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It's one of those questions that seems simple, but is it? Watch as an interviewer asks people how long it takes for the Earth to go around the sun — and their surprising responses. The video provides a humorous look at a basic earth science concept.
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Instructional Ideas
- Pose the question to the class and watch for pauses, puzzlement, and (hopefully) no wrong answers
- Incorporate the resource into a solar system unit as an icebreaker
Classroom Considerations
- Ensure younger learners know the correct answer before watching the video to guard against misconceptions
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Video illustrates how common knowledge tends to become less common after we leave school behind
- The reasoning behind the answers can provide cues to help you diagnose gaps in learning
Cons
- None