Crash Course
Theories About Family & Marriage: Crash Course Sociology
Today we’ll explore how sociology defines family and the different terms used to describe specific types of family. We’ll look at marriage in different societies, as well as marital residential patterns and patterns of descent. And, of...
TED Talks
Fredy Peccerelli: A forensic anthropologist who brings closure for the "disappeared"
In Guatemala's 36-year conflict, 200,000 civilians were killed — and more than 40,000 were never identified. At the Forensic Anthropology Foundation of Guatemala, Fredy Peccerelli and his team use DNA, archeology and storytelling to help...
MinuteEarth
What Makes A Dinosaur?
Due to a revolution in our understanding of the tree of life, birds are dinosaurs, while dimetrodons are not. ___________________________________________ FYI: We try to leave jargon out of our videos, but if you want to learn more about...
TED Talks
TED: How labor unions shape society | Margaret Levi
The weekend. Social Security. Health insurance. What do these things have in common? They all exist thanks to the advocacy of labor unions. Political economist Margaret Levi explains how these organizations forge equality and protect...
SciShow
What 100,000+ Children Taught Us About Neglect in Early Childhood
Neglect in the first few years of a child’s life can have many adverse consequences, and one of the largest studies on these effects occurred after the Romanian Revolution in 1989.
TED-Ed
A day in the life of an ancient Babylonian business mogul | Soraya Field Fiorio
It's 1762 BCE. As dawn breaks in the Babylonian city of Sippar, Beltani— a priestess and businesswoman— receives an urgent visit from her brother. He makes a troubling accusation: her tavern keeper has been undermining the business...
TED Talks
Joel Leon: The beautiful, hard work of co-parenting
"Co-parenting" isn't a buzzword -- it's a way of showing up for your family openly, consistently and lovingly, says storyteller and father Joel Leon. In this moving talk, he challenges all parents to play an equal, active role in their...
Crash Course
Revolutions of 1848: Crash Course European History
In 1848, Europe experienced a wave of revolutions. Last week we covered some of the reform movements that presaged these uprisings. This week, we're learning about what the people wanted from the revolutions, who was involved, and how...
Crash Course
The Impacts of Social Class: Crash Course Sociology
This week we are building on last week’s outline of American stratification to explore how class differences affect people’s daily lives. We’ll explore variations in everything from values & beliefs to health outcomes, and look at how...
SciShow
What Really Happened with Typhoid Mary
The famous symptomless carrier of Typhoid Fever, Mary Mallon, never felt the effects of the fever, but never recovered from a medical system that didn’t know how to treat a carrier of the disease.
TED-Ed
Why was India split into two countries? | Haimanti Roy
In 1947, the British viceroy announced that after 200 years of British rule, India would gain independence and be partitioned into Hindu India and Muslim Pakistan. What followed was one of the largest and bloodiest forced migrations in...
Curated Video
Clan MacDonald Family Tree | Scottish Genealogy
Clan MacDonald Family Tree | Scottish Genealogy
Curated Video
Solidarity and Kindness
In this video, Okina the Ostrich shares her experience of solidarity and the importance of collaborating with others in need. She explains how she participates in charity races to raise money for children and families in Somalia. The...
Curated Video
Exploring the World of Owls: Fascinating Facts and Myths
This video explores the fascinating world of owls, highlighting their unique characteristics and behaviors. From their intelligence and silent flight to their powerful hunting abilities and monogamous mating habits, owls are truly...
Curated Video
The Importance of Unity: Lessons from Raffi the Rabbit
In this video, Raffi the Rabbit teaches the importance of unity and sticking together during difficult times. Through the story of Joab and his grandmother's flooded farm, Raffi shows how unity can bring people together to help and...
Curated Video
Food Quality and Family Visits at Pennhurst State School and Hospital
In this video, former residents and employees describe how meals for residents of Pennhurst were unappetizingly mixed in a single bowl and they had only 10 minutes to eat. It mentions severe sanitation issues, including the presence of...
Curated Video
Only In Netherlands 16 - Dysfunctional Stork Family
Dysfunctional Stork Family:Zoo keepers are puzzled as they observe what might be the most dysfunctional family of storks in Europe, showcasing the quirks of nature.
Curated Video
Only In China 6 - Dog Park Lifestyle in China
Dog Park Lifestyle in China:Chinese families increasingly treat their dogs as family members, indulging them with food, clothes, and even family outings, reflecting a growing trend in pet culture.
Curated Video
What are Project Outcomes? And how are they different from outputs or objectives?
It's easy to get confused: Objectives, Outputs, Outcomes. But they are different, and the differences matter. So, what are Project Outcomes?
Curated Video
Landmarks - Berlin Wall
THE BERLIN WALL SEPARATED FAMILIES AND SHUT OFF WEST BERLIN FROM ITS COMMUNIST NEIGHBOURS. WHEN CONSTRUCTION STARTED IN 1961, THE EAST GERMAN LEADERS PROCLAIMED IT AS AN ANTI FASCISM PROTECTION BARRIER , BUT IT WAS WIDELY SEEN IN THE...
Food Farmer Earth
Deborah Madison Explores Vegetable Literacy: Uniting Cooking with Botany
Join Deborah Madison as she bridges the gap between gardening and cooking through the concept of vegetable literacy. Discover how understanding plant families can transform your approach to cooking and appreciating vegetables in your diet.
Let's Tute
Understanding Nutrition: A Complete Guide to a Healthy Diet
The video discusses the importance of nutrition and a balanced diet for a healthy and fit lifestyle. It explains the different types of nutrients and their food sources, as well as the consequences of undernutrition and overnutrition....
Curated Video
Huntington's: The Disease
Discover how Huntington's disease is passed on through a single gene. How does it progress, what are the symptoms and is there a treatment? Biology - Cells And DNA - Learning Points. Huntington's disease is a genetic disorder that is...
Great Big Story
Fighting for water rights, the story of Detroit's crisis
Discover the efforts of We The People of Detroit to combat water shut-offs affecting over 100,000 families in three years.