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TED Talks
Todd Humphreys: How to fool a GPS
Todd Humphreys forecasts the near-future of geolocation when millimeter-accurate GPS "dots" will enable you to find pin-point locations, index-search your physical possessions ... or to track people without their knowledge. And the...
Curated Video
Contrasting the everyday and the unknown settings in Baum's 'The Wizard of Oz'
Pupil outcome: I can understand and analyse the way different settings are presented. Key learning points: - Baum describes the everyday setting of Kansas as dull and predictable. - Baum describes the unknown setting of Oz as wondrous...
Curated Video
Respecting boundaries in friendships
Pupil outcome: I can explain how to respect personal boundaries. Key learning points: - We all have personal boundaries. - We should respect other people's boundaries. - In healthy friendships, we should feel free to state our...
Curated Video
The Silent Language of Gestures: Understanding Non-Verbal Communication
Explore the powerful role of non-verbal communication in our daily interactions. This video dives into the fascinating world of body language, examining how our gestures, facial expressions, and physical distances convey complex...
All Ears English
2100 - 3 Social Gaffes from Seinfeld That You Must Know
When you talk with any native speaker in the US, a reference to Seinfeld will eventually come up. Today, get our 3 favourite episodes which feature critical cultural mistakes- and find out how to listen for native speakers quoting these...
Organizational Communication Channel
Proxemics in Nonverbal Communication (Repost)
Proxemics is the nonverbal communication study of how much personal space people prefer to leave between themselves and others and it is a key feature of human interaction because it gives us cues about the nature of our relationships...
Organizational Communication Channel
Gender and Communication Differences (& Stereotypes)
Gender and Communication is an interesting and sometimes controversial topic. But, this video looks at several studies to compare and contrast what research says and considers how reliable common stereotypes are on this topic.
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Sami Nassim - Multiculturalism
Dr. Sami Nassim is a social scientist who has conducted research on the retention and successes of minority and international students on college campuses. Dr. Nassim is the founding Director of the Office of Multicultural Programs...
The Wall Street Journal
The Self-Driving Revolution
NuTonomy President Karl Iagnemma and Aurora co-founder and CEO Chris Urmson speak with WSJ car columnist Dan Neil about when we can expect more self-driving vehicles on the road.
Easy Languages
Easy German: The German in me
Easy Languages is an international video project aiming at supporting people worldwide to learn languages through authentic street interviews and expose the street culture of participating partner countries abroad. Episodes are produced...
Seven Dimensions
Overcoming Disempowerment
Marcus coaches Carol about respect after a complaint Michael has made against her. But when Michael asks Carol for feedback, she is harsh and rude, prompting another complaint. Marcus helps Michael deal with his negativity and introduces...
Curated Video
Saying What's Needed in English
This English language learning video shows learners how to talk about what’s needed and how to use modal verbs such as "have to," "should" and "must."
Weird History
What Was Up With Those Victorian Skirts?
Crinolines put the hoop in the Victorian-era skirt. For two decades, women wore crinolines - lightweight cages attached to their waists - under their clothing to create a wide, bell-shaped silhouette. Thanks to crinolines, hoop skirts...
Schooling Online Kids
A Life Skills Series: Interacting With Others - Non-Verbal Communication - Bay Needs Space
Life Skills: self-awareness and empathy
Bella has spotted a beautiful dragonfly outside. She can’t wait to show Bay! But when Bella approaches him, she invades his personal space and makes him uncomfortable. Can you help Bella...
Bella has spotted a beautiful dragonfly outside. She can’t wait to show Bay! But when Bella approaches him, she invades his personal space and makes him uncomfortable. Can you help Bella...
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Nonverbal Communication: Lesson 2
This lesson will explain the importance of nonverbal communication. It is 2 of 4 in the series titled "Nonverbal Communication."
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Nonverbal Communication: Lesson 4
This lesson will explain the importance of nonverbal communication. It is 4 of 4 in the series titled "Nonverbal Communication."