Instructional Video

Water Cycle and Watersheds: Ways of Watersheds | UNC-TV Science

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Take a field trip with water as it moves on and below Earth's surface. Investigators discover the link between water and land in the water cycle and the importance of watersheds while viewing an animated video. Scholars test their knowledge by completing a multiple choice activity after the video. 

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Instructional Ideas
  • Ask participants to complete a KWL chart about the water cycle and watersheds
  • Have scientists locate their local watersheds on a map  
Classroom Considerations
  • Organize the learning space to meet individual viewing needs
  • Video assumes knowledge of the water cycle, review the stages as needed
Pros
  • Labeled animations make activity great for visual learners
  • Uses easy-to-follow language 
Cons
  • None
NGSS