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What Makes Us Sick

What Makes Us Sick. Jennifer Kieffer, Andrew Sekelik, Ramon de Aragon, Katie Woodard. Description. This science unit is designed to teach students about the organisms that will make them sick. Fungus (Wanted Poster, That's Gross!) Viruses (Who has the Virus) Worms (I’ve Got Worms)

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What Makes Us Sick

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  1. What Makes Us Sick Jennifer Kieffer, Andrew Sekelik, Ramon de Aragon, Katie Woodard

  2. Description • This science unit is designed to teach students about the organisms that will make them sick. • Fungus (Wanted Poster, That's Gross!) • Viruses (Who has the Virus) • Worms (I’ve Got Worms) • Bacteria (Things that Make Us Sick, Bacteria)

  3. Concept Map

  4. Grade Level • Suggested Grade Level • Intermediate Science, 7th or 8th Grade

  5. Pennsylvania Standards Abilities for a Technological World: 3.4.8.D3: Interpret and evaluate the accuracy of the information obtained and determine its usefulness. 3.4.8.D2: Operate and maintain systems in order to achieve a given purpose. Biological Science: 3.1.7.A1: Describe the similarities and differences of physical characteristics in diverse organisms. • S8.B.1.1.1: Describe the structures of living things that help them function effectively in specific ways (e.g., adaptations, characteristics).

  6. NETS Standards 1. Creativity and Innovation - Students demonstrate creative thinking, construct knowledge, and develop innovative products and processes using technology. 3. Research and Information Fluency -Students apply digital tools to gather, evaluate, and use information. 6. Technology Operations and Concepts Students demonstrate a sound understanding of technology concepts, systems, and operations.

  7. FUNGUS ACTIVITY Wanted Poster

  8. Wanted Poster • Middle School Science • Standards  • TSW • Basic characteristics • Image • Utilize basic functions of Publisher • Technology • Intro lesson • Procedure • Assessment • Rubric 

  9. *Itchy, raised, red, scaly patches * Can appear as ringlike * Bald patches in a beard * Discolored, thick, crumbling nails * Infectious! Beware! * Caused by mold-like fungi called dermatophytes Reward for capture $500

  10. FUNGUS ACTIVITY That’s gross!

  11. That’s gross! • Middle School Science • Standards  • TSW • Hypothesize the spread of fungus on food • Track the spread of fungus • Keep accurate records • Create presentation to display information • Supplemental experiment • Procedure • Assessment • Rubric 

  12. Day 12 • 24” x 36” glass aquarium • Temperature: 86 degrees Fahrenheit • Humidity: 6% • Hours of light (per 24): 4 Group Three

  13. I’ve Got Worms?? • Description • The students will work in groups to gather information about types of parasitic worms in the human body. The students will use this information to create a concept map using mapping software. They will then make a presentation to present the information to the class. • About 3, 45 minute classes • Objective • Students will collaborate with group members to complete a project. • Students will define types or parasitic worms using the Internet with 100% accuracy. • Students will analyze information from a variety of sources and include important information in their concept map and presentation with 80% accuracy.

  14. Materials Required • Smart Board and projector • PCs with Internet access • Inspiration software • Reference books/ posters

  15. Teacher Presentation • Define parasitic worms • Explain the directions for the project • Select groups • Show example • Rubric

  16. Assessment • Group Rubric

  17. Assessment • Concept Map and Presentation Rubric

  18. Back-up Plan • Use the library to find information • Create concept map with posters and present to the class • Branching Out • Allow students to dive deeper in to parasite exploration • Accommodations • Monitor • Student groups

  19. Who has the virus • Description of Activity • Using a lab simulation and Microsoft Excel, students will see the magnification of viral reproduction before their very own eyes! • Learning objectives • Students will analyze data from the class to formulate a hypothesis on viral reproduction. • Students will demonstrate their understanding of how viruses are spread • Students will design an informative pamphlet to express their understanding of viral disease reproduction.

  20. Materials required • Phenolphthalein • Acid or Base Solution • Paper Cups • Access to the Internet • Microsoft Office (word and excel) • Color Ink Jet Printer • Test Tubes • Eye Droppers

  21. Activities: • Day One Lab • Day Two Analyze & Research • Day Three Construction

  22. Others… • Back Up: • Books • Paper/Pencil Method • Enrichment: • More Specific • Below Level: • Resource Room

  23. Things That Make Us Sick:Bacteria

  24. Classroom Integration Activity

  25. Software Specification

  26. “Cells Alive!” software “Cells Alive!” is an excellent library of biological images and video clips.

  27. “Cells Alive!” software Groups can add images, animations, and videos.

  28. “Cells Alive!” software Groups can add images, animations, and videos.

  29. “Cells Alive!” software Groups can add images, animations, and videos.

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