Is it physically possible to travel at the speed of light? A video in the Veritasium playlist discusses Einstein's Theory of Relativity. The narrator then challenges learners to consider the classic thought experiment: If you travel at the speed of light, will you see your reflection in a mirror? 

Concepts

the speed of light, reflections, mirrors

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Hold a class discussion to consider the thought experiment prior to showing the video
• Have pupils create metaphors to describe the difference of the speed of light compared to another moving object

Classroom Considerations

• Consider monitoring the YouTube comments if making the video available for independent viewing

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Incorporates actual scientific research
• Narrator uses humor to add interest to the lesson

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 RST.9-10.7 RST.11-12.7