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Weekly videos for stronger classroom connections.
Mission of the project
Mission of the project
The mission of the 20-Minute Advisory project is to foster stronger classroom connections by promoting collective reflection, thoughtful discussion, and shared storytelling. Through curated weekly videos, we aim to inspire students, stimulate intellectual curiosity, and cultivate a supportive and engaged classroom community.
Week 1: "I will be a hummingbird" - Wangari Maathai (2 minutes)
Week 1: "I will be a hummingbird" - Wangari Maathai (2 minutes)
Wangari Maathai tells a story of a hummingbird making a difference, inspiring viewers to take action despite the odds.
Wangari Maathai tells a story of a hummingbird making a difference, inspiring viewers to take action despite the odds.
Reflection:
Reflection:
Why do you think the hummingbird kept trying to put out the fire, even when others said it was futile?
Can you think of a situation where you felt like a hummingbird, doing your best even when the task seemed too big?
Can you empathize with the other animals who were overwhelmed by the fire and didn't help? Why do you think they might have felt that way, and what could possibly inspire them to act despite their fear?
Week 2: How to Start a Movement (6 minutes)
Week 2: How to Start a Movement (6 minutes)
This TED talk explores how movements really get started.
This TED talk explores how movements really get started.
Reflection:
Reflection:
What do you think was the most important factor that turned the initial individual into a movement according to Derek Sivers' analysis?
Can you think of a time in your life or a historical example where you've seen the principles from this video in action?
Why do you think people hesitate to be the first follower in a movement, and what can be done to overcome this hesitancy?
Week 3: The Power of Words
Week 3: The Power of Words
This video illustrates how changing our words can change our perspective.
This video illustrates how changing our words can change our perspective.
Reflection:
Reflection:
How does the video demonstrate the impact of word choice on the way we perceive a situation?
Can you recall a time when changing your words or the way you framed a situation led to a different outcome? What happened?
How can we become more conscious and intentional about the words we use in our daily interactions? How might this affect our relationships and conversations?
Week 4: Why Do We Fall
Week 4: Why Do We Fall
A compilation of motivational speeches and scenes from various films.
A compilation of motivational speeches and scenes from various films.
Reflection:
Reflection:
Why do you think falling or failing is often seen as a negative experience, and how does this video challenge that perception?
Share an instance where a setback or "fall" in your life led to growth or learning. How did that experience change your view on failure?
The video emphasizes the importance of getting back up after we fall. What strategies or methods can you use to motivate yourself or others to get back up after a setback or failure?
Week 4: Why Do We Fall
Week 4: Why Do We Fall
A compilation of motivational speeches and scenes from various films.
A compilation of motivational speeches and scenes from various films.
Reflection:
Reflection:
Why do you think falling or failing is often seen as a negative experience, and how does this video challenge that perception?
Share an instance where a setback or "fall" in your life led to growth or learning. How did that experience change your view on failure?
The video emphasizes the importance of getting back up after we fall. What strategies or methods can you use to motivate yourself or others to get back up after a setback or failure?
Week 4: Why Do We Fall
Week 4: Why Do We Fall
A compilation of motivational speeches and scenes from various films.
A compilation of motivational speeches and scenes from various films.
Reflection:
Reflection:
Why do you think falling or failing is often seen as a negative experience, and how does this video challenge that perception?
Share an instance where a setback or "fall" in your life led to growth or learning. How did that experience change your view on failure?
The video emphasizes the importance of getting back up after we fall. What strategies or methods can you use to motivate yourself or others to get back up after a setback or failure?
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