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This is the first course in the undergraduate Quantum Physics sequence. It introduces the basic features of quantum mechanics. It covers the experimental basis of quantum physics, introduces wave mechanics, Schrödinger's equation in a single dimension, and Schrödinger's equation in three dimensions. Read More
This is the first course in the undergraduate Quantum Physics sequence. It intro Read More
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This course explores the physical processes that control Earth's atmosphere, ocean, and climate. Quantitative methods for constructing mass and energy budgets. Topics include clouds, rain, severe storms, regional climate, the ozone layer, air pollution, ocean currents and productivity, the seasons, El Niño, the history of Earth's climate, global warming, energy, and water resources. Read More
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This course introduces the statistical methods used to analyze data about society with an emphasis on the application of those methods. This course will help you to be a more informed and critical reader of academic research, public opinion polling, and advertisement claims that present statistical evidence.
Textbook: Statistics: Unlocking the Power of Data (https://bit.ly/statsbooklock5)
Students can use the Promotion Code "LOCK5" for a 10% discount
Instructors can request a free Digital Evaluation Copy
Lecture slides and course material can be obtained by emailing bradrfulton@gmail.com Read More
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Science
Explore the ocean through a collection of Smithsonian sponsored lectures from scientists and ocean enthusiasts who discuss current research and how it is helping to change the tide in ocean science and conservation. Read More
Explore the ocean through a collection of Smithsonian sponsored lectures from sc Read More
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Featuring one-on-one interviews conducted by Dr Neil Love, this series bridges the gap between research and patient care by providing urologists and radiation oncologists ongoing access to the perspectives and opinions of national and international prostate cancer research leaders. Read More
Featuring one-on-one interviews conducted by Dr Neil Love, this series bridges t Read More
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(CHEM 125) This is the first semester in a two-semester introductory course focused on current theories of structure and mechanism in organic chemistry, their historical development, and their basis in experimental observation. The course is open to freshmen with excellent preparation in chemistry and physics, and it aims to develop both taste for original science and intellectual skills necessary for creative research.
This course was recorded in Fall 2008. Read More
(CHEM 125) This is the first semester in a two-semester introductory course focu Read More
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Our multidisciplinary, quantitative lens can help deepen our understanding of perhaps the most complex of complex systems, namely, human behavior. The emergence, persistence, and demise of social institutions and their co-evolution with distinctive human behaviors - such as altruistic cooperation, out-group hostility and adaptive learning - are typically overlooked in standard economic and other behavioral science models. In line with the well-established scientific tradition of the Institute, this research is characterized by (a) its trans-disciplinary nature, (b) its use of nonlinear dynamical systems to study the explicit out-of-equilibrium dynamics of the relevant processes, (c) and sustained interaction between mathematical modeling and well-defined empirical case studies and problems of potentially great contemporary practical relevance.
NOTE: Please excuse the production quality of some of our older videos. They were transferred from our video tape archive. Read More
Our multidisciplinary, quantitative lens can help deepen our understanding of pe Read More
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Science
Welcome to Frontiers of Science on iTunes U, a public repository of undergraduate science instructional video materials. These lectures, additional media, activities, problem sets, seminar guides, and other exemplary teaching materials are fully available in the community-based Frontiers of Science Web site at this URL: http://frontiersofsci.org.
All materials have been adapted from Columbia University's innovative core course, Frontiers of Science (http://www.sciencecore.columbia.edu/). Read More
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1834
Science
This course is comprised of a six-quarter sequence of classes that will explore the essential theoretical foundations of modern physics. The topics covered in this course sequence will include classical mechanics, quantum mechanics, the general and special theories of relativity, electromagnetism, cosmology, and black holes. While these courses will build upon one another, each course also stands on its own, and both individually and collectively they will let students attain the “theoretical minimum” for thinking intelligently about modern physics.
Quantum theory governs the universe at its most basic level. In the first half of the 20th century physics was turned on its head by the radical discoveries of Max Planck, Albert Einstein, Niels Bohr, Werner Heisenberg, and Erwin Schroedinger. An entire new logical and mathematical foundation—quantum mechanics—eventually replaced classical physics. We will explore the quantum world, including the particle theory of light, the Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle, and the Schroedinger Equation. Read More
This course is comprised of a six-quarter sequence of classes that will explore Read More
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The MIT Biology Department core courses, 7.012, 7.013, and 7.014, all cover the same core material, which includes the fundamental principles of biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology, and cell biology. Biological function at the molecular level is particularly emphasized and covers the structure and regulation of genes, as well as, the structure and synthesis of proteins, how these molecules are integrated into cells, and how these cells are integrated into multicellular systems and organisms. In addition, each version of the subject has its own distinctive material.
7.012 focuses on the exploration of current research in cell biology, immunology, neurobiology, genomics, and molecular medicine. Read More
The MIT Biology Department core courses, 7.012, 7.013, and 7.014, all cover the Read More
1836
Science
Over the last two decades, the number of our American incarcerated has reached an unprecedented peak of more than 2 million. The nation’s swelling inmate population has turned prisons into a $50 billion a year industry. Go behind the bars for an in-depth report from inside the American corrections system.
In Corrections, Inc. explore who prospers in the new prison economy, and how their interests shape who gets locked and for how long. Enter the dark isolation of the Supermax prisons in Locked Down. In Hard Time, follow inmates in North Carolina as they face life after prison. Read More
Over the last two decades, the number of our American incarcerated has reached a Read More
1837
Science
Yale professors and distinguished guests speak on the varying topics in the study of ecology.
Yale professors and distinguished guests speak on the varying topics in the stud Read More
1838
Science
This course provides an overview of major works of social thought from the beginning of the modern era through the 1920s. Attention is paid to social and intellectual contexts, conceptual frameworks and methods, and contributions to contemporary social analysis. Writers include Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Montesquieu, Adam Smith, Marx, Weber, and Durkheim Read More
This course provides an overview of major works of social thought from the begin Read More
1839
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Intro to Cultural & Social Anthropology (ASB 102) explores principles of cultural and social anthropology, with
illustrative materials from a variety of cultures. Come examine the nature of culture through social, political, and economic systems and study religious, aesthetic, and linguistic traits. Read More
Intro to Cultural & Social Anthropology (ASB 102) explores principles of cul Read More
1840
Science
This collection features Yale faculty and distinguished guests speaking about topics within the study of biology: Molecular, Cellular & Developmental Biology, Molecular Biophysics & Biochemistry. Read More
This collection features Yale faculty and distinguished guests speaking about to Read More
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Science
This collection features Yale faculty and distinguished speakers talking about food policy, agriculture and sustainability. Featured podcasts also come from the Yale Sustainable Food Project. Read More
This collection features Yale faculty and distinguished speakers talking about f Read More
1842
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This course is comprised of a six-quarter sequence of classes that will explore the essential theoretical foundations of modern physics. The topics covered in this course sequence will include classical mechanics, quantum mechanics, the general and special theories of relativity, electromagnetism, cosmology, and black holes. While these courses will build upon one another, each course also stands on its own, and both individually and collectively they will let students attain the “theoretical minimum” for thinking intelligently about modern physics.
Quantum theory governs the universe at its most basic level. In the first half of the 20th century physics was turned on its head by the radical discoveries of Max Planck, Albert Einstein, Niels Bohr, Werner Heisenberg, and Erwin Schroedinger. An entire new logical and mathematical foundation—quantum mechanics—eventually replaced classical physics. We will explore the quantum world, including the particle theory of light, the Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle, and the Schroedinger Equation. Read More
This course is comprised of a six-quarter sequence of classes that will explore Read More
1843
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This is a continuation of the introductory course on the principles and methods of physics for students who have good preparation in physics and mathematics. This course covers electricity, magnetism, optics and quantum mechanics. Read More
This is a continuation of the introductory course on the principles and methods Read More
1844
Science
(CHEM 125) This is the first semester in a two-semester introductory course focused on current theories of structure and mechanism in organic chemistry, their historical development, and their basis in experimental observation. The course is open to freshmen with excellent preparation in chemistry and physics, and it aims to develop both taste for original science and intellectual skills necessary for creative research.
This course was recorded in Fall 2008. Read More
(CHEM 125) This is the first semester in a two-semester introductory course focu Read More
1845
Science
The Ocean is important to all life, including yours.
Welcome to the video collection of the Smithsonian's Ocean Portal – a unique, interactive online experience that inspires awareness, understanding, and stewardship of the world’s Ocean, developed by the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of Natural History and more than 20 collaborating organizations.
For more ocean news, visit the Ocean Portal at www.ocean.si.edu! Read More
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This course seeks to further understanding of the thought processes of individuals who break society’s laws. Biological, psychological, educational, and situational factors are examined along with the types of crimes committeed. Read More
This course seeks to further understanding of the thought processes of individua Read More
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Can law change human behavior to be less environmentally damaging? Law will be examined through case histories including: environmental effects of national security, pesticides, air pollution, consumer products, plastics, parks and protected area management, land use, urban growth and sprawl, public/private transit, drinking water standards, food safety, and hazardous site restoration. In each case we will review the structure of law and evaluate its strengths and weaknesses. Read More
Can law change human behavior to be less environmentally damaging? Law will be e Read More
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Conversations with experts to help you conquer the chaos in your life! You'll hear inspiring and motivating stories about relationships, finance, stress, conflict resolution, healthy living, addiction recovery , health and fitness, money management, success coaching. The show is hosted by Dr. Colleen Mullen, PsyD., LMFT, a therapist and expert in managing life's chaos! Read More
Conversations with experts to help you conquer the chaos in your life! You’ Read More
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Are you interested in destructive supervolcanoes and ferocious wildlife? If so, this collection is for you. The geological features of the park’s supervolcano are discussed along with wildlife including aquatic animals, bears, and wolves. Read More
Are you interested in destructive supervolcanoes and ferocious wildlife? If so, Read More
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Science
How do we know what we know about dinosaurs and the environments in which they lived? Scientists with the Smithsonians National Museum of Natural History describe how they discover, identify, and interpret fossil and geologic evidence.
This video podcast collection will contain a total of 5 videos. New videos will be available biweekly. Read More
How do we know what we know about dinosaurs and the environments in which they l Read More
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