PBS Learning Media: The Science of Flavor

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Activity Description

In this activity, students watch a video called The Science of Flavor to learn about the perception of flavor and then discuss what they learned.

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Preparation

1. Make sure that the site is not blocked at your school.
2. Review the video and questions for this activity.

How-To

1. Introduce the lesson and ask how we detect flavor.
2. Show the video, The Science of Flavor.
3. Discuss the video. Use the discussion Questions to help guide the discussion.

Teacher Tips

The many videos can be used in class or students can explore on their own, do research and report back to class, working in groups.

More Ways

PBS Learning Media lessons and activities are developed by educators. The resources here are primarily aimed at K-12, but could be easily adapted for ABE, GED, and HS Diploma programs. Using PBS content in the classroom is easy since many producers work with teachers to create standards-based curriculum materials. Usually, these curriculum materials weave together video and online resources into an exciting instructional strategy that builds on the visual and collaborative strengths of these media. Learning how to integrate the strengths of the Internet with your curriculum takes practice. Each month, PBS Teachers will provide you with ideas that you can try with your students to enhance your teaching with technology. There are many videos with lesson plan ideas.

 

Program Areas

• ASE: High School Diploma

Documents

• The Science of Flavor.png - Screenshot of PBS Learning Media's NOVA: Can I Eat That The science of Flavor Lesson Plan

Subjects

• Science
  • Biology
  • General Science

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