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More than 50 years after the Higgs Boson was predicted, scientists discovered it. The video shares the excitement of this monumental discovery, often compared to the discovery of the electron. It explains the hesitation with the initial announcement and the importance of the discovery.
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Instructional Ideas
- Research the theory of multiple Higgs Bosons
- Create a timeline for when the Higgs Boson was proposed and the steps to prove its existence
Classroom Considerations
- Remember the comments are open to the public and often contain material that may not be appropriate for display in the classroom
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Contains cross-curricular connections to math
- Engaging and short video easily holds viewers' attention
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