CBC Books The First Page: Jennifer Chen New
Jennifer Chen reads the first page from her debut YA novel, Super, and talks about the importance of not only finding a great hook, but building on the intrigue of the hook. Download the First Page teacher guide for discussion questions on Jennifer's novel, key concepts to writing a compelling first page and more.
- 2018
- 00:04:39
- 9-12
- Added on: 10/19/2018
News in Review - October 2018 Vision Zero: Making City Roads Safer New
City roads are designed for vehicles. But the modern cultural push for pedestrian-friendly cities and increased bike paths means there’s a war raging on the streets. Unfortunately, pedestrian and bicycle fatalities are on the rise. In an effort to combat this, many cities have adopted a road safety program called Vision Zero. Launched in Sweden, this program helps marry pedestrians, ...
- 2018
- 00:15:59
- 13-14
- Added on: 10/17/2018
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News in Review - October 2018 Safeguarding Social Media: Facebook's Challenge New
Facebook has been the shooting star of social media platforms. Nothing could stop its meteoric rise as two billion users signed up to communicate and share online. But recent scandals from fake news to extremist content have plagued the firm and users are losing trust. If the firm cannot secure personal information and stop hackers, how can users feel safe? ...
- 2018
- 00:14:59
- 13-14
- Added on: 10/16/2018
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The National Canadian startup uses AI to reduce job interview bias New
A Canadian startup is using artificial intelligence to try to reduce bias in the hiring process. CBC News visited Knockri's headquarters to find out more about the promises its technology makes and the challenges it faces.
- 2018
- 00:05:54
- 13-14
- Added on: 10/15/2018
The National Scientists concerned Alzheimer's research will fail New
A series of failed drug trials have experts fearing they may be back to square one when it comes to treating the disease.
- 2018
- 00:06:25
- 13-14
- Added on: 10/15/2018
The National Rising sea levels will put U.S. homes at risk in near future New
The Union of Concerned Scientists says more than 310,000 existing homes are projected to be at risk of flooding every two weeks by 2045. The National visited one coastal community to see how it's dealing with the problem.
- 2018
- 00:04:56
- 13-14
- Added on: 10/15/2018
On the Money What a yarn New
CBC's Aaron Saltzman on Canadian knitters detained at the U.S. border amid a visa confusion.
- 2018
- 00:05:16
- 13-14
- Added on: 10/15/2018
The National Parents prepare to protect kids from pot New
Health Canada is outlining the potential risks and providing advice to parents looking to talk to their children about marijuana use.
- 2018
- 00:03:14
- 13-14
- Added on: 10/15/2018
The National Experimental no longer: How immunotherapy is changing cancer treatment New
Immunotherapy boosts the immune system or helps the immune system to find cancer and attack it.
- 2018
- 00:06:00
- 13-14
- Added on: 10/15/2018
The National From resistance to resignation in Hong Kong New
Hong Kong’s resistance movement is quieter than it was four years ago, but CBC’s Saša Petricic spoke to some of the people taking the risk to fight for democracy.
- 2018
- 00:05:03
- 13-14
- Added on: 10/15/2018
