Lessons from Lewis and Clark on living through the darkest days and longest nights.

Written by Amerikids USA The story of the existential crisis that bedeviled Lewis and Clark’s ragged crew, just after they got their first glimpse of the Pacific in November 1805. They were facing an endless and desperate winter in a place they knew nothing about. But first, they took a vote, on where to build

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Lecturus Interns Collaborate with Amerikids Productions Promoting Education & Film

Closing the Digital Divide: Lecturus Interns Collaborate with Amerikids Productions Promoting Education & Film This fall, 2024, Lecturus.org interns are taking a bold step toward closing the digital divide by collaborating with Amerikids Productions. Our internship program focuses on providing students with hands-on experience in cutting-edge technology, and this partnership offers a unique opportunity to

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Why We Used AI in the Development of Bird Woman Sacajawea

Why We Used AI in the Development of Bird Woman Sacajawea As filmmakers and storytellers, our goal with Bird Woman Sacajawea was to create a visually stunning, emotionally engaging, and culturally respectful portrayal of Sacajawea’s legendary journey. Lynn RogoffCEO  While this was our creative vision, we also recognized the opportunity to push the boundaries of

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REVOLUTIONIZING MOTION PICTURES WITH AI

REVOLUTIONIZING MOTION PICTURES WITH D-ID: A CASE STUDY OF USING GENERATIVE AI SOFTWARE TO MAKE “BIRD WOMAN, SACAJAWEA 03 July 2023 By Prof. Lynn Rogoff Introduction This case study explores the use of cutting-edge generative AI technology by professional actors, filmmakers, and storytellers to create captivating and inclusive content. Focusing on the groundbreaking motion picture

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Controversy over the age that Sacajawea Died

When Sacajawea really died? Sacajawea is one of the most famous figures in American history. She played a vital role in the Lewis and Clark expedition, helping the explorers navigate the uncharted territories of the western United States. However, there is a controversy surrounding her life and death, specifically around the age she died. According

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Some endangered frogs may be leaping back from extinction

Written by Amerikids USA Endangered Frogs Leaping Back This might be natural selection working at lightning speed, an example of survival of the fittest frogs. That would have implications beyond Panama, beyond frogs, beyond amphibians. The planet’s biodiversity is threatened by habitat destruction, climate change, hunting and fishing, the spread of invasive species, and all

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