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Video: Growing Up in A Romanian Orphanage

Joseph Sparks

23rd January 2017

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The BBC has published a short video depicting the story of Izidor Ruckel, who was one of thousands of children found living in terrible conditions in Romanian orphanages, after the collapse of the Communist government.

AQA Specification Link: This clip would make a perfect introduction to Romanian Orphan studies and the effects of institutionalisation.
Video: Growing Up in A Romanian Orphanage

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Joseph Sparks

Joseph is a Subject Advisor for Psychology at tutor2u. He is an experienced Psychology & Music Teacher, Writer, Examiner and Presenter. He is currently completing a Professional Doctorate in Education and is passionate about the impact of technology on teaching and learning.

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