Instructional Video

Burj Khalifa—How to Build Higher

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How do you build the world's tallest building? Young engineers watch a video to learn about the factors individuals must consider when designing a tall building. They see how dampeners work to mitigate how much a building sways using the Burj Khalifa in Dubai as an example.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Have pupils investigate other tall buildings as a research project
  • Collaborate with a physics teacher or an architect to create a lesson based on the Real Engineering video
Classroom Considerations
  • It is helpful if learners have an understanding of basic physics concepts
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Animations and graphics help illustrate concepts
  • Explanations are thorough and easy to follow
Cons
  • None