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A reminder to prioritize out-of-the-box thinking.

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A collection of original content that celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit in creative and relatable ways.

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The Season's Best Holiday Ad - Bouygues Christmas (still awesome in 2024)

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Bells "The Reader" directed by Greg Gray

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Building on the rich heritage that comes with the Bell's brand, this inspiring and heartwarming story forms a great foundation from which Greg has created another memorable piece of film.

www.velocityfilms.com

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A listing of brief videos from a principal to lighten things up a bit!

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Funny School Teacher - Such an intelligent qualified teacher

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A blog post by Paula Borque to engage teachers and develop a wider appreciation for teachers' lives and how that impacts their teaching and work with a coach.

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We know teaching is a difficult profession. (Well you do if you are in it!) One of the things that makes it difficult is when we feel invested and truly care about the children we work with. This week I witnessed just how difficult it can be as I watched no less than than three teachers reduced to tears by their circumstance. Difficult parents, reluctant students, and an inability to fix everything.

We can't expect to get a lot of empathy from people outside the profession who think our job is easy, or that we aren't working long enough or hard enough, or that they know more about teaching than we do. We can't expect help from people who pass mandates that ask us to do more with less, who cry "more money won't help" and "class size doesn't matter", or who think the quick fix (and only fix) is simply opening charter schools and passing out vouchers for 'choice'.

Sure, there are many parents, friends and family members who support us but it can still be overwhelming and at times we feel alone. The thing is, we aren't. I think it is increasingly important that we seek and give support to those who walk in our shoes everyday. I saw it when I witnessed other teachers rally to comfort the tearful teachers. They knew. They empathized. They had been there.

These distraught teachers were not "whiners'. They were genuinely stressed by circumstance and demands and I thought they displayed courage by reaching out for support. I think we need to do more of this. I also know that it isn't just the circumstance of the day that can be the tipping point for us. We carry our entire lives into our classrooms with us that acts as a base layer for our days. We don't shed our personal stresses, concerns, health, or hopes at the door. We are humans, not robots.

At a workshop I facilitated yesterday, I wanted to bring that sense of empathy and community to our large staff. We all know each other, or think we do. Yet each of us sitting there brought all of our 'outside life' into the room. It is unavoidable, it's as much a part of who we are as our DNA is. So before we began, I wanted us to approach our learning together with open hearts and a genuine caring for one another, our profession, and the work we do as we live our lives.

I asked each teacher to anonymously fill out a slip: Then we mixed up the slips and shared them at different tables to protect the anonymity of the writer. Here are some of the responses we read:

I wish people knew...

How difficult it is to take care of my mother.

How much I miss my babies.

I struggle to find nice things about myself that I like.

That I have social anxiety.

How much I work to make things less stressful for others.

That mornings are hard for me.

I'm dealing with a parent whose health is declining.

That if feel nervous in big crowds.

My anxiety controls me.

I was pregnant.

Sometimes I feel guilty that other people's kids and not my own get the best parts of me because I'm so exhausted by the time I get home.

That I have a hard time showing emotions.

I worry about my adult children.

That it was my birthday.

That at school I feel very alone teaching.

How much the school means to me.

My dog is getting really old and it is breaking my heart.

That I grew up in a low income project in a city and that we lived off state welfare.

How discouraged I am due to the variety of student levels in my room.

I am always exhausted.

That the financial stress of planning a wedding is killing me softly.

I am still dealing with the death of my dog.

I have a horrible memory.

The heavy heart I carry.

How much I worry about my students' home life.

I have a baby on the way.

Both my boys are in the military. That's scary

How insecure I can be about my teaching.

There were dozens more. Each were equally touching and honest. I can't help but think differently about my staff now. When I look into their faces, I have so much more empathy for the human beings they are, not just the teachers they present as. I thought I knew them all well, but there are so many levels of knowing! As teachers, we acknowledge and grieve that our kids have struggles. Let's try to remember our colleagues do,too. Let's continue to lift one another and be a light when things are dark.

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SCAR ISLAND by DAN GEMEINHART
I have loved every one of Dan Gemeinhart's novels and not a one is in any way similar! He creates such strong characters, exquisite settings, and edge-of-your-seat plots! Each one I read I find myself saying, "This is my favorite!" In this couldn't-put-down middle grade novel, Jonathan Grisby is sent to Slabhenge Reformatory School for Troubled Boys, but it's more like a dungeon on an island. He's done something so terrible, he cannot bring himself to tell anyone about it. When something bizarre happens on the island, the children find themselves free, but then they must grapple with what freedom really means. It's not what any of them expected. This book is like Dickens meets Lord of the Flies! Do yourself a favor and get a copy ...NOW!

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Thank you to the millions of passionate teachers who inspire curiosity in their classrooms...lesson after lesson, unit after unit, year after year. We're fortunate to have had many of you in our lives, and we can't wait to see what the future will bring because of the work you're doing today.

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Medieval helpdesk with English subtitles

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In the closing moments of professional development sessions, how do you leave participants inspired and commited to making changes in their classrooms? We asked Choice Literacy contributors to share some of their favorite closing activities for sessions with colleagues.

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Choice Literacy - Articles & Videos - Full Article

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Experts on presentations once said that you had 30 seconds to capture the attention of your audience. Other experts now say you have the attention of the audience in the beginning - the challenge is in keeping it. No matter what, we can all agree the most nerve-wracking part of professional development is the start.

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Book club is the MVP of Patriot wide receiver Malcolm Mitchell's career

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Movie clips that illustrate and inspire!

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I'm a former middle school teacher and current college professor. I want to see teachers unleash the creative potential in all of their students so that kids can be makers, designers, artists, and engineers. I explore research, interview educators, deconstruct systems, and study real-world examples of creativity in action.

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9 Videos to Make Teachers Laugh, Cry, and Feel Inspired!

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9 Videos to Make Teachers Laugh, Cry, and Feel Inspired!

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17 Inspirational Videos to Help Remind You Why You Teach

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It's May and we've heard a rumor that you might be running low on fuel. You're not sure how you're going to make it to Friday, much less the end of the year.

That's why we've rounded up our favorite videos to reference whenever you need a little extra motivation. The ideas in these clips will help reignite that special spark that makes you so good at what you do.

1. The Dot by Peter Reynolds

Help your kids make their mark!

All it takes is a cardboard box and little bit of imagination.

Be sure to watch Caine's Arcade 2 for even more inspiration.

Look for other teacher inspired Taylor Mali poems, such as "Like Lilly, Like Wilson," "Miracle Workers," "Any Language, Much Less English."

4. "The History Teacher" by Billy Collins

This one is not a video, but take a moment to read this poem by the US Poet Laureate dubbed "the most popular poet in America."

A classic videotaped talk that inspired a radical shift in the way we think about education.

Here is Ken Robinson's playlist of 10 more TEDtalks about Education

Introverts should be encouraged and celebrated.

7. "What Teachers Do" Speech by Lily Eskelsen Garcia, President of the National Education Association

Insider called this the #1 Best Thing that anyone said in 2015. We agree, darlin'!

[Note: she received some backlash for one phrase in this speech where instead of saying "chronically tardy" she tripped up and said, "chronically tarded." She totally owned the flub and apologized. She also acknowledged that her made-up phrase medically annoying, meant to be funny, missed the mark as it could have offended some. I still think the speech is great and worth sharing. Your call.]

"Connection is why we are here. It is what gives purpose to our lives." Also watch her TEDtalk on The Power of Vulnerability.

Steve Spangler, America's Science Teacher

Daniel Pink animates his thoughts about the latest research on what motivates us all.

11. Brain Rules

Don't skip recess and be sure to let your kids get up and move around in class. John Medina has defined 12 Brain Rules, backed by research, that help us understand how kids (or anybody) learns best. Watch the videos. Read the book. Share with colleagues.

"Because getting a -18 on a 20 point test sucks the life out of you. Getting a +2 says I'm not all bad! ... Every child deserves a champion-an adult who will never give up on them. Who understands the power of connection. And insists that they can become the best that they can possibly be. Is this job tough? You betcha. But it is not impossible. We can do this. We are educators. We were born to make a difference."

It's never just play. Darwin's father said he would never amount to much because he spent too much time playing with insects.

A TED Talk by the founder of Girls Who Code for anyone who has or teaches girls.

If you liked that one, here's another Pep Talk from Kid President.

And a whole lot more Pep Talks from Kid President.

16. 12+ Must-See Teacher Movies

If you are up for a feature length film, TeacherHub.com recommends these classics. Also check out The WeAreTeachers A-Z Movie LIst.

Be sure to put To Sir With Love at the top of your list!

17. "Unstoppable Learning"

This last one is not a video. It's a 50-minute podcast from NPR's TED Radio Hour, so you can look up at the clouds while listening to these incredible stories from educational experts about the infinite possibilities that exist in the realm of teaching, learning, and the human brain.

Do you have a favorite video that always picks you up after a long day of teaching? Please share it in the comments!

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17 Inspirational Videos to Help Remind You Why You Teach

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If you're looking to energize your staff and challenge them to think outside the box, we have a fresh idea for your next school staff meeting. Kick things off with an inspiring and motivational video! YouTube is filled with quick clips filled with ideas on everything from owning mistakes to kick starting passions to staying focused and achieving big goals. Your staff may not expect it-and that's a good thing! An ambush of inspiration never did any harm. Here are 12 of our favorite clips to get you started!

1.Brendon Buchard-"How Incredibly Successful People Think"

Motivational speaker Brendon Buchard breaks down a really simple truth about success-it's all in your mindset. You can't say you don't know how to do something or don't have what it takes. Successful people never see any limitations in going after what they dream about.

2. Oprah Winfrey-"There Are No Mistakes"

There's no mistaking that Oprah is the guru when it comes to living your best life. In this clip, she reinforces that every mistake happens for a reason. The best way to know that is true? Nurture yourself and stop the mind chatter that says you're not good enough.

3. Why Do We Fall: Motivational Video

Get everyone pumped with this mini movie that reframes failure. No one cares IF you fail... you're going to be remembered by how you responded to that failure. Never let failure-or fear of it-turn into an excuse to give up entirely!

4. Trevor Muir- "Teaching is Tiring (And Worth It)"

From cleaning up glitter to reporting abuse, this video shares many of the reasons teaching is such a tiring profession. However, you have to watch the whole video, because Muir brings it back around and gives the reasons it is all worth it.

5. "A Pep Talk from Kid President to You"

Sure, he may be even younger than some of the students you teach. But you can't deny this viral superstar's zest for life. Some of his greatest pearls of wisdom are some of the simplest. A favorite? "If life is a game, are we on the same team?"

6. Dream-Motivational Video

The only thing we can really say about this video is share it as a challenge to your staff. Challenge them to watch it and then not feel immediately ready to tackle their biggest goals or finish a project they've pushed off.

7. Brendan Buchard-"How To Stay Focused"

Another amazing one from Brendan Buchard. In this one, he gets to the heart of why it's so important to define your mission before you start each day. That way you're only getting the things done that move the mission you set forward.

8. Simon Sinek-"Start With Why"

Sinek is the author of the equally powerful book, Start With Why. This edited version of his TED Talk reinforces WHY we must know WHY we're doing anything before we get started. This applies to lesson plans to staff meetings. Knowing why you're getting out of a bed in the morning and why you have the job you do makes a big difference in getting others to follow your lead.

9. Rocky's Speech to His Son

Sometimes you just need to serve up some tough love . . . and who better to do that than Rocky Balboa himself? (and yes, in case you were wondering, his son Is played by a young Milo Ventimiglia who you might know from the tv show This Is Us!)

10. Denzel Washington-"Aspire To Make A Difference"

The Oscar winner packs in a lot of life lessons in this incredible speech. Some of the best takeaways? Fail big-you only live once. Take chances. Go outside the box, don't be afraid to dream big. Dreams without goals ultimately fuel disappointment, Have goals-monthly, weekly, yearly, daily. Be disciplined and consistent and plan.

11. Steve Jobs-"Here's to the Crazy Ones"

One of the most iconic speeches delivered by one of our greatest creative minds. Dare your staff to think big and dare them to bring out the next Steve Jobs in their classrooms!

12.

J. K. Rowling-"The Benefits of Failure"

Harry Potter was born out of the lowest point in J.K. Rowlings' life. And, she was determined to make the series a success because she needed to pull herself out of the darkness. Don't just show this clip at a staff meeting-show it at an assembly with students there too!

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If you're looking to energize your staff and challenge them to think outside the box, we have a fresh idea for your next school staff meeting. Kick things off with an inspiring and motivational video! YouTube is filled with quick clips filled with ideas on everything from owning mistakes to kick starting passions to staying focused and achieving big goals.

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New year's resolution wisdom from a little girl.

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Taylor Mali: What teachers make | TED Talk

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Ever heard the phrase “Those who can’t do, teach”? At the Bowery Poetry Club, slam poet Taylor Mali begs to differ, and delivers a powerful, 3-minute response on behalf of educators everywhere.

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Golf balls, pebbles, sand and beer: How to focus on what is important.

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Golf balls, pebbles, sand, and beer - a few things to explain how to live a happier life. (via Meir Kay)

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A collection of technology videos from Google perfect for tech PD to lighten the mood!

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Each year Google releases a new set of prank videos for April Fools Day. I always look forward to these videos as they are so well produced and poke fun at current trends and technology and even at Google itself. Even better though, they provide more professional development materials for me.

Here's what I mean...

Technology training can be challenging for novices as well as seasoned users. There is a lot of content to cover and new features to learn. Depending on the school, organization, or event, the training may also last a long time, from a full day inservice to a 5-day bootcamp.

During any professional development training it is important to break things up, add some variety, and most importantly have some fun and laugh. Google's April Fools videos are perfect for that! As often as I can I try to insert one or more videos into the PD session depending on which ones relate to the content we are learning.

These videos can also be great for your next training session, or staff meeting, or technology instruction for your students, or even as examples of parody videos for your language arts or media classes.

Thankfully Google keeps producing new videos each year to add to this collection. I can't wait to see what they have made for us this time! In the meantime, see below for many of my favorite Google April Fools videos (in no particular order) and the PD topics they best relate to. Hopefully you can use these yourself to make your next teaching or learning experience more engaging.

1) Gmail Motion
(Topics: Gmail)

4) Smartbox by Inbox: the mailbox of tomorrow, today
(Topics: Gmail, Inbox)

5) Being a Google Autocompleter
(Topics: Search, Artificial Intelligence)

8) Levity Algorithm
(Topics: Google Calendar, Gmail, Google Slides)

9) Introducing Google Actual Cloud Platform
(Topics: Google Drive, Cloud)

10) Launching: Google Apps for Business Dogs
(Topics: G Suite, Gmail, Hangouts, Google Docs)

11) Top 5 Viral Pictures of 1911
(Topics: YouTube, viral videos)

12) The YouTube Collection: The Magic of YouTube in Your Hands
(Topics: YouTube)

13) Google Cardboard Plastic
(Topics: Google Cardboard, VR)

15) Introducing realBooks
(Topics: Google Play Books, mobile)

16) Introducing Style Detection for Cloud Vision API
(Topics: Artificial Intelligence, Cloud)

17) Introducing the self-driving bicycle in the Netherlands
(Topics: Self-Driving Vehicles)

18) Introducing new delivery technology from Google Express
(Topics: Google Express, Drones)

19) Introducing Dial-Up mode
(Topics: Google Fiber, Connectivity)

20) Introducing the Google Fiber Bar
(Topics: Google Fiber, Connectivity)

21) Introducing Google Wind
(Topics: Google Cloud Platform)

22) Introducing Google Gnome
(Topics: Google Home, machine learning)

24) Introducing Google Play for Pets
(Topics: Google Play)

25) Introducing Bad Joke Detector - New for 2018
(Topics: Files Go mobile app)

Conclusion

I can't wait to see what new videos Google creates for this year! I will continue to update this post with new videos over time. If you have a favorite prank video from Google that I missed, please let me know about it in the comment below.

Post by Eric Curts. Bring me to your school, organization, or conference with over 50 PD sessions to choose from. Connect with me on Twitter at twitter.com/ericcurts and on Google+ at plus.google.com/+EricCurts1

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State-of-the-School Bar-B-Q
Plan a special event at which you'll share with parents your latest School Report Card or test results. All participants help generate ideas for school improvement.

FISH! Philosophy Has Hooked "Schools" of Principals
The FISH! philosophy is bent on creating a positive atmosphere that brings together all members of a school community. Learn about it and you'll be hooked.

Handbook Jeopardy
Going over rules and procedures is one of the dullest parts of back-to-school staff meetings. Liven up this dull routine with Handbook Jeopardy.

"Survivor"
The "Survivor" TV show offers a great starting point for a day of building staff camaraderie and setting a tone for a year focused on meeting needs of all students.

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State-of-the-School Bar-B-Q Plan a special event at which you'll share with parents your latest School Report Card or test results. All participants help generate ideas for school improvement. FISH! Philosophy Has Hooked "Schools" of Principals The FISH! philosophy is bent on creating a positive atmosphere that brings together all members of a school community.

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Brenda Power shares a powerful idea for a quick write with your teachers inspired by Amy Krouse Rosenthal.

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This collection of wordless videos focuses on problem solving and developing grit.

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10 Wordless Videos that Teach Problem Solving - Speech is Beautiful

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I work in teletherapy, which means that I use a computer to display my materials and activities for my students. I have a couple extremely quiet older elementary students and I decided that video was a way to engage and encourage them to answer questions and retell events.

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Grit. Perseverance. Tenacity. Growth Mindset.

We all know we need these qualities. We all know that students need them, too.

Admittedly, each term has its own nuances to it, but when I look at them, they seem to be in the same family of characteristics that I want students (and myself) to have.

But for as much as we talk about these in our schools, it sure can seem like it's hard to find them at times.

In some educational conversations, I grow tired of the same, well worn paths being covered over and over, but not with these. Even the repetition of these ideas doesn't bother me. In fact, it's probably what I need most.

What I need to do is remember the things that are too easy to forget.

Things like Angela Duckworth's reminder that, "Grit is living life like a marathon, not like a sprint." Things like the value of a growth mindset. Stuff that's really simple, but when lived out causes a profound impact.

More than just being told about these things we've all heard a bit about, stories help drive home the importance of these qualities when I begin to forget. Here are a few of my favorite videos from ESPN that remind me of the rewards for getting this right.

Spirit to Soar is about Charlotte Brown, a Texas high school pole vaulter whose vision has deteriorated to the point that she is legally blind. Yep. You read that right. She's a blind pole vaulter. Undaunted in the face of what many would consider insurmountable challenge, Brown's story is pretty incredible. It's a great one to share with students as they approach the end of a semester, and part of the story really lends itself to conversation about what we listen to and what we allow to distract us. I think those are always conversations worth having.

Longshot tells the story of Stephen Curry before he became STEPH CURRY, NBA champion, league MVP, able to make half court shots look routine, king of the basketball world (at least for a time, for some). He's great now, but what I love about the video is the way that it focuses on Steph's struggles as a young athlete. I have two favorite sections: one about breaking down his shot as a young shooter and one about what his coach at Davidson saw in him. I love the idea that the thing Curry is most famous for now was once his weakness. That's a powerful message for students (and for adults) to hear. I also love the way Curry's coach talks about what he saw in Curry's game; it's a powerful reminder of the power we posses as educators to build others up, even when some don't see potential in students.

Catching Kayla is another track and field story, but this one focuses more on the power of relationships and the ways we can support students as educators. Kayla excels as an athlete, but she does that in the face of medical conditions that allow her to continue to compete, but prevent her from even having the strength to stand after finishing her races. It's a great reminder of the power of giving it our all and the importance of knowing our limits. I think it's a great reminder of the value of having someone who is there to help when we have given all we have. A great lesson for students and educators alike.

Drive tells the story of Richie Parker. He's not an athlete, but he does work for Hendrick Motorsports. What makes Richie unique is his drive to let nothing stop him from doing what others can do. Also, he was born with no arms. This video is great to put me in my place when I start to think that life is hard. Certainly there is a time for that, but it's not a place where I want to dwell. Parker's story, attitude, and grit push me to be better for myself and others.

It's worth mentioning that we can really pigeonhole the whole conversation by exclusively likening it to these sorts of "athlete who overcomes" stories, but I think there's some real value to having these stories out there. They resonate deeply, and they're a great entry point into the conversation or into a deeper version of it.

So I hope these are useful for you or your colleagues or your students. Really I hope they are useful for all of those groups. We've all given a lot up until this point, but our students deserve the best as we finish out the semester.

How can you use these videos in your classroom or on your campus? What are the other videos that are worth including alongside these? What will you do to help students and teachers finish the semester strong over the next few weeks?

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4 Videos That Inspire Perseverance - Leading, Learning, Questioning

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This links you to a list of videos by EddieBComedy, a teacher with hilarious views on teaching.

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This site provides provide clips of television shows, movie and popular culture to complement teaching, but I envision MANY uses for PD with teachers.

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"ClassHook is the creative piece I've been looking for YEARS!! Anytime I see a clip in a movie that I could use, I try and make a mental note but usually have a hard time accessing the movie. Because I teach anatomy, there are SOOOO many possibilities. This is a fantastic site."

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ClassHook | Educational TV and Movie Clips

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Make learning relevant with educational scenes from TV shows & movies.