In "Monstrum: The Enfield Horror," a reported 1973 monster sighting in Enfield, Illinois becomes a case study in folklore, media influence, and social psychology. The video examines eyewitness testimony, physical evidence, cryptid theories, and the work of sociologists who investigated whether the event reflected mass hysteria or rumor amplified by newspapers and radio. Key concepts include folklore formation, social contagion, collective behavior, critical thinking, and evaluating evidence and sources. By comparing local accounts with national coverage, the episode shows how extraordinary claims spread and evolve into legend. This documentary supports curriculum connections in sociology, media literacy, psychology, and modern U.S. history. Part of the "Monstrum" series.