TED Talks
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie: The danger of a single story
Our lives, our cultures, are composed of many overlapping stories. Novelist Chimamanda Adichie tells the story of how she found her authentic cultural voice -- and warns that if we hear only a single story about another person or...
Curated Video
Second And Third Anglo Powhatan Wars
The second video covering Anglo-Powhatan wars. In the first one we covered the first Anglo-Powhatan war and the Jamestown massacre, so here we talk about the second and third Anglo-Powhatan wars, relations between the two sides and...
Curated Video
Evolution of the Alphabet | Earliest Forms to Modern Latin Script
Evolution of the Alphabet | Earliest Forms to Modern Latin Script
Oxford Comma
How to Write a Great Admissions Essay in the Age of AI
Standardized tests are becoming increasingly optional, many high school grades are suspiciously inflated, and all students can easily use Chat GTP for their admissions essays. How do you stand out from the crowd of applicants?...
Oxford Comma
Why Are Commas So Confusing?
Commas serve many functions, but their role in writing has also changed over time. Learning about this change can help students better understand why commas are confusing and how they can better use them in their own writing.
Curated Video
Developing Understanding
Seven acclaimed researchers, including a Nobel Laureate, provide real-world examples of the relevance of Theory of Knowledge (TOK) concepts in their research. This interdisciplinary TOK Sampler relates a series of expert insights on the...
Curated Video
British Monarchs Family Tree | Alfred the Great to Charles III
British Monarchs Family Tree | Alfred the Great to Charles III
Curated Video
Learning about Fairness with Dixie the Duck
In this video, Dixie the Duck shares a story about fairness and inclusivity with Jade and the viewers. They discuss the importance of treating others fairly, respecting differences, and considering the needs of others. Through their...
Curated Video
Landmarks - Wimbledon
WIMBLEDON MENTION THE NAME WIMBLEDON ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD AND YOU WILL USUALLY GET THE SAME RESPONSE - INSTANT RECOGNITION THAT IT IS THE HOME OF TENNIS AND PERHAPS THE HEART OF ENGLAND. ALTHOUGH IT MOVED TO ITS PRESENT HOME IN CHURCH...
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Why So Many Americans Move To Florida And Not Georgia
Florida and Georgia make up just about 10% of the entire United States' population. But while at one point Georgia was home to many more Americans than Florida, over the last few decades Florida has exploded in growth to become more than...
Curated Video
Writing Systems of the World | Abjads, Alphabets, Abugidas, Syllabaries & Logosyllabaries
Writing Systems of the World | Abjads, Alphabets, Abugidas, Syllabaries & Logosyllabaries
Curated Video
Battle of Cadzand, 1337 ⚔ The day that sparked the Hundred Years' War ⚔ Hundred Years' War series
Battle of Cadzand, 1337 ⚔ The day that sparked the Hundred Years' War ⚔ Hundred Years' War series
Curated Video
Landmarks - Mont San Michel
MONT SAN MICHEL THIS IS A LANDMARK AS MYSTERIOUS AS IT IS MAGNIFICENT. MONT SAN MICHEL IS A ROCKY ISLAND IN NORMANDY, FRANCE. IT IS LOCATED JUST A KILOMETER OFF THE COUNTRY’S NORTH COAST AT THE MOUTH OF THE CUESNON RIVER NEAR AVRANCHES....
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Boudicca of Wales: The Warrior Princess Whose Name Became A Battle-Cry
Little is known about Gwenllian ferch Gruffydd, but she became a symbol for Welsh pride and independence, and for centuries her name became a battle-cry. This video looks at what we know of the 'Boudicca of Wales', and the dramatic and...
Professor Dave Explains
Latin Phonetics Part 1: Vowels
If we are going to learn Latin, the first thing we must do is learn phonetics, as we need to understand the basic sounds of the language, so that we can read it properly. This will require looking at both vowels and consonants, so let's...
Curated Video
What is the Gemba ...and Going to the Gemba?
Gemba is a Japanese term that means ‘actual place’. It’s a word for a concept that we all recognize, but for which there is no word in the English language. ‘Going to the gemba’ means heading for where the work is done and the value is...
Curated Video
Mastering Verb Tenses: A Complete Guide for English Learners
Are you struggling with verb tenses in English? Don't worry, we've got you covered! In this comprehensive guide, you'll learn everything you need to know about the six main verb tenses: present simple, present continuous, past simple,...
Oxford Comma
Conclusion Paragraphs. HOW TO; EXAMPLES
Make your essay stand out from the crowd! Because it’s the most under-taught part of the writing process, the conclusion paragraph presents you with the best chance to quickly improve your writing.
Weird History
Real Medieval War Stories That Sound Made Up
A blind king rode into battle, two armies clashed over a stolen bucket, and a severed head got its revenge by killing an earl. These medieval war stories sound completely fake - but they're all real.
Bedtime History
George Washington and The French and Indian War - For Kids
Learn about George Washington's service in the French and Indian War.
Bedtime History
Navajo Code Talkers for Kids | Bedtime History
Learn about the Navajo Code Talkers, who served valiantly during World War II.