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Globalisation necessitates cultural exchange, leading to both societal unity and division. This video examines the benefits of globalisation, such as solidarity on global issues, and its drawbacks, such as the impact of nationalism and xenophobia on refugees. Featuring commentary from academics and experts in industry and not-for-profit, this is highly recommended for Geography and History classrooms, and a valuable resource for Civics and Social Studies students. Show Less

Economic globalisation is strongly tied to the ideology of neoliberalism. This video guides viewers through the economic history of globalisation, from the downfall of communism and the rise of the free market following the Cold War, to the 2008 global financial crisis. Featuring commentary from academics and experts in industry and not-for-profit, this is highly recommended for Geography and History classrooms, and a valuable resource for Economics and Business students. Show Less

At the heart of political globalisation is the idea of cooperation and consensus between nations. This video takes viewers through the political history of globalisation, from the formation of global institutions following World War II, to the resurgence of nationalism. Featuring commentary from academics and experts in industry and not-for-profit, this is highly recommended for Geography and History classrooms, and a valuable resource for Civics and Politics students. Show Less

Our world is increasingly interconnected, from politics, to economics, to society and culture. This video gives an overview of what globalisation is and the factors driving its rapid speed, explaining how it can create both opportunities and problems on a global scale. Featuring commentary from academics and experts in industry and not-for-profit, this is highly recommended for Geography and History classrooms, and a valuable resource for Civics students. Show Less

For many young people, witnessing the effects of the climate crisis firsthand has inspired them to step up and take action. This video spotlights Ruby Bron, a young climate activist from Australia who grew up in the Blue Mountains region. This powerful and important video is essential viewing for all global citizens, and particularly for students concerned about our planet and its future. Show Less

For many young people, witnessing the effects of the climate crisis firsthand has inspired them to step up and take action. This video spotlights Xiye Bastida, a youth climate activist born and raised in Mexico and now based in New York City. This powerful and important video is essential viewing for all global citizens, and particularly for students concerned about our planet and its future. Show Less

For many young people, witnessing the effects of the climate crisis firsthand has inspired them to step up and take action. This video spotlights Ridhima Pandey, a young climate activist from northern India. This powerful and important video is essential viewing for all global citizens, and particularly for students concerned about our planet and its future. Show Less

For many young people, witnessing the effects of the climate crisis firsthand has inspired them to step up and take action. This video spotlights John Paul Jose, a young climate activist from an agricultural family in India. This powerful and important video is essential viewing for all global citizens, and particularly for students concerned about our planet and its future. Show Less

For many young people, witnessing the effects of the climate crisis firsthand has inspired them to step up and take action. This video spotlights Mitzi Jonelle Tan, a young climate activist from the Philippines, a country that experiences regular typhoons. This powerful and important video is essential viewing for all global citizens, and particularly for students concerned about our planet and its future. Show Less

For many young people, witnessing the effects of the climate crisis firsthand has inspired them to step up and take action. This video spotlights Dylan Hamilton, a young climate activist from Scotland, a country which many would not expect to be suffering from the warming effects of climate change. This powerful and important video is essential viewing for all global citizens, and particularly for students concerned about our planet and its future. Show Less

For many young people, witnessing the effects of the climate crisis firsthand has inspired them to step up and take action. This video spotlights Nyombi Morris, a young climate activist from Uganda, a country particularly vulnerable to climate change. This powerful and important video is essential viewing for all global citizens, and particularly for students concerned about our planet and its future. Show Less

Environmental awareness and activism has existed for many decades, with the first Earth Day taking place in 1970. However, for many young people, witnessing the effects of the climate crisis firsthand has inspired them to step up and take action. Featuring commentary from young climate justice activists across the world, this powerful and important video is essential viewing for all global citizens. Show Less

Filmed in the Amazon and Borneo, this resource illustrates and explains the key environmental and land use changes occurring in tropical rainforests and explores the effect they're having on the carbon ad hydrological cycles. We accompany scientists up flux towers as they monitor CO2 emissions and find out why they're digging soil pits to examine decomposition rates. A fantastic case study to deepen students' understanding of carbon and water cycles. Show Less

With stunning footage shot in the Canadian tundra, this title identifies and explores the physical and human factors, including climate change, that affect carbon and water cycles in the tundra We see the research and monitoring techniques scientists are using to identify and record these changes and look at the reasons this data is gathered. The resource shows how these same techniques can be used by students as part of their own fieldwork investigations. Show Less

Yahya's family has been forced off their land on the fringes of the Sahara, because of desertification. Through his story, this title considers the impacts of desertification and its causes, including: climate change, population pressure, over abstraction of water, overgrazing and salinisation. It then considers a range of responses including tree planting, the use of appropriate technology and the introduction of sustainable water and soil management strategies. Show Less

This excellent resource examines the current issues surrounding an ageing population in the UK, using East Devon as a case study. It illustrates the causes, impacts and management of the UK's ageing population and changing dependency ration. It shows how governments, NGOs and individuals are meeting the challenges at a national and local level. It then explores the strain on healthcare, transport, housing, the pensions time bomb and the growing crisis of care. Show Less

Using Morocco's Sahara Desert as a case study, this title considers the challenges of hot desert environments, including extreme temperatures, lack kof water and inaccessibility. It then looks at the opportunities deserts can offer if these challenges can be overcome. Show Less

Using Mumbai as a case study this title explores the reasons for rapid urbanisation in LICs/NEEs and the emergence of megacities. It looks at the location and importance of Mumbai, nationally, regionally and internationally and considers the causes of urban growth, from both natural increase and rural to urban migration. It then goes on to illustrate the challenges, opportunities and inequalities found within a megacity. Show Less

Waste management and traffic congestion are two of the biggest environmental issues facing Mumbai. This title looks at the challenges facing Mumbai's urban planners as they struggle to manage this megacity's rapid growth. It then explores the steps being taken to improve the city's waste management and asks can a new Metro system be the answer to the city’s traffic problems? Show Less

The challenge for Mumbai's planners is to improve the conditions for the urban poor while at the same time making sure social communities in the slums are protected. This programme evaluates the pros and cons of different strategies used in this megacity to improve the lives of its sum dwellers including; incremental housing improvements, re-settlement and redevelopment. Show Less

Shanghai is the richest, largest and most populous megacity in China and a global centre for trade, finance and industry. This informative video explores the past, present and future of the Shanghai municipality, examining its geography, population and demographic history, economy and employment sectors, housing and liveability, and infrastructure and services. An ideal case study for students of Geography. Show Less

This Miniclip defines climate change and explains the greenhouse effect and the role of greenhouse gases in our atmosphere. While it explores the consequences of climate change on our environment – such as rising sea levels, more frequent extreme weather, and damage to our ecosystems – it also suggests both big and little changes that we can make to protect our Earth. Show Less