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UNDERSTANDING PREJUCIDE
Whether it's racial assumptions, views on gender, income, vocation, clothing, even whole cities or suburbs, all of us hold
prejudicial thoughts. In this intelligent and thought-provoking program we explore some of the reasons why society chooses
to "accept" some people, but excludes and rejects others. Including a brief historical look at groups of people who have
experienced prejudice, and why these views differ today, this is an excellent discussion starter for your classroom.
#13058/2137 29 minutes 2008 $95
BLIND SPOTS AND BIASES: Hidden Forces that Shape Your Decision
We use mental shortcuts every day to help us make decisions, and often we don't even realize it. This program explores five
mental shortcuts, or "blind spots": Expectation, Belief, Availability, Anchors, and Imitation. Learn why optical illusions and
magic tricks surprise us, and how our need to confirm our beliefs often prevent a cold. Understand how availability affects
purchasing habits, how a bias can make a normal price seem like a great sale, and what causes laughter to be so contagious.
#13034 24 minutes 2010 Includes Guide $125.95 *CC
PERSUASION IN EVERYDAY LIFE
Viewing this program is like holding a mirror up to your mind! Use it to explore five often hidden forces that shape beliefs
and judgments: FRAMES, SETTING, FILTERS, SOCIAL INFLUENCE and BELIEF.
#10382/1120 22 minutes 2007 Includes Guide $125.95 *CC
CONVERSATION: Exploring Preconceived Notions about Otherness
You're walking down the street and you see someone approaching. You glance at his or her face and see - what, exactly?
Filmed in London, this program brings together more than two dozen total strangers to reveal the hidden judgments people
make about those they don't know. Cleverly composed of nothing more than juxtaposed faces and unvarnished commentary
by the film's subjects, Conversation creates an edgy meta-dialogue on how we tend to project our fears and desires onto our
fellow humans. Illuminating and unsettling-and a guaranteed discussion-starter for courses in the areas of psychology,
sociology, communications, and race/ethnicity/gender studies as viewers become aware of their own preconceived notions
about otherness. Original title: Conversation. #12736/0635 19 minutes 2008 $129.95
THEM AND US - We're all prejudiced about prejudice. We stereotype our stereotypes. We're biased about our biases. We
create people types called "us" and "them". But every "us" is somebody else's "them"! This program explores common thinking
habits to show how they can easily lead to hidden assumptions, bias, and prejudice. Stereotyping and prejudice are not
limited to the ignorant or closed-minded. Its beginnings lie in the almost automatic need to group people into categories and
to identify clear "us" and "them" groups. The program assumes it is better to identify and challenge your own bias rather than
declare yourself bias-free. We each have some hidden assumptions about some people types - age, gender, race, ethnicity,
size, nationality, or lifestyle. Not about specific minority groups, it rather explores the mental processes we use to deal with
other cultures, with people who do not fit our category of "us". #10399/1120 27 minutes 2007 *Includes Guide $125.95 *CC
CELEBRATING DIVERSITY: A Universal Message from the Real Rain Man *Recipient of a 2007 Telly Award!
“CELEBRATING DIVERSITY is a uniquely valuable resource for preventing peer cruelty and promoting respect and caring - not
only toward those with visible disabilities but toward all members of the school community. Character educators everywhere
should have this compelling DVD in their toolbox." Thomas Lickona, author, Character Matters, and director, Center for the
4th and 5th Rs, SUNY Cortland
For general and special educators, parents, and students committed to creating a more inclusive and tolerant school and
community, this program provides a powerful teaching and learning tool. An excellent resource for staff development, parent
training and/or for use with students in grades 5-12 as part of a character education unit. Meet Kim Peek, The Real Rain Man,
observe him interact with students and demonstrate his unique gifts. Through his life's story, viewers will learn about
accepting differences in others, developing tolerance and fostering a greater understanding of diversity.
#11384/1435 27 minutes 2007 $99.95 *CC
LOOK US IN THE EYE: The Old Women's Project
"Incredibly powerful film! Encourages us to examine our stereotypes and prejudices. Uses humor and powerful images to
convey the strength and brilliance of old women. Girls and women everywhere must see this film and they should bring along
the boys and men they know too!" Lourdes Torres, Associate Professor, De Paul University
Cynthia Rich, Mannie Garza and Janice Keaffaber take the stereotypes of an ageist culture and turn them on their heads. The
Old Women's Project refuses invisibility and proclaims that old women are part of every social justice issue.
#12471/0145 26 minutes 2008 $239.95
PRAYING WITH LIOR - The winner of numerous awards, this documentary asks whether someone with Down syndrome
can be a "spiritual genius". Many believe Lior is close to God -- at least that's what his family and community believe -- though
he's also a burden, a best friend, an inspiration and an embarrassment, depending on who is asked and when. As this moving
and entertaining documentary moves to its climax, Lior must pass through the gateway to manhood - his Bar Mitzvah. Disc 1:
Feature Film Presentation (88 minutes) - Bonus Scenes, Deleted Scenes, Filmmaker Biography, Educational Resources (24
minutes). Disc 2: Educational Special Features Extra Scene - "Creating Room in God's House" (11 min) - Classroom-Ready Video
Units - "Family Dynamics" (12 min) - "Inclusion" (10 min), "Bar Mitzvah" (15 min). #12722/0645 Two discs 2007 $493.95 *CC
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