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Aelfthryth of Devon part 2: Becoming Queen
King Edgar's reign is relatively understudied in English history, but it included some notable events such as increasing support for the English Benedictine reform and the introduction of a standardized coinage system. Learn about the...
Curated Video
Queen Nzinga part 8: Later Years and Legacy
In her later years, Nzinga focused less on military training and more on education in her lands. This video delves into the complexities of her legacy, as she ruled with violence and advanced the slave trade in the area but also...
Curated Video
Queen Nzinga part 7: Embracing Christianity and a Peace Agreement at Last
Nzinga negotiated strategic alliances with the Dutch and the Christian missionaries to legitimize her rule and resist the Portuguese. This video delves into the slave trade and the political tensions between rival African rulers....
Curated Video
Queen Nzinga part 1: Difficult Birth and Early Life
This video tells the story of Queen Nzinga Mbandi, a renowned queen from Southwest Africa who was known for her intelligence, political aptitude, and military skills. The video explores her background, including her difficult birth and...
Curated Video
Queen Nzinga part 2: Mbandi Takes the Throne
This video explores the political and social climate of Ndongo at the time and the struggles faced by Nzinga. When Nzinga's father died, and her brother, Mbandi, seized power by violently eliminating his competition. Nzinga and her...
Visual Learning Systems
Exploring Protists and Fungi
This video provides a brief overview of the characteristics and differences between organisms in the Kingdoms Protista and Fungi, emphasizing their cellular structure, mode of nutrition, and ecological roles. This video is part of the...
Visual Learning Systems
Classifying Life Review
This video is a review of the topics covered in the Classifying Life series. This video explores the fascinating process of classifying living things. From the contributions of Aristotle and Carolus Linnaeus to the modern classification...
History Hit
Yasmin Khan on the Indian Partition: Indian congress
How does congress become divided? How did nationalism affect India at that time? Yasmin Khan on the Indian Partition, Part 3
Curated Video
Six Kingdoms of Life
This video introduces the viewer to the six kingdoms of life found on planet Earth.
History Hit
Yasmin Khan on the Indian Partition: World War Two after effects
Did the British have any chance of maintaining the Raj in 1945 after the second world war? What was on the minds of the British decision makers when faced with counter insurgency in India compared to talking of liberating Europeans...
Visual Learning Systems
Investigating Protists: What Are Protists?
Eukaryotes that are clearly not animals, plants, or fungi belong to a very diverse and fascinating group called protists. This series of videos uses captivating video footage to illustrate organisms from tiny microscopic creatures to...
Mediacorp
Exploring the Formation of Telangana
This video explores the formation of Telangana, a new state in India, and the reasons behind its separation from Andhra Pradesh. It highlights the complexities of Indian society, with its diverse languages, religions, and castes, and the...
Soliloquy
How many countries make up the UK?
In my video about Wales and the Union Jack, I said that the United Kingdom is made up of 4 countries, and boy did you guys tell me how wrong that was! Northern Ireland is a province you said. If you did a little deeper though, this is...
Visual Learning Systems
Exploring the Kingdom of Fungi
This video aims to provide an overview of fungi, their distinct characteristics, and their significance in various aspects of life. This video is part of the 10-part series, Classifying Plants and Fungi.
Visual Learning Systems
Introduction to the Six Kingdoms of Living Organisms
In this video, the teacher discusses the classification of living things into six broad categories called kingdoms. This video is part of the 12-part series, Classifying Living Things.
Schooling Online
Shakespeare Today: King Lear - Theme of Gender
Watch this lesson today to discover how Shakespeare explores attitudes towards gender in King Lear. See the chaotic consequences when gender roles are broken; decide for yourself whether Shakespeare is challenging or reinforcing...
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Introduction to Kingdom Monera
The nugget describes the characteristic features of organisms belonging to Kingdom Monera. It also lists common examples of organisms belonging to kingdom Monera.
TLDR News
Will The UK Become A Tax Haven After Brexit? - Brexit Explained
After Brexit, the UK will have a lot more control over their laws, taxes and tariffs. It could, and according to some, should use this power to become a tax haven. So can the UK become a tax haven and should it?
History Hit
Yasmin Khan on the Indian Partition: Gandhi's role
What was Gandhi's role during this time? Yasmin Khan on the Indian Partition, Part 5
PBS
How Fictional Pandemics Reflect the Real Thing (Feat. Lindsay Ellis and Dr. Z)
Although we are currently living through a pandemic that has disrupted our lives and will shape the course of humanity, pandemics have been around since the dawn of civilization, as have stories about fictional pandemics. So now seems...
TLDR News
The UK and US Special Relationship Explained
The UK and US have one of the longest standing relationships between nations. They work together on trade, military operations and intelligence sharing. But how close are the two countries, and how much do they rely on each other?
Curated Video
Kingdoms From Nothing: Ghana
This series explores the many kingdoms of pre-colonial sub-saharan Africa.
Schooling Online
Shakespeare Today: King Lear - Theme of Power
Watch this lesson today to discover how Shakespeare explores the loss and gain of power in King Lear. See that power is complex and dangerous, and that it must be handled carefully. Along the way, learn how to analyse important quotes...
TLDR News
Who Does The UK Trade With Most? - Data Dive
With Brexit coming up so soon it's important to consider who the UK actually trade with. Which countries does the UK export the most of their goods and services to and who does the UK rely on for imports?