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This Will There Ever Be a Mile-High Skyscraper? instructional video also includes:
It seems like skyscrapers are getting taller and taller these days. An interesting video explains the challenges of constructing tall skyscrapers. It uses several examples of existing buildings to show how engineers overcome these difficulties to change skylines in cities across the country.
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Concepts
Instructional Ideas
- Have groups research Jeddah Tower and other planned skyscrapers
Classroom Considerations
- Requires a TED-Ed account to customize the lesson
- Familiarity with physics concepts, such as friction and gravity, is beneficial
Pros
- Provides multiple-choice and open-answer questions to assess comprehension of the material
- Graphics and animations aid in understanding
Cons
- None