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Molière at 400: Meet the playwright, actor and poet with the greatest legacy in French literature
Regarded as one of the greatest writers in the French language and indeed, world literature, Euronews Culture celebrates the 400th anniversary of Molière's birth.
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Art Helps Teens Rise Above Bullying
All forms of art have the capacity to heal our mind and body -- even for victims of bullying. Thanks to an online movement called the You Will Rise Project, teens have an outlet to share original artwork capturing their personal...
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English Pronunciation Practice - "Discombobulation" Poem & Explanation
In this lesson we breakdown the English pronunciation poem 'Discombobulation'
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What is Poetry?
In the inaugural episode of this new webseries "Poetry Defined," we tackle our series' namesake. We define what poetry is and briefly explore its etymology. This will set-up the rest of this series moving forward.
Advocate of Wordz
National Poetry Month
We discuss the who, what, where, when, why & how, for National Poetry Month #NaPoMo. Plus, who hates this month and why? As well as a mention to the international community.
Wonderscape
The Power of Line in Poetry
The final essential element of poetry is line, which structures a poem’s verses and stanzas. Maya Angelou’s Still I Rise demonstrates the power of line through rhyme schemes, rhetorical questions, and similes, all of which enhance the...
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The Sound of Poetry: Rhythm, Rhyme, and Repetition
Sound devices in poetry enhance rhythm, mood, and meaning by emphasizing certain words and phrases. Amanda Gorman’s The Hill We Climb exemplifies five key sound devices: alliteration, assonance, consonance, rhyme, and repetition. These...
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The Power of Imagery in Poetry
Imagery is a fundamental element of poetry that engages the five senses—sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell—to create vivid mental pictures. Langston Hughes' Harlem and Robert Hayden’s Those Winter Sundays exemplify the power of...
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The Art of Poetry: Expression, Rhythm, and Impact
Poetry is the art of expression through words, evoking emotions and imagination. It follows specific elements—imagery, rhythm, density, sound, and line—that shape its form and impact. This program explores the essence of poetry, its...
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Saying More with Less in Poetry
Density in poetry refers to how much meaning is conveyed in a small amount of space. Gwendolyn Brooks’ We Real Cool and Muhammad Ali’s Me, We demonstrate how few words can carry deep significance, capturing entire stories, emotions, and...
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The Rhythm of Poetry
Rhythm in poetry refers to the beat and pace that give a poem its musicality and flow. Gwendolyn Brooks' We Real Cool exemplifies rhythm through its jazz-like cadence, repetition, and stressed syllables, making the poem feel almost like...
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How Does Llama2 Compare to GPT-4 and PaLM?
Meta just released the world's most powerful open-source LLM...Llama2. Let's see how it stacks open to OpenAI's GPT-4 and Google's PaLM models.
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Drafting
Drafting explores the important elements of the drafting step of the writing process.
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The Brilliance Behind the Names in Romeo and Juliet
In one of the most iconic scenes in all of theatre, Juliet leans upon the railing of her balcony and asks: “What's in a name? that which we call a rose By any other name would smell as sweet…” Of course, Juliet is referring to Romeo, the...
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The Road Not Taken by Robert Frost
Listen to the poem read and hear a brief history about Robert Frost and the poem.
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Phyllis Wheatley: The First Published Black American Poet
This video tells the story of Phyllis Wheatley, a young girl from Gambia who became the first Black American to publish a book of poetry. Learn about her journey from enslavement to literary fame, her notable works, and her impact on...
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Maya Angelou’s Early Life: Finding Her Voice
This video explores the early life of Maya Angelou, from her challenging childhood in segregated Stamps, Arkansas, to becoming the first African-American cable car conductor in San Francisco. It highlights her journey of overcoming...
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Youth Leading Social Justice Movements
Explore the inspiring journeys of young activists like Thandiwe Abdullah, Amanda Gorman, Malala Yousafzai, and Emma Gonzalez, who are at the forefront of movements such as Black Lives Matter, education reform, and gun control. These...
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I WONDER - What Is A Shape Poem?
This video is answering the question of what is a shape poem.
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Elizebeth Friedman
Elizebeth Friedman revolutionized American cryptology and played a crucial role in bringing down mobsters and spy rings in the 20th century.
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Frederick Joseph - "Notes From Therapy" - We Alive, Beloved: Poems
"Notes from Therapy" by Frederick Joseph is a reflective poem exploring the journey of self-discovery and personal growth. It delves into the idea of being bruised by the world, retreating, and then embracing the possibilities of...
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Audre Lorde
Audre Lorde, a trailblazing Black feminist, poet, and essayist, passionately explored intersectionality, identity, and activism, leaving an enduring impact on literature and social justice.
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A Midsummer Night's Dream 3.2 Interview: Oberon and Puck pt 2
In this continuation of the interview with Oberon and Puck from Act 3, Scene 2 of "A Midsummer Night's Dream," the focus is on the consequences of Puck's misapplication of the love potion. The video delves into discussions about the...
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Robert Frost: American Poet
Students discover facts about the famous poet, Robert Frost, as Mr. Griot reads and discusses a brief biography.