Metacognition and speaking | Introduction | Part 1
In this video, I provide an overview of metacognition and discuss its role in speaking.
From playlist Metacognition
Teach Astronomy - Pseudoscience
http://www.teachastronomy.com/ A pseudoscience is something that pretends to be scientific but is not. Science follows a rigorous method which relies on the sharing of data, the basis in observations, and the fact that any scientist can assert something, but it has to be supported by evid
From playlist 01. Fundamentals of Science and Astronomy
The secret to overcoming shyness is to remember that others are, beneath the differences, always substantially the same as we are. If you like our films, take a look at our shop (we ship worldwide): https://goo.gl/cxa79A Join our mailing list: http://bit.ly/2e0TQNJ Or visit us in person
From playlist SELF
Yes. I make mistakes ... rarely. http://www.flippingphysics.com
From playlist Miscellaneous
Transference is a very useful word from psychoanalysis which describes the process whereby we react to situations in the present according to a pattern laid down in the past, usually in childhood. Getting to know our own particular transferences is part of becoming a sane adult. If you lik
From playlist RELATIONSHIPS
Why You Should Never Say "It's Just A Theory"
A portion of our culture distrusts the scientific method, assuming that there are transcendent truths unknowable by science. But nothing is truly out of bounds for science. If it's real, it can be studied, and tested. Perhaps the greatest misunderstanding our culture has about the scientif
From playlist Science for Common Folk
What the heck is a Multiverse?
The idea of a multiverse (short for multiple universes) can seem absurd. After all, the definition of universe means everything, so what does it mean to have multiple universes? In this video, Fermilab’s Dr. Don Lincoln lists a couple possible definitions for a multiverse. The reality in
From playlist Speculative Physics
Is It Better to Be Polite or Frank?
We live in an age that thinks highly of frankness and directness. But there are – nevertheless – a few reasons why politeness remains a hugely important quality. If you like our films, take a look at our shop (we ship worldwide): https://goo.gl/hMBQQs FURTHER READING “For most of hu
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Narcissism is the word we routinely use to describe someone self-satisfied and arrogant. But what do we really mean by the word – and are we applying it correctly? If you like our films, take a look at our shop (we ship worldwide): https://goo.gl/YfXSQO Join our mailing list: http://bit.ly
From playlist SELF
The Problem With Perfectionism
We aim for perfection without a correct idea of what perfection might demand from us. To strengthen our resolve, we need to improve our picture of what sacrifices any achievement will demand. If you like our films, take a look at our shop (we ship worldwide): https://goo.gl/p8kdj3 Join ou
From playlist SELF