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This Air Travel and the Space Race: Crash Course History of Science #37 instructional video also includes:
From balloons to satellites, air travel has come a long way over the years. A video presentation discusses the origin of space travel beginning with hot air balloons and gliders to the modern-day space race. Content includes discussion of the contributing scientists and the science behind each craft.
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Instructional Ideas
- Display a timeline while playing the video to record the different milestones in air travel
- Have pupils compare and contrast similar advances in different countries
Classroom Considerations
- Consider monitoring the YouTube comments if making available for independent viewing
- 37th installment of a History of Science series
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Offers an option for closed captioning to support vocabulary
- Includes contributions from countries around the world
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- None