In this video Professor Justin Champion explains the significance of the trial and execution of Charles I at the end of the English Civil War.

In this video Professor Justin Champion explores the concepts and ideas contested during the English Civil War, from the divine right of kings to the parliamentary sovereignty.

Would a more accurate description for the English Civil War be 'a war of three kingdoms'? In this video Professor Justin Champion explores the Scottish and Irish dimensions to the English Civil War.

In this video Professor Justin Champion introduces the diggers, levellers and ranters of the English Civil War.

In this video Professor Justin Champion discusses Cromwell's rise to power, political use of the army and objective of godly government.

In this video Professor Justin Champion grapples with the difficult question of whether Oliver Cromwell can be regarded as a hero or villain.

In this video Bill Thisdell looks at Charles I's reputation, charged with being a murderer and tyrant at his trial and yet later hailed as a martyr. Which was it? Was Charles really a bad king? How far was Charles responsible for the...

In this video Dr Charlotte Young discusses the origins and causes of the English Civil War.

How to be a good professor. When we look at how to be a good teacher or a good teaching professor, there are quite a few things you can do. But for me, it comes down to being Crazy, because...

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Unlike her European counterparts, the Netherlands invested very little in education within its colonies. While the Dutch introduced a system of formal education for the local population of Indonesia, it was restricted to certain...

Drexel University Professor Dr. Girija Kaimal reflects on the profound impact teachers have in shaping a student’s confidence and sense of self. She recalls how one professor recognized her strength in theory—something she hadn’t seen...

Professor Lucan Way explained that his book Revolution of Dictatorship has roots in the influence of his early teachers. In particular, his 8th-grade English teacher, Brian Bond, encouraged him to explore his own interests, which led...

Dr. Gladys Labas reflects on the powerful impact of one of her high school teachers, Mr. Moe from Central High School in Connecticut. As an English language learner at a time when there were no bilingual or ESL programs, she was placed...

Dr. Miguel Cardona reflects on the life-changing impact of teachers, emphasizing how educators shape not only individual students but entire families. He recalls three influential teachers in his own journey: Gary O'Neal, his...

NYU historian Nicole Eustace reflects on the pivotal role teachers played in shaping her passion for history. She describes how, in 10th grade, an English teacher recognized her interest in history and encouraged her to write a...

Marci Shore reflects on her experience attending a large, underfunded public high school in Allentown, Pennsylvania, where most teachers were disengaged, but a few stood out for their dedication. She highlights the profound impact of...

Carl Hart reflects on the impact of one of his most important teachers, Rob Hakan, whom he met as an undergraduate at the University of North Carolina in Wilmington. Hakan told Hart that there was still a place in the world for people...

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The video discusses the challenges and changes students face as they progress through different grades and schools, highlighting the adjustments required...

Despite his cerebral palsy, Jeremy Grace has a pretty positive outlook on life. He typically goes through his day at the London Central Secondary School in Ontario with a smile and keeps a sharp eye out for...

A web of support, and in particular, an army of dedicated community volunteers, is critical while high school students are trying to navigate the daunting and often confusing college acceptance process. Many...

At 2 1/2 years old, Shaina Schwartz and her Mom went to see the Nutcracker. Even though this was the first time she had ever seen any kind of a dance performance, as soon as it was over she excitedly said,...

“Is it true? Is it kind? Is it you?” Do you think to ask yourself these three key questions before posting anything online?



Dave Anderson and Blake Fleischacker, the co-founders of My Life Online, think you...

In a sun-filled church in Stamford, Connecticut, a small group of young students sit with their musical instruments. Among them are many instruments you'd expect to see in a classroom—like violins and...

BalletNext's search for innovation led the New York City-based company and its Artistic Director Michele Wiles to a first-of-its-kind production, a ballet called "Follin."



"Follin" is a performance that...