These are three clips that I use in my classroom!
Scientific Method, Grail Style
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GUQUqV0_PTc
This video reviews the steps of the scientific method using clips from the Monty Python movie, The Holy Grail. Students enjoy the humor and silliness of the video while reviewing an essential concept in science. I use this clip right before we do an open-ended inquiry experiment where the student must develop a hypothesis and then run an experiment to test his/her predictions.
Eureka! Episode 29 - Radiation Waves
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wz6wzOtv6rs
The Eureka! series focuses on science concepts (mainly physical science and chemistry) aimed at middle school level. The clips are short (usually less than 5 minutes) and include enough "random fun" to intrigue a junior high mind. I'm not sure how old the series is, but it does convey "good science." I use these clips to show the relationship between radiation, conduction and convection.
Dimitri Mendeleev
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5iviz0YI35c
This video was made by students at MJH. Their assignment was to creatively share 10 facts about Mendeleev, who we deem "Chemistry Superstar." I use this video clip after I introduce the assignment as an example of what a good project might look like. They wrote the song and the music and had bunches of fun recording it!
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yes - showing YouTube clips ion the classroom really captures the student's attention (and they think you are hip too for doing it), not to mention there is so much cool and creative stuff on there
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