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Lights, Camera, Inquiry! 6 Smart Ways to Use Video in Social Studies
From sparking curiosity to building background knowledge, here are simple ways to make video an active learning tool in your history classroom.
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Play Around-the-World Dominoes with the Go Jetters

Play this fun Go Jetters dominoes game (featuring famous world landmarks) with a friend! Here's how to play:

  • Deal five dominoes to each player, then place an extra one face-up in front of you.
  • Place the remaining cards face-down in a pile.
  • Take turns looking at your dominoes and if one matches a picture on the end of the sequence, place it down beside them. If none of your dominoes match, take another from the pile.
  • The winner is the first player to put down all of their dominoes.
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Marco Polo

In Marco Polo, host Joanna Lumley introduces the remarkable journey of Marco Polo, who traveled for 17 years across Asia. Marco, along with his father and uncle, were trusted envoys of the 13th-Century Mongolian emperor Kublai Khan. They were given a tablet guaranteeing their safe passage through Khan's empire. During this time, spices were highly prized, making the Silk Road an essential trade route for connecting Asia to Europe. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Joanna Lumley’s Silk Road Adventure, a documentary series uncovering the rich history and cultural treasures of the Silk Road.

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Kahoot!: Malala — Power of Education

Explore the inspiring life and global impact of Malala Yousafzai, from her childhood in the Swat Valley to becoming one of the world’s leading advocates for girls’ education. Students will discover how Malala used her voice to speak out for the right to learn and how her courage and persistence inspired people around the world.

This Kahoot examines key moments in Malala’s journey, including her early activism, her advocacy for education in the face of danger, and her rise as an international symbol of hope and determination. Students will explore how education can become a powerful force for change and how one person’s beliefs and actions can influence history on a global scale.

Ideal for lessons on world history, human rights, leadership, and global citizenship, this Kahoot encourages students to think about the importance of education, resilience, and using one’s voice to make a difference.

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Kahoot!: Chichén Itzá

Discover the wonders of Chichén Itzá, one of the most important cities of the ancient Maya world and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Students will explore how the Maya used astronomy, mathematics, and engineering to create impressive temples and monuments that still amaze people today.

This Kahoot examines the history and design of Chichén Itzá, including the famous pyramid El Castillo, the role of calendars and celestial observations in Maya society, and the beliefs and traditions that shaped daily life. Students will also discover how ancient knowledge and culture influenced the construction of one of the most remarkable archaeological sites in the world.

Ideal for lessons on history, world cultures, mathematics, and geography, this Kahoot encourages students to explore the achievements and lasting legacy of the Maya civilization.

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Kahoot!: The Colosseum

Discover the story behind the Colosseum, one of the most famous landmarks of the ancient world. Students will explore where the Colosseum is located, why it was built, and how it became a powerful symbol of life in the Roman Empire.

This Kahoot examines the history and design of the Colosseum, including the events held inside the massive arena, the engineering techniques used to construct it, and the role it played in entertainment and Roman society. Students will also discover fascinating facts about gladiators, architecture, and daily life in ancient Rome.

Ideal for lessons on history, world cultures, architecture, and geography, this Kahoot encourages students to explore the lasting legacy of one of the world’s most iconic ancient monuments.

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Kahoot!: The Taj Mahal

Discover the story behind the Taj Mahal, one of the world’s most famous and recognizable monuments. Students will explore how this magnificent structure was built, why it became a lasting symbol of love and remembrance, and what it reveals about history, architecture, and culture in India.

This Kahoot examines the origins of the Taj Mahal, including the grief of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan after the death of his wife Mumtaz Mahal, the incredible craftsmanship behind the monument, and the artistic features that make it one of the most admired buildings in the world. Students will also discover how architecture can reflect emotion, power, memory, and cultural identity.

Ideal for lessons on history, world cultures, architecture, and geography, this Kahoot encourages students to explore the lasting legacy of one of the world’s most iconic landmarks.

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Islamic Advances in Math and Science Helped Update the Math of the World

In Islamic Advances in Math and Science Helped Update the Math of the World, host Andrew Marr takes us back to the 9th Century. The Islamic scholar Muhammad al-Khwarizmi and other scholars are using measurements and calculations to calculate the Earth’s circumference and create an updated map the Earth. Learn how the work of the Islamic scholars impacts today’s technology and mathematics. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Andrew Marr's History of the World, a story of human history that uses reenactments, modern footage, and storytelling to explain history’s greatest achievements.

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Oppenheimer’s Atomic Bombs and the End of World War II

In Oppenheimer’s Atomic Bombs and the End of World War II, host Andrew Marr describes how J. Robert Oppenheimer developed the technology to end World War II with two atomic bombs dropped on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Before the bombs were dropped, Oppenheimer calculated how to drop them to create the most damage. After the war was over, Oppenheimer felt conflicted about the creation of the bombs. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Andrew Marr's History of the World, a story of human history that uses reenactments, modern footage, and storytelling to explain history’s greatest achievements.

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Columbus in the New World

In Columbus in the New World, host Andrew Marr recounts how Christopher Columbus lands on the Bahamian island of Guanahani and decides to name it San Salvador. After meeting with the Indigenous people on the island, Columbus describes how he thinks he can claim the land for Spain, enslave the people, and convert them to Christianity. This kicks off a global gold rush. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Andrew Marr's History of the World, a story of human history that uses reenactments, modern footage, and storytelling to explain history’s greatest achievements.

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Gandhi’s Campaign and the Fall of an Empire

In Gandhi’s Campaign and the Fall of an Empire, host Andrew Marr details how Gandhi sent a letter to the Viceroy demanding freedom from British rule. When the letter was ignored, Gandhi began his campaign for Indian freedom. Inspired by the Boston Tea Party, and using the media to garner support, Gandhi engaged in protests that led to India’s independence. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Andrew Marr's History of the World, a story of human history that uses reenactments, modern footage, and storytelling to explain history’s greatest achievements.

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Ivan the Terrible and Siberian Expansion

In Ivan the Terrible and Siberian Expansion, host Andrew Marr describes the Russia of the past as a poor country until a dip in global temperatures drove up the prices and the demand for fur pelts. Russian mercenaries ventured into Siberia where their superior European weapons helped them defeat local forces. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Andrew Marr's History of the World, a story of human history that uses reenactments, modern footage, and storytelling to explain history’s greatest achievements.