Science Archives - Watch and Talk Method

07 Feb Why Everything Takes Longer Than You Expect guided video

Posted at 12:14h in Australia, B2 - Upper-intermediate, Braincraft, Business, Complete Lesson Plan, Guided, Guided Video, Management, Popular Culture, Problem Solving, Psychology, Science

Why does everything seem to take longer than you planned and why do big infrastructure and building projects always go wayyyy over budget? This video looks at the psychology of what is going on in our brains. ...

05 Nov Ways Our Data Is Used After We Die – English on Demand – guided video

Posted at 12:33h in B2 - Upper-intermediate, Business, Complete Lesson Plan, Economics, Guided, Guided Video, Popular Culture, Problem Solving, Psychology, Science, Wired

Is there life after death? The short answer is yes, at least on social media that is! This video raises some really interesting points on «Ways our data is used after death». There are already millions of dead profiles on Facebook so the question is,...

24 May Mark Rober

Posted at 09:24h in B1 - Intermediate, B2 - Upper-intermediate, Funny, Popular Culture, Science, Technology, Youtube CHANNEL recommendations

The Mark Rober YouTube channel primarily features videos that combine science, engineering, and creativity. Mark Rober, a former NASA engineer, creates engaging and entertaining content that often involves building and testing various inventions and gadgets....

23 May CNBC International

Posted at 16:29h in B2 - Upper-intermediate, Business, Economics, Environment, Politics, Problem Solving, Science, Technology, Youtube CHANNEL recommendations

The CNBC International YouTube channel focuses on news and analysis related to business, finance, markets, and global economic developments - no surprises there then! However, many of the videos are quite "light" and informative so with some careful selection, you can find some gems!...

23 May BrainCraft

Posted at 16:12h in B2 - Upper-intermediate, Business, Economics, Environment, Management, Politics, Popular Culture, Problem Solving, Psychology, Science, Youtube CHANNEL recommendations

The Braincraft YouTube channel explores the fascinating world of psychology, neuroscience, and human behaviour. The videos often combine scientific research, interviews with experts, and creative visuals to provide insights into how our brains work and how they influence our thoughts, emotions, and actions....

23 May Big Think

Posted at 11:05h in B2 - Upper-intermediate, Business, Economics, Environment, Management, Politics, Popular Culture, Problem Solving, Psychology, Science, Youtube CHANNEL recommendations

If you like Ted Talks, the chances are you will like the Big Think YouTube channel. Instead of having a YouTuber host, it features experts from various fields, including science, philosophy, psychology, technology, and politics....

23 May Veritasium

Posted at 10:30h in B2 - Upper-intermediate, Environment, Problem Solving, Science, Technology, Youtube CHANNEL recommendations

The Veritasium YouTube channel is known for its science content including physics, chemistry, biology, astronomy, and engineering. The channel has over 13 million followers which reflects how fun and informative the channel is - in other words, edutainment! The channel also does a great job...

22 May VOX

Posted at 10:28h in Art, B2 - Upper-intermediate, Business, C1 - Advanced, Economics, Environment, Fashion, Politics, Popular Culture, Psychology, Science, Technology, Youtube CHANNEL recommendations

One of our absolute favourites! The VOX YouTube channel covers a wide range of topics including politics, current events, culture, science, technology, and history. Their videos often feature in-depth explanations, analysis, and storytelling, utilising visually engaging graphics and animations....

29 Abr The Case for a 4-Day Work Week

Posted at 18:47h in B2 - Upper-intermediate, Business, Economics, Management, Partial Lesson Plan, Psychology, Science, TED

This TED Talk discusses the increasing stress and burnout among workers due to the pandemic and how a four-day, 32-hour week with five days of pay can benefit workers, companies, and society. This model can help employees manage stress, offer better work-life balance, and increase...

29 Abr Why everything you buy is worse now

Posted at 18:10h in Business, C1 - Advanced, Economics, Non Guided, Partial Lesson Plan, Popular Culture, Psychology, Science, Vox

The video titled explores the idea that products are of a lower quality now than they were 10 years ago. It examines the design process and how the emphasis on manufacturability and appearance has led to a decrease in functionality. The video also discusses planned...