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Why are black Americans hardest hit by coronavirus? | The Stream
On The Stream: why are black Americans hit hardest by coronavirus
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What Is Antisocial Personality Disorder?
Howcast - Learn about antisocial personality disorder and treatment from psychiatrist Ankur Saraiya in this Howcast video.
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Deus Ex: Human Revolution Walkthrough Part 77 - Panchaea (6 of 9)
Howcast - Check out this walkthrough for this action RPG Deus Ex: Human Revolution, find and speak to Bill Taggart with this online demo.
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How to Advocate for Medical Marijuana
Howcast - Learn how to advocate for medical marijuana in this Howcast video.
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What Are Common Causes of Substance Abuse & Addiction?
Howcast - Learn about common causes of substance abuse and addiction from Dr. Paul Hokemeyer in this Howcast video.
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How to Start an Exclusive Secret Club
Howcast - Creating your own club or society can make you feel a part of something. An exclusive secret club can you’re your connections feel even stronger.
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‘The UK monarchy needs to change or step aside’ | AJ OPINION
The UK royal family has lost its relevance and purpose says Shola Mos-Shogbamimu.
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Zimbabwe sanctions 'hurting regular people'
A United Nations official has arrived in Zimbabwe to see how sanctions, put in place almost 20 years ago to target leaders, have ended up hitting regular people.
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Why UPEI researchers want to know what Islanders think about biomass energy
Some UPEI researchers are asking Islanders about the role that biomass — wood, crop and livestock waste — should play in the province's energy future. They're doing an anonymous survey asking about the potential risks and benefits of...
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EU must stop funding care homes, people with disabilities demand
Hundreds of people with disabilities gathered in Brussels to demand a strategic plan to guarantee independence outside residential care homes.
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How are laws made?
Pupil outcome: I can explain what a law is, the process laws go through to be made and evaluate the effectiveness of this process. Key learning points: - Laws are created within a three branch system. - Separation of powers includes the...
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What does fairness mean in society?
Pupil outcome: I can explain what fairness means and how we can fight for a fairer society. Key learning points: - Two different ideas of fairness are treating people the same or treating people differently according to their needs. -...
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Writing a diary in the voice of Miranda from Shakespeare's 'The Tempest'
Pupil outcome: I can write an accurate, thoughtful diary entry in the voice of Miranda. Key learning points: - A diary is a person’s private record of events, thoughts, or feelings that are written down every day. - A diary should be...
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Understanding dystopias
Pupil outcome: I can understand and identify features of a dystopian setting. Key learning points: - A dystopia is a fictional, futuristic society in which there is great suffering and injustice - The setting is the time and place in...
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Ari Weinzweig - Teachers Make a Difference - Emma Goldman
Ari Weinzweig reflects on a powerful influence in his life—Emma Goldman, someone he never met but considers a teacher through her writings and ideas. Goldman, a Lithuanian-born anarchist who immigrated to the U.S. in 1885, championed...
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Jacques Cousteau: Ocean Explorer
Dive beneath the waves and explore the life of Jacques Cousteau, the famous ocean explorer who helped the world fall in love with the sea. Cousteau invented new diving gear, sailed on his ship Calypso, and filmed amazing underwater...
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Jack Myers - Teachers Make a Difference - Neil Postman
Travis Thrasher is a versatile writer and storyteller who has been passionate about writing since childhood. After college, he worked in publishing for 13 years, gaining industry experience while pursuing his dream of becoming a...
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Janet E. Helms, PhD - Racial Justice Education
Dr. Janet E. Helms, Professor Emeritus of Counseling Psychology at Boston College, is a leading figure in the study of race and racism. As an "evolving racial justice psychologist," her work focuses on demystifying the fictitious racial...
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Indigenous Peoples in North America: East
Indigenous Peoples have thrived across the eastern portion of present day United States for more than 10,000 years, forming hundreds of distinct cultures and Nations. In this video learn about the Wampanoag, Anishinaabeg, and Cherokee...
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The Dawes Act 1887
The Dawes Act of 1887 empowered the federal government to divide Indigenous lands into plots, leading to the displacement of thousands and the loss of Indigenous sovereignty.
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Respect
Respect is a civic virtue. Learn what it means to be respectful - and how treating others as you would like to be treated can help make the world a better place.
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Being a Citizen in a Community
One meaning of the word citizen is a person who lives in a community. In this video, learn about how good citizens make their communities better for everyone.
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People and Their Environment
For centuries, humans have depended on, adapted to and modified the natural environment to survive and thrive. But the environment has also shaped the ways that we live.
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Leadership
Leadership is a civic virtue that makes our communities stronger. Learn what it means to be a leader and how bringing people together can make the world a better place.