TED-Ed
TED-ED: Distorting Madonna in Medieval art - James Earle
After Rome was destroyed, people were wary of attachment to physical beauty. As Christianity gained traction, Romans instead began to focus on the metaphysical beauty of virtue, and art began to follow suit. James Earle discusses how...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Who was Confucius? - Bryan W. Van Norden
Most people recognize his name and know that he is famous for having said something, but considering the long-lasting impact his teachings have had on the world, very few people know who Confucius really was, what he really said and why....
Crash Course
Aristotle & Virtue Theory: Crash Course Philosophy
This week we explore final ethical theory in this unit: Aristotle’s virtue theory. Hank explains the Golden Mean, and how it exists as the midpoint between vices of excess and deficiency. We’ll also discuss moral exemplars, and introduce...
Crash Course
The Spanish Golden Age: Crash Course Theater #19
This week on Crash Course Theater, Mike and Yorick take us to beautiful Spain, and look at its Golden Age. Spain was having kind of a moment in the 16th and 17th centuries. They had this big empire, the culture was really flowering, and...
TED-Ed
TED-ED: The philosophy of Stoicism - Massimo Pigliucci
What is the best life we can live? How can we cope with whatever the universe throws at us and keep thriving nonetheless? The ancient Greco-Roman philosophy of Stoicism explains that while we may not always have control over the events...
Curated Video
How to Use Job Search Sites
Howcast - Learn how to use job search sites from career expert Nicole Williams in this Howcast video.
Curated Video
How to Become a Saint
Contrary to popular belief, saints weren't altogether perfect people during their lifetimes—but it's not good works alone that garner you a spot next to Francis of Assisi.
Curated Video
'A Christmas Carol': from dark to light
Pupil outcome: I can track light and dark imagery through the novella and explain how it has been used. Key learning points: - Dickens uses the motif of light and dark throughout the novella to symbolise hope and faith. - The cold and...
Curated Video
Aristotle: applying worldviews
Pupil outcome: I can explain Aristotle’s views on the importance of observing the world and how this shapes worldviews today. Key learning points: - Aristotle emphasised the importance of observation in understanding the world. -...
Curated Video
Virtue ethics
Pupil outcome: I can explain the development of virtue ethics and reflect on its usefulness. Key learning points: - Aristotle's virtue ethics focuses on achieving eudaimonia through the development of moral character. - A virtue is the...
Makematic
Civic Virtues
The world is filled with people who make our communities happier, safer, and fairer for everyone. These people have good qualities like kindness, courage, and respect, known as civic virtues.
The Business Professor
Synergy
the interaction or cooperation of two or more organizations, substances, or other agents to produce a combined effect greater than the sum of their separate effects.
Curated Video
Exploring Traits and Virtues: Tolerance, Solidarity, and Humanity
In this video, the teacher explores fun facts about the human body while emphasizing the importance of tolerance, solidarity, and humanity. Students learn about the power of virtues and how they can make a positive impact on the world....
Curated Video
Exploring Tolerance: Acceptance, Respect, and Unity
In this video, Nova and Curious explore the concept of tolerance, teaching children the importance of accepting and respecting others who may have different opinions, backgrounds, or languages. Through relatable examples and engaging...
Curated Video
Othello and Race: Unraveling Symbolic Meanings
This video unpacks the intricate use of racial and social symbolism in Shakespeare's "Othello." It discusses how Iago's manipulation of racial stereotypes and societal expectations shapes the audience's perception of Othello, revealing...
Curated Video
The Taming of the Shrew 1.1 Interview: Lucentio and Tranio
This video explores the motivations and initial experiences of young Italian men, Lucentio and his servant Tranio, as they arrive in Padua. The focus is on their academic pursuits at one of Europe's oldest universities and how their...
Curated Video
Hamlet 3.4 Language: "Rose" and "Blister"
This video segment analyzes a pivotal scene in Act 3 of Shakespeare's Hamlet, where Gertrude expresses confusion about Hamlet's accusations, possibly feigning ignorance. Hamlet then intensifies his reproach, employing metaphors to...
Curated Video
Hamlet 3.1 Virtue and Beauty
This video captures a crucial scene between Hamlet and Ophelia from Shakespeare's play, where Hamlet questions Ophelia about her honesty and beauty. He challenges the compatibility of virtue and physical appearance, suggesting that...
Curated Video
Hamlet 3.1 "I Loved You Not"
This video analyzes a complex dialogue from Act 3, Scene 1 of Shakespeare's "Hamlet," focusing on the fluctuating expressions of love and virtue between Hamlet and Ophelia. The discussion explores Hamlet's conflicting statements about...
Curated Video
Romeo and Juliet 2.3 Performance: Friar Laurence, Lines 1-22
This video features a performance of the opening lines from Act 2, Scene 3 of "Romeo and Juliet," where Friar Laurence reflects on the duality of nature and human morality. It discusses his observations on the transformative power of...
Curated Video
Julius Caesar 1.2 Performance: Cassius, Lines 90-131
This video explores themes of honor, perception, and human frailty through a dramatic reading of a segment from William Shakespeare's play. It focuses on the dialogue between characters that reflect on personal integrity, leadership...
Mister Simplify
Erikson's Stages of Psychosocial Development - Simplest Explanation Ever
Erikson's Stages of Psychosocial Development is a useful tool in analysing human psychology. It is split into 8 stages and the development of ego or personality is dependent on the successful completion of each stage. This video covers...
Curated Video
Prudence: Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson's prudence in orchestrating the Louisiana Purchase, despite constitutional concerns, doubled the size of the U.S., securing its position on the global stage.
Curated Video
Integrity: Schechter Brothers
In the 1930s, Jewish butchers the Schechter brothers showed integrity when they fought what they felt were unjust regulations, in order to uphold their faith and customer trust.