What do Saturn's rings, electromagnetism, and the first color photograph all have in common? James Clerk Maxwell discovered them all! Learn about one of the founders of modern physics with a video biography of his academic discoveries enchants viewers.

Concepts

famous scientists, quantum physics, electromagnetism, saturn, light

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science

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Instructional Ideas

• Research one of Maxwell's discoveries in depth
• Discover the research that came before Maxwell that allowed him to succeed

Classroom Considerations

• Video best fits in a physics class
• The first in a 25-part series

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Includes closed captioning for note taking or differentiated support
• Fascinating look at history and science
• Highlights key words and concepts in vibrant colors

Cons

• None