Crash Course
The Roman Empire. Or Republic. Or... Which Was It?
Who and what exactly constituted the Roman republic? Mr. Green begins this history presentation by detailing Julius Caesar's rise to power and his impact on the republic. He reviews government structure and leadership roles, achievements...
Crash Course
Christianity from Judaism to Constantine
How did the religion of Christianity begin, gain prominence, and flourish to become the world's largest religion? The narrator explores the origins and historical context of Christianity, beginning by reviewing Judaism and the covenant...
Bill of Rights Institute
Constitutional Principles: Republican Government
Why were the founding fathers wary of democracy? What is the difference between a direct democracy and a constitutional republic? Encourage critical thinking around questions such as these in your class and review the principles of a...
Bill of Rights Institute
Constitutional Principles: Separation of Powers
Why is separation of powers within a government important for protecting freedom? How does the United States Constitution organize the nation's governing bodies in order to ensure powers are limited and balanced? This video illustrates...
Bill of Rights Institute
Constitutional Principles: The Rule of Law
Invite your young citizens to consider the depth, significance, and necessity of the rule of law. This video focuses particularly on the American commitment to rule of law since the nation's inception with the...
Curated OER
Behind the Great Firewall of China
Here’s a hugely important video that is difficult to understand and impossible to show in most classrooms. “China is complicated,” says Michael Anti, a Chinese blogger. Anti takes viewers behind the Chinese Internet firewall, to reveal...
TED-Ed
A 3-Minute Guide to the Bill of Rights
If you don't have the time to spend an entire class on the Bill of Rights, or you are looking for a simple overview, this video provides clear and illustrated descriptions of each of the first ten amendments to the Constitution. You may...
Geography Now
Geography Now! Morocco
Morocco has its place in popular imagination, thanks to films like Casablanca, but its history is even richer. With the world's oldest university, interesting border disputes, and tree-climbing goats, the country has a rich history that...
Geography Now
Geography Now! Luxembourg
Luxembourg is so small, one can drive across it in 45 minutes. However, many consider the nation the European cultural capital, as it's home to numerous ancient and medieval sites. A video resource shows off some of these while...
Geography Now
Geography Now! Laos
Laos may be one of the least understood countries in Southeast Asia. It remains communist, and it lives with remnants of the Vietnam War. Yet, it's home to lush biodiversity, including waterfalls and exotic animals. A video resource...
Geography Now
Geography Now! Kenya
Many people identify it as the source of their coffee, but Kenya is more than just home to the latest brew. Kenya, known as God's resting place, is famous for its stunning scenery and serves as the financial hub of East and Central...
Geography Now
Geography Now! Iceland
First colonized by Vikings, Iceland is home to a unique blend of Nordic and Celtic cultures. The geothermal island is experiencing a tourism boom and is learning how to navigate the world stage. A video resource profiles the culture,...
Geography Now
Geography Now! Burkina Faso
Burkina Faso has a diverse physical geographical profile, ranging from deserts to lush forests. It's also undergone radical political transformations, including moving from being a French colonial holding to an independent nation....
Geography Now
Geography Now! Burundi
Burundi's natural deposits of elements and cash crops support the developing economy, but its people define the unique African nation. The country is a mirror image of its neighbor, Rwanda, with civil war and political strife. A video...
Geography Now
Geography Now! The Bahamas
It's the richest country in the Caribbean, and it's home to swimming pigs. Meet The Bahamas: former enclave for pirates, current home to a bustling tourism industry. Scholars learn the origins and geography of the stunning group of...
The Great War
The Lion Of Verdun - Philippe Pétain
A lion of the battlefield, Philippe Petain directed the French forces during World War I. What influence did he and victory have over France's plans in the war? An informative installment of the Who Did What in WWI? series helps...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Ken Burns in the Classroom: Collection
Ken Burns and his collaborators have been creating historical documentary films for more than forty years. Known for a signature style that brings primary source documents, images, and archival video footage to life on screen, these...
Indiana University
The Center on Congress: Congressional Moments: Hear From Experts
Hear expert advice on how to analyze primary sources then use what you learned to analyze the photograph shown.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Primary vs. Secondary Sources: Lesson 2
This lesson introduces primary and secondary sources. It is 2 of 2 in the series titled "Primary vs. Secondary Sources."
Other
Gerald Oehler: Bias the Art of Historical Inquiry
This video provides an examination of bias and point of view and why this is an important skill to know when studying his/her story. [5:30]
Other
Gale Family Library: Primary vs. Secondary Resources
Video explains the difference between primary and secondary sources with examples from the Minnesota Historical Society's collections. [4:18]
Imagine Learning Classroom
Learn Zillion: Determine a Text's Central Idea by Analyzing the Author's Claims
In this video, you will learn how to determine an author's central idea by analyzing the author's claims. [3:51]
Crash Course
Crash Course Navigating Digital Information #4: Who Can You Trust?
This video teaches you how to assess the sources of information you find on the internet. The growing suspicion of expertise is a growing problem on the internet, and it can be very difficult to figure out which sources are...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Ap Us History Dbq Example 3
Kim analyzes the last of the documents, identifies themes, and writes a thesis statement. [13:34]