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TED Talks
TED: What long COVID taught me about life (and data) | Giorgia Lupi
Data isn't just about numbers or trends — it's about capturing the stories that shape our lives, says information designer Giorgia Lupi. Following a long COVID diagnosis, she tracked her symptoms meticulously over four years, the data...
TED Talks
TED: How quinoa can help combat hunger and malnutrition | Cedric Habiyaremye
On a mission to create a hunger-free world, agricultural entrepreneur Cedric Habiyaremye makes the case for cultivating quinoa -- and other versatile, nutrient-rich grains -- in places experiencing malnutrition, like his native Rwanda....
TED Talks
Bjarke Ingels: Floating cities, the LEGO House and other architectural forms of the future
Design gives form to the future, says architect Bjarke Ingels. In this worldwide tour of his team's projects, journey to a waste-to-energy power plant (that doubles as an alpine ski slope) and the LEGO Home of the Brick in Denmark -- and...
TED Talks
TED: Activism, changemakers and hope for the future | Malala Yousafzai
Education activist (and recent Oxford graduate) Malala Yousafzai reflects on the defining moments of her life, how she balances passion with personhood and where the world finds itself during the COVID-19 crisis. With humor and humility,...
TED Talks
TED: Africa's great carbon valley -- and how to end energy poverty | James Irungu Mwangi
Our lives depend on curbing climate change, but so many priorities seem to be in competition. What's the most urgent thing humanity can do right now? Social entrepreneur James Irungu Mwangi tells us why Africa could be the ideal home for...
TED Talks
TED: How film created hope after the Beirut port explosion | Mounia Akl
When Lebanon was rocked by a massive explosion at the port of Beirut, filmmaker Mounia Akl came face-to-face with chaos -- and the power of art to create some sense of order. In this poetic, moving talk, Akl shares the story of how she...
TED Talks
TED: A Saudi woman who dared to drive | Manal al-Sharif
There's no actual law against women driving in Saudi Arabia. But it's forbidden. Two years ago, Manal al-Sharif decided to encourage women to drive by doing so -- and filming herself for YouTube. Hear her story of what happened next.
Crash Course
Foreign Aid and Remittance: Crash Course Econ
What is foreign aid? How much foreign aid does the United States distribute each year. Comparatively, not much. In fact, foreign aid only accounts for a small fraction of most nations' overall spending. But it's hugely important. Foreign...
The Daily Conversation
The "Panama Papers": The Largest Leak In History
The Panama Papers show how the world's most powerful people hide their money in offshore bank accounts to prevent paying taxes or suffering the consequences of government actions.
Curated Video
Developing understanding of 'When Stars are Scattered' through rich discussions
Pupil outcome: I can discuss the main ideas of ‘When Stars are Scattered’. Key learning points: - 'When Stars are Scattered' is a graphic novel memoir of Omar Mohamed's experience of living in a refugee camp in Kenya. - Omar and his...
Curated Video
Developing understanding of 'Swallow's Kiss' through rich discussions
Pupil outcome: I can discuss the main ideas of ‘Swallow’s Kiss’. Key learning points: - 'Swallow's Kiss' is written in free verse. - Free verse is any form of poetry that does not rely on consistent patterns of rhyme and meter. - It is...
Curated Video
Comparing ‘Checking Out Me History’ and ‘The Émigrée’
Pupil outcome: I can compare how Agard and Rumens present conflict and identity in their poems. Key learning points: - Both ‘The Émigrée’ and ‘Checking Out Me History’ explore big ideas of oppression, power and identity. - Both poems...
Curated Video
Analysing the poem 'War Photographer'
Pupil outcome: I can explore how Duffy uses language and structure to present complex emotions. Key learning points: - The poem reveals the difficult and complex emotions that a war photographer may experience. - The symbolic space of...
Curated Video
Ellis Island for Kids | New York
Come along as we explore Ellis Island, a place where millions of people first arrived in America long ago. In this video, you’ll learn what Ellis Island was, why it was important, and what it was like for the families who passed through...
The Business Professor
Expanding Into Foreign Markets
How does a Business Expand into Foreign Markets? This can involve a range of activities, including establishing a physical presence in international markets, building relationships with customers and partners, adapting products and...
The Business Professor
International Dispute Resolution
This video discusses the concept of international dispute resolution in the context of commercial agreements between private parties from different nations. It highlights the importance of identifying the rules that govern the execution...
The Business Professor
Global Perspective (Business)
What is the Global Perspective of a Business? A global management perspective is an attitude that a leader has toward global applications of their position and business. No matter the size of a business, all companies compete on a global...
Curated Video
International Students: Visa Process and Time Frame
The United States visa process can be a confusing path to map out. From CPT vs. OPT to deadlines and conditions, the process sees upwards of 80% of international students returning home to their countries after graduation. The best way...
Mister Simplify
The Eclectic Paradigm or OLI Framework - Simplest Explanation Ever
The Eclectic Paradigm or OLI Framework - The Simplest explanation ever
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Companies achieve growth by expanding to international markets. The OLI framework or Eclectic paradigm is a reliable and simple framework used by...
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Curated Video
Hedy Lamarr for Kids | Bedtime History
Hedy Lamarr was a remarkable figure known for her dual talents as a glamorous Hollywood actress and an innovative inventor. Born in Austria in 1914, Lamarr gained fame in the 1930s and 1940s as a film star, known for her captivating...
The Guardian
Why 'stronger borders' don't work
Thousands of people die annually trying to cross borders. It’s often argued stronger borders and more checks would deter people from making dangerous crossings. But how accurate is this? Maya Goodfellow explores what the current border...
The Business Professor
Expanding Into Foreign Markets
How does a Business Expand into Foreign Markets? This can involve a range of activities, including establishing a physical presence in international markets, building relationships with customers and partners, adapting products and...
SWPictures
Foreign Doctors Gaining Experience to Improve Healthcare in Home Countries
This video features Dr. Ayodyha, a pediatrician from Sri Lanka who came to the UK to gain experience and skills that she can use to improve healthcare services in her home country. She is part of a program that requires her to work in...
Curated Video
3 Tips for Thriving Abroad with Kate Johnson - IELTS Energy Podcast 1128
Today we talk to Kate Johnson from the New to Canada Podcast! She has moved to 5 different countries in her life, and she'll tell you what works, and what doesn't if you want your new life in your new country to thrive.