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90 Microbes and public health Lesson Plans

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Grade Range
9th - 12th
Rating
3 Stars

Students build a model of a water system from the source to users and read and interpret a water meter. Full Review »

Grade Range
9th - 12th
Rating
3 Stars

Students investigate foodborne illnesses and involved microbes. They identify major pathogens and then research and explain how they contaminate foods and how people are affected. Full Review »

Grade Range
9th - Higher Ed
Rating
3 Stars

Students examine how germs spread from one person or object to another. They discuss antibiotic resistant bacteris and examine the benefits of microorganisms. They explore methods of curbing antibiotic resistance. Full Review »

Grade Range
9th - 12th
Rating
5 Stars

Students research the possible sources and human health effects of microbes found in recreational and drinking water. They explore the range of negative outcomes of contact with contaminated recreational and drinking water by creating their own crossword puzzle. Full Review »

Grade Range
6th - 8th
Rating
4 Stars

Students examine the differences between learned and innate behavior among humans and monkeys. They read and discuss two articles, answer worksheet questions related to the articles, and participate in a class discussion. Full Review »

Grade Range
6th - 8th
Rating
3 Stars

Students examine Louis Pasteur's contributions to science. Using the internet, they research his discovery of microorganisms. They identify the role of germs in spreading diseases and how they can prevent them by simply washing their hands. Full Review »

Grade Range
6th - 8th
Rating
3 Stars

Students explore how personal behavior can affect health, especially the health of your skin. They become better aware of how their personal behavior and the environment can have a considerable impact on their health in general. Students recognize that good health and longevity depend on keeping the body in good operating condition. Full Review »

Grade Range
9th - 12th
Rating
4 Stars

Students pour, label, streak, seal and store plates in an incubator. They identify areas in their environment that provide a rich fauna of microbes once they have been swabbed. They identify areas of contamination through a laboratory report. Full Review »

Grade Range
9th - 12th
Rating
3 Stars

Students explore how the study of diseases, epidemics and disease management offers opportunities for exploration of biological evolution, immune systems, interaction between humans and their environment, and interaction among organisms. They become familiar with public health professionals who work toward protecting the health of the community. Full Review »

Grade Range
6th - 8th
Rating
3 Stars

Students study the history of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration as well as food borne illness. They research the following topics: history of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, food borne illness, and e-coli. Afterwards, they answer provided questions. Full Review »