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Evidence for Evolution Instructional VideoEvidence for Evolution Instructional Video
Publisher
Teacher's Pet
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
5:26
Audiences
For Teacher Use
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Duration
10 mins
Instructional Strategies
Direct Instruction
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Year
2015
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Evidence for Evolution

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Just over 1/3 of Americans reject evolution, insisting all living things have existed in their present form for all of time. The video offers multiple types of support for evolution. It discusses the evidence from fossils, anatomy, embryology, and biochemical DNA.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

evolution, fossils, anatomy, embryology, biochemistry

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Find arguments against evolution and prove them wrong scientifically
  • Teach how to debate respectfully before discussing the video

Classroom Considerations

  • Avoid the comment section as it is open to the public
  • This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

  • Simple diagrams enhance the concepts
  • Sticks to science and does not mention any religious beliefs

Cons

  • Includes two examples that the video states are incorrect as a type of example

Common Core

RST.9-10.4 RST.11-12.4

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