Scientists use SI units as a common language. Expose learners to the basic measures and prefixes with a video lesson. The instructor presents these concepts as well as introduces density calculations as a way to combine units.

Concepts

standard units of measurement, density

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Have pupils record the prefixes on a notecard for easy reference
• Follow the video with conversion practice

Classroom Considerations

• Monitor the YouTube comments if making the video available for independent viewing
• To avoid the comment section, embed the video in a class website if assigning for out-of-class viewing

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Shows an example of different measurements such as mass, length, and volume
• Connects concepts to familiar information

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 RST.9-10.7 RST.11-12.7