Science Education Video Series: Think About

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around a new science-education video series titled 'Think About', which aims to engage children of military families overseas. Participants share their impressions of the series and provide feedback on its content and presentation.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Meta-discussion

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses surprise at the concept that water would boil in a vacuum.
  • Another participant notes the phenomenon of water boiling and then freezing in space, indicating a lack of prior knowledge about this process.
  • Several participants commend the professionalism and appeal of the videos for a young audience, suggesting they are well-suited for children.
  • A participant shares personal experience with AFN, suggesting that the videos will be well-received by the intended audience.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the quality and potential impact of the video series, but there is no discussion of any disagreements or competing views.

Contextual Notes

No limitations or unresolved issues are noted in the discussion.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in science education, particularly those focused on engaging children in STEM topics, may find this discussion relevant.

ThinkAbout
Hello Physics Forums:

I wanted to share a new science-education video series called 'Think About'. We just completed the first eight mini-episodes. 'Think About' airs on American Forces Network (AFN) and the audience is pretty special: kids that are overseas with their military parents. The videos are also available, at no cost, to educational organizations, public broadcasting, etc.

In any case, we'd love to have some feedback and also suggestions for future episodes.

A few samples are below and you can see all eight episodes on YouTube here:
Think About - Episodes 01-08

Think About: What Happens to Water in a Vacuum?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UG7nsZkVZc0

Think About: What is Color?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H6REpZ8Cyk0

Think About: What is Temperature?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SUnEyFbqyZQ
 
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Wow, I'm really surprised! I'd never think water would boil.
 
Nice! I didn't know water would boil and then freeze in space.
 
Very professionally done & interesting for kids.
 
That's very well done. Having spent some time overseas watching AFN myself, I am sure these videos will be appreciated.
 

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