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Technology, Science, Nature Arkansas Humanities Council, promote understanding, appreciation, and use of the humanities in Arkansas through awarding grants http://www.arkhums.org/component/option,com_k2/format,feed/id,30/task,category/type,atom/view,itemlist/ 2010-09-07T01:00:58Z Arkansas Humanities Council - Content Management System A. Einstein: How I See the World 2009-09-04T14:05:46Z 2009-09-04T14:05:46Z http://www.arkhums.org/component/option,com_k2/id,288/view,item/ VHS, 60 min., 1991, CC<br /><br />Chronicles how the world's most famous Nobel Prize winner became its most eloquent advocate for peace. Much is told in Einstein's own words, excerpted from his diaries, personal letters and writings. News film and photos show the public figure, while home movies and family albums reveal the private man.&nbsp; VHS, 60 min., 1991, CC<br /><br />Chronicles how the world's most famous Nobel Prize winner became its most eloquent advocate for peace. Much is told in Einstein's own words, excerpted from his diaries, personal letters and writings. News film and photos show the public figure, while home movies and family albums reveal the private man.&nbsp; Working with Einstein 2009-09-04T14:06:30Z 2009-09-04T14:06:30Z http://www.arkhums.org/component/option,com_k2/id,289/view,item/ <p> VHS, 60 min., 1979<br /><br />Dr. Banesh Hoffman (Queens College), Dr. Peter Bergmann (Syracuse), Dr. Valentine Bargmann (Princeton), and Dr. Ernst Straus (UCLA) recount their individual collaborations with Einstein on aspects of his Unified Field Theory. Underneath every inquiry was Einstein's quest for knowledge of what holds the world together at the core. Each man offers loving, humorous tales of working with the master; for relaxation, they'd often play Bach and Mozart, with Einstein on violin. &nbsp;</p> <p>See also:<br /><br />EXHIBITS<br />Einstein&nbsp; <br /></p> <p> VHS, 60 min., 1979<br /><br />Dr. Banesh Hoffman (Queens College), Dr. Peter Bergmann (Syracuse), Dr. Valentine Bargmann (Princeton), and Dr. Ernst Straus (UCLA) recount their individual collaborations with Einstein on aspects of his Unified Field Theory. Underneath every inquiry was Einstein's quest for knowledge of what holds the world together at the core. Each man offers loving, humorous tales of working with the master; for relaxation, they'd often play Bach and Mozart, with Einstein on violin. &nbsp;</p> <p>See also:<br /><br />EXHIBITS<br />Einstein&nbsp; <br /></p> Arkansas' Natural Heritage 2009-09-04T14:07:28Z 2009-09-04T14:07:28Z http://www.arkhums.org/component/option,com_k2/id,290/view,item/ VHS, 30 min., 1998<br /><br />Scattered throughout Arkansas are some of the most beautiful and undisturbed natural areas in the country. This video takes viewers on a hike through flower covered meadows and cypress tree swamps to discover a world of natural beauty preserved for generations to come. Sen. Dale Bumpers narrates this 30 minute program that details the efforts of ordinary citizens working with the Arkansas Natural Heritage Commission to perpetuate ARKANSAS' NATURAL HERITAGE. VHS, 30 min., 1998<br /><br />Scattered throughout Arkansas are some of the most beautiful and undisturbed natural areas in the country. This video takes viewers on a hike through flower covered meadows and cypress tree swamps to discover a world of natural beauty preserved for generations to come. Sen. Dale Bumpers narrates this 30 minute program that details the efforts of ordinary citizens working with the Arkansas Natural Heritage Commission to perpetuate ARKANSAS' NATURAL HERITAGE. Human Values and the Age of Technology 2009-09-04T14:10:10Z 2009-09-04T14:10:10Z http://www.arkhums.org/component/option,com_k2/id,291/view,item/ Slides/tape, 40 min., 1972, Teachers' guide available.<br /><br />This presentation investigates the myriad, subtle effects of technology on modern life. As extensions of human faculties, advanced technological systems can enhance our lives or create patterns of alienation. How to achieve the requisite cautious balance is the theme of this debate.&nbsp; Slides/tape, 40 min., 1972, Teachers' guide available.<br /><br />This presentation investigates the myriad, subtle effects of technology on modern life. As extensions of human faculties, advanced technological systems can enhance our lives or create patterns of alienation. How to achieve the requisite cautious balance is the theme of this debate.&nbsp; Humanities and the Stars 2009-09-04T14:10:55Z 2009-09-04T14:10:55Z http://www.arkhums.org/component/option,com_k2/id,292/view,item/ Slides/tapes, 35-45 min. each<br /><br />A series of twelve programs that interpret the culture, astronomy, and mythology of different northern hemisphere ethnic groups which are diverse culturally, geographically, and historically. The inclusion of music and artwork of each group in the presentations is unique. Program titles include:<br /><br />1. Babylonian-Assyrian<br /><br />2. British Celtic<br /><br />3. Chinese<br /><br />4. Contemporary Scientific<br /><br />5. Egyptian<br /><br />6. Eskimo<br /><br />7. Greek<br /><br />8. Hindu<br /><br />9. Maya<br /><br />10. Native American<br /><br />11. Norse<br /><br />12. Polynesian-Hawaiian&nbsp; Slides/tapes, 35-45 min. each<br /><br />A series of twelve programs that interpret the culture, astronomy, and mythology of different northern hemisphere ethnic groups which are diverse culturally, geographically, and historically. The inclusion of music and artwork of each group in the presentations is unique. Program titles include:<br /><br />1. Babylonian-Assyrian<br /><br />2. British Celtic<br /><br />3. Chinese<br /><br />4. Contemporary Scientific<br /><br />5. Egyptian<br /><br />6. Eskimo<br /><br />7. Greek<br /><br />8. Hindu<br /><br />9. Maya<br /><br />10. Native American<br /><br />11. Norse<br /><br />12. Polynesian-Hawaiian&nbsp; Legacy of Genius: The Story of Thomas Alva Edison 2009-09-04T14:14:45Z 2009-09-04T14:14:45Z http://www.arkhums.org/component/option,com_k2/id,293/view,item/ VHS, 59 min., 1979<br /><br />The extraordinary life and career of Thomas Alva Edison, America's most prolific inventor, is chronicled in this program.&nbsp; VHS, 59 min., 1979<br /><br />The extraordinary life and career of Thomas Alva Edison, America's most prolific inventor, is chronicled in this program.&nbsp; Make It Bloom: The River in the Desert 2009-09-04T14:15:14Z 2009-09-04T14:15:14Z http://www.arkhums.org/component/option,com_k2/id,294/view,item/ VHS, 30 min., 1981<br /><br />This video portrays land and water use of the Colorado River. Repercussions of technology and modern dreams upon nature are examined in the cycle of cause and effect. This is an inspiring, breathtaking film, funded by the Colorado Humanities Council.&nbsp; VHS, 30 min., 1981<br /><br />This video portrays land and water use of the Colorado River. Repercussions of technology and modern dreams upon nature are examined in the cycle of cause and effect. This is an inspiring, breathtaking film, funded by the Colorado Humanities Council.&nbsp;