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Can we believe what we see in the movies? An installment of a physics video series explores the depiction of space in movies. Scholars learn about characteristics of planets by analyzing these videos.
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Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
- After the lesson, view the movie in class and keep track of realistic effects and those not so realistic
- Pair with additional referenced resources to study features on other planets
Classroom Considerations
- Consider monitoring YouTube comments if making the video available for independent viewing
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Includes links to actual satellite footage
- Uses references to movies that are of interest to most pupils
Cons
- None