Schooling Online
Ray Bradbury's The Pedestrian - Theme of Nature and urbanisation
Have the comforts of modern living made us forget about our place in nature? If so, what does that mean for us? In The Pedestrian, Ray Bradbury shares some important ideas with us about our place in the natural world, and why we should...
Schooling Online
Ray Bradbury's The Pedestrian - Theme of Media and Technology
Ever since the advent of the smartphone we’ve seen a rapid uptick in the influence of technology over our everyday lives. But Ray Bradbury predicted this, all the way back in the 1950s! In The Pedestrian, Bradbury projects his mind...
Schooling Online
Ray Bradbury's The Pedestrian - Theme of Individuality and Conformity
It’s usually easier to just fit in and go with the flow, right? But when we conform, we are easier to control. No thanks! In ‘The Pedestrian’, Ray Bradbury shows us what happens when our freedom and individuality are taken from us. Join...
Schooling Online
Ray Bradbury's The Pedestrian - Plot Summary
It’s 2053 and people are so addicted to their ‘viewing screens’ that they barely venture outside. At 8pm on a frosty November evening, Leonard Mead defies convention by going for a stroll. Unfortunately for him, a passing police car...
Schooling Online
Ray Bradbury's The Pedestrian - Context
Ray Bradbury always had an eerie knack for predicting the future. How? By paying careful attention to dominant ideas and events in his time. Join us for an overview of Bradbury’s life and influences. We’ll also look at how 1950s,...
Vlogbrothers
Why I Love Makeup
In which John discusses his love for makeup while being made up for a television show. Thanks to Bridget for her expertise and for her patience as I asked her a million questions about makeup.
Curated Video
Rewrite an Expression to Represent Discount
In this short math video we will rewrite an expression to represent discount. We will be presented with a real world situation involving discount. We will read and interpret a given algebraic expression that represents the discount of an...
Curated Video
Trump too busy to watch impeachment hearing
President Donald Trump says he’s been “too busy” to watch the first public impeachment hearing.
Curated Video
Finding Heights and Lengths Using the Pythagorean Theorem
In this video, the teacher explains how to find the height of a building and the length of a television using the Pythagorean theorem. They review the formulas for the theorem and demonstrate how to round square roots to the nearest...
The Art Assignment
Art Trip: PST: LA/LA | The Art Assignment | PBS Digital Studios
Latin American and Latinx Art is celebrated across Southern California with the Getty-funded initiative Pacific Standard Time: LA/LA. Catch a glimpse of as much of the art, artists, experiences, and tacos as we could pack into three...
Weird History
Facts About Martin Luther King Jr.
Civil Rights activist and Baptist minister Martin Luther King, Jr., is most remembered for his use of nonviolence and civil disobedience to advance civil rights and pursue equal opportunities for African Americans. He opposed segregation...
The Wall Street Journal
Future Of: Entertainment/Media
The entertainment business is in the midst of huge transformation in consumer behavior. Jeffrey Katzenberg talks about the new media landscape, the changes in consumer behavior and his new short-video subscription service Quibi.
Mediacorp
Baba Ramdev: India's God Man and Yoga Master
This video explores the world of Baba Ramdev, India's most famous God man. With a $300 million estate and plans to open 700 schools, Baba Ramdev aims to address India's failing education system. However, the video also raises questions...
Curated Video
Getting Started with Comparisons: Finding and Listing Information
In this video, the teacher guides students on how to gather information for a comparison. They explain the importance of starting with one element and provide step-by-step instructions on how to skim for relevant information and list all...
Curated Video
Mass Media: Functionalist
A general introduction to the Functionalist perspective on Mass Media.
Learn French With Alexa
Possessive Adjectives: Feminine Singular
Learn French feminine singular possessive adjectives
Mediacorp
The Modern Spiritual Path in India
This video explores the growing popularity of godmen and gurus in modern India, particularly among young professionals who are seeking spiritual guidance and a deeper meaning in their lives. It features interviews with disciples and...
The Wall Street Journal
The Sport Entrepreneur's Blueprint
As the sports industry embraces betting and e-sports, how does the game change?
Science360
The Mission of the Office of Legislative and Public Affairs
What is the mission of the Office of Legislative and Public Affairs within the National Science Foundation? What is OLPA currently working on and what are its goals for the future? This video explains all the above and shows you what the...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Bill Yousman - Race and Media
Bill Yousman, Ph.D. is the Director of the Media Literacy and Digital Culture graduate program at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, CT. He earned his doctorate in Communication from the University of Massachusetts-Amherst. Yousman is...
Curated Video
The Appeal of Pop Music
Pop music is a popular genre that emerged in the 1950s and 60s, characterized by its catchy melodies, dance-oriented rhythms, and broad range of styles. It borrows elements from various genres, including rock, Latin, and country, and...
History Hit
The Knight's Food, A Humble Meal: Types of peasant food
What was significant about bread in terms of its color in the middle ages? What was beer, or ale, like during this time as well? What types of food were considered peasant food? The Knight's Food, A Humble Meal, Part 1
Mediacorp
Christianity is the Minority in Indonesia
This video explores the experiences of Christians in Indonesia, a country known for its religious diversity. It highlights the challenges faced by the Christian community, particularly Chinese Indonesians, who have historically faced...