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PS4.B: Electromagnetic Radiation

 

In this video Paul Andersen describes some of the properties of electromagnetic radiation.  The electromagnetic spectrum varies by wavelength from radio waves to gamma rays.  We only see a portion of the spectrum known as visible light.  A number of phenomenon (including refraction, emission spectrums, and gamma radiation) are discussed.  A teaching progression K-12 is also included.

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ESS1.A: The Universe and Its Stars

 

Paul Andersen describes our place on the Earth in the Solar System within the Milky Way Galaxy in the Universe.  The make-up and origins of the Universe are included along with stellar evolution.  A teaching progression K-12 is also included.

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CCC5: Matter and Energy

 

In this video Paul Andersen explains how matter and energy flow and cycle through systems.  He starts by explaining how energy and matter input and output will always be conserved.  He addresses the many misconceptions surround energy and matter including the belief that food contains energy.  He explains how nuclear reactions conserve both batter and energy.  The video ends with a teaching progression for grades K-12.

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SEP6: Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions

 

Paul Andersen explains how scientists modify theories by constructing explanations.  He also discusses the cycle of design used by engineers to solve problems.  He starts by defining a theory as a well-established explanation of a phenomenon that is refined over time.  Examples discussed in the video include the big bang theory, the germ theory and the theory of natural selection.  He also lays out a progression for building this skill in students.

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