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Ancient fossils have many stories to tell. Scientists must use different strategies to read these remnants. A video lesson explains how archeologists use different strategies to date each specimen. The timeline of a fossil helps identify the species as viewers watch the installment of a larger PBS Eons series on extinct species.
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Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
- Post the video on a class website to use as a resource during review
- Create a question document for learners to answer as they view the lesson
Classroom Considerations
- Best to use during a lesson on fossil dating
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Includes images to help explain dating procedures
- Narrator shows excitement for the topic, which holds viewers' attention
Cons
- None