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Did you know that Earth is one of three planets that experiences auroras? A video explains what happens when the magnetic sun throws giant balls of plasma at the earth. It includes both the beauty and the damage an aurora can cause.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have students create a collage of photos from auroras
- Research how often coronal mass ejections occur
Classroom Considerations
- Be aware the comment section is open to the public and may contain inappropriate content
- The 21st video in a series of 22
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Notes include articles and videos for lesson extension ideas
- Great resource for a traditional or a flipped classroom
Cons
- None