An engaging video explores plate tectonics, from the evidence to support the theory to their movement. The analysis of the location of worldwide earthquakes shows scholars where major tectonic plates meet. The instructor differentiates between continental and oceanic plates, showing examples of both. Lastly, pupils see how different types of boundaries form different features on Earth. 

Concepts

plate tectonics, fossils, the earth's crust

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Video best fits as introduction to plate tectonics, after teaching the layers of the Earth

Classroom Considerations

• Teacher needs a computer, access to the Internet, and a projection system
• Remember that YouTube comments are open to the public and may not be appropriate

Pros

• Uses high-quality images and diagrams
• Provides closed captioning to help with note taking

Cons

• None

Common Core

RST.9-10.4