In this video, the teacher discusses nine letters that have been lost from the English alphabet over time. The video provides interesting insights into the history of the English language and invites viewers to share their thoughts on...

Literary elements are the technical components in all narrative stories. They are the universal and essential elements of all narrative fiction. And all are integral to creating the basic structure of a story in an engaging, compelling,...

A hook is a sentence or group of sentences that will capture or “hook” your reader’s interest and lure him or her to keep reading. The hook, also called the lead, will set the tone and mood for your essay and establish A hook can be a...

In this video, the speaker shares some simple tricks to help English speakers understand German words without prior knowledge of the language. By swapping certain letters and sounds, such as D for TH and T for D, similarities between...

In this video, the speaker explores the presence of silent letters in English words, specifically focusing on the silent K and H. The historical origins of these silent letters are explained, tracing back to Old English pronunciation.

In this video, the speaker explores the fascinating world of "ghost words" - words that made it into dictionaries but were never actually used. They discuss the origins and stories behind these ghost words, from Samuel Johnson's mistaken...

Hey Signers! This is video 1 of 2 covering school signs. In this video specifically we're coving class signs. If you want to be an A+ student, but sure to subscribe to our channel to keep up with all things ASL

In this video, the host explores the concept of "Anglish," a version of the English language stripped of foreign borrowings from Latin, French, and Greek. He discusses the history of English and how the influx of foreign words has shaped...

In this video, we'll discuss the differences between American Sign Language (ASL) and simultaneous communication (SimCom). While ASL is a "language" with its own unique grammar and rules, SimCom is a "method" of communication that...

In this video, the origins of our alphabet are explored, revealing the fascinating stories behind each letter. From Egyptian hieroglyphs to the Roman and Latin alphabet, the evolution of the letters is traced through various civilizations.

In this video, the presenter explores the fascinating world of palindromes, words or phrases that read the same forwards and backwards. From the longest palindromic word in English to ancient examples found in Pompeii, the video...

In this video, we explore the origins of the names of the months and their meanings. From January, named after the Roman God Janice, to December, known as after Yule or after a yaola in Old English, we uncover the fascinating history...

This video provides an engaging and informative explanation of the historical usage of "thou", "thee", "thy", and "ye" in the English language. It explores how these words were used in early modern English and their relationship to...

Multiple choice test items are found in most standardized tests and multiple choice items can be quite difficult because they are constructed in such a manner that all choices will seem plausible, reasonable, or probable. And there’s a...

In this video, the speaker explores the origins of the name "Turkey" for the bird native to North America. They explain that the name originated from a misidentification of the bird by Europeans who imported a different bird called the...

In this video, the speaker discusses the concept of gender in language and how it applies to English. The video provides interesting insights into the evolution of language and the influence of external factors on linguistic development.

In this video, the speaker explores the fascinating history behind the words we use for large numbers. From the origins of the word "hundred" to the transition from "milliard" to "billion," viewers will learn about the linguistic...

In this video, the teacher explores the etymology of traditional trades and professions. They discuss the origins of words like butcher, baker, candlestick maker, cobbler, carpenter, and blacksmith. The teacher also introduces the...

In this video transcript, Peter Sokolowski, a lexicographer from Merriam-Webster, discusses the process of writing a dictionary and the impact of the internet and artificial intelligence on lexicography. He addresses questions about...

The video provides a detailed exploration of the life of Sir William Wallace, separating fact from fiction and delving into his role in the Scottish fight for independence. It discusses key events, battles, and alliances that shaped...

Multiple-choice questions can be tricky because they test your ability to think critically. There are strategies, however, to increase your chances of finding the best answer when taking multiple-choice tests. In this lesson, you'll...

In this lesson, you will learn about the zero, first, second, and third conditionals. You will also learn about mixed conditionals and inverted, or reduced, conditionals. You'll also learn how the subjunctive mood is triggered by the...

There are times when it is better to use past tense when talking about the present or the future. This video outlines 4 situations past tense might be preferred.

Learn ASL sentence structure with this lesson on Topic Comment. American Sign Language Grammar is just as important as the vocabulary. This lesson is a great start in understanding how to take the signs and words you know and put them in...