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Finding Peace and Quiet: Mindful Meditation for Stress Relief Part 2
In Part 2 of this student mindfulness series, Grace continues with a similar practice, focusing on deep breaths and a body scan, followed by counting breaths. The video concludes with reflection questions about the practice and its...
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What is GPA?
In this informative video, Jesse from Can Do U explains the concept of GPA (Grade Point Average) and its significance in high school and beyond. Learn how grades are assigned grade points and how they contribute to the overall GPA...
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Test Me Part 1
In this video, discover the importance of giving 100% effort in high school and how it can shape your future success. Drawing inspiration from Kobe Bryant's practice mentality, learn why building habits of hard work and dedication in...
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Reflection Part 1
In Part 1 of the video, Kevin from Can Do U discusses the importance of reflection as a means to learn and grow from the past. He acknowledges that high school and life, in general, come with their ups and downs, and encourages viewers...
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Middle School Versus High School
In this video by Jesse from Can Do U, he provides valuable advice to incoming high school freshmen on how to have an awesome high school experience. Jesse acknowledges the challenges of transitioning from middle school to high school and...
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Going Places: Maximizing Goal Achievement Part 2
In Part 2, the focus shifts to goal achievement. The host explains the two types of goals: result goals and ritual goals. Result goals are the desired outcomes or achievements, while ritual goals are the habits or behaviors that support...
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Red Ribbon Week
In this heartfelt video, Kevin from Can Do U celebrates Red Ribbon Week, a worldwide initiative promoting drug prevention and awareness. With a deep understanding of the importance of being drug-free, Kevin shares the inspiring backstory...
Hip Hughes History
The Gettysburg Address: A Reading
The Gettysburg Address with titles. (and a little acoustic strumming). Uploaded on November 19, 2018, 155 years to the day after Abraham Lincoln delivered it.
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Triangular Trade Explained
What was Colonial Mercantilism when you boil it down to its basics? Perfect for students, life long learners and the cray cray on the internets.
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Thomas Jefferson: The Louisiana Purchase and the Constitution -- US History Review
Why did Jefferson acquire the Louisiana Purchase? How did the Louisiana Purchase change the United States? A fun and clear explanation of a critical moment in American history by a seasoned Social Studies Teacher.
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5 Ways to Deal With the Ding Dong in Your Classroom
Teaching can be difficult when faced with a talented dingdong in your classroom. This video will give you a few pieces of advice in how to deal with your dingdong so you and your class can focus on learning
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Can the President Launch a Nuclear Attack Unilaterally? ("Pressing the Button")
How does the President launch a nuclear attack? Can they do it by themselves are there checks and balances?
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Can the President be indicted? Constitutionally speaking?
What are the arguments for and against indicting a sitting President. In this short video we look at both sides as we seek historical, political and constitutional guidance during this current constitutional crisis. Or is it a crisis?
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A Very Important Message to All Returning Students
Not that anyone listens to teachers but if you asked me for advice, this is what I would say.
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Using Multimodality to Leverage Learning
One of my most favorite words in education , in life, is multimodality. In this short lecture I explain how paying attention to new literacies and multimodality can be a game changer in your classroom.
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Using Grades as an Aid in Your Classroom Teaching
Let HipHughes coax you into listening to some ideas about teaching and the learning. In this episode Hughes explain why grades can be your best friend to motivate kids.
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The Lame Duck Explained
What is a Lame Duck? A short history of the term with examples of Lame Duck Presidents and Congresses throughout American History.
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The Alamo Explained
A short summary of the events leading to the Battle of the Alamo and the effects on the Texas Revolution.
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The 23rd Amendment Explained: The Constitution for Dummies Series
Learn the history of the 23rd amendment in an engaging video lecture by Social Studies teacher Keith Hughes aka HipHughes. In this informative 7 minute lecture we look at the history of Washington DCs struggle to get voting...
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The 22nd Amendment Explained: The Constitution for Dummies Series
The 22nd Amendment of the US Constitution explained for students and life long learners.
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The 14th Amendment and the Debt Ceiling Explained
My teacher stab at explaining the argument for the 14th amendment being used in relationship to the Debt Ceiling. "An educated citizenry is a vital requisite for our survival as a free people." ~Thomas Jefferson
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Classroom Management 101: 10 Tips for Teachers
Misbehavior, rowdy kids, foul language have destroyed teachers.... in this video I go over my top ten rules when discussing classroom management. You won't find these in a college edu textbook. Subscribe to HipHughes History, it's stupid...
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Checks and Balances: How to Write an Effective Essay
HipHughes prepares you for a Check and Balance essay, focusing on the rejection of Treaty of Versailles and the Supreme Court case U.S. v Nixon (74)
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The Real World Part 3: Trade Schools and Pursuing Your Passion
In the final episode of In Control's series, "The Real World," host Kevin explores the option of trade schools as an alternative to traditional college education. Kevin highlights the practical and hands-on nature of trade schools,...