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EDUCATION – Classcraft is Gamifying the Classroom for Greater Student Engagement

Classcraft is a platform that turns education into a gaming experience for students. Here are some videos providing more information. “In 2013, high school physics teacher Shawn Young was searching for a new way to help his students succeed. He created a basic online role-playing game that would drastically change his perspective on engagement in… Continue reading EDUCATION – Classcraft is Gamifying the Classroom for Greater Student Engagement

Is Violence an Effective Tool of Resistance and Protest?

Responding to Racism with Violence or Peaceful Protest Note: As of 1 Aug 2024, the video clip below was no longer available. Is Violence Ever Acceptable in the Face of Hate Groups? Richard Cohen, President of The Southern Poverty Law Center, and Mark Bray, Author, “Antifa: The Anti-Fascist Handbook” debate the tactics used by white… Continue reading Is Violence an Effective Tool of Resistance and Protest?

Solar Eclipse Video Feeds and Resources for 21 August 2017

Here are some video feeds and other resources for the 2017 solar eclipse as seen in the United States. Visit Eclipse2017.NASA.gov/safety to read more about eye safety during the eclipse. Safety “Be Smart: A Partial Eclipse Can Fry Your Naked Eyes,” NPR, 18 Aug 2017. “How To Tell If Watching The Eclipse Damaged Your Eyes,”… Continue reading Solar Eclipse Video Feeds and Resources for 21 August 2017

“A Dream Delivered” – Folds of Honor – Inspiring Advertising

Inspiring Advertising Businesses are repurposing their advertising and marketing budgets and instead spending that money to create inspiring advertising uplifting stories that help make the world a better place. The Budweiser commercial below is an example. For more, visit ResourcesForLife.com/Inspiring-Advertising.

Five Levels of Race Awareness

Having lived over half a century in America and with some experience traveling to other countries, I’ve observed what could be referred to as Five Levels of Race Awareness which can help provide a framework for understanding and discussing race issues. LEVEL 1 – Unaware In some communities there is a plentiful potpourri of diversity,… Continue reading Five Levels of Race Awareness

Resources for Combating Racism

One approach to combatting racism is to have violent clashes with white supremacists and Nazis at rallies. However, these street fights may result in an even more committed group of racists with few defectors. Below are some resources that provide an insight into alternative methods of combating racism through less violent means. These videos and links… Continue reading Resources for Combating Racism

Flashpoint Activism: The War on Terrorism and Ending Racism

Introduction In the aftermath of the Charlottesville tragedy, this article attempts to explore how people who dislike racism and hate can be more effective at eliminating those and other undesirable views. Samantha Bee posted a video (below) stating “Punching Nazis doesn’t help. But you can put that energy somewhere that does. Life After Hate is the… Continue reading Flashpoint Activism: The War on Terrorism and Ending Racism

“Invincible” by Laura Wright (Music Video)

Music Video Rugby player, swimmer, song writer, and vocalist Laura Wright sings “Invincible”, written by Laura Wright and John Haywood, accompanied by Marsha Skinns (violin), Katie Holt (cello) and A.J Moore (guitar), tenor backing vocals by Seamus Wright, Liam Wright and Patrick Wright, at Union Chapel, Islington, on Thursday 26th March 2015 as part of… Continue reading “Invincible” by Laura Wright (Music Video)

ResourcesForLife.com News 201707

ResourcesForLife.com – News 201707 | 31 July 2017 | Monday Dear Friend, I hope you’re doing well. Welcome to my monthly newsletter. Personal Update My Personal Update for July is now available. If we’re not already connected on Facebook, I invite you to Like my page and also visit my AboutGregJohnson.com website. Articles Since last month’s newsletter, during the month… Continue reading ResourcesForLife.com News 201707

Melissa McCarthy – Sean Spicer Press Conference (Videos)

Sean Spicer Press Conference (Melissa McCarthy) – SNL – 5 Feb 2017 White House press secretary Sean Spicer (Melissa McCarthy) and secretary of education nominee Betsy DeVos (Kate McKinnon) take questions from the press (Bobby Moynihan, Kristen Stewart, Cecily Strong, Vanessa Bayer, Alex Moffat, Mikey Day). Sean Spicer Press Conference Cold Open (Melissa McCarthy) –… Continue reading Melissa McCarthy – Sean Spicer Press Conference (Videos)