TED Talks
TED: How to quit your job — without ruining your career | Gala Jackson
Stuck in an unfulfilling or stagnant job? To achieve a smooth departure without burning bridges, try this three-step exit strategy from career coach Gala Jackson. She'll help you move on to your next position with courage, confidence and...
TED Talks
TED: Dear world leaders, these are our climate demands | Xiye Bastida, Shiv Soin and Latif Nasser
Investing in green energy, holding large corporations accountable for their pollution, stopping pipeline and oil extraction initiatives -- these are non-negotiable actions to protect the planet, but they are still just the bare minimum,...
TED Talks
TED: The art of stillness | Pico Iyer
The place that travel writer Pico Iyer would most like to go? Nowhere. In a counterintuitive and lyrical meditation, Iyer takes a look at the incredible insight that comes with taking time for stillness. In our world of constant movement...
TED Talks
Chip Kidd: The art of first impressions -- in design and life
Book designer Chip Kidd knows all too well how often we judge things by first appearances. In this hilarious, fast-paced talk, he explains the two techniques designers use to communicate instantly -- clarity and mystery -- and when, why...
SciShow
Why Do Birds Sing in the Morning?
You’re having a dream, and for some reason that giant rabbit that’s about to eat you starts to sing like a bird. You wake up to find that birds are singing outside your window! Check out this SciShow Quick Question to find out why those...
Curated Video
How to Become a Homebrew Beer Judge
Howcast - Love drinking beer and offering criticism? Learn to put your talents to work as a homebrew beer judge.
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How to Write a Persuasive Marketing White Paper
Howcast - A white paper is meant to educate and persuade. It provides answers and demonstrates that you are the one they need. Here's how to be convincing.
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How to Write a Letter to the Editor
Howcast - Whether you want to praise, criticize, vilify, or show off, make sure you're taken seriously by using discipline and clarity in your editorial letter. Change the world one letter at a time.
Curated Video
What Is an Asscher Cut Diamond?
Howcast -Learn about asscher cut diamonds from private jeweler Kate Hemphill in this Howcast video.
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What Is an Emerald Cut Diamond?
Howcast -Learn about emerald cut diamonds from private jeweler Kate Hemphill in this Howcast video.
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How to Understand Diamond Clarity Grading
Howcast -Learn about diamond clarity grading from private jeweler Kate Hemphill in this Howcast video.
Curated Video
4 C's of Diamonds
Howcast -Learn about the four c's of diamonds -- cut, clarity, color and carat size -- from private jeweler Kate Hemphill in this Howcast video.
Curated Video
How to Choose Your Virtual Film Speed
Got a digital camera? Learn how to select film speed for a variety of shots, from sports to parties.
Curated Video
Seymour Duncan ’78 Model Humbucker - Review
As Guitar World Tech Editor Paul Riario explains, “In the late ‘70s, Seymour Duncan – the man – was well-known as the guy to custom-wind pickups for some noteworthy guitarists who were looking to venture beyond what was available and...
Curated Video
Seymour Duncan 78 Model Humbucker Review
As Guitar World Tech Editor Paul Riario explains, “In the late ‘70s, Seymour Duncan – the man – was well-known as the guy to custom-wind pickups for some noteworthy guitarists who were looking to venture beyond what was available and...
Curated Video
Seymour Duncan 78 - Humbucker Pickups
As Guitar World Tech Editor Paul Riario explains, “In the late ‘70s, Seymour Duncan – the man – was well-known as the guy to custom-wind pickups for some noteworthy guitarists who were looking to venture beyond what was available and...
Curated Video
Using punctuation to create specific effects in descriptive writing
Pupil outcome: I can use a range of punctuation accurately to create precise, identifiable effects in descriptive writing. Key learning points: - Accurate basic punctuation improves clarity; more advanced punctuation can heighten the...
Curated Video
Exploring Act 5, Scene 2 of ‘Othello’
Pupil outcome: I can explore how the character of Othello changes by Act 5, Scene 2 of ‘Othello’. Key learning points: - Othello begins the scene in delusion and ends with clarity, demonstrating the impact of Iago's deceit. - Othello...
Curated Video
Improving and rewriting analytical responses on poetry
Pupil outcome: I can rewrite an extended response, using suggested improvements. Key learning points: - An excellent analytical response is clear, nuanced and concise. - A nuanced response acknowledges and explores the shades of meaning...
Curated Video
Reviewing a response to ideas of belonging in the AQA Worlds and Lives anthology
Pupil outcome: I can reflect on and rewrite an extended written response to ideas of belonging in the AQA Worlds and Lives anthology. Key learning points: - An excellent introduction should start with a general statement about the text....
Curated Video
Re-drafting a persuasive speech
Pupil outcome: I can edit and revise the content of a persuasive speech to improve it. Key learning points: - Proofreading is an active process, that enables us to spot and correct errors in written work. - Reading your work aloud can...
Curated Video
Using colons, dashes, and semicolons effectively in opinion writing
Pupil outcome: I can use colons, semicolon and dashes to elevate my opinion writing. Key learning points: - In a sentence with a colon, one side of the colon makes sense; the other side provides detail or clarification. - Semicolons link...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Riana Elyse Anderson - Teachers Make a Difference - Mrs. Willie Bell Gibson
Mrs. Willie Bell Gibson, a strict yet deeply influential seventh and eighth grade English teacher, left a lasting impact through her rigorous vocabulary lessons and high expectations. Her "infraction center" ensured students mastered...
Curated Video
SMART - Specific
Set clear and Specific goals for success with this enlightening video on SMART goal-setting. Explore the importance of defining precise objectives that leave no room for ambiguity. Discover techniques to narrow down goals, clarify...