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Your class will never believe that their gold jewelry originated in outer space, but it's true! Learn about the way Earth's gold supply originated in a supernova and became integrated with our planet's terrain with a short, informative video.
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Instructional Ideas
- Bring into a chemistry class when discussing atmospheric elements, or to a social studies class before a lesson on the Gold Rush of 1849
- Have class members watch the video a few times, noting different parts with each viewing (structure first, preliminary facts, details, etc)
- Use the assessment as guiding questions for viewing
Classroom Considerations
- Assessment requires registration to the website
- It's difficult to return to the video once you reach the assessment
Pros
- Fun and educational at the same time; a great resource for learners of any level
- Video moves quickly and is structured in a straightforward format
- Includes an assessment after viewing, as well as an accompanying reading passage
Cons
- None