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A new discovery that shows that Rangitoto erupted semi-continuously for about 1000 years is prompting scientists to re-think what the volcano could do in the future. 
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Almost everywhere on the world, international migration is a hot topic. Most of the time the debate about migration is fierce and charged with prejudices and... Via Natalie K Jensen
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Really nice video that discusses international migration with really good visuals to illustrate the concepts and data.
Sierra_Mcswagger's curator insight,
September 10, 2014 10:02 AM
This video is primarily talking on the widely known topic of migration. 3 percent of the worlds population is living away from there place of birth. The push of migration from places include poverty, war, and environmental disasters. The migration pull in some places are because of economic opportunity, and political freedom. Migration is increasing, and is thought of as a bad thing.(s.s.) 
Aurora Rider's curator insight,
October 7, 2014 8:59 PM
This video is great for going over the many different aspects that go along with migration. It talks about what migration is and the reasons why people migrate known as push and pull factors. It talks about the different types of migration such as asylum seakers and illegal immigration. It mentions the disadvantages and advantages of migration. 
Katelyn Sesny's curator insight,
October 31, 2014 12:27 PM
A great YouTube video- discussing the controversy of international migration among other things that fall into place of the disapproval of international migration. -UNIT 2
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Studies indicate that children learn resilience when they hear what their relatives before them have faced.
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I thought this was a really interesting read. Besides the obvious relevance to parents, I think it is totally relevant to teachers as well. It shows how important it is to have conversations with our students so we can build strong positive relationships with them.
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The issue of wealth inequality in the United States is well known, but this video shows you the extent of that inequality in dramatic and graphic fashion.
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This is quite a good description of the distribution of wealth in the United States. It's possibly shocking for some people and I hope it's thought provoking for everyone.
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David Guttenfelder, chief Asia photographer for the Associated Press wire service, sent these photos from North Korea straight to his Instagram account (in real time), a significant feat in a country where access is strictly controlled and where...
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In the early 2000's I Iived in Japan. There was quite often news about about North Korea in the Japanese media. Mostly it pertained to Japanese citizens who were kidnapped and taken to North Korea. Another sensation was the a US defector, Charles Jenkins returning to Japan in 2004. Since then, I have had something of a fascination with North korea. I have been following David Guttenfelder's images from North Korea on Instagram with great interest.
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You've more than likely seen this already, but I think it is worth sharing. I love technology. I love using it in the classroom. But it is just a tool - a crap teacher with a laptop is still a crap teacher. I firmly believe that there is room for the traditional as well as the innovative. Enjoy:)
Seth Dixon's curator insight,
March 31, 2013 8:59 PM
So many of the educational discussions these days are touting the newest technologies (many of which I embrace). Too many though, I fear, are willing to abandon tried and true "old school" pedagogical strategies in an attempt to incorporate the latest and greatest. Just because it's new doesn't inherently make it better. This video is a comical reminder that some old technologies and old strategies are worth keeping. Let's keep some paper in the educational system.
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Drop bears are less likely to attack people with Australian accents, according to experts at the University of Tasmania.
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Australia has so many dangerous animals. One of the least well known is the Drop Bear. While not common, they are found in remote areas and have been known to attack humans in very rare cases.
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Charlie Houghey was drafted into the US Army in October of 1967. He was 24, and had been in college in Michigan before running out of money and quitting school to work in a sheet metal factory.
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I have a morbid fascination with war photography. I'm not sure why. Robert Capa's images are mind blowing. And I'm sure most people have seen Nick Ut's photograph of Kim Phuc as she runs naked & burning down a country road. I have photograhy books with images from places like Phnom Penh (when the Khmer Rouge took power in 1975) and Changi POW camp in Singapore (shot in secret by an Australian soldier).
Charlie Houghey's images of Vietnam are both moving and haunting. I cannot even begin to imagine what people went through in times like those. Nor do I want to. Having two grandfathers who served in WWII, I think it is important that we always remember those that were involved in events like these.
Lest we forget.
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This is very interesting. Useful for demonstrating the impact of different projectipns on how we can see the world.
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"We're talking about an international exam which is the best in the world," says the speaker as we discuss what will happen now that the GCSE appears to be in terminal decline. "Why are we not bringing it in?
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Interesting. Last week I visited a state school in NZ that has started IB this year. I starting teaching IB Geography/ESS this academic year. While it's early days yet, I am increasingly convinced of the IB's rigour. It is a very demanding course of work. As governments in countries such as the UK, NZ, Australia etc. continually tinker with education (essentially trying to appease big business), I ownder if IB will become more & more attractive to parents who want their children to be ready for the new world that awaits them?
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This terribly geeky. But you know, in a cool geography way:)
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Chiwa - Mchinji, Malawi Shot over a period of 18 months, Italian photographer Gabriele Galimberti's project Toy Stories compiles photos of children from around the world with their prized possesions—their toys.
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This is really poignant. Recommended viewing for all kids. The images from China and India are interesting.
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"A glimpse inside the life of students from Senegal to Vietnam and China."
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Little bit different to my school:)
Heather Ramsey's curator insight,
March 11, 2013 3:57 PM
In the United States, we are constantly trying to improve education so that we can help students succeed in the global community. Our education system is often compared to those in other countries to see how American education "measures up." However, there are many differences between schools around the world.
BONUS: After looking at the pictures, compare American education and education in other countries. Write a paragraph explaining the similarities and differences that you INFER from the pictures and captions. 
Jessica Rieman's curator insight,
April 23, 2014 4:57 PM
Students in China take their college entrance exam lasting 9hours. To prevent cheating they all take it at the same time with 1,200 in an exam hall. In Guangdong province, on July 9, 2007. 
Alicia Grace Lawson O'Brien's curator insight,
July 16, 2014 3:07 PM
This picture is amazing to me! It is so difficult to think about how different education looks in other countries. |
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I think this is awesome. Fantastic way of illustraing change over time.
Seth Dixon's curator insight,
April 9, 2013 7:40 AM
This animated GIF of the technological changes within the music industry is fascinating. First the Vinyl, then cassette, and the CD each were the dominant product for a time. Today, digital music has superceded any "hard copy" format and that changes how we interact with music. Musicians aren't trying to make a great album with 10 memorable tracks that blend together; those that spend time resisting these changes to the industry were definitely on the wrong side of history. 
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April 11, 2013 12:32 AM
So very cool:) Great for illustrating the concept of change over time.
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Being one of the world's leading online web mapping service means also trying to walk the impossible tightrope between the political bickering of countries. More ...
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Although border disputes are not a new phenomenon, perhaps the prospect of national governments suing companies because of the way things are portrayed or not is a 21st century issue. This article raises all kinds of discussion points. For me, the first couple are how much do we reply on the likes of Google and what can go wrong with an over reliance on technology like this? Intriguing, no?
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Design Seeds are color palettes created by designer Jessica Colaluca. Explore thousands of combinations to inspire your life's palette.
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This is a really website for finding colours that go together. Some really cool palettes!
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Klaus Leidorf: A german aerial archaeologist that likes to observe the human artifacts from a bird's eye view.
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These images are brilliant. So much geography in them. This the photographer's website: http://www.leidorf.de. Enjoy!
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Capturing the unruly, ever-changing internet is like trying to pin down a raging river. But the British Library is going to try.
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A big ask?
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Some really cool looking iPad/iPhone apps here. Very useful in the classroom!
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Photographer Julian Germain’s portraits of school classrooms make for an intriguing archive of what early 21st-century education looks like around the world.
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I love these images. There is so much to discuss in them form all kinds of perspectives. I have just shown them to my Global Perspectives class as we begin a unit on Technology & the Economic Divide. Very thought provoking images!
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Seismic risk in NZ. This is a very interesting topic for the risk management section of IB Geo Hazards option. Great scope for using GIS to make planning decisions.
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A Newsweek study of health, education, economy, and politics ranks the globe's true national champions
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Excellent resource for comparing/contrasting the development levels of different countries. A very good conversation generator.
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For the most part in American culture, intellectual struggle in school children is seen as an indicator of weakness, while in Eastern cultures it is not only tolerated, it is often used to measure emotional strength.
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This is really interesting. Having taught in Asia (Japan, Thailand, Singapore) and New Zealand, I can see both angles here. Is it possible to entwine both ways? Would that be a positive thing to do?
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This is seriously cool! Developed by Tim Holman, along with a bunch of other really cool things, Texter lets you create images with words. In lots of different colours:) My first thought was to use Texter when I give my learners new vocabulary at the start of a unit. After they have developed understanding of the new vocab I want to challenge them to creat an image using the words to illustrate the meaning of the words. Any thought?
Geography Teachers' Association of Victoria Inc. (GTAV)'s curator insight,
March 14, 2013 9:08 PM
This site allows you to 'paint' with words. Simply type in the text (a single word or a longer passage) then choose a text size and colour. Click on the main screen, move your mouse and the words will be 'painted'. You can save your work too.
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Yesterday was Earth Day, a time set aside to increase awareness of the natural environment and the impact of our collective actions
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Wow! Just wow! Some amazing images here. Great to use as starters, discussions about patterns, spatial distribution and any number of features - both natural & cultural.
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Perfect for discussing risk assessment for IB Geography Hazards option.