Can you use X-rays to measure bone mineral density? This is the essential question that learners must answer in the first installment of a seven-part series. They brainstorm ideas about necessary background information and what they already know about X-rays and bone density.

Concepts

bones, x-rays, medical technology, biomedical engineering, technology resources

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Instructional Ideas

• Conduct a cross-curricular lesson with the math, science, and technology departments

Classroom Considerations

• There is an associated activity for the lesson, so allow time in class or plan to complete it the next day
• Lesson assumes the class has journals for writing; if these are not available, have individuals write in their notebooks

Pros

• Provides links to websites for further information

Cons

• This is not a fully fledged lesson; it only provides an introduction to unit