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How to Read a Graduated Cylinder Instructional VideoHow to Read a Graduated Cylinder Instructional Video
Publisher
JFR Science
Resource Details
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Grade
6th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
1:58
Audiences
For Teacher Use
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Duration
10 mins
Instructional Strategies
Direct Instruction
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Technology
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Year
2013
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Instructional Video

How to Read a Graduated Cylinder

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As part of the JFR Science series, an insightful video explains how to read a graduated cylinder. It offers the three key things to remember each time.

6 Views 2 Downloads
CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

graduated cylinders, measuring liquids, meniscus

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Share this video before having young scientists read a graduated cylinder
  • Set up various sizes of graduated cylinders and have pupils write down how much is in each and discuss any variations between measurements

Classroom Considerations

  • Assumes prior knowledge of milliliters, but it is not required
  • This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

  • Requires very little class time
  • Lets learners immediately apply new knowledge

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RST.6-8.3 RST.6-8.4 RST.9-10.3 RST.9-10.4 RST.11-12.3 RST.11-12.4

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