level: Primary, Secondary, Post-secondary

Abstract: features a quiz about safety at home and outdoors. There is a poster about how to prevent injuries, information about eliminating hazards in the home, and bicycle safety tips.

Lab 1 - Safety and Equipment Use

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Type: Course Related Materials
Subject: Science and Technology
Collection: Webcast UC Berkeley Course Lectures
Grade Level: Post-secondary

Abstract: Biology 1AL - Spring 2007. Laboratory that accompanies 1A lecture course. Intended for biological science majors, but open to all qualified students.

Mine Safety and Health Administration Kid's Page

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Type: Course Related Materials
Subject: Social Sciences
Collection: free.ed.gov
Grade Level: Primary, Secondary, Post-secondary

Abstract: helps students, parents, and teachers understand how to prevent accidents at operating and abandoned mines. The site tells why mines are important and how minerals are essential to our health. It also presents historical accounts of how children were exploited as mine workers.

Motion Based Design, Fall 2003

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Type: Course Related Materials
Subject: Science and Technology
Collection: MIT OpenCourseWare
Grade Level: Post-secondary

Abstract: Presents a rational basis for the preliminary design of motion-sensitive structures. Topics include: analytical and numerical techniques for establishing the optimal stiffness distribution, the role of damping in controlling motion, tuned mass dampers, base isolation systems, and an introduction to active ... More »