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TED-Ed: Situational irony: The opposite of what you think - Christopher Warner
Leaps and bounds separate that which is ironic and that which many people simply say is ironic. Christopher Warner wants to set the record straight: Something is ironic if and only if it is the exact opposite of what you would expect.
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Natural Sciences
Seven eminent physicists, including 3 Nobel Laureates, provide real-world examples of the relevance of TOK (Theory of Knowledge) concepts in their research. This interdisciplinary TOK Sampler explores different aspects of the Natural...
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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...
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Discovering the Magic of Augmented Reality
This video introduces the concept of augmented reality through a story about a boy named Tucker who loves animals, particularly lions. Unable to visit a nature reserve to see a real lion, Tucker discovers a special AR book called Ambani...
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Exploring Technology: Telescopes, Observatories, Robots, and More!
In this video, the teacher explores the wonders of technology and its impact on our understanding of the universe. From telescopes to observatories, the teacher shares fascinating facts about these tools that help scientists explore...
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WHAT IS A CT SCAN and why do we need it
Have you ever wondered what are ct scans used for? And how do they work? In this video, we will be answering all the lingering questions you may have about this popular medical imaging technique. DISCLAIMER: The content in this video is...
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Exploring the Universe: The Power of the X-ray Multi Mirror Satellite
The X-ray Multi-Mirror satellite, launched in 1999 by the European Space Agency, is the most powerful X-ray telescope in orbit. It captures detailed images by penetrating dust clouds in deep space, revealing new information about...
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Unleashing Creativity: Exploring the Power of Imagination
In this video, Lolita the lizard visits the show "Human Nature" to talk about creativity. Lolita shares how lizards express their creativity by changing colors and blending in with their environment. She also tells a story about a girl...
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Landmarks - China's Great Wall
CHINA S GREAT WALL CHINA S GREAT WALL IS ONE OF THE FEW MAN MADE OBJECTS THAT CAN BE SEEN FROM SPACE. IT STRETCHES ACROSS MORE THAN 6,400 KM OF WINDING LANDSCAPE, AND DURING ITS 2,000-YEAR HISTORY, THE WALL HAS SURVIVED THREATS FROM...
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Geoengineering: The Riskiest Way to Save the Planet
How do we reduce the impact of climate change, and could geoengineering be the solution? Host Sinead Bovell is joined by sci-fi writer Kim Stanley Robinson and other experts to examine the goal of Global Net Zero Emissions, direct air...
Food Farmer Earth
Community Harvest: The Charm of a Small Family U-Pick Farm and Stand
Explore a small family U-pick farm that offers a hands-on approach to sustainable agriculture. Learn how such farms educate the public, provide fresh produce, and foster a strong community connection through personal interactions at the...
Communication Coach Alex Lyon
What is Empathy?
What is Empathy and why does it matter? We'll take the definition but also look at 3 ways to practice empathy in your daily life.
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Painting By Numbers
See how two simple mathematical principles allowed artists to create the feeling of space within two-dimensional paintings. Maths - Space A Twig Math Film. Reinforce and extend the learning required by the curriculum. Twig’s context...
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Histograms: Snapshot
The use of histograms in digital photography to get the best picture. And how photographers account for the fact that histograms represent frequency density by area, not height. Maths - Statistics And Probability A Twig Math Film....
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The Babylonians and Plimpton 322
Why the depiction of Babylonian numerals matches numeral systems the world over, and how this allows us to decipher their mathematical knowledge. And see what homework Babylonian pupils were set thousands of years ago! Maths - History Of...
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Exploring Saturn
Joining the Cassini mission to explore Saturn. Our universe - Space adventure - Gas giants Learning Points The Cassini-Huygens mission was sent to explore the gas giant Saturn. A Twig Junior Film - Core science concepts explained in an...
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Incredible climber
See how a special camera helps a blind man climb – using his tongue! The world around us - Inventions - Changing lives Learning Points Medical inventions and technologies can change people's lives for the better. A Twig Junior Film -...
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How do we see?
Find out how our eyes and brain work together to enable us to see. Living things - Our senses - How do we see? Learning Points Our eyes and brain work together to enable us to see. Our eyes allow us to see the world around us. A Twig...
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The Hubble Space Telescope
Witness how the Hubble Space Telescope is helping us to understand how everything in the Universe formed. Physical processes - The Earth and beyond - Beyond our solar system Learning Points The Hubble Telescope has revealed a lot of...
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Procrastination 3: Facing the Fear
A major cause of procrastination is fear: Of failure. Of criticism. Of not reaching the high standards we’ve set for ourselves. But while it’s one thing to admit this, it’s another to understand how to overcome it. And this is where the...
Maddie Moate
This plant eats POO! | The Carnivorous Shrew Loo | Maddie Moate
Have you ever heard of the carnivorous shrew loo? Ever since I discovered that Kew Gardens had one of these incredible plants, I've wanted to find out more. WHY would a plant evolve to eat poop? Watch to find out!