This brief introduction to linguistics asks simple questions about language and languages, then follows the various branches of linguistics that have arisen in attempt to answer those questions. Take this presentation as a rapid tour through modern linguistics or as a thoughtful inquiry into what l
From the "Sapir-Whorf hypothesis" to modern psychology, get a quick feel for this ongoing debate. Is language about grammatical universals like nouns and verbs? What's the relationship between language and culture? Text version of this lesson with links to further resources: http://www.nativlang.co
A guide to how to take care of yourself and those you love when your stuck at home as a result of social distancing and self-isolation, and anxiety and coronavirus cabin fever begin to set in! Social distancing and self-isolation are critically important to controlling the spread of coronaviru
This is an awesome science trick where we make all the smoke inside a bottle disappear in a second. Let us know if you have some science tricks of your own you would like to see done. Serious Business Inquiries Only: Contact us at: https://www.youtube.com/c/householdhackertv/about (email address at
The highlights of Volkswagen at the Auto China 2016 in Beijing: the hightech-SUV concept car T-PRIME CONCEPT GTE, the next generation of the MAGOTAN and the new PHIDEON. --- Twitter: https://twitter.com/vwpress_en #VWBeijingAutoshow16
Volkswagen's reorientation continues. At the 86th Geneva International Motor Show the company is presenting two world premieres geared to the future of mobility: one a fascinating open-top T-Cross Breeze concept car, which marks the start of a broad SUV offensive. The other the new up!, which boasts
There it is, the new Volkswagen Up! Celebrating its world premier at the Geneva Motor Show. It has a new front and rear section. And it has something for everyone. There are 13 color option, gasoline engines or electric drive. And it has its own smartphone, fully integrated. Together with the “T-Cro
Should people who aren't scientists have a say in what science gets done, and how it is used? This week, Risk Bites takes on the knotty topic of science and public engagement. This video was created to preface a conference session on engaging publics on science and technology -- synthetic biolog
World premiere of the Volkswagen T-Prime Concept GTE in Beijing, the new SUV flagship with plug-in hybrid and all-wheel drive, and the all-new Magotan. The Phideon and the BUDD-e made their Asian debut. --- Further information on the premieres of Volkswagen in Beijing can be found here: https://ww
Short Introduction to our course on social complexity. Click here to see more videos: https://alugha.com/SystemsInnovation Follow along with the course eBook: https://systemsinnovation.io/books/ Take the full course: https://systemsinnovation.io/courses/ Twitter: http://bit.ly/2JuNmXX LinkedIn: ht
Discover how impact craters can provide insight into the history of the solar system in this video from NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center. Scientists compare impact craters that have changed over time with fresh craters to determine how landforms have evolved. The Linne crater on the Moon is a pris
"Am I socially awkward?" Have you ever been labelled as awkward or snobbish, but in reality, you just feel tense around people? If so, you may be shy, not awkward. While it’s true that shyness and social awkwardness may have characteristics that overlap, but there are some key differences that set t
