Instructional Video

Why Is Relativity Hard? – Special Relativity Chapter 1

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One of the most famous ideas in physics, special relativity, explains the speed of light, the space time continuum, and E=mc^2. Many scholars struggle with the hows and whys of this confusing concept. The first video in a series on Special Relativity introduces the concept through mental exercises rather than complex math equations to make the concept a little easier to understand.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Share an excerpt from Relativity by Albert Einstein
  • Create a KWL chart, completing the K and W sections after watching the video
Classroom Considerations
  • Relies on prior knowledge of general physics concepts, square roots, and general relativity
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Provides subtitles in many languages to allow equal access to all
  • Links to other high-quality science videos
Cons
  • None
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