Hi, what do you want to do?
Visual Learning Systems
Introduction to the Metric System: the Metric System
This program introduces students to the usefulness and fun of the metric system. The concept of measurement as related to the metric system kicks off the video, followed by examples of how the metric system is used in science. Through a...
Curated OER
Madlenka Plays in the World Cup
Madlenka plays soccer in this video. This could be used as a way to generate a discussion on the importance of exercise, or as a writing prompt. Teachers could use it as a way to practice story structure, retelling a story, or a variety...
Study Pug
Study Pug: Metric Systems
In this tutorial, you will see how to convert cm to m (centimeter to meter) and m to km (meter to kilometer). Thorough descriptions and examples are provided. Also includes a video lesson and practice problems. [2:06]
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Metric Standard Units of Measure (Si Units): Lesson 6
This lesson will introduce standard units of measure (meters, grams, liters) and the physical properties they represent. It is 6 of 6 in the series titled "Metric Standard Units of Measure (SI Units)."
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Metric System Measurements: Lesson 1
This lesson will introduce the metric system, and provide practice making measurements using the metric system. It is 1 of 4 in the series titled "Metric System Measurements."
Math Mammoth
Math Mammoth: Common Metric Units of Length: Km, M, Cm, and Mm
Discusses the standard metric units used for length, how to choose which one to use, and how to convert between units. Two word problems are also presented. [7:54]
Math Playground
Math Playground: Can You Explain the Metric System?
This video explains the metric system by defining the units of measure and how they relate to each other.
Math Mammoth
Math Mammoth: Metric Units of Length (From Millimeter to Kilometer)
Presents a chart showing metric units used to measure length, from millimeters to kilometers. Includes unit conversion problems and word problems. [8:27]
Math Antics
Math Antics: Intro to the Metric System
Gain a basic understanding of the metric system by watching this easy to understand video tutorial. Additional resources are available as part of a paid subscription service. [10:50]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: '3 Standard Stoppages,' Marcel Duchamp
In this video [2:28] you will learn how the French artist Marcel Duchamp re-conceived a standard unit of measure, the meter.