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The Odds of Finding Life and Love

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Fermi's paradox explains why extraterrestrials have not contacted humans yet, and is the basis for Drake's equation explaining how many planets have intelligent life on them. The video uses Drake's equation to find out many people on this planet are a specific person's one true love. This is the final video in a series of 22.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Have students apply the formula to their lives and offer chocolate
  • Research Fermi's paradox
Classroom Considerations
  • Be aware of public comment sections and the possibility of inappropriate language
  • The final video in a series of 22
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • The notes section includes articles and links to sites to learn more
  • Video is great in either a traditional or a flipped classroom
Cons
  • None