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This Are Naked Mole Rats the Strangest Mammals? instructional video also includes:
Imagine a mammal with the metabolism of a plant! This strange mammal appears cold-blooded like a reptile and demonstrates the social life of an insect. A short video examines learning the incredible adaptations of the naked mole rat.
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CCSS:
Adaptable
Concepts
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Instructional Ideas
- Use a KWL chart to determine what pupils know about the mole rat
- Discuss the possible applications for humans of surviving in low oxygen
Classroom Considerations
- Assumes prior knowledge of the general traits of living things
Pros
- Requires very little class time
- Provides closed captioning for the hearing impaired
- Connects science to a cartoon character
Cons
- None