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Naomi kutin, shattering powerlifting records
Explore the inspiring journey of Naomi Kutin, a young powerlifter who started at 10 and continues to break records and inspire others.
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How Nuclear Reactors Generate Power
This video explains the process of nuclear fission and how it powers nuclear reactors to produce electricity. Learn how uranium atoms are split to create heat, which then drives steam turbines to generate energy, all while avoiding...
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Gold Rush Inequality: Power and Prejudice
Learn how the California Gold Rush transformed the region while revealing deep racial injustices. Explore the violent displacement of Native Americans, the impact of the Foreign Miners' Tax on Chinese and Hispanic miners, and how white...
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The Fukushima Disaster: Japan's Nuclear Crisis
This video explores the Fukushima nuclear disaster of 2011, triggered by Japan's most powerful earthquake and a devastating tsunami. Learn how natural forces overwhelmed the Fukushima Daiichi power plant, leading to reactor meltdowns,...
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The Symbolic Artifacts of King Charles III's Coronation
Explore the rich history behind the artifacts used in King Charles III's coronation ceremony, from the legendary Stone of Destiny to the Sovereign's Orb and the royal crowns. Learn about the deep symbolism and traditions that have been a...
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Anne Boleyn and Jane Seymour
Follow the turbulent stories of Anne Boleyn and Jane Seymour, Henry VIII’s second and third wives. Learn how Anne’s downfall led to Jane’s rise, and how Henry’s quest for a male heir reshaped England’s religious landscape. King Henry...
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The Curse of His Brother's Widow: Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon
Discover the story behind King Henry VIII's first marriage to Catherine of Aragon, his brother's widow. Learn how their union shaped the political landscape of England and set the stage for Henry's dramatic break from the Catholic...
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The Origins of Symbolic Art: From Stone Tools to Cave Paintings
Trace the evolution of art from the first stone tools to the emergence of symbolic cave paintings during the Upper Paleolithic Era. Discover how early humans developed the ability to represent their world through carvings, handprints,...
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Racial and Prison Gerrymandering: Impact on Minority Voters
This video explains how racial and prison gerrymandering affect minority communities' political representation. Learn about cases like North Carolina's 2011 map and Virginia's redistricting case, as well as the concept of prison-based...
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Understanding Gerrymandering: What It Means and How It Works
This video explores the concept of gerrymandering, explaining how it shapes election districts to favor certain political parties. Learn how the term originated, how redistricting affects representation, and the different types of...
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Numbers and Algebra: Negative Integer powers
By the end of this learning object, the student will be able to: Solve exercises on the negative integer.87620
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How to Encourage Others
Learn how to encourage others, especially when they are going through something difficult. Leaders can lend support and help their followers get back on track during tough times.
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The Structure and Role of the Senate
Discover how the Senate, with two senators from each state, plays a key role in the legislative process. Learn about the responsibilities of the Vice President as the president of the Senate and how the Majority and Minority Leaders...
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The Viking Gods and Afterlife
Discover the Viking pantheon of gods and goddesses, led by Odin, the wise ruler, and his warrior son Thor. Learn about the roles of deities like Frigg, the protector of life, and Loki, the unpredictable trickster. Explore Viking beliefs...
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Greek Gods and Goddesses: Myths, Temples, and Beliefs
This video explores the polytheistic beliefs of the ancient Greeks, focusing on their gods and goddesses, such as Zeus, Athena, and Poseidon. It explains how the Greeks built temples to honor the gods, believed they lived above Mount...
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The Council-Manager Form of City Government: Roles and Responsibilities
Learn about the council-manager form of city government, where the city council holds legislative and executive powers while a hired city manager handles daily operations. Discover how this system works in cities like Phoenix, Arizona,...
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The Mayor-Council Form of City Government: Powers and Responsibilities
Explore the mayor-council form of city government, where power is divided between an elected mayor and a city council. Learn about the role of a strong mayor, how the city council passes laws (ordinances), and the checks and balances...
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The Role and Powers of the U.S. Supreme Court
This video explains the powers of the U.S. Supreme Court, focusing on its role in judicial review and interpreting the Constitution. Learn how the Court checks the powers of other government branches and the limits placed on the Court's...
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The Early History of the U.S. Supreme Court
This video explores the creation and development of the U.S. Supreme Court, from its establishment in 1787 to the Judiciary Act of 1869, which set the number of justices at nine. Learn about the court's early challenges, its evolving...
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Checks and Balances: How the US Government Limits Power
This video explains the system of checks and balances that ensures no branch of government becomes too powerful. It shows how Congress, the president, and the Supreme Court can limit each other's authority, including the ability to...
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The Twenty-Third Amendment: Voting Rights for Washington, D.C.
This video explains the Twenty-Third Amendment, ratified in 1961, which grants the residents of Washington, D.C. the right to vote in presidential elections. Learn how this amendment provides limited electoral votes for the capital city...
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The Impact of the Louisiana Purchase
This video explores the significant effects of the Louisiana Purchase on the United States. It discusses how the acquisition doubled the country's size, opened up new trade routes along the Mississippi River, and enabled westward...
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The Role of the Supreme Court
Discover the critical role of the Supreme Court in interpreting the Constitution and determining the legality of laws through judicial review. Learn how Supreme Court justices are appointed, how they review cases, and how their decisions...
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The Powers and Responsibilities of Congress
Learn about the powers granted to Congress, including the authority to make laws, pass the national budget, and oversee the executive branch. Discover the unique powers of the House of Representatives and the Senate, such as impeachment...