2024 World of 8 Billion Winners – The inspiration behind their videos.
Congratulations to the 2024 World of 8 Billion winners! During their interviews, this year’s 18 winners shared why they chose…
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New Definition of Social Studies Adds a Global Focus
In late 2023, social studies got a glow up. The National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS), the leader in…
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Developing Essential Research Skills
Research skills are imperative for creating a standout video, so we’ve put together this helpful guide full of tips on…
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Mastering the Art of Video Storytelling: Examples, Techniques, and Production Tips
Telling a compelling story is no easy task when you only have sixty seconds to share your ideas. What are…
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New Video Upload Option for Teachers!
This year we’ve introduced a new system for uploading and submitting videos to our World of 8 billion student video…
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How to Use the Generating Your Own Subtopic Guide
Coming up with your own subtopic for one of our three global topics can be intimidating if you don’t know…
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Climate Migration: An Introduction to This Year’s Global Topic
As the planet undergoes rapid changes due to climate change, one of the significant consequences is climate migration. Climate migration…
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Health: An Introduction to this Year’s Global Topic
According to the World Health Organization, health goes beyond the absence of disease and encompasses physical, mental, and social wellness….
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Invasive Species: An Introduction to this Year’s Global Topic
An invasive species is a non-native species that causes harm to an ecosystem. Any kind of living organism can be…
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