Instructional Video5:38
ACDC Leadership

Why Socialism Analyzing Einstein's Essay

12th - Higher Ed
Here is Einstein's article in the Monthly review magazine.



Why Socialism? by Alber

t Einstein

This article was originally published in the first issue of Monthly Review (May 1949). It was subsequently published in...
Instructional Video8:13
Professor Dave Explains

The Four Main Economic Systems

9th - Higher Ed
We've talked about free market economies and command economies, but the truth of the matter is that nearly every country on Earth utilizes a mixed economy, which blends aspects of each of the aforementioned economy types. Whether talking...
Instructional Video4:46
History Hit

George Orwell's 1984 with Dorian Lynskey: The re-emergence and influence of 1984

12th - Higher Ed
Why are people talking about George Orwell again? How much did the Spanish civil war influence and affect George Orwell as an individual and politically?<br/>
George Orwell's 1984 with Dorian Lynskey, Part 1
Instructional Video9:37
Mr. Beat

Fascism Explained

6th - 12th
Why is it that so many people get the definition of fascism wrong? Basically, because it's a complex thing to define, and it's become a word people use to describe their enemies in order to boost their political agenda or promote their...
Instructional Video16:45
History Hit

George Orwell's 1984 with Dorian Lynskey

12th - Higher Ed
Author and journalist Dorian Lynskey answers key questions about one of the seminal novels of the 20th century, George Orwell's 1984, which was published 70 years ago. Having written 'The Ministry of Truth' a book specifically about...
Instructional Video10:53
John D Ruddy

Russian Revolution in 10 Minutes

12th - Higher Ed
An animated video outlining the basic narrative of the Russian Revolution, what led to it, how it began, who was involved and how it slotted into the events of WW1.
Instructional Video2:23
Jam Campus

Capitalism Vs. Socialism Song

6th - 8th
Learn the basics of Capitalism and Socialism through song! A great way to boost classroom engagement when introducing new topics.
Instructional Video14:07
Mr. Beat

Capitalism, Socialism, and Communism Compared

6th - 12th
Mr. Beat explains the difference between capitalism, socialism, and communism. Karl Marx was the one who first articulated it, but boy is he misunderstood by many today.
Instructional Video6:40
Hip Hughes History

What is Socialism? Government Review

6th - 12th
A brief overview of the word, "Socialist".
Instructional Video15:03
Khan Academy

Communism, The 20th Century, World History

8th - 11th
Clarifying the differences between Capitalism, Communism, and Socialism, as well as describing the historical contexts for each, this video will help viewers understand the meaning of Communist and Capitalist countries. This resource...
Instructional Video13:48
Khan Academy

When Capitalism is Great and Not-So-Great

8th - 12th
Comparing and contrasting Capitalism and Socialism, this lecture outlines many nuances between the two economic systems, including the ideas of meritocracy and "fairness." A discussion about the effects of either system gone "unchecked"...
Instructional Video5:29
The Great War

Socialist and Front Soldier - Louis Barthas

9th - Higher Ed Standards
The countless deaths of the Great War are often unimaginable to young learners. Examining the life and writings of Louis Barthas, however, paints a picture of life in the trenches. Show your pupils what life was like as a poilu, or...
Instructional Video9:57
The Great War

From Socialist to Fascist - Benito Mussolini in World War 1

9th - Higher Ed Standards
While Benito Mussolini made his mark as the Italian fascist dictator during World War II, his experiences during the Great War formed his beliefs. An informative video traces the complex narrative, covering Mussolini's early life, his...
Instructional Video
Macat

An Introduction to Friedrich Hayek's The Road to Serfdom

9th - 12th Standards
Friedrich Hayek's 20th century work The Road to Serfdom warns readers against classical socialism and its tendency to stem from good intentions into total tyranny and control. A brief video explains Hayek's points about...
Instructional Video
Macat

An Introduction to Eric Hobsbawm’s The Age Of Revolution

9th - 12th Standards
Discover the ways that the exploited class has influenced our modern lives with a short study of Eric Hobsbawm's The Age of Revolution: 1789 - 1848. High schoolers discuss the Marxist perspective of how the Industrial...
Instructional Video10:05
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Crash Course

Economic Schools of Thought

9th - 12th Standards
Adam Smith, Karl Marx, and John Maynard Keynes held different beliefs about economic systems that evolved from their predecessors, and then shaped by their countries' economic situations. A video from Crash Course Economics...
Instructional Video10:18
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Crash Course

Economic Systems and Macroeconomics

9th - 12th Standards
What works better: a planned economy or a market economy? Join the global debate with a Crash Course video about macroeconomics and the differences between economic systems. With quotes from Adam Smith and Karl Marx guiding...
Instructional Video
Crash Course

Crash Course World History #33: Capitalism and Socialism

9th - 10th
In this Crash Course video, John Green teaches you about capitalism and socialism in a way that is sure to please commenters from both sides of the debate. Learn how capitalism arose from the industrial revolution, and then gave rise to...
Instructional Video
Other

Flvs Civics: Going Global: Forms of Government

3rd - 8th
In this video, learn about democracy, oligarchy, and autocracy, the three main types of government. [3:53]
Instructional Video
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: The Cold War: Communism

9th - 10th
The Khan Academy gives an overview of Communism and the Marxist-Leninist States prevalent during the Cold War.