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Ever wonder why you have that weird recurring dream? A short video explores Sigmund Freud's famous text The Interpretation of Dreams and discusses the ways everyday images and memories can impact one's dreams.
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Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
- Use in a psychology class when discussing the conscious and subconscious minds
- Include as an introduction to a lesson on Freud and dreams
- Compare the video's depiction of Freud's book to the text itself, or to another secondary source that discusses the interpretation of dreams
- Have learners work on interpreting each others' dreams, focusing on the images and symbols their peers describe
Classroom Considerations
- Starts with a short advertisement that you can skip
- Refer to the publisher's website to find the full analysis
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Uses a clear and concise example to illustrate Freud's point
- Includes vivid animation to keep learners engaged
Cons
- None