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Exploring the Magic of Literature: A Journey Through Different Book Genres
This video discusses the importance of literature for children and explores different types of books available to them, such as picture books and lullaby books. It emphasizes the power of reading to transport us to different worlds and...
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7 Ways to Land a Job with a Liberal Arts Degree
Considering a Liberal Arts degree but worried about snagging a job after graduation? Check out what these seasoned professionals have to say, including what the Liberal Arts offered which no other degree could!
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Floyd Cheung - The Literature of Japanese American Incarceration
Floyd Cheung, Vice President for Equity and Inclusion and a professor of English and American Studies at Smith College, has edited several volumes highlighting forgotten and lesser-known Asian American writers, focusing on diversifying...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Artur Proidakov - Teaching in Difficult Times: From Pandemic to War
Artur Proidakov is a Top 10 finalists Global Teacher Prize 2023 and the winner of Global Teacher Prize Ukraine. He was born and grew up in Stakhanov (now Kadiivka) in Luhansk region, under Russian occupation since 2014, where Russian...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Artur Proidakov - Teachers Make a Difference - Natalya Filonenko
Artur Proidakov is a Top 10 finalists Global Teacher Prize 2023 and the winner of Global Teacher Prize Ukraine. He was born and grew up in Stakhanov (now Kadiivka) in Luhansk region, under Russian occupation since 2014, where Russian...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Frank Abe - The Literature of Japanese American Incarceration
Frank Abe, a third-generation Japanese American, co-edited the anthology "The Literature of Japanese American Incarceration" with Floyd Chung for Penguin Classics. The anthology presents a comprehensive collection of writings, including...
Wonderscape
Understanding Third Person Point of View in Literature
Explore the concept of third person point of view in literature, which differs from first and second person perspectives. Learn about the tools used in third person narration, including omniscient, limited, and objective viewpoints....
Wonderscape
Understanding Second Person Point of View in Literature
Explore the unique and uncommonly used second person point of view in literature. Learn when and why this perspective is employed, despite its infrequent occurrence in academic essays. Discover examples of second person writing from...
Wonderscape
Exploring Points of View in Literature: First Person Perspective
Delve into the intricacies of first person point of view in literature, where stories are narrated by characters directly involved in the events. Learn about the nuances of singular and plural first person perspectives through examples...
PBS
The Evolution of Creepy Dolls
Maybe it’s the unblinking eyes, staring at you, emotionless, day and night. Or, perhaps it’s their small size acting as a cloak of innocence. Or their human-like appearance that makes them seem just slightly too real. However, you want...
Curated Video
Fundamentals of Neural Networks - Residual Network
Deeper neural networks are more difficult to train. We present a residual learning framework to ease the training of networks that are substantially deeper than those used previously. This clip is from the chapter "Convolutional Neural...
Healthcare Triage
Can Dosing with Psilocybin Mushrooms Treat Depression?
May is mental health month, and we're talking about treatments for depression. Today, we're looking at the evidence for using psilocybin mushrooms to treat depression. There's lots of studies to look at, so here we goooo!
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Elizebeth Friedman
Elizebeth Friedman revolutionized American cryptology and played a crucial role in bringing down mobsters and spy rings in the 20th century.
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Pam Muñoz Ryan
Author of groundbreaking novels like “Esperanza Rising" and "Echo," Pam Muñoz Ryan has made literature more representative by expertly mining her own rich Mexican American heritage.
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Julia Alvarez
Julia Alvarez's remarkable contributions to Hispanic literature explore immigrant experiences, cultural identity, and resistance against injustice.
PBS
Basilisk or Cockatrice? The Mysterious King of Serpents
A venomous snake who can kill with its gaze alone, the basilisk has terrified us for thousands of years. But it also has another name—the cockatrice. That’s right, the reptile-chicken hybrid creature and the poisonous snake are actually...
PBS
How Gargoyles Became Monsters
Before these stoney grotesques became monsters they were just water spouts. We still adorn our buildings with the carvings and sculptures of the frightening, funny, and exaggerated forms—but why? Learn all about the strange history of...
PBS
Godzilla and Mothra: King and Queen of the Kaiju
Godzilla is one of the most recognizable monsters in film, and he should be. After all, he is part of the longest running film franchise in the world, but you might be surprised to learn that his history in literature is just as...
Great Big Story
Voices of Empowerment: Black Storytellers Across Disciplines
Dive into the inspiring narratives of influential black storytellers who shape our understanding of culture, identity, and history. From literature to music, film to photography, these creators share the importance of representation and...
Curated Video
Review for You: Characteristics of Poetry
Mr. Griot explores the characteristics of poetry and figurative language by looking at examples and examining text.
Curated Video
Macbeth Summary
In this captivating retelling, the tragic tale of Macbeth unfolds with vivid detail. We witness the fateful encounter with the three weird sisters, whose prophecies set in motion a chain of events that lead to Macbeth's downfall. As he...
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Macbeth Credits
This video provides a reflective analysis of the tragic conclusion of Shakespeare's Macbeth, emphasizing the themes of ambition, fate, and moral decay. Through humorous commentary and poetic reflections, it explores the consequences of...
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Macbeth Context: Witchcraft in Shakespeare's Time
This video examines the significance of witches in Shakespeare's Macbeth, highlighting how King James I's fascination with witchcraft influenced the inclusion of witches in the play. It explores the historical context of witch hunts in...
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Macbeth 5.7 Performance: Macbeth and Macduff Fight
This video features the intense confrontation between Macbeth and Macduff, where Macbeth defiantly faces his adversary, believing himself invincible due to a prophecy. Macduff, however, reveals his unique birth circumstances, leading to...