Instructional Video

Talent vs Training

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To what degree is athletic talent natural versus trained? What role do genetics play in an individual's athletic potential? Invite your young learners to consider these questions and discover the science behind athletic improvement and its relationship to our genetic makeup. Leave your class with the valuable understanding that while talent is trainable under certain circumstances, you'll never know until you try!

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CCSS: Adaptable
Classroom Considerations
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Illustrates process and results of a scientific study
  • Interesting lesson that will engage learners
Cons
  • You may wish to pause the video throughout to check for understanding or explain concepts more fully, as information is delivered very quickly
  • Does not go into great depth regarding scientific principles
Common Core