Curated Video
Calculating and Measuring Chemical Reaction Rates
The video discusses the concept of the rate of a chemical reaction and how it can be calculated and expressed in various ways. The examples used in the video include measuring the amount of product formed or reactant used up over a...
Tom Scott
Testing A Zip Line That Goes Round Corners
If you invent a new theme park or amusement ride, how do you test it to make sure it's safe? There's no Federal Bureau of Zip Lines. I visited one of the companies that does just that sort of testing - and, now, inventing. More about...
Science360
The Flint water crisis - Engineering researchers find answers for alarmed residents
In 2015, engineering researchers funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) helped to uncover the dangerously high lead levels in Flint water, and listened to a community in distress. Through a NSF Rapid Response grant awarded to...
Hip Hughes History
The Judiciary Act of 1789: US Government Review
A lesson on the Judiciary Act of 1789 for those takeing US History, a Government class or just love learning. A great study tool for APUSH & APGOV students and a great teaching resource for teachers!
Curated Video
Using Ellipses to Indicate Omissions in Quotations
In this video, the teacher explains how to use an ellipsis to indicate an omission in writing. The teacher provides examples and demonstrates how to identify the most relevant information in a quotation. The video also guides students on...
Step Back History
The History of Firearms and "Progress"
We’re going to talk about how guns went from fireworks to 3D printed weapons. We’re going to talk about how technology development works, and whether or not “progress” is really a thing.
Curated Video
The problem with sex testing in sports
Caster Semenya’s court case is the latest chapter in a long and confusing history. Try Dashlane free here: http://www.dashlane.com/vox – Get 10% off now with my promo code: VOX This spring, the Court of Arbitration for Sport upheld rules...
Curated Video
Why US schools are at the center of trans rights
A civil rights battle with transgender kids caught in the middle. Subscribe and turn on notifications 🔔 so you don't miss any videos: http://goo.gl/0bsAjO In recent years, state legislatures in the US have introduced hundreds of bills...
The Met
Thomas Cole: A Closer Look
Watch a video that reveals the findings of a technical examination conducted by The Met's conservation team on Thomas Cole's The Oxbow (1836) and The Course of Empire: The Consummation of Empire (1835–36). This study uncovered that the...
C-SPAN
On This Day: Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission
What is free speech? And does it apply to corporations looking to support federal campaigns? As decided in the controversial Citizens United ruling, the Supreme Court determined that corporations have the same rights as people and can...
PBS
Marshall's View of Federalism
A short video traces for viewers how John Marshall's concept of federalism developed from the time he was a soldier to the time he became Chief Justice of the Supreme Court.? Scholars learn about Marshall's evolving view of federalism...
C-SPAN
Bell Ringer: Importance of the Supreme Court
Bell Ringers that set the right tone for a lesson can be hard to design. Launch a study of the Supreme Court with a video has justices that revealing how they decide what cases to hear, how they determine their rulings, and even why the...
Bill of Rights Institute
Citizens United vs. FEC
Viewers investigate the case of Citizens United vs. FEC and how some donations changed the game of advertising during a campaign. They examine just how much money some spend in politics to support a candidate during the election...
Crash Course
Judicial Decisions: Crash Course Government and Politics #22
A Supreme Court justice does not have supreme authority over the law. Scholars investigate how the justices on the Supreme Court balance their views and opinions as they relate to the United States government and politics. They view a...
C-SPAN
On This Day: Janet Reno Confirmed as First Woman U.S. Attorney General
In 1993 Janet Reno became the first female attorney general in the United States. The engaging resource shows footage of Janet Reno's nomination and confirmation in her historic role. Academics also see Reno address the nation after...