Adult Education Movies

This three-video set is a valuable tutorial for high school or college students who are studying business, economics, psychology, education, health, biological sciences, social sciences, or liberal arts. Presented by a qualified professor, this course explains a variety of statistical problems on a chalkboard in an easy-to-follow approach. The topics covered include definitions, review of summation notation, descriptive statistics, one sample tests of hypothesis, testing differences between the means of two groups, testing for proportion, chi square tests, analysis of variance, regression and correlation, tables and charts, normal distribution and sampling distribution of the mean, confidence intervals, and sample size determination. This video is also an ideal learning tool for adults who wish to refresh their mathematical skills by studying the material at their own pace. ~ Forrest Spencer, Rovi

This two-volume documentary is the companion to the Pre-GED Language Arts, Reading program. This time, the student learns to apply the lessons that were addressed in the introductory set in preparation for taking the GED examination. The format simulates the actual format and content of the GED exam. The student is faced with the challenges of reading and comprehending a variety of materials, including poetry, essays, stories, plays, and business letters. The program uses its time-tested three-point process for getting to the heart of the printed word, and successfully articulating that understanding to others. ~ Rose of Sharon Winter, Rovi

This two-volume writing program is a companion to and prerequisite for the GED Language Arts, Writing program. In this introductory course, the writing student is given basic instruction in grammar, as well as tips to improve spelling, punctuation, and sentence structure. The use of the dictionary and thesaurus are covered. The program, while preparatory for the GED, will also enhance writing skills for ordinary tasks, from letter writing to job applications. ~ Rose of Sharon Winter, Rovi

This two-volume reading program is a companion to and prerequisite for the GED Language Arts, Reading set. In this introductory course, the reading student is given basic instruction on the art of reading and comprehending the written word. The program guides the student through source materials, including essays, poetry, newspaper articles, magazine articles, and short stories. The student is instructed how to discern the main and minor points the author is making, as well as ways to increase comprehension and retention of the material. The student is exposed to literary devices, such as metaphors, similes, rhyme, and irony. The facility gained in the art of reading, so necessary to successful living in the modern world, is specifically geared to readying the student to pass the GED reading examination. ~ Rose of Sharon Winter, Rovi

This video provides coverage of basic algebra topics such as quadratic equations, higher order polynomials, and quadratic roots and factors. Part one need not be watched in immediate conjunction with this program for viewers to adequately master these subjects. While the video targets college-level algebra, its creators claim that much younger math students should be able to grasp the material as it's taught in these easy-to-understand lessons. This program was co-written by Professor Dan Kalman of American University. ~ Elizabeth Smith, Rovi

This program is a refresher tutorial for students preparing to take the General Educational Development (GED) Science Test. Presented by a qualified teacher, the comprehensive course explains a range of GED test questions from biology, chemistry, physics, and geology in easy-to-understand language. Topics covered include reviewing and explaining common subject material; how to read and understand science text passages; reading and understanding graphs and diagrams; and more. This course is an ideal learning tool for anyone who wishes to refresh their science comprehension by studying the material at his or her own pace. This tutorial is the third volume of the Video Aided Instruction GED Series. This comprehensive program runs three hours and 56 minutes on two videos. ~ Forrest Spencer, Rovi

As part of the Standard Deviants line of educational videos, this tutorial attempts to teach the viewer several basic and quick lessons on college level biology. Using lessons co-written by univerisity professors, computer animation and unique graphics, the program covers the following biological concepts: the importance of amino acids, protein structure, cell structure, cell division, photosynthesis and respiration. These lessons condense a great deal of college level material into a very small amount of time and presents the information at a rapid pace. The speed may be a bit much for some viewers, but there is always the option of pause and rewind, which is not available during a live lecture. ~ Ed Atkinson, Rovi

Standard Deviants is a line of educational videos that are intended to teach the viewer several basic and quick lessons on various subjects. This edition focuses on college-level physics. Using computer animation, graphics, mnemonic devices and lessons co-written by university professors, this program covers the following topics: the conservation of energy, velocity, acceleration, Work-Kinetic Energy Theorem, Newton's Laws and several other aspects of physics. The lessons offered in this video are expanded upon in Standard Deviants: Physics Part 2. ~ Ed Atkinson, Rovi

The Standard Deviants series of videos and DVDs are recognized as excellent educational tools. This item in the series concerns the Spanish language. Such advanced concepts as conjugating verbs in various tenses are covered in such a way that the viewer can proceed at an individualized place. ~ Perry Seibert, Rovi

Expanding upon the lessons covered in Standard Deviants: Physics Part 1, this edition uses computer animation, skits, and mnemonic devices to explain and help the viewing student retain information on gravity, planetary motion, waves, heat, entropy and many other basic principals of college level physics. Each lesson is co-written by university professors and are condensed versions of what a first year college physics student would be taught in the classroom. The lessons move fast and may lose some viewers, but the option of pause and rewind allow for learning at a chosen pace. For those that grasp the information and wish to continue learning physics can further their understanding with the suggested study materials proposed by the teachers. ~ Ed Atkinson, Rovi