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How do bodies digest all of the parts of a hamburger? An interesting video follows a hamburger through the digestive system, showing the pathway of digestion and explaining how each of the components of a hamburger—the bun, the meat, and the cheese—break down within the digestive system. It also introduces scholars to important structures and enzymes in the process of digestion.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use as a review of the digestive system
- Assign as an introduction in a flipped classroom assignment, then have learners break down something they ate for dinner before coming to class the next day
Classroom Considerations
- General biology background knowledge would be helpful for understanding
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Narrator is engaging and funny
- Real-life application makes the video more intriguing
Cons
- None