Instructional Video5:32
Curated Video

Generating Ideas for Opinion Writing: Choosing Strong Topics

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher guides students through the process of brainstorming topics for opinion writing. They emphasize the importance of choosing a topic that they feel strongly about and can support with facts and experiences. The...
Instructional Video2:01
60 Second Histories

The Indian Mutiny of 1857 – part 1

K - 5th
This video takes a look at one of the main causes of the mutiny being the bullet cartridges issued by the British to the Indian troops being greased with pork & beef fat which was against their religious beliefs.
Instructional Video4:53
Curated Video

Writing Effective Body Paragraphs: Stating Reasons and Providing Evidence

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to write effective body paragraphs when responding to a writing prompt. The teacher emphasizes the importance of avoiding laundry list paragraphs and instead provides a step-by-step guide on how to...
Instructional Video8:10
Curated Video

Supporting Claims with Relevant Evidence

K - 5th
This video explains how to support claims in writing with relevant evidence from credible sources. It emphasizes the importance of using specific examples and information to strengthen arguments and make them more convincing. The video...
Instructional Video1:37
Global Ethics Solutions

Dirty Money! Part 1-What is Money Laundering?

Higher Ed
This is the introductory vide in this series on anti-money laundering basics for international employees. What is Money Laundering? Who is involved? Why is it done?
Instructional Video4:08
Curated Video

Developing a Strong Thesis Statement in an Opinion Essay

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to share an opinion through an essay by developing a strong thesis statement and supporting it with reasons. The lesson emphasizes the importance of having a clear and defendable opinion, as well...
Instructional Video9:07
Curated Video

Connecting Evidence and Reasons to Prove Your Claim

K - 5th
This video explains how to effectively support their claims in argumentative writing. The teacher explains the importance of clear evidence and reasons, and provides examples and strategies for connecting the evidence to the reasons and...
Instructional Video4:52
Curated Video

Writing a Strong Introductory Paragraph for an Argumentative Essay

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher provides a step-by-step guide on how to write a strong introductory paragraph for an argumentative essay. They emphasize the importance of engaging the reader in the topic by using a hook, such as an...
Instructional Video19:19
Oxford Comma

Romeo and Juliet Act 1 Scene 3: Discussion and Analysis

9th - 12th
Welcome to Scene by Scene, the series where we discuss and analyze plays in minute detail.

While doing so we bring our experience as actors, teachers, and directors to the discus

sion.

For this video we'll be looking at...
Instructional Video3:46
Curated Video

Crafting a Powerful Conclusion: Restating Your Thesis and Encouraging Action

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher provides guidance on how to end an essay in a way that leaves the reader thinking. They emphasize the importance of restating the thesis, explaining why it's important, and inviting the reader to take action....
Instructional Video4:48
Curated Video

How to Write a Powerful Conclusion for an Argumentative Essay

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains the steps to draft a strong conclusion for an argumentative essay. The steps include summarizing the argument, identifying a solution, and presenting the consequence of inaction. The teacher provides...
Instructional Video4:30
Curated Video

Organizing Ideas for a Persuasive Essay

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to organize ideas for a persuasive essay using a short plan. The teacher emphasizes the importance of crafting a strong thesis statement that sounds like a fact rather than an opinion. They also...
Instructional Video4:46
Curated Video

Writing Effective Opening Paragraphs: Hooking the Reader and Stating Your Thesis

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to effectively begin a response to a writing prompt. They emphasize the importance of hooking the reader and clearly stating the thesis statement. The teacher provides an example of a hook sentence...
Instructional Video4:34
Curated Video

Organizing Pre Writing Notes to Answer a Writing Prompt

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to organize pre-writing notes to answer a writing prompt. They emphasize the importance of using a plan and identifying the most important supporting details. The teacher provides an example of...
Instructional Video9:19
Curated Video

Supporting an Opinion with Strong Reasons and Evidence

K - 5th
This video is a lesson on how to support an opinion with strong reasons by adding evidence, such as facts and details. It provides examples and guidance on how to make your reasons clear and based on facts, ultimately making your opinion...
Instructional Video4:19
Curated Video

Choosing a Topic for an Argumentative Essay: Exploring Issues that Affect Your Life

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher guides students on how to choose a topic for an argumentative essay. They emphasize the importance of selecting a topic that they have a lot to say about and that affects their lives. The teacher provides...
Instructional Video4:04
Curated Video

Wrapping Up Your Answer: Telling Your Reasons

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher discusses the importance of wrapping up your answer in a constructed response. They provide steps to follow, such as analyzing the prompt, finding evidence, and judging the evidence. The teacher emphasizes the...
Instructional Video5:06
Curated Video

Organizing Ideas for a Persuasive Essay

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to organize ideas for a persuasive essay using a short plan. They emphasize the importance of staying focused on the thesis statement and avoiding storytelling. The teacher demonstrates the process...
Instructional Video9:41
Curated Video

Supporting Opinions with Facts and Examples

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how writers support their opinions with reasons and information. They emphasize the importance of using facts as examples to make reasons clearer and more valid. The teacher provides examples and...
Instructional Video9:16
Curated Video

Connecting Reasons to Claims in Argumentative Writing

K - 5th
This video is a lesson on using linking words and phrases to connect reasons to a claim in argumentative writing. The teacher provides examples and guides students through revising a draft to make the connections between their reasons...
Instructional Video11:51
Curated Video

Introducing a Topic Clearly: Adding Background Information

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains the importance of introducing a topic clearly in writing. They use examples of a clothing drive poster and an opinion piece to demonstrate how background information can make the topic more...
Instructional Video7:08
Curated Video

Combining Similar Paragraphs and Adding Reasons

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher provides guidance on how to strengthen argumentative writing by ensuring that each reason is unique and supported by evidence. The teacher models the process of identifying repetitive paragraphs, combining...
Instructional Video7:12
Curated Video

Adding Strong Evidence to Support Arguments

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains the importance of using strong and relevant evidence to support reasons in argumentative writing. The teacher provides examples and prompts for students to practice adding evidence to their writing....
Instructional Video5:24
Curated Video

Writing a Strong Closing Paragraph: Referring to the Prompt and Big Ideas

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to write a closing paragraph that stays on topic for a prompt. The teacher emphasizes the importance of referring back to the prompt and the main ideas of the response. They provide step-by-step...