Facilitator Training
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Fayetteville, Arkansas
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Sep 09, 2010 - Sep 10, 2010
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Provo, Utah
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Sep 14, 2010 - Sep 15, 2010
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Rochester, MN
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Sep 21, 2010 - Sep 22, 2010
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Albany, New York
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Sep 21, 2010 - Sep 22, 2010
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Cleveland, Tennessee
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Sep 22, 2010 - Sep 23, 2010
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How to download videos from YouTube and save them to your computer:
for a video tutorial on downloading and saving online video clips.
If you prefer step by step written instructions on how to download video files to your computer go here.
Any of free video clips in this collection can be used in the classroom as an attention-getting activity, an object lesson, or an introduction to one of the WhyTry lessons.
Supplemental Online Video Clips:
Suggest a clip: If you have any other video clips to recommend, please email us and let us know about them.
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The "Reality" Ride
SheiKra
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Diving machine roller coaster at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.
The Hulk Roller Coaster
Roller coaster at Islands of Adventure in Orlando, Florida.
"Reality Ride" Music Video
This music video was created for WhyTry by Dave Murray of Austin, Texas.
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Tearing Off Your Label
Mad for Poetry: "Still I Rise"
Eileen discusses how Maya Angelou’s poem, “Still I Rise,” helped her cast off labels.
The Sneetches
Animated version of the book by Dr. Seuss.
The Ugly Duckling
Walt Disney cartoon version of the classic fairy tale.
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Defense Mechanisms
Holiday Parking
Defense mechanisms gone bad in an episode of parking lot rage! From an episode of the tv comedy “Malcom In The Middle.”
Road Rage with Granny
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Don’t mess with little old ladies at pedestrian crossings!
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The Motivation Formula
Autistic Teen's Hoop Dreams
Jason McElwain comes off the bench to set a school record.
Lance Armstrong Rides
Inspirational Nike ad featuring Lance Armstrong.
I'm On My Bike
Another Nike ad featuring Lance Armstrong.
Heart of a Soul Surfer
A short introduction to the inspirational story of Bethany Hamilton, the teenage surfer who lost an arm in a 2003 shark attack.
Beats By The Bay: "Stay in School"
Inspirational music video from the Bay Area Rappers Care (B.A.R.C.) coalition.
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Climbing Out
Climbing Out
A great music video created for WhyTry by Dave Murray of Austin, TX.
Crabs In A Bucket
Live crabs trying to climb their way out of a bucket.
WaterbedA hidden camera gag catching some surprised shoppers.
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Jumping the Hurdles
Rube Goldberg machine
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Honda Accord commercial shows off an ingenious contraption made from car parts.
How Not To Hurdle
But do jump right back up!
Michael Jordan
"Learning from your mistakes."
Michael Jordan on success
“I’ve failed over and over in my life. And that is why I succeed.”
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Desire, Time, Effort
Steve Nash: “Training Day”
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"If you want to be good, you’ve got to practice."
Nike Training
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There are no substitutes for hard work.
Ronaldinho: Touch of Gold
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Brazilian superstar demonstrates what it takes to be the best.
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Lift the Weight
Weightlifter (VW ad)
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Maximum power condensed!
Weightlifting Mishaps
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Humorous mix showing various weightlifting accidents.
Olympic Weightlifter Mishap (Allstate ad)
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Are you in good hands?
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Get Plugged In
Medieval Help Desk
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What did tech support look like in the Middle Ages?
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The Wall
Attention Test
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What are you missing when you think you’re paying attention?
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Other Video Resources
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Freedom Writers
In 1998, PRIMETIME aired a report on this inspirational story about a group of at-risk high-schoolers and their teacher: “Teacher Erin Gruwell finds a unique way to inspire her students to learn, and in doing so, dramatically changes their lives from hopelessness and despair to a future of limitless possibilities.”
Purchase the original report from ABC News here: click here
The Freedom Writers Foundation promotes acceptance and innovative teaching methods in classrooms around the country. For more information visit www.freedomwritersfoundation.org
For the Paramount Pictures movie, “Freedom Writers” (2007), starring Hilary Swank, see www.freedomwriters.com
Ennis' Gift: A Film About Learning Differences
This motivational, inspirational film highlights people who have overcome great challenges. Many sections are applicable to the WhyTry Program: “Meet actors, scientists, business leaders, a polar explorer, a teacher and dozens of others — both children and adults — who have one thing in common: they all have learning differences.”
To purchase a DVD version of "Ennis' Gift," click here.
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Random Funny Videos
Funny Videos
Look for short video clips that can be used as an attention-getter. You may be able to find ways to tie them to the lesson, or just use them just for fun.
LA County Fair
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How to download videos from YouTube and save them to your computer:
for a video tutorial on downloading and saving online video clips.
If you prefer step by step written instructions on how to download video files to your computer go here.
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Instructions: How to download and save online videos to your computer
1. If the video clip is on Google video, you should see a link to the right of the video that says "Download video - iPod/PSP." Simply click on that link and follow the instructions to save the file to your hard drive. This will give you a .mp4 file that will work in Windows Media Player or in iTunes. If you would like to convert that file to a different format, then copy the URL at the top of the page and then follow the instructions in steps 2–4 below.
2. To convert file format, go to www.zamzar.com and select the tab that says "Convert Online Video."
3. Paste the copied URL from YouTube into the window that says "Paste URL". Then select a file format. For a PC, then .wmv (Windows Media Video) would be a good choice. For a Mac, .mov (Quicktime) is your best option. Next, enter your e-mail address and hit the "convert" button.
4. You should receive an e-mail with a link and instructions to download the converted file to your computer. The file will open in either Windows Media Player or Quicktime (depending on which format you chose). If you have any questions or experience any trouble with this process, please feel free to email
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Watch a Video Clip of Christian Moore,
Founder of WhyTry
WhyTry Brochure
Click here to download a printable brochure and catalog of the WhyTry Program Materials.
To view and print this brochure you will need the latest version of the Adobe acrobat reader.
You can download a free copy from www.adobe.com
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