Titles and Descriptions - R
Race to Save the Planet
Race to Save the Planet Series
Rainbows, Curve Balls and Other Wonders of the Natural World Explained
Rap-O-Matics
Reading About Biology
Reading About Chemistry
Rediscovery
Relativity for the Layman: A Simplified Account of the History, Theory and Proofs of Relativity. Rev. ed.
Relativity Visualized
The Risks of Nuclear Power: A Video Interview With Bernard Cohen
The Role of Animal Agriculture in the Ecosystems: Resource Kit
Race to Save the Planet (Videodisc). WGBH Educational Foundation. (SCH),
Order No. SSCS 2-019 ($495.00)
Components: 12" videodiscs; 3.5" Macintosh discs containing HyperCard stacks; user's handbook; teaching guide; icon reference chart; and information sheet.
System Requirements: Macintosh computer with a 20 megabyte or larger hard disc; a videodisc player (Pioneer 2200, 4200, 6000A, 6010A, or 8000; Sony 1200, 1450, 1500, or 1550); a colour video monitor (composite type); and RS-232 cables to connect videodisc player and Macintosh. Requires System 6.05 or higher.
Water and air pollution, waste disposal, the global warming theory, citizen activism and other topics are presented as worldwide issues and as case studies that illustrate how we are confronting the issues in specific parts of the world. Race to Save the Planet is available on videodisc for teachers who want the ease of instantaneously accessing specific information on this program by way of a computer. In the interactive part of the package, students learn about the interrelationships between environmental and economic decisions as they play the role of president of a juice factory in the Activity. The VideoEditor lets you put together sequences of video clips and slides for customized video presentations. See the entry below for videotape duplication information on this program from Media House Productions.
Race to Save the Planet Series (Videotape). (MHP), Approx. 1 hr each - 10 programs
See annotation above.
Titles in this series are: Dup. Order No.
The Environmental Revolution V5077
Only One Atmosphere V5078
Do we Really Want to Live This Way? V5079
In the Name of Progress V5080
Remnants of Eden V5081
More For Less V5082
Save the Earth - Feed the World V5083
Waste Not Want Not V5084
It Needs Political Decisions V5085
Now or Never V5086
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Ecological Organization|CHEM 20 - Independent Research|
CHEM 30 - Independent Research
Other Uses: Science 10
Rainbows, Curve Balls and Other Wonders of the Natural World Explained (Print-Non-Fiction). Flatow, Ina. (Perennial Library I Series). Harper and Row (HCP), 1988. 240 p.
ISBN 0-06-097237-8 ($10.95 pbk.)
Natural phenomena and interesting questions are given complete, but not lengthy, explanations. In connection with each concept there are often simple demonstrations of the principle. Included are a table of contents and an index.
Suggested Use: CHEM 20 - General Reference|CHEM 30 - General Reference|PHYS 20 - General Reference|PHYS 30 - General Reference
Other Uses: Science 10
Rap-O-Matics (Videotape). LRS Trimark (CHI), 1991. 12 min. ($14.95)
Through drama, song and rap music, the viewer is shown the necessity of staying in school. The importance of keeping career options open by taking science and math is also stressed.
Suggested Use: CHEM 20 - General Reference|CHEM 30 - General Reference|PHYS 20 - General Reference|PHYS 30 - General Reference|BIO 20 - General Reference|BIO 30 - General Reference
Other Uses: Mathematics, Career Education
Reading About Biology (Print-Non-Fiction). Heinemann Educational Books (IRW), 1986. 64 p. ISBN 0-435-57522-8 ($12.55 pbk.)
Two page articles on 30 various topics such as diets around the world and cells are given. Each article is followed by a set of questions. The short, easy to read presentation may grasp the attention
of students. The information presented may be used as a start for further questioning and research. Included are a table of contents and an index.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Agricultural Botany|BIO 30 - Chemical Basis of Life, Genetics, Animal Systems|CHEM 30 - Acid-Base Equilibria
Other Uses: Science 10
Reading About Chemistry (Print-Non-Fiction). Martyn, Berry and Stewart Kellington. Heineman Educational Books (IRW), 1989. ISBN 0-9692230-3-X ($14.95 pbk.)
Each of thirty topics is introduced by a two-page overview. Topics discussed include periodicy, chemical reactions, salts, soaps, detergents, pollution, insecticides and hydrology. Included are a table of contents and an index.
Suggested Use: CHEM 20 - Atoms & Elements, Organic Chemistry|CHEM 30 - Acid-Base Equilibria, Oxidation & Reduction
Other Uses: Science 10
Rediscovery (Print-Non-Fiction). Henley, Thom. Western Canada Wilderness Committee (WCWC), 1989. ISBN 0-9692230-3-X ($14.95 hdc.)
This is an excellent, comprehensive handbook for teachers who wish to bolster the self-esteem of Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal students while simultaneously promoting a respect for the environment. This material is presented within the context of Aboriginal traditions. This book contains many colour photographs and an activity guide.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Diversity of Life, Ecological Organization|BIO 30 - Teacher Reference Other Uses: Science 10
Relativity for the Layman: A Simplified Account of the History, Theory and Proofs of Relativity. Rev. ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Coleman, James A. Penguin (PBC), 1969. 143 p.
ISBN 0-14-0135960 ($12.95 pbk.)
The title of this book aptly explains its contents. It could be used as a resource book for the introduction of relativity. This material may be useful for independent reading by gifted students. The author does not use SI metrification.
Suggested Use: PHYS 30 - Atomic Physics
Relativity Visualized (Print-Non-Fiction). Epstein, Lewis Carroll. Insight (INP), 1988. 209 p.
ISBN 0-935218-05-X ($17.95 U.S. pbk.)
Epstein attempts to explain relativity in simple, straight forward terms. The material is easy to read and is interesting. Models are constructed to assist the reader's understanding. Occasionally, true or false questions are used to stimulate and challenge the reader. Non-SI units and some American content are used. Included are a table of contents and an index.
Suggested Use: PHYS 30 - Atomic Physics
The Risks of Nuclear Power: A Video Interview With Bernard Cohen (Videotape). (Scientists Speak Out) Hawkhill (HAI), 1991. 33 min. Order No. 502 ($49.00 U.S.)
A distinguished physicist presents arguments supporting nuclear fission. Environmental issues are given strong emphasis. Radon gas in homes, risk analysis, alternative energy sources, and pesticides are other peripheral issues covered.
Suggested Use: PHYS 30 - Atomic Physics
Other Use: Science 10
The Role of Animal Agriculture in the Ecosystems: Resource Kit (Print-Non-Fiction). Beef Information Centre (BIC), (Free of charge)
This is a collection of materials from which teachers could select things of use to them. The material examines the myth of the relationship between extensive use of cattle, increasing methane levels, global warming, and, as an aside, nutrition. The materials may be photocopied for classroom use. It primarily supports STSE Interrelationships, Values that Underlie Science and Science-Related Interests and Attitudes. This material was previously distributed to Saskatchewan secondary schools.
Suggested Use: BIO 20 - Ecological Organization
Other Uses: Science 10