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Fresh Water Scarcity: An Introduction to the Problem Instructional VideoFresh Water Scarcity: An Introduction to the Problem Instructional Video
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TED-Ed
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
3:39
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Direct Instruction
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Year
2013
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Fresh Water Scarcity: An Introduction to the Problem

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Freshwater is not as plentiful as one might think! Explore how limited this fundamental resource is, how it is being used, and how shortages can be addressed. When you are teaching upper-elementary or middle school earth scientists about water, make sure to include this video. It could also be used in a social studies class when considering the challenges that are common in third world countries.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Additional Tags

ess2.c, ls2.a, science

Pros

  • Deals with a vital topic
  • Unique animation
  • Ability to flip the video into a personalized lesson

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Common Core

RI.9-10.7 RST.9-10.9 RST.11-12.9

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