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Programming - Cable presents educational contentA wide variety of cable TV programs, websites, and interactive multimedia is helping to spark imaginations, inspire creativity, and engage learners.  And it’s all free, courtesy of the cable industry!

Each month cable networks air a broad range of educational programs that can grab students’ attention, reach kids with different learning styles, and supplement classroom instruction.  In addition, network websites and support materials provide everything from vocabulary lists to lesson plans to suggested activities.

In addition, cable companies, networks, and associations have created an extensive assortment of initiatives that feature exploring academic subjects, volunteerism, mentoring, community building, contests, awards recognizing excellence, and more.

Whether you are a teacher, parent, caregiver, or learner, cable has something for everyone.

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TV One The Black List Our History Month
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Civics, Ethics & Communities, History
9-12
Our History Our Month - The Black List series
Black History Month on BET
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Arts, Personal Development
9-12
BET's Black History Month lineup encompasses an array of culturally dynamic films, original series, and specials, including the 5th annual BET Honors.
Black History Month on TV One
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History, Personal Development, Social Studies
9-12
TV One celebrates Black History Month with special movies and programming, including the premiere of The Black List.
This Is Me
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Personal Development
6-8, 9-12
This new installment of Disney Channel's series of interstitials features kids sharing their thoughts about what Black History means to them.
Disneynature Chimpanzee
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Science & Health
K-2, 3-5, 6-8
Celebrate Earth Day with Oscar! See Chimpanzee. Save Chimpanzee.

Cable Initiatives

For classroom & community

Nickelodeon’s The Big Help
The Big Help is Nickelodeon’s commitment to engage kids to take action and make a difference in their world.

Stemming the dropout crisis
Some thoughts about America’s dropout crisis and the role of telecommunications and media companies in stemming the tide.

History’s™ Take A Veteran to School Day
From the Greatest Generation to the Latest Generation, Let

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On TV / Online

Highlights of educational programs

February: Programs & Resources
Check out this month's picks of educational programs on cable.

Bio4Kids: Charles Dickens
This Biography website explores the life and work of Dickens.

Van Gogh: Painted with Words
Video clips examine Van Gogh's life through the 902 letters written to his brother.

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Leaders in Learning

Educators lead the way

Action Plans
Eric Johnson uses cable resources and hands-on experiences to bring current events to life for his students.

Speaking of History Blog
Eric Langhorst’s blog about using technology, including podcasts, to teach American history.

Math Class Needs a Makeover
At TEDxNYED, Dan Meyer shows classroom-tested math exercises that prompt students to stop and think.

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