This video-enhanced lesson uses segments from the NATURE program "Ravens" to explore what scientists can determine about animal intelligence. (Grades 9-12)
September 23rd, 2008 | 2 comments | 4,226 Views
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Bird Brained?: Lesson Overview
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Bird Brained?: Video Segments: Ravens
Segments from NATURE's "Ravens" demonstrate indicators of animal intelligence, including communication, counting, memory, and basic problem solving.
July 15th, 2008 | 0 comments | 3,648 Views
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The Raven: Creator of the Universe?: Procedures for Teachers
View the classroom procedures for the lesson "The Raven: Creator of the Universe?"
June 27th, 2008 | 0 comments | 1,564 Views
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Students will conduct research to learn about the fascinating ways and lore of the raven, from images of death or ill omen to images of placing the sun in the sky.
June 27th, 2008 | 0 comments | 2,327 Views
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Ravens: Introduction
Long recognized as one of the most intelligent birds, the raven also has a less than savory image as a scavenger that does not discriminate between humans and animals.
June 10th, 2008 | 38 comments | 41,634 Views
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Ravens: Video: Raven Intelligence
In Scandinavia, an unattended ice fishing line turns provides an easy meal for a clever raven -- until the frustrated fisherman finally discovers the thief's identity.
June 10th, 2008 | 8 comments | 8,249 Views
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Ravens: Discover the Brainpower of the Bird in Black
Some scientists consider corvids' intelligence to be on par with canids like wolves and dogs, and have conducted investigations into the raven's brainpower.
June 10th, 2008 | 22 comments | 9,697 Views
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Ravens: Video: Playing in the Snow
Ravens love a fresh snowfall. This raven truly seems to be enjoying itself as it rolls again and again through the snow -- more like a puppy than a bird.
June 10th, 2008 | 1 comment | 4,896 Views
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Ravens: Video: Getting a “Birdie”
Some ravens have taken to stealing and hiding golf balls, perhaps because they look like eggs.
June 10th, 2008 | 2 comments | 4,645 Views
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Ravens: Video: Meddling with Eagles
Two courting eagles drop through the sky with talons locked. But a nearby raven can't resist the opportunity to stir up mischief.
June 10th, 2008 | 1 comment | 5,028 Views
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