PBS
What If Space And Time Are NOT Real?
Physics progresses by breaking our intuitions, but we’re now at a point where further progress may require us to do away with the most intuitive and seemingly fundamental concepts of all—space and time.
TED Talks
TED: This country runs on 98 percent renewable energy | Ramón Méndez Galain
Fifteen years ago, Uruguay was experiencing an energy crisis brought on by its reliance on fossil fuels; today, the nation produces 98 percent of its electricity from renewable sources (and even exports extra energy to neighboring...
Curated Video
Russian diplomats leaving Embassy after spy row
1. Exterior of Russian Embassy in Tbilisi
2. Various of Russian Embassy staff and families loading luggage onto bus and boarding bus
3. Security around Russian embassy
4. Bus carrying embassy workers leaving embassy
5. Various close ups...
Curated Video
Billionaire Michael Bloomberg won a third term as New York mayor Tuesday in a closer-than-expected race against a Democratic challenger who stoked voter resentment over the way Bloomberg changed term-limits law so he could stay in office.
HEADLINE: Bloomberg wins 3rd term as NYC mayor
CAPTION: Billionaire Michael Bloomberg won a third term as New York mayor Tuesday in a closer-than-expected race against a Democratic challenger who stoked voter resentment over the way...
TED Talks
TED: The Internet could crash. We need a Plan B | Danny Hillis
The Internet connects billions of people and machines; it's the backbone of modern life. But tech pioneer Danny Hillis thinks the Internet just wasn't designed to grow this big -- and he fears that one big cyber-attack or glitch could...
TED Talks
Susan Shaw: The oil spill's toxic trade-off
Break down the oil slick, keep it off the shores: that's grounds for pumping toxic dispersant into the Gulf, say clean-up overseers. Susan Shaw shows evidence it's sparing some beaches only at devastating cost to the health of the deep sea.
Amoeba Sisters
Nature of Science
Explore the nature of science with The Amoeba Sisters. This video discusses why there is not just one universal scientific method as well as the importance of credible sources when researching. Vocab in experimental design including...
TED Talks
TED: The life-changing power of assistive technologies | Jane Velkovski
This chair is my legs -- this chair is my life, says accessibility champion Jane Velkovski, who uses a wheelchair after being diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). With clarity and poise, he shares how his first motorized...
Crash Course
Types of Bureaucracies: Crash Course Government and Politics
This week Craig Benzine breaks down the different types of bureaucracies. I mean sure, they’re all part of the executive branch, but some work more directly with the president than others. Some bureaucracies exist solely to independently...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: The last banana: A thought experiment in probability - Leonardo Barichello
Imagine a game played with two players and two dice: if the biggest number rolled is one, two, three, or four, player 1 wins. If the biggest number rolled is five or six, player 2 wins. Who has the best probability of winning the game?...
Crash Course
Chi-Square Tests - Crash Course Statistics
Today we're going to talk about Chi-Square Tests - which allow us to measure differences in strictly categorical data like hair color, dog breed, or academic degree. We'll cover the three main Chi-Square tests: goodness of fit test, test...
TED Talks
TED: What kids can teach adults about asking for help | YeYoon Kim
Do you need some help? It's OK to ask, says YeYoon Kim, a former kindergarten teacher who learned from her students how powerful and courageous it can be to reach out for support. Sharing the story of one of the most difficult periods in...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: The genes you don't get from your parents (but can't live without) | Devin Shuman
Inside our cells, each of us has a second set of genes completely separate from our 23 pairs of chromosomes. And this isn't just true for humans— it's true of every animal, plant, and fungus on Earth. This second genome belongs to our...
TED Talks
TED: How new technology helps blind people explore the world | Chieko Asakawa
How can technology help improve our quality of life? How can we navigate the world without using the sense of vision? Inventor and IBM Fellow Chieko Asakawa, who's been blind since the age of fourteen, is working on answering these...
3Blue1Brown
The quick proof of Bayes' theorem
A short explanation of why Bayes' theorem is true, together with discussion on a common misconception in probability
Bozeman Science
Gases
In this video Paul Andersen explains how gases differ from the other phases of matter. An ideal gas is a model that allows scientists to predict the movement of gas under varying pressure, temperature and volume. A description of both...
Curated Video
Extending Experience
Eight renowned researchers provide real-world examples of the relevance of Theory of Knowledge (TOK) concepts in their research. This interdisciplinary TOK Sampler emphasizes the vital role our past experiences play in shaping our...
Curated Video
Tips for Becoming an Independent Kid and Staying Safe
In this video, children learn about the importance of staying safe and becoming independent. They are taught how to handle situations with strangers and are encouraged to practice activities that help them become more self-reliant, such...
Curated Video
Building Character: Becoming an Independent Kid
In this video, children learn about being independent and building character. They are encouraged to be kind,respectful,and make new friends. The importance of facing challenges and trying new things is emphasized, as well as the...
Curated Video
Becoming an Independent Kid: Exploring Responsibility and Wise Decision Making
In this video, Nova, a space adventurer, teaches kids about the importance of becoming independent. She explains that being independent means being able to take care of oneself, make smart choices, and follow rules. Through stories and...
Curated Video
Exploring Independence and Growing Up
In this video, Caressa the cat, who hails from Paris, discusses the concept of independence with the host, Jade. Through Caressa's experiences and insights, viewers learn about the importance of independence, how it is acquired with...
Curated Video
Exploring Independence: Life of a Cat and the Value of Making Decisions
In this video, Caressa the cat discusses the concept of independence and why cats are considered independent animals. Caressa explains that independence means being able to make decisions and take care of oneself without relying on...