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What Is the Internet of Things? Instructional VideoWhat Is the Internet of Things? Instructional Video
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TED-Ed
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Grade
6th - 12th
Subjects
STEM
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Resource Type
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Media Length
3:39
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Direct Instruction
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Year
2015
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What Is the Internet of Things?

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High schoolers today take it for granted that their computers, cell phones, cars, game systems, and other electronics send them alerts and talk to each other. Teach them more about the Internet of Things with an explanatory video that focuses on the example of a repair alert in a car.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

the internet, data, technology resources

Instructional Ideas

  • Show the video during a computer science class when discussing real-world computer applications
  • Use as the prompt for a research project that focuses on computer science for consumer products

Classroom Considerations

  • Provide a brief explanation of the term the Internet of things before showing the video
  • Narration moves through a complex explanation quickly; consider pausing periodically to allow for questions

Pros

  • Applicable to viewers' daily lives
  • Comes with a brief comprehension check at the end of the video

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RST.9-10.2 RST.11-12.2

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