A different way to visualize rhythm

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TED-Ed Original Lessons A different way to visualize rhythm - John Varney Animation by TED-Ed In standard notation, rhythm is indicated on a musical bar line. But there are other ways to visualize rhythm that can be more intuitive. John Varney describes the ‘wheel method’ of tracing rhythm and uses it to take us on a musical journey around the world. View full lesson » Is our climate headed for mathematical chaos? - Victor J. Donnay Animation by Karrot Animation Scientists have warned that as CO2 levels in the atmosphere rise an increase in Earth’s temperature by even two degrees could lead to catastrophic effects across the world. But how can such a tiny, measurable change in one factor lead to huge, unpredictable changes elsewhere? Victor J. Donnay uses billiards to illustrate tipping points, chaotic motion and their implications on climate change. View full lesson » How do germs spread (and why do they make us sick)? - Yannay Khaikin and Nicole Mideo Animation by Ace and Son Moving Picture Co., LLC Germs are found on almost every surface we come in contact with, which makes it incredibly common for our bodies to be exposed to them. But why are some of these germs relatively harmless, while others can be fatal? Yannay Khaikan and Nicole Mideo explore this question by examining germs’ varying modes of transmission. View full lesson »

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