Instructional Video

13 Misconceptions About Global Warming

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With so much information floating around about global warming, how can we tell what's really going on? Examine the evidence through a video from Veritasium to sift through everything we hear. The narrator presents convincing data when faced with the voice of opposition ... also played by the narrator!

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CCSS: Adaptable
NGSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Cap off an ecology unit with the video to further squash any misconceptions students might have
  • Have pupils write down any other things they have heard about Earth's changing climate, then research the facts about them
Classroom Considerations
  • Be sure learners are familiar with common climate change terms and causes before watching the video
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Each misconception is numbered and immediately discussed
  • The amusing back-and-forth format of the video is entertaining and informational
Cons
  • None
Common Core
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