Media Media Offered by Penn State Media Sales
Media Media Offered by Penn State Media Sales
| Albert Bandura: Part 2 More on DVD Version | Dr. Albert Bandura recalls his classic Bobo doll psychology experiment, and discusses the effects of aggression and violence in the media, morality and moral disengagement, self-efficacy, reactions to criticism, and plans for the future. From the Notable Contributors to the Psychology of Personality series. Produced by R.I. Evans. |
| Basic Video Camera Techniques More on DVD Version | Teaches the beginning principles of video camera use, describing and demonstrating various techniques for utilizing the camera more effectively. Instruction guide included. Produced by Instructional Media Productions. |
| Exploring Language: Thinking, Writing, Communicating -- The Rhyme and Reason of Politics More on DVD Version | Senator S.I. Hayakawa, former Senator Eugene McCarthy, Professor of Political Rhetoric Kathleen Jameson, and political media consultant Tony Schwartz analyze the persuasive powers of political speeches, including those of Winston Churchill, John F. Kennedy, and Martin Luther King, and comment on the impact of recent social factors such as Vietnam, Watergate, and televised political commercials. |
| Heart Healthy: Getting Personal / Changing Habits More on DVD Version | This media package, designed to be offered at the worksite or in a health-care facility, is intended to motivate participants to evaluate lifestyle patterns and establish healthier eating behaviors. The program's goal is to reduce the risk of heart disease by reducing and/or preventing elevated blood cholesterol levels. The program was developed by the Penn State Nutrition Center and produced by Penn State Television / WPSX-TV. |
| Women, Men, and Media: Media and the Family -- Scapegoats and Realities More on DVD Version | This series of panel discussions is a function of the Women, Men, and Media organization, a research and outreach project examining and monitoring gender issues in the newspaper, magazine, broadcast, and film industries. The organization is chaired by Betty Friedan and Nancy Woodhull, with Marlene Sanders as program director. In the first discussion, a panel of journalists, politicians, and educators takes a look at media coverage of the "family values" issue in the 1992 presidential campaign. |
| Women, Men, and Media: Sex, Lies, and Politics More on DVD Version | In this December 1991 panel discussion held under the auspices of the Women, Men, and Media organization, reporters and political activists examine media portrayals of women candidates and gender-related issues; namely, "character," or more precisely, the relevance of the sex lives of politicians. The panel ponders such questions as: Have women reporters been the moving force behind questions of character and personal conduct? Have women forced family issues into the mainstream? |
| Women, Men, and Media: Sex, Race, and Polarization More on DVD Version | In this May 1992 panel discussion, held under the auspices of the Women, Men, and Media organization and convened in the wake of the Los Angeles riots, minority journalists face representatives of special-interest groups in an examination of polarization in the country and its relationship to media. The panel ponders such questions as: Do media add to the problem? Have hard times exacerbated the antagonism among racial, sexual, and religious groups? Who are the purveyors of polarization and how can it be transcended? |
| When Kids Can't Concentrate: Understanding ADHD More on DVD Version | Guest panelists included Dr. James Levin, associate professor in the Graduate School of Education at Penn State, and Dr. John Shankin-Kaye, psychotherapist and educational consultant in private practice in Doylestown, PA. Joining the panel from the University of Massachusetts Medical Center will be Russell A. Barkley, Director of Psychology and Professor of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Barkley established the Center for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and now supervises numerous ongoing studies of the disorder. He is author of Taking Charge of ADHD: The Complete Authoritive Guide for Parents. Dr. Barkley also lectures nationally and internationally on the topic and is often called upon by the media to discuss ADHD. A resource list of organizations, books and materials prepared by TAKE NOTE producers will be available to listerners. Send a self-addressed-stamped-envelope (SASE) to: ADHD Call-In, 227 Outreach Building, University Park, Pa. 16802.c1997 |
| Media Literacy More on DVD Version | This program looks at the definitions of Media Literacy, the history and current status of the Media Literacy Movement in the U.S., core media literacy concepts, examples of students analyzing media and producing their own media, and the prominence of television in our lives. From the What’s In The News series produced at Penn State. |
| Testifying as an Expert Witness More on DVD Version | Testifying as an Expert Witness examines the Daubert v. Merrill Dow decision and its ramifications and impact on expert witness testimony. Case studies demonstrate effective communication, strategies of opposing attorneys, and preparation in a court house setting. Whether you are a scientist, an engineer, an economist or a real estate agent, this video is an essential study guide for professional and expert witnesses preparing for testimony. 1998. Produced by Professional Expert Witness and PSU professor Dr.Jack V. Matson in association with WPSX TV Media Solutions. |
| A+ Guide to Transitions from High School to College for Special Education More on DVD Version | ©2000 Produced by: Edvantage Media In this video you will meet teachers, parents, and school administrators, who describe the process and offer their best advice for having a successful experience. Most important, you will meet students who are planning their transitions, and those who have successfully done so. They tell us how they did it, how they determined what was right for them, and how they learned to advocate for their needs. A+ guide to Transitions from High School to College for Special Education will cover the following important topics: ∑ Identifying transition goals in preparation for college ∑ The role of School Counselors and Learning Consultants ∑ ADA Rule 504 ∑ The importance of tests (SATs and others) ∑ Preparing a student portfolio and transition goals in the IEP ∑ Helpful hints to consider in choosing a college ∑ A checklist for interviewing colleges ∑ Developing self-advocacy skills and self-disclosure |
| Successfully Parenting Your Baby with Special Needs More on DVD Version | ©1999 Produced by: Edvantage Media Successfully Parenting Your Baby with Special Need is designed to give parents hope and support through enlightening them to the wonderful benefits of Early Intervention. This video will teach parents about the system of services designed for children with unique needs between the ages of birth to three and their families |
| The 3R's for Special Education. Rights, Resources, and Results. More on DVD Version | ©1996 Produced by: Edvantage Media The key areas covered in this video are: ∑ Stages of the Special Education System ∑ Laws concerning a Child’s Right ∑ Design of the Individualized Education Plan ∑ Preparing for School Meeting ∑ Planning for the Future |
| A New IDEA for Special Education. Revised. Understanding the System and the New Law More on DVD Version | ©1998 Produced by: Edvantage Media WINNER OF THE PARENT’S GUIDE TO CHILDREN’S MEDIA AWARD 1998!! This insightful program will help both parents and educators better understand the recent changes to the law governing the Special Education System, The Individuals with Disabilities in Education Improvement Act (IDEA 2004). The Busch Admisnistraion reauthorized IDEA in the Fall of 2004. The changes to this law affect everyone, both regular and special educators and most importantly the students. In this program experts in education as well as experienced parents explain the law and the recent changes while guiding the viewer through the special education system. The key areas covered in the program are: ∑ The New Law- IDEA 2004 ∑ The Referral Process into Special Education ∑ The Evaluation Process of a Child ∑ Placement and Related Services ∑ Preparing for Transitions ∑ Discipline, Mediation and Standardized Testing |
| Creating Health Part 1: Osteoporosis and Bone Health More on DVD Version | Part 1: Osteoporosis and Bone Health This half hour broadcast provides an overview of osteoporosis and explores profiles of three people with the disease. The program offers practical information about nutrition and diet, exercise and risk assessment to provide an understanding of osteoporosis and a discussion of prevention options. Produced by Craig Kauffman. Creating Health is a public service initiative developed by Penn State Public Broadcasting in partnership with Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences and Cooperative Extension, College of Health and Human Development, College of Medicine/Hershey Medical Center, and Outreach Office of Marketing Research. c 2001 the Pennsylvania State University. See http://creatinghealth.psu.edu/osteo/definition.html Price Does Not Include Classroom/Instructional Performance Rights. Please contact Media Sales if you need Classroom/Instructional Performance Rights |
| Legal Issues in Trauma Therapy II: Strategies and Standards More on DVD Version | Recent years have seen a vigorous and well publicized against sexual abuse survivors and their therapists, exemplified by the false memory of movement. Laura Brown, David Calof, and Alan Scheflin describe the essence of the false memory attack, and explore how therapists can modify their procedures in order to protect themselves. Four therapists who have undergone legal harassment tell their stories. Discusses the kinds of mistakes that can contribute to problems, how to defend a suit, and what preventative measures to take. Topics include getting informed consent, maintaining the therapeutic alliance, knowing when to refer, taking appropriate notes, and staying current in the field. Consultation, collegial support, media contacts, and political action are also covered. |
| Legal Issues in Trauma Therapy I: The Memory Wars, II: Strategies and Standards More on DVD Version | Recent years have seen a vigorous and well publicized action against sexual abuse survivors and their therapists, exemplified by the false memory of movement. Laura Brown, David Calof, and Alan Scheflin describe the essence of the false memory attack, and explore how therapists can modify their procedures in order to protect themselves. Four therapists who have undergone legal harassment tell their stories. I: The Memory Wars Examine the motives and tactics of the false memory movement, and its effect on providing care for trauma survivors. Topics include defamation and harassment of therapists, lawsuits by patients and family members, complaints to licensing boards, and the targeting of prominent figures in the field of trauma work. 49 minutes II: Strategies and Standards Discusses the kinds of mistakes that can contribute to problems, how to defend a suit, and what preventative measures to take. Topics include getting informed consent, maintaining the therapeutic alliance, knowing when to refer, taking appropriate notes, and staying current in the field. Consultation, collegial support, media contacts, and political action are also covered. |
| One Woman’s Voice More on DVD Version | Media Sales has partnered with Penn State Public Broadcasting to distribute this newly released student documentary which chronicles the work of Penn State University teacher and poet/activist Dora McQuaid. Showcases McQuaid’s efforts to raise awareness of the multiple issues surrounding domestic and sexual violence. The impact of McQuaid’s message has been recognized statewide and she is a recent recipient of the The Governor’s Pathfinder Survivor/Activist Award 2003. More information is available on the artist's website: http://www.doramcquaid.com |
| Safe Harbor: A Story about the Underground Railroad More on DVD Version | To escape from slavery was no easy task. Obstacles emerged at every turn--in the forest, over the mountains, or on the open road. But once you reached the shores of Lake Erie, you knew you had almost made it. And with the help of a few good people, you did. Safe Harbor is about the Underground Railroad in western Pennsylvania, is an incredible story of strength and determinatoin told through the eyes of the the fugitives themselves and the people who risked everything to help them. From free black communities to middle class white society. Produced by Lisa and Rich Gensheimer, Main Street Media |
| Stanford Prison Experiment: Quiet Rage More on DVD Version | Dr. Philip Zimbardo's The Stanford Prison Experiment documentary Quiet Rage features archival footage, flashbacks, post-experiment interviews with the prisoners and guards, and comparisons with real prisons. It documents the surprise arrests by city police and vividly shows the pathology that developed among participants, forcing the two-week study to be terminated after only 6 days. The Stanford Prison Study is one of the most famous films used in the study of Social Psychology stanford.prison.study.media.psu.edu prison study |
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