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Compares the nervous systems of the hydra and earthworm with the complexity of the human nervous system. Details the physiology of the reflex arc and explains the activities of certain brain centers. Pictures laboratory experiments in which the encephalograph is used and explains its functions. Shows application of knowledge to actual techniques in brain surgery.
This film describes the origin and growth of glaciers; surveys the work of glaciologists in trying to understand the structure of ice and its importance in the study of climatology, meteorology, and geology. Included are scenes of glaciologists at work in Antarctica, Greenland, Alaska, Washington, and on Mt. Kenya.
Illustrates, using animation and live-action photography, man's efforts to learn more about the structure of the earth through study of deep mine shafts, deep wells, volcanoes, and earthquakes. Describes early theories of the earth's structure and the present world-wide efforts to discover more about its structure. Points out means scientists use to study earthquakes, how this study contributes to an explanation of the structure of the earth's interior, and the use of explosion seismology to produce artificial earthquakes. The intense heat of the earth's interior is evidenced in volcanic eruptions, geysers, and bubbling mud. The plan for placing a seismograph on the moon and the "Mohole Project'' are briefly discussed.
Emphasizes that the expert worrier should talk about his troubles to only two people--his doctor or his psychiatrist or psychologist. Notes that expert worriers are more intelligent than the average person, but they must be shown that manifestations of worry originate in themselves. (Explains the differences between a psychologist, psychiatrist, and psychoanalyst. Sums up the worry emotion in terms of physical activities, their causes, and means of correction. (Hofstra College & WPIX) Kinescope.
Discusses states' rights as a political issue in American politics, particularly in reference to the segregation problem in the south. Outlines the records of both parties on this issue. (KETC) Kinescope.
Presents twenty-four different species of birds as they are attracted to a yard that provides their three necessities of life--food, water, and shelter. Shows the various kinds of shelters that accommodate birds, the several types of water containers that will attract them, and the different kinds of food that they eat. States that attracting birds is educational and good conservation practice.
Safety Commission, National Education Association, Federal Civil Defense Administration, Archer Productions Incorporated
Summary:
Through animation, focuses on the steps to be taken for maximum safety in the street or in school in the event of an enemy attack by atomic or other weapons.
Presents the basic beliefs of Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, and explains their origins and development. Illustrates with animated diagrams the rise of new religions from older ones and portrays some important rituals of the group religions. Describes briefly the major sects of Christianity which have developed from the original group.
Traces the beginnings and history of the impact of technology on education. Illustrates some of the ways in which technology is being used to meet the dual problems of masses of students and the need for individualized instruction.
"This short black-and-white film shows eerie scenes of a downtown without people. The effect is disturbing. The camera shoots familiar urban scenes, without a soul in sight: streets empty, buildings empty, yet everywhere there is evidence of recent life and activity. At the end of the film we learn what has happened."--National Film Board of Canada
Young opposums are carried in their mother's pouch and they learn to use their tails to hold on to things. While Fignewton runs the shadow puppets, he illustrates the store of little Pete Opposum, who helps to capture a bandit, because he cannot hold on to things with his tail.
Shows the pre-game and half-time maneuvers of the Indiana University Marching Band during two of the 1960 home football games. The band is seen in pre-game activities for the Marquette game and the half-time activities at the Northwestern game. Depicts the combined high school bands' performance during the 1960 Band Day.
Demonstrates the operation and care of the Victor 16mm sound projector. Shows in detail the steps in assembling and threading the projector, demonstrates the 10-hour cleaning procedure for the film track and the optical and sound systems, illustrates the changing of projection lamps, and shows the 100-hour lubrication procedure. Depicts the instruction manual as an audio-visual tool.
Mary L. De Give, Margaret Cussler, Social Documentary Films
Summary:
Shows the Hopi Indian as a farmer, herder, craftsman, and trader. Pictures how difficult it is for him to live on the desert, especially with some of the government controls. Gives the Indian a chance to speak about his problems in education, place in American society, and means of making a living.
Discusses and shows with charts the female and male reproductive organs and explains their functions. Discusses the role of hormones in sexual maturation and in the processes of ovulation and fetal development.
Discusses and shows the wide variety of creatures who inhabit the seashore. Explains how they are adapted to the environment in which they make their homes. Presents filmed sequences of the sand flea, clam, sea hare, snail, many kinds of crabs, and other seashore creatures.
