Gravity exists as both a scientific theory and a scientific law. For those struggling with the difference between scientific facts, theories, hypothesis, and laws, an informative video comes to the rescue. It offers a definition of each and includes multiple examples. It compares and contrasts each term to encourage complete understanding.

Concepts

scientific theories, facts, hypotheses

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Before the video, have pupils write down their definitions of each of the terms, then repeat the assignment after the video
• Copy the diagrams at 6:30 into science journals

Classroom Considerations

• Avoid displaying the comment section when sharing the video at school

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Video applies to all scientific subjects
• Includes closed captioning in nine languages
• Addresses common misconceptions throughout

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.6.2 SL.7.2 SL.8.2 SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 RST.6-8.4 RST.9-10.4 RST.11-12.4