Crash Course
Social Orders and Creation Stories: Crash Course World Mythology
New ReviewIn which Mike Rugnetta sits you down for a little talk about myth as a way to construct or reinforce social orders. Specifically, we're going to look today at stories from around the world that establish or amplify the idea that the...
Crash Course
Gender, Guilt, and Fate - Macbeth, Part 2: Crash Course Literature 410
This week on Crash Course Literature, John Green is continuing to talk about Shakespeare's dark, bloody, Scottish play, Macbeth. This time around, we're looking at the play's characters operate, how the play deals with gender, and the...
SciShow
Busting the Myth of "Men Hunt, Women Gather"
We used to believe that our ancestors had clear roles: Men hunt, women gather. But new evidence suggests that some of the earliest big game hunters were women.
Curated Video
India Business Culture
New ReviewIndia has truly emerged as a powerhouse in the outsourcing industry. While the Indian business environment is rapidly changing, however, most of India’s 1.3 billion people still struggle to meet their daily requirements in terms of food...
Curated Video
Body Language & Gender
Howcast - Learn the differences between male and female body language in this Howcast video.
Curated Video
Exploring themes in 'Mulan'
Pupil outcome: I can explore the themes within ‘Mulan’ to infer a moral from the story. Key learning points: - A theme is a big idea, topic or message that recurs within a story. - Identifying the themes within ‘Mulan’ helps us...
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Introduction to 'Othello' and plot exploration
Pupil outcome: I can understand the plot and context of ‘Othello’. Key learning points: - Iago is angry that he has been passed over for promotion, so pretends to love Othello whist plotting his downfall - Iago tells Desdemona's father...
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Understanding the poem 'Cousin Kate' by Christina Rossetti
Pupil outcome: I can explain how Rossetti presents gendered conflict. Key learning points: - The poem explores the conflict between the speaker and society's expectations of her as a woman. - Victorian women had higher moral expectations...
Curated Video
Contextualising gender expectations in ‘An Inspector Calls'
Pupil outcome: I can explain how gender expectations and stereotypes are represented in ‘An Inspector Calls’. Key learning points: - Arguably, gender stereotypes and expectations exist in society and impact the way we perceive ourselves...
Makematic
Women in the Civil War
During the American Civil War, women defied gender norms by managing homesteads, serving as nurses, and even spying, significantly impacting the war's course.
Makematic
Abolitionism
The American Anti-Slavery Society was the country's first major national abolitionist organization. Founded in 1833, it raised awareness of the atrocities of slavery - but as time went on, factions emerged within the group.
Science ABC
What Is The Difference Between Sex And Gender?
The difference between sex and gender is that sex is a biological concept based on biological characteristics such as difference in genitalia in male and female. Gender on the other hand, primarily deals with personal, societal and...
Curated Video
Shakespeare's Othello: Act 4, Scene 1 Analysis
This video delves into Act 4 of Othello, focusing on themes of masculinity and the destructive impact of patriarchal structures. We examine how gender roles and expectations influence the characters' actions and lead to tragic outcomes,...
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Shakespeare's Othello: Act 4, Scene 2 Analysis
In this video, we delve into Act 4, Scene 2 of Othello, highlighting the destructive power of patriarchy on both men and women. We explore how Othello's growing mistrust and Iago's manipulation further complicate the characters'...
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Daily Life in the Colonies
From bustling cities to quiet farms, colonial life was filled with the diverse experiences of European settlers, Indigenous communities, and the enslaved.
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Hamlet 3.1 What the Critics Say (162) - Hamlet's Treatment of Ophelia
This video analyzes a crucial scene from Act 3, Scene 1 of Shakespeare's "Hamlet," where Hamlet's complex feelings towards women, particularly Ophelia, are vividly displayed. The video discusses how Hamlet's behavior transitions from...
Curated Video
The Taming of the Shrew Resource Movie: Patriarchy
Join us as we delve into Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew" and uncover the pervasive theme of patriarchy woven throughout the narrative. In this discussion, we explore how the power dynamics and societal structures of Shakespeare's...
Curated Video
Romeo and Juliet 1.3 Metaphor: Paris as a Book
This video delves into Act 1, Scene 3 of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, focusing on Lady Capulet's intricate metaphorical advice to Juliet regarding Paris. It explores themes of literary symbolism, cultural context, and the societal...
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Macbeth 1.7 Word Nerd: Mettle
Explore the intricate wordplay and layered meanings in Shakespeare's use of the word "mettle" in Macbeth, shedding light on themes of gender, courage, and sexuality. Analyze how Shakespeare employs linguistic devices to convey multiple...
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Macbeth 1.7 Performance: Lady Macbeth, Lines 47b-59a
Explore Lady Macbeth's manipulation and questioning of Macbeth's masculinity and commitment to their murderous plot in this performance from Act 1 of Shakespeare's Macbeth. Analyze the use of language, particularly Lady Macbeth's vivid...
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Macbeth 1.5 Language: "mortal thoughts"
This video examines Lady Macbeth's invocation of evil spirits to influence her thoughts towards murder and her desire to be "unsexed," shedding her feminine traits for ruthless masculinity. It prompts reflection on gender roles and the...
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The Role of Female Hunters in Ancient Societies
Anthropologist Randy Haas and his team discovered the remains of a teenage female who was buried with her hunting tools at a site in Wilamaya Patjxa, Southern Peru. Her remains date back almost 9,000 years and are part of a broader study...
Curated Video
Native American Boarding Schools: Forced Separation of Families
For over a hundred years, the U.S. government used education as a tool to assimilate Native American children into American society - by systematically erasing their history, culture, and language.
Schooling Online
Mary Shelley's Frankenstein - Context
Did you know that Frankenstein has its own thrilling backstory? Get ready to enter the turbulent world of Mary Shelley! In this lesson, you’ll learn all about her life, her loves, and what inspired her to write THE ULTIMATE science...