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Don't get sedimental when you learn the history of geology. The video focuses on James Hutton who, in the 1700s, came up with a theory based on rock layers. Without using any modern dating tools, he was able to theorize the earth was much older than the 6,000 years believed at the time.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use the series of videos at the beginning of class or during a transition to introduce famous scientists
- Share photos of Hutton's Unconformity
Classroom Considerations
- YouTube comments are open to the public and include phrases that are not appropriate for school
- Video is the second in a series of 25
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Includes closed captioning for better note taking
- Connects history, geography, and science
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- None