Cosmos: A SpaceTime Odyssey

Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey is a 2014

American science documentary television
series. [1] The show is a follow-up to the 1980
television series Cosmos: A Personal Voyage,
which was presented by Carl Sagan on the
Public Broadcasting Service and is considered
a milestone for scientific documentaries. This
series was developed to bring back the
foundation of science to network television at
the height of other scientific-based television
series and films. The show is presented by
astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson, who, as a
young college student, was inspired by Sagan.
Among the executive producers are Seth
MacFarlane, whose financial investment was
instrumental in bringing the show to broadcast
television, and Ann Druyan, Sagan's widow, a
co-author and co-creator of the original
television series. [2][3] The show is produced by
Brannon Braga, and Alan Silvestri provides the
backing score. The series loosely follows the
same thirteen-episode format and storytelling
approach that the original Cosmos used,
including elements such as the "Ship of the
Imagination" and the "Cosmic Calendar .

WHAT IS THE STORY ?

Cosmos :a space time odyssey explores

humanitys quest to understand the universe.

The science driven series invites viewers to
take a journey on the ship of imagination to
discover the details behind the creation ansd
sustenance of the cosmos. Viwers also get a
glimpse of what it may look like in the future.
Historical accounts of the efforts of the early
scientists to learn more about the universe
also are offered. From understanding how
earth was created to addresssing questions
about the beginning of life, the series take a
fascinating look at out world and beyond.

EDUCATIONAL VALUE:
Underscores the value of using scientific
research and methods to understand
nature and the universe. Reinforces an
appreciation for science, nature, space,
and study. Themes include the conflicts
between early scientific theories and
various Christian faiths.
Host Neil deGrasse Tyson is an
astrophysicist with a flair for explaining
complicated things in a way most people
can understand. He's an inspiring role
model because he's incredibly smart, but
he seems really down-to-earth.
The way Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey
offers details about the universe and
beyond are entertainingly educational,
and the stories it tells about early
astronomers such as Copernicus and
Galileo, as well as important but oftenforgotten philosophers such as Giordano

Bruno, also are very interesting. But it's

the show's thoughtful enthusiasm for
using science as a way of understanding
our world, and what exists beyond it, that
makes it outstanding.
Host Neil deGrasse Tyson inspires kids to
think about their place in the world with a
relatable but smart approach.

RUBYS STUDIOS :
THE SIBLINGS SHOW
Ruby's Studio: The Siblings Show is a fun
way for families to broach common sibling
woes such as rivalry, struggles with
sharing, and feelings of inferiority.
Compassionate host Ruby discusses
these issues and more with a group of
real-life siblings, and together they
generate constructive methods for
dealing with them that families can easily
implement at home. Incorporating three
animated stories, a cooperative sibling
craft (also easily copied at home), and a
lively music video, this engaging show is
fun to watch and rich in themes that
promote healthy emotional development
and celebrate families of all kinds.

What's the story?

In RUBY'S STUDIO: THE SIBLINGS SHOW,
gentle host Ruby (Kelsey Collins) and
seven young friends discuss what it
means to be a sibling and explore the ups
and downs of getting along with brothers
and sisters. From the joys of having a
ready-made playmate to the struggles of
having to share, these real-life siblings
talk frankly with Ruby about this unique
relationship. They also consider healthy
methods of resolving conflict using caring
communication. Animated stories
illustrate the show's positive themes and
celebrate families of every kind, and an
energetic music video from Grammy
Award-winning Lucky Diaz and the Family
Jam Band gets kids up and moving.

EDUCATIONAL VALUE:

. The show promotes social and emotional

development and teaches kids strategies
for resolving conflict with brothers and
sisters. Empowering messages about selfworth and the rewards of caring
communication.

. Kids explore their feelings about sibling

relationships, both the positive and the
negative. Ruby helps them express how
issues such as arguing and competition
affect them, and they talk about positive
methods of resolving conflicts that arise.
Three animated stories also address
similar issues, showing kids how the
characters identify what's bothering
them, communicate it to other family
members, and arrive at a solution that
satisfies everyone involved. Other themes

remind kids of their inherent value as

individuals and as members of their
families.

. Ruby's kindness and empathy make her

an excellent role model for kids and
example for their parents. She
encourages kids to express their feelings
in a supportive environment, and they
work together to come up with solutions
to issues that affect every sibling set at
some point.

. Sibs will sharpen their skills and learn

new tools to resolve conflict, tame
jealousy and boost harmony, all while
enjoying a day of creative play with
beloved show host, Ruby, and her
adorable cast of characters. Sibling Skills
Include: Birth Order Blues Youngest,
oldest, or right in the middle, kids will
learn that everyone is unique and has an
important role in a family. Working it Out

Physical fighting is not OK! Kids will

glean memorable ways to talk it out and
explore how to share, take turns and feel
seen, heard and loved. Each Family is
Unique A celebration of families in all
forms including adoption, blended
families, and other common ways that
families come together. Preparing for a
New Baby Explores the excitement often
felt in the anticipation of a new sibling
while also offering tools to help children
address the challenges of this lifechanging arrival. Find the Love! Get up
and dance in this hand-clapping, hip
bumping music video that celebrates the
fun siblings share together

KAUN BANEGA
CROREPATI
Kaun Banega Crorepati (Who will become
a Millionaire; popularly known as KBC) is
an Indian television game show originally
aired on Star Plus commissioned by the
Programming team of Sameer Nair and
Tarun Katial.

While based on the UK game show Who

Wants to Be a Millionaire?, KBC
intersperses the playing of the game with
Bollywood style musical numbers and
other entertainment.
Kaun Banega Crorepati is an Indian
television game show originally aired on
Star Plus commissioned by the
Programming team of Sameer Nair and
Tarun Katial.

First episode date: July 3, 2000

Adaptations: Kannadada Kotyadhipati
(2012)
Language: Hindi
Awards: ITA Award for Best Anchor, more
Nominations: Star Guild Award for Best
Anchor, more

Genres: Game show, Reality television .

EDUCATIONAL VALUE:
Definitely, Students doesn't show that
much interest in classroom what they
show while watching KBC. It is 1 hr of
pure entertainment and knowledge.
Amitabh ji start with easy questions and
take difficulty level to upwards with every

question. Since, every question doubles

the winning price; its excite the viewer.
Another important thing is that "People no
just talk about the show but also discuss
the question being asked". When a
question being asked on TV, viewers try
to answer. If they answer correctly, they
get excited and happy. It push them to
think more and increase their hunger for
knowledge.
People discuss about the show and
encourage their children to learn general
knowledge books, read news paper etc.
Yes, I feel it creates some impact on
people to learn more G.K. There are many
competition exams where we need it
more. So, in some extent it creates an
awareness to gain more general
knowledge.
Since the questions cover topics from
religion, mythology to science, current
affairs etc. there is something of interest

to every person who watches this

programme.
And how happy a person becomes when
the answer guessed by him is declared as
the correct answers!
The format of show is such that creates
interest of every viewer irrespective of
his/her age. In other words this show has
been accepted by the people of every age
group and that is why this show is
exceptionally popular in India. We also
used to discuss the questions asked in
'Kaun Banega Crorepati' within our friend
circle which is a sign that this show has
made its mark in our minds and pushing
us towards relevant discussion in our free
time.

We can experience good general

knowledge based questions from 5th or
6th questions. Further this game show
'Kaun Banega Crorepati' has also

improved the financial position of various

needy people across India. To conclude I
would say yes 'Kaun Banega Crorepati'
has succeeded like anything in improving
the general knowledge level of people of
India.