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The narrator of this short video breaks down synapses and how they work in video number 10 in a series of 47 about the human body. It specifically focuses on electrical and chemical synapses and how they work, and ends by exploring cocaine and its effects on the electrochemical system in the body.
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CCSS:
Adaptable
Concepts
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Instructional Ideas
- Video contains an extensive amount of information in a short amount of time; teachers will want to preview the video, write questions, or determine places to pause and facilitate discussions
Classroom Considerations
- Due to the speed at which the narrator speaks, turn on closed captioning to help all learners understand and follow the concepts being taught
- Video best fits with higher level biology or anatomy classes
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Closed captioning can be seen in six different languages
- Video highlights terms, quotes, and definitions by showing them not just allowing pupils to hear them; this hits at more learning styles to allow for greater understanding
Cons
- None