The truth is, we still don't know the origin story of our solar system. Each theory has supporting and competing evidence, making it difficult for people to accept just one. The installment of a solar system series discusses a new theory that involves a wind-blown bubble surrounding a large star.

Concepts

the big bang theory, the solar system, supernovas

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Have learners continue to research the Bubble Origin theory and compare and contrast it with the Supernova theory
• Pair with additional videos from the series that focus on the objectives in your curriculum

Classroom Considerations

• The lesson has a large amount of vocabulary that may make it challenging for ELL/ELD pupils

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Provides an option for closed captioning to assist with note taking
• Includes mathematical information to support findings

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.6.2 SL.7.2 SL.8.2 SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 RST.6-8.7 RST.9-10.7 RST.11-12.7