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Curated Video
A2 English Listening Practice - Emotions
This video serves as English listening comprehension practice for lower-level students. In this video, a native English speaker talks slowly and clearly about the topic of emotions. The subtitles are included at the bottom of the screen...
Institute for New Economic Thinking
A "Spurt of Keynesianism" is Not Enough
In part 5 of INET's interview with Lance Taylor, he discusses why a sustained fiscal stimulus will be necessary to maintain growth in the long-term, rather than fiscal rectitude
Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Afraid of Trying Something New?
Mikki vs the World is a creative, funny, and factual series designed to help teens get a grip on what’s happening inside their heads. Just the mention of trying something new is enough to give Mo a stomach ache!
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Curated Video
A2 English Listening Practice - Fears
This video serves as English listening comprehension practice for lower-level students. In this video, a native English speaker talks slowly and clearly about the topic of fears. The subtitles are included at the bottom of the screen to...
Neuro Transmissions
Are We Born With Fear?
EEK! A spider! Fear seems like a natural response to creepy crawlers and other scary stuff like loud noises and heights. But are we born with that fear? Are there innate fears that all humans have? Of course, psychology has been...
Seven Dimensions
Developing 'Authentic' Leadership
This video discusses the concept of Authentic Leadership and the importance of leaders being genuine and transparent. They emphasize the need for leaders to openly discuss their own reactions, fears, and how they handle stress and...
SWPictures
The Deadly Combination: How HIV is Fueling the TB Epidemic in South Africa
The Deadly Combination part 2/5: This video highlights the impact of drug-resistant TB in South Africa, where the disease is particularly dangerous for those with weakened immune systems due to HIV. It follows the story of a family...
TMW Media
It Gets Better - How to Avoid Depression
Explore ways to move through depression, observe a visualization of a positive perspective and remind yourself that you are here for a reason. A sincere, touching, and reassuring film for anyone feeling overwhelmed, bullied, or severely...
TED-Ed
Why Do People Fear the Wrong Things?
In his 1933 inaugural address, Franklin D Roosevelt declared that we had "nothing to fear but fear itself." He was probably referring to relative risk rather than absolute risk. A fascinating short video explores the difference between...
Be Smart
Are You Afraid of Holes?
Are you afraid of holes? Believe it or not, some people are! An interesting video explores the science behind trypophobia, or the fear of small holes. Viewers learn about the scientific difference between fear and disgust and identify...
Be Smart
Why I'm Scared of Spiders
Eighty-four percent of people have an irrational fear. This video focuses on a fear of spiders. It explains the different types of fear, the conditioning that creates fear, and the evolutionary advantage to these fears. It doesn't just...
Be Smart
Why Do Things Sound Scary?
Why do dissonant noise cause a physical reaction of fear in humans? The video explains why some things sound scary and how we evolved to be more afraid of sounds than sights. It details how people constantly live in the past and how...
TED-Ed
Why Is Being Scared so Fun?
"What could possibly be fun about being scared?" That is the question addressed by a short animated video that offers the idea that feeling pain-free and being energized, a natural high, is a pretty good trade-off.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Let's Learn: Let's Share a Story: "After the Fall: How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again"
In this video from Let's Learn, NYCDOE Universal Literacy Reading Coach Anna Stretching-Cole reads "After the Fall: How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again" by Dan Santat. After reading, she opens up a discussion about overcoming our fears....
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood: Daniel and O Are Scared of the Thunder
Mom helps Daniel and O realize that they are safe when they are scared of thunder. Remind kids that everyone gets scared, even adults. When they are scared, try to think of something happy. Included is a link to a supplemental activity....
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood: Who's Super Brave and Strong?
Daniel imagines that he is super brave, super strong, and isn't afraid of anything! Remind kids to think of happy thoughts when they are scared. Included are links to a related article and activity. [1:05]
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood: Sleeping Somewhere New
It's Daniel's first sleepover at the castle! While he and Prince Wednesday are playing with their stuffed animals, they see something that scares them. Teach kids that being brave and investigating the scary object together will help...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood: Shadows Can Be Scary
Daniel sees a scary shadow on the wall, but Dad shows him that shadows can be fun. Teach kids that being brave and investigating scary things together helps make things seem not as bad. [2:24]
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood: See What It Is, You Might Feel Better Strategy Song
Once you see what is there, you might not be so afraid! Teach kids to not be afraid until they know what is there, especially when they are in an unfamiliar place. Included is a link to a supplemental activity. [1:09]