How To: Use metrix prefixes in pre-algebra
Lawrence Perez, from Saddleback College, and his assistant Charlie, give this pre-algebra lesson on metric prefixes. There's kilo, and deci, and centi, and well, you get the picture.
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How To: Do metric conversions in pre-algebra
Lawrence Perez, from Saddleback College, and his assistant Charlie, give this pre-algebra three-part lesson on metric conversions. Why can't we all use the same system of measurement, who knows? But until we see this day, you'll need to know how to do this.
How To: Use applications of rational expressions in algebra
Lawrence Perez, from Saddleback College, and his assistant Charlie, give this beginning-algebra lesson on word problems (or applications) with equations of rational expressions. If you like math, and you like English, than what's the problem?
How To: Add large numbers with an acabus calculator
Lawrence Perez, from Saddleback College, and his assistant Charlie, give this arithmetic lesson on adding with an abacus. Who needs an electronic calculator anyway? Well, these are some pretty big numbers. If you're scared of all things not-electronic, then stay away.
How To: Use Z tests for the mean in statistics
Lawrence Perez, from Saddleback College, and his assistant Charlie, give this introduction to statistics lesson on using the Z tests for the mean. If you don't know about statistics, well, I don't know what to say.
How To: Add negative numbers in pre-algebra (ASL interpreted)
Lawrence Perez, from Saddleback College, and his assistant Charlie, give this pre-algebra lesson on adding negative numbers together. You'll learn the easiest way to do it, and maybe even freshen up on your subtracting skills. Don't waste your time in summer school, learn it here.
How To: Find volume using rectangular solids in pre-algebra
Lawrence Perez, from Saddleback College, and his assistant Charlie, give this pre-algebra lesson on finding volume with the help of a few rectangular solids. Length times with times height is all you need to remember to get this stuff down.
How To: Factor using the ABC method in beginning algebra
Lawrence Perez, from Saddleback College, and his assistant Charlie, give this beginning-algebra two-part lesson on factoring with the ABC method. Solve those darn quadratic equations!
How To: Factor numbers by grouping in beginning algebra
Lawrence Perez, from Saddleback College, and his assistant Charlie, give this beginning-algebra three-part lesson on factoring numbers by grouping. This is the only math lesson where you'll learn how to cheat, so pay attention, but it's not what you think.
How To: Graph linear equations in beginning algebra
Lawrence Perez, from Saddleback College, and his assistant Charlie, give this beginning-algebra two-part lesson on graphing linear equations. This stuff is hard, yet it looks so simple, thanks to this video.
How To: Add numbers on a number line in pre-algebra
Lawrence Perez, from Saddleback College, and his assistant Charlie, give this pre-algebra lesson on adding numbers on a number line. This is basic arithmetic here, so, if you want to get into algebra, start with the basics.
How To: Subtract negative numbers in pre-algebra
Lawrence Perez, from Saddleback College, and his assistant Charlie, give this pre-algebra lesson on subtracting negative numbers. Don't get confused with those minus symbols. Learn how to manage them correctly, and with ease.
How To: Find volume using rectangular prisms in pre-algebra
Lawrence Perez, from Saddleback College, and his assistant Charlie, give this pre-algebra lesson on finding the volume using rectangular prisms. You'll learn the formula for volume, and how to apply it. Get out your best pirate suit, and learn some math.
How To: Draw an apple using the cross contour drawing method
Barry Fahr, an associate professor of drawing at Otis College of Art and Design, demonstrates how to create a still life drawing of a red delicious apple.
How To: Make a Hovercraft Powered by an Electric Leaf Blower
Stan Taylor and his physics class at Miles Community College built a hovercraft powered by an average electric leaf blower! Watch it in action below.
How To: Create a messy autumn faux hawk with a back poof
The difference between mohawks and faux hawks is that the former is punk while the later is in fashion. From Rihanna to Blake Lively, young Hollywood's starlets are totally digging the faux hawk trend and wearing it to movie premieres and awards shows.
How To: Save money and live cheaply during an unpaid internship
With the economy as sour as it is, unpaid internships are a fact of life for an increasing number of students and those who have just graduated from college. Often times the only way these days to get a paid job is to take an unpaid one in the same industry first.
How To: Frost a cake easily in two steps
Back in college, frosting a cake was pretty much a one-step process. You took the cake out of the oven, let it cool for a bit, then whipped out your Pillsbury Doughboy rainbow sprinkle frosting and slapped it onto the cake using a spatula.
How To: Get fit and toned with a back to school workout
School is back in session!...almost. With most colleges starting up in just a few weeks time, don't you tink it's time for you to start working towards that toned, beautifully sleek body you've always wanted but never committed yourself to?
How To: Resize a t-shirt and add interest by braiding it
Upcycling a too large t-shirt doesn't require that you have a degree from a fashion college or are an expert with the needle and thread. In fact, you don't need any needle at all to create the t-shirt project presented in this video. All you need to do is pick up a pair of scissors and press "play."
How To: Bake a currant and orange cake from scratch
Betty Crocker will always have a fond place in our hearts, but every now and then we find it fun - and okay, maybe a little ego boosting - to bake a cake all our own from scratch (gasp!). While the concept is unheard of amongst busy adults and college students, baking using only what you have at home (and not something premixed) is well worth the effort.
How To: Use Spread Offense to Improve a Youth Football Team
The spread offense is the newest, most exciting offense to come out of college football. It creates a lot of exciting big plays and confounds more old-fashioned defensive formations and coaching. This video explains some of the basic formations and techniques of the spread offense so that you can use it to improve the performance of you 11-12 year old's football team. If Jim Tressel can't figure out how to stop it, the opposing coach that you are facing in your youth's league probably won't b...
How To: Create frequency distributions with Excel pivot tables
If you use Microsoft Excel on a regular basis, odds are you work with numbers. Put those numbers to work. Statistical analysis allows you to find patterns, trends and probabilities within your data. In this MS Excel tutorial from everyone's favorite Excel guru, YouTube's ExcelsFun, the 15th installment in his "Excel Statistics" series of free video lessons, you'll learn how to use create a frequency distribution, relative frequency distribution, percent frequency distribution and pie chart wi...
How To: Create a two-variable data table in Microsoft Excel
New to Microsoft Excel? Looking for a tip? How about a tip so mind-blowingly useful as to qualify as a magic trick? You're in luck. In this MS Excel tutorial from ExcelIsFun, the 255th installment in their series of digital spreadsheet magic tricks, you'll learn how to create a two-variable data table in Excel for what-if analysis. See the PMT function and learn about the formula equivalent to a data table.
How To: Start your term paper research
Katherine Miller teaches the secrets of starting your term paper research by using concept mapping method. Use a large sheet of paper and a marker to map out our ideas. First take an example like "Succeeding at college and grades" and write down the factors affecting your goal. The most common factor is money, now write down the things that has an impact on money like jobs, business and loans. The other factors are outside life, health, places for help and study habits. Simultaneously write i...
How To: List transferable skills on your resume
Learning to highlight transferable skills on your resume is good for recent college graduates or if you are new to a job field because it shows that you have good characteristics that can be applied to your new job. For example, showing your communication skills is very important. Research planning is also critical. Show that you set goals for yourself and that you have clear ideas. Also, giving examples of when you used teamwork in past work experience in your life or in your career is benef...
How To: Make a folder for school from duct tape
Spend an afternoon creating a new way to carry your papers at school by following this fun tutorial on how to make a folder out of duct tape using only a ruler, some scissors and of course, duct tape. With your new duct tape folder, you can carry your papers and show your creative skills off at school or college. Don't forget to personalize the front with other duct tape creations to make it your own!
How To: Dissect a human to see the axillary fossa (armpit)
The axillary fossa is classically known to most people as the armpit. Here, in this human anatomy video tutorial, you'll see how to dissect the axillary fossa, which in its technical definition is the hollow under the upper part of the arm below the shoulder joint, bounded by the pectoralis major, the latissimus dorsi, the anterior serratus muscles, and the humerus, and containing the axillary artery and vein, the infraclavicular part of the brachial plexus, lymph nodes and vessels, and areol...
How To: Subtract numbers on an abacus calculator
Lawrence Perez, from Saddleback College, and his assistant Charlie, give this two-part arithmetic lesson on subtracting with an abacus. Could this be any easier than adding? Maybe, can you "borrow" the knowledge to subtract these numbers without an electric calculator? See for yourself.
How To: Work with integer exponents in beginning algebra
Lawrence Perez, from Saddleback College, and his assistant Charlie, give this beginning-algebra lesson on integer exponents. Don't get stuck in summer school, just watch and learn the math write here. Who needs a tutor, when you have the Internet? Watch these three videos.
How To: Write a letter of intent for the JET Programme
The JET Programme is a teaching exchange program between the USA and Japan. If you are accepted into this program, you will get the exciting opportunity to travel, teach and live in Japan. This is a dream come true for a lot of people, and applying to this program is similar to applying for college or a job.
How To: Use quotes in academic writing
The producer of this video is Chaya Radin from the Massbay Community College, Academic achievement center and her video is titled "The effective use of quotes in academic writing". It teaches students how to learn effectively, the topic that is focused in this video is very useful for college students especially for those who write a lot of college paper. When writing college papers and if most of the ideas in the paper are derived from another source, it is always useful to use quotes so you...
How To: Calculate your GPA
Every student with college aspirations should learn how to not only calculate their own GPA, but how to keep that GPA up! In this video, learn how to figure out your own GPA, whether you be in high school or college. Stay ahead of the curve by following this easy guide.
How To: Use your math skills in unexpected careers
Just as English majors get tagged as being word junkies who will go on to become college professors or writers and nothing else, Mathematics majors get tagged as nerdy smart alecks who will also either become college professors or work at MIT as a researcher.
How To: Pull a Fake Used Condom and Pudding Prank on Your Roommates
If you've been in college for more than a week and don't have the extreme good fortune of having your own room, you've probably seen a used condom that you really could have lived without seeing. Perhaps you even know someone who has a leaving used condoms out problem. Well, now you've found the perfect way to get back at them.
How To: Make rock shrimp and lobster butter risotto
Mark Twain said “cauliflower is nothing but cabbage with a college education.” Well, that’s sort of what risotto is: rice with a college education.
How To: Format a cover letter in Standard Block format
This video goes over cover letter formats, specifically in Full Block Style. Cover Letters accompany resumes in job applications. They should be sent ahead of the resume. They go over your experience, desires and objectives. The cover letter is important to both employers and employees. A human resources or HR department often receives thousands of letters that it must review before granting a job candidate a job interview or even reading their resume. This is a LIAD Production for World of W...
How To: Manipulate your voice with sulfur hexafluoride gas
Lance Lund, a professor at Anoka-Ramsey Community College, was asked to prepare a promotional science video for the college back in 1995 that was to air on a local cable access channel. All went well until he inhaled some sulfur hexafluoride (SF6). The video never aired, but many more of you from around the world will be able to enjoy this right here.
How To: Do a zig zag running drill with Reggie Bush
Reggie Bush was one of the most exciting and talented players in the history of college football. In this video, he imparts some of this running back skills to younger players by teaching them the zigzag running drill. In this drill, player zig and zag in pairs, with one facing backwards and having to react to the other while navigating a set of cones.
How To: Improve your back and core with speed rows
You can always spot a rower because their upper bodies are like God's gift to women - perfect, broad shoulders, rippling abs, and capable arms. But you don't have to be on your college's rowing team to have a chiseled, Thor-like upper body.