Instructional Video

I Don't Think You're Ready for These Jellies

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If a jellyfish is cut into two parts, each part can regenerate, creating two new organisms.This phenomenon and other interesting facts about jellyfish are explored in the Monterey Bay aquarium's exhibit on jellies and talks with the jellyfish aquarist about jellies' lives in the tank and in the bay. 

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CCSS: Adaptable
NGSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Video best fits in a unit on animal adaptations, biodiversity, or one on organisms found in the ocean
Classroom Considerations
  • Video finishes at 4:40; the rest of the time is spent on sponsorship and advertising for other related videos
  • YouTube comments are open to the public and may not be appropriate for schools
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Video uses high-quality images to increase engagement
  • Interesting facts and photos intrigues learners
Cons
  • None
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