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Grüß Gott! Learn all about the origins of Oktoberfest—as well as when, where, and how to celebrate the Bavarian festival—with a fun holiday video.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use the video's final question about viewers' heritage as a discussion prompt or writing assignment
- Include in a unit on international holidays and festivals
Classroom Considerations
- Requires access to the Internet
- Users must create a free account to view state standards associated with the video
Pros
- Video's short length (1:28) makes it versatile for classroom use
- Does not address alcohol consumption that is associated with Oktoberfest, making the video classroom-friendly
Cons
- None