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As part of their Cosmology series Space Time presents a video that explains the history of electromagnetic waves and the shifting and expanding wavelengths. It finishes by exploring cosmic microwave background radiation.
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Instructional Ideas
- Tune a radio to listen to the background static
- Review the electromagnetic spectrum to ensure pupils have a strong understanding before watching the video
Classroom Considerations
- Relies on prior knowledge of electromagnetic waves and visible light waves
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Includes closed captioning in English for visual learners
- Requires very little class time
Cons
- None