Artist Uldus Bakhtiozina uses photographs to poke fun at societal norms in her native Russia. A glimpse into Russian youth culture and a short, fun reminder not to take ourselves too seriously.

Artist Uldus Bakhtiozina uses photographs to poke fun at societal norms in her native Russia. A glimpse into Russian youth culture and a short, fun reminder not to take ourselves too seriously.

You're in a movie theater, watching the new horror flick. The audience knows something that the main character does not. The audience sees the character's actions are not in his best interest. What's that feeling -- the one that makes...

Leaps and bounds separate that which is ironic and that which many people simply say is ironic. Christopher Warner wants to set the record straight: Something is ironic if and only if it is the exact opposite of what you would expect.

This video explains situational irony.

This video describes how poets use elements of satire to write poems.

This video explores the use of irony in nonfiction writing.

This video discusses verbal, situational, and dramatic irony as well as omniscient point of view.

This video covers the types of irony used by authors.

This video explores the literary concepts of parody and spoof, two forms of humorous imitation with distinct characteristics.

Pupil outcome: I can explain the significance of Piggy's death in the novel. Key learning points: - Piggy is dehumanised and ostracised by the group of boys because of his physical appearance. - Piggy's glasses, weight, asthma and...

Pupil outcome: I can identify and use a range of technique for creating humour. Key learning points: - When we satirise something, we use humour to criticise it. - Humorous writing involves carefully deploying specific writing...

Pupil outcome: I can understand and explain the use of irony and use it for effect in my own writing. Key learning points: - Broadly speaking, irony is a contrast between expectations and reality. - There are three main types of irony:...

Pupil outcome: I can explore how Browning uses language and structure to present power in ‘My Last Duchess’. Key learning points: - Browning uses art to symbolise the Duke’s craving for power and control. - By using the form of a...

Pupil outcome: I can refine analytical responses by making them more evaluative. Key learning points: - Topic sentences should focus on intention, not methods. - Judicious quotations from across the text can be used to create compelling...

Pupil outcome: I can identify the methods used by Poe to create suspense. Key learning points: - The narrator in the story is extremely hubristic, unreliable and unpredictable because he is delusional. - Poe uses the hubristic and...

In this video, Lennox discusses recent events in Macbeth's reign, including the murders of Duncan and Banquo, and the suspicions surrounding Malcolm and Donalbain. The conversation delves into the themes of irony and political intrigue,...

This video dissects Shakespeare's soliloquy, focusing on the ominous imagery of the raven and the irony in Lady Macbeth's statement about Duncan coming under her battlements. It explores the cultural associations of ravens with death and...

“Satire” describes the characteristics and purpose of satirical writing, using examples from British Literature.

Dr. Michio Kaku explains how America's poor education system has created a shortage of Americans who can perform high skilled technology jobs. As a result, America's H-1B Genius visa is used to attract immigrants who are skilled enough...

The Gospel of Judas caused a huge stir when National Geographic published it back in 2006. But to this day, misconceptions about this text abound. Who wrote this text? And what does it really say?

Watch this lesson today to discover how Shakespeare explores the complexities of love in Much Ado About Nothing. Decide for yourself: did Hero, Claudio, Benedick and Beatrice find true love by the end of the play? Along the way, learn...

Newspeak? Thoughtcrime? Doublethink? What do these words really mean?

This lesson explores the theme of language and communication in George Orwell’s ‘1984’. Discover how politicians can manipulate and corrupt the English language....

Professor Dave explores the career and legacy of President Ronald Reagan