Instructional Video

What Captain America Can Teach Us About Science

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Do you know what Captain America's shield and the Ford F-150 have in common? The video focuses on the commonalities between super heroes and real-life scientists. It includes how they both inspire each other. 

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Instructional Ideas
  • Have students write about one super hero, the type of scientist they are, and why
  • Encourage learners to bring in comic books to share with the class
  • Ask the librarian to have a display of comic books available
  • Show a clip of a Captain America film in class
Classroom Considerations
  • Prior knowledge of Captain America's shield is helpful, but it is not required
  • The first video in a series of 11
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • The video is short and helps connect students to a materials scientist
  • Engaging for science enthusiasts and comic book fans alike
Cons
  • None