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Are you afraid of holes? Believe it or not, some people are! An interesting video explores the science behind trypophobia, or the fear of small holes. Viewers learn about the scientific difference between fear and disgust and identify examples of each.
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CCSS:
Adaptable
NGSS:
Adaptable
Concepts
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Instructional Ideas
- Show the video to gain student interest in the topic of human adaptations
- Use to initiate a discussion of human behavior
- View as an introduction of how human behavior can be innate or learned
Classroom Considerations
- Some may find the content disturbing
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Narrator is humorous and interesting
- Offers a good way to engage students in discussion
Cons
- None