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TED Talks
Chris Bliss: Comedy is translation
Every act of communication is, in some way, an act of translation. Writer Chris Bliss talks about the way that great comedy can translate deep truths for a mass audience.
Curated Video
Language in France
French is the official language of commerce in France, but English words are permeating business and social conversations. Generational and industry differences impact English usage. Additionally, many young French are also likely to...
Curated Video
Communicating Concepts
Eight renowned researchers provide real-world examples of the relevance of Theory of Knowledge (TOK) concepts in their research. This interdisciplinary TOK Sampler explores the challenges associated with public and private...
Wonderscape
Sacagawea's Crucial Role in the Lewis and Clark Expedition
Discover the significant impact Sacagawea had on the success of the Lewis and Clark expedition. Learn how this Shoshone woman, along with her baby Pomp, joined the Corps of Discovery and helped guide the explorers with her knowledge of...
Curated Video
Sarah Winnemucca
The first Indigenous woman to publish a memoir, Paiute educator and activist Sarah Winnemucca campaigned tirelessly for the rights of Indigenous Americans.
All Ears English
1998 - Missed the Joke? What to Say in English
Do you sometimes end up at parties where people are telling jokes in English and you don't get them? Today get vocabulary and tips on how to navigate this situation and come out of the party feeling confident and connected.
Curated Video
The Hubris of Publishers
Chinese scholar and literary translator Michael Berry (UCLA) describes how many publishers demand original works be changed to fit American sensibilities.
Curated Video
Translational Advice
Chinese scholar and literary translator Michael Berry (UCLA) gives some key pointers to young translators.
Curated Video
Editorial Bias
UCLA Chinese cultural studies expert Michael Berry describes how the editor plays a key, and often overlooked role, in the process of bringing a translated work of literature to the public.
National Institute of Standards and Technology
NIST Puts Smart Phone Translation Technology to the Test
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is helping the Defense Department evaluate the in-the-field performance of two-way, real-time voice translation systems for use in Afghanistan.
Curated Video
Changunak Antisarlook: The Reindeer Queen
She was known as the Reindeer Queen – and one of the richest women in Alaska. So how did Changunak Antisarlook use her remarkable wealth to benefit the Inupiat community?
friEdTech
3 Minute Tip: Extension Translate Selected Text
Learn how to use Google Translate via a handy Chrome Extension to translate any text you see on a web page.