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Dynamic Learning: Metacognition

ShortCutsTV

Over 30 years of educational research has shown that metacognition – an awareness of how we think – helps students take more control over their learning, improve their grades and become more independent and confident learners.

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Tracing Ancient Steps: 90,000-Year-Old Footprints Unearthed on Moroccan Shore

Anthropology.net

Humanity's ancient journey leaves imprints in unexpected places. In a serendipitous coastal exploration, researchers discovered a treasure of pristine footprints on a Moroccan beach, shedding light on a multigenerational group of Homo sapiens that walked the sandy shores approximately 90,000 years ago. Researchers discovered 85 footprints made by humans thousands of years ago at a beach in Morocco.

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The Zone of Interest

Living Geography

Went to see this today and it is a serious piece of cinema. It is compelling from the minute the film starts with outstanding sound design, music and editing. It is about the Commandant of Auschwitz who was in charge as a million Jews were murdered. The film watches the quotidian routines of the Höss family, whose house and extensive garden is right outside the camp.

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Unraveling the Past: Ancient Ivory Baton Reveals Surprising Purpose in Rope-Making

Anthropology.net

In a remarkable revelation, researchers from the University of Tübingen challenge the conventional view of an ancient ivory baton discovered in Germany's Hohle Fels cave. Previously believed to be a mere work of art, this 37,000-year-old artifact now emerges as a sophisticated tool for crafting rope. Published in Science Advances 1 , the study by Nicholas Conard and Veerle Rots presents a groundbreaking experiment involving a meticulously crafted replica. 1 / 1Ivory perforated baton from Ho

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Halal lab grown meat

O-Level Geography

It will be permissible for Muslims to eat lab-cultivated meat based on a decision by the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore. How will this help to increase food resilience and help in mitigating climate change? [link] How well will lab grown meat be received as an alternative for protein compared to plant-based protein? Likewise Malaysia is embarking on lab grown meat starting with seafood.

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Teaching the Seeds of Violence in Palestine-Israel — A New Lesson

Zinn Education Project

“With its unceasing bombardment of our homes and neighborhoods,” writes Gaza-based journalist Afaf Al Najjar in The Nation , “Israel has transformed Gaza into a slaughterhouse. And with its continuous targeting of hospitals, bakeries, water wells, solar panels, and markets, Israel is depriving us of all the necessities of life.” The unrelenting violence there is a crime against humanity.

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Long island Singapore

O-Level Geography

With extreme rainfall and sea levels rise projected to intensify by the end of this century, these plans have evolved to now include measures that can combat the impacts of climate change and much more. How can the building of the long island help Singapore adapt to climate change? Check out more on the Long island and how it can help us adapt to climate change. source: [link] What are the trade offs from the project?

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