Saturday, January 9, 2010

INTERESTING SITES

I read an article that told about some very interesting websites.  I wanted to pass on this information to all of you.  Many offer videos and/or audio in various subjects.  I have bookmarked them on my computer. I figure some could come in handy. And for the writers out there, maybe they can help you when you need to research a subject for your book or article.
Check them out.
Academic Earth http://academicearth.org/
This site has lots of free video courses from the leading universities, such as MIT, Columbia, Yale, UCLA and more. 
Research Channel http://www.researchchannel.org/prog/
They have a video library of over 3,500 titles available from many universities and research organizations.
Video Lectures http://videolectures.net/Top/
Here you can watch video lectures, interviews, tutorials, and more. 
Webcast Berkeley http://webcast.berkeley.edu/
You can use either audio or video versions to listen to lectures, speakers, poetry readings and courses.
BBC http://www.bbc.co.uk/
Videos on top stories, television shows, sports and more!
LibriVox http://librivox.org/newcatalog/
This site has many free audio books.  You search to see if they have what you want.
The History Channel http://www.history.com/
Many videos available on variou subjects, such as history,mysteries, wars, science, etc.
Harvard at Home http://athome.harvard.edu/
"Experience some of the exciting research, teaching, and public addresses making news at Harvard University today—right from your desktop. With more than sixty customized multimedia-rich programs on topics ranging from stem cells to Beethoven, Harvard@Home brings the best of Harvard to you."
Wonder How To  http://www.wonderhowto.com/
Lots and lots of How-to videos in various subjects, liste at the bottom of the page.  Who knows, maybe one can help you solve a problem or mystery or answer a question.
HP Learning Center http://h30187.www3.hp.com/?tab=allClasses
Need more information on digital photography, home office, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, PC security & maintenance, and more. Check them out.

2 comments:

  1. What a wealth of information. Thanks for sharing this.

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  2. You are such a generous girl! Thanks. And I sure hope you're feeling better. What a lousy way to spend your evening.

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