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Photosynthesis: Blinded by the Light Instructional VideoPhotosynthesis: Blinded by the Light Instructional Video
Publisher
Smithsonian Institution
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Grade
K - Higher Ed
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
8:14
Audience
For Teacher Use
Instructional Strategy
Direct Instruction
Technology
Video
Internet Access
Accessibility
Closed Captions
Year
2015
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Photosynthesis: Blinded by the Light

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This Photosynthesis: Blinded by the Light instructional video also includes:
  • Introduction: Good Thinking!
  • Professional Development Discussion Guide
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Turn misconceptions into learning opportunities. A video PD lesson from the Good Thinking series reviews common misconceptions pupils develop when learning about photosynthesis. A professional development guide offers a format for creating a discussion with colleagues about effective teaching methods after watching the lesson.

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Concepts

photosynthesis, matter, energy

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Incorporate during a collaborative meeting before teaching the concept of photosynthesis
  • Have pupils view the lesson and hold a discussion about possible misconceptions

Classroom Considerations

  • Geared toward elementary instruction but adaptable to higher grade levels

Pros

  • Includes links to research that support the claims in the lesson
  • Emphasizes making connections between concepts

Cons

  • None

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