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The Wright Brothers: Early Years and the Road to Flight
This video explores the early lives of Wilbur and Orville Wright, highlighting how their upbringing and shared curiosity led them to groundbreaking innovations in flight. From their childhood in Ohio to their passion for science and...
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Amelia Earhart: Early Years and Inspiration for Aviation
This video introduces the early life of Amelia Earhart, from her adventurous childhood in Kansas to her first encounter with aviation. It also explores how her experiences as a nurse's assistant during World War I sparked her interest in...
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The Early Life of Coretta Scott King
This video explores the early life of Coretta Scott King, from her upbringing in segregated Alabama to her studies in music and activism at Antioch College. It highlights her commitment to equal rights and her meeting with Martin Luther...
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The Early Life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
This video explores the early life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., from his birth as Michael King to his education and development as a leader. Learn about the impact of segregation laws, his dedication to peaceful protest, and his...
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George Washington Carver’s Journey to Education
Follow George Washington Carver’s inspiring path as he pursues his dream of higher education despite obstacles. From his early schooling to his studies at Simpson College and Iowa State University, this video highlights his perseverance,...
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Thurgood Marshall's Early Life and Path to Becoming a Civil Rights Attorney
This video explores the early life of Thurgood Marshall, from his upbringing in Baltimore and his education at Lincoln University and Howard University Law School. Discover how his personal experiences with racial discrimination...
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Battling Cataracts From Washtington to Ethiopia
Dr. James Guzek, a founding ophthalmologist of the Tropical Health Alliance Foundation, contrasts the early cataract treatment in the U.S. with the advanced techniques required in Ethiopia. Motivated by the dire need he witnessed in...
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Teachers Make a Difference - Mrs. Roche
Dive into the heartfelt reminiscences of a speaker as he shares the profound influence his fourth-grade teacher, Mrs. Roche, had on his life. From fostering a love for reading to nurturing emotional intelligence, discover how one...
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Deep Learning - Crash Course 2023 - Introduction to Probability and Random Variables
In this video, we will be introduced to probability and random variables. This clip is from the chapter "Basic Probability" of the series "Deep Learning - Crash Course 2023".In this section, we will talk about probability.
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Gender-Affirming Care: What Doctors Really Think
Currently, almost 2% of high school students in the U.S. identify as transgender, and a growing number of teens are being diagnosed with gender dysphoria, according to a study by the CDC. As a result, there is an increased demand for...
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Personal Struggles with Diabetes Management and Resulting Complications
Personal stories from individuals living with Type 1 diabetes. They detail their struggles with managing blood sugar levels, the fear and physical toll of constant fluctuations, and the long-term complications they faced as a result....
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Facts about Linear Functions
In this math video we will learn facts about linear functions. We will discuss the characteristics of a linear function in slope-intercept form. We will review that slope-intercept form is y=mx+b. We will discover that m represents the...
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Frederick Joseph - The Black Friend: On Being A Better White Person
Frederick Joseph is a best-selling and award-winning author, notably recognized for his debut book "The Black Friend: On Being a Better White Person," which addresses the gaps in discussing race and experiences, particularly for Black...
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Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier: Free Speech in School
The First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects the right to free speech. But when student journalists in Missouri wrote a series of articles on teen sex and divorce in 1983, their school appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court for the...
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The Intensity and Teamwork of Professional Tug of War
Discover the depth of professional tug of war, a sport that demands supreme physical strength, mental focus, and exceptional teamwork, far beyond its recreational roots.
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This Is the Only School for Refugees in the U.S.
Explore the inspiring journey of the Fugees Academies, the only school system for refugees in the United States. Founded by Coach Luma, an immigrant from Jordan, these academies provide education and hope to students who have experienced...
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Finishing the NYC Marathon While Paralyzed
A resilient runner with an indomitable spirit, as she shares her inspiring journey of overcoming adversity. After a traumatic incident in Vietnam left her with a spinal cord injury, Hannah faced physical and emotional challenges....
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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.
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Laila Taik - Teaching Arabic in America
Laila Taik is an English teacher from Morocco working on sustainable development goals both with her students and her global colleagues. In this video, she shares her experience teaching Arabic to American students at Brooklyn, New York....
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The Legendary Cartoonist Changing the Face of Comics
Discover the remarkable journey of Daniel Clowes, an influential figure in the world of comics whose creations like 'Ghost World' and 'Eightball' reshaped the landscape of graphic storytelling. Narrated by Woody Harrelson, this...
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The Legendary Cartoonist Changing the Face of Comics
Discover the remarkable journey of Daniel Clowes, an influential figure in the world of comics whose creations like 'Ghost World' and 'Eightball' reshaped the landscape of graphic storytelling. Narrated by Woody Harrelson, this...
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Rosa Parks: The Fight for Civil Rights and Equality
This video delves into Rosa Parks' working years, highlighting her marriage to Raymond Parks and her deep involvement with the NAACP. It outlines her contributions to civil rights, including organizing meetings, helping African Americans...
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Becoming a Psychologist
Five leading psychologists explain the driving factors which led them to study psychology and become professional psychologists. Featured are: Barbara Fredrickson (UNC Chapel Hill), Philip Zimbardo (Stanford University), Diana Deutsch...
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Becoming a Physicist
Nine renowned physicists describe crucial aspects of their personal trajectories of how they became the professional scientists they are today. Featured are: Joanna Haigh (Imperial College), Paul Steinhardt (Princeton University),...