8.L.1.1 – Summarize the basic characteristics of viruses, bacteria, fungi and parasites relating to the spread, treatment and prevention of disease.
VOCABULARY
- WS-Pathogens
- Micropolitan Museum
- PBS Interactive on Helpful Bacteria
- Cells Alive
- Virus Explorer
- Beautiful Bacterial Colonies
- Disease Trading Cards
- The Scale of the Universe
- Malaria
- Amoeba Sisters on Bacteria
- Amoeba Sisters on Viruses
8.L.1.2 – Explain the difference between epidemic and pandemic as it relates to the spread, treatment and prevention of disease.
8.L.2.1 – Summarize aspects of biotechnology including:
• Specific genetic information available
• Careers
• Economic benefits to North Carolina
• Ethical issues
• Implications for agriculture
VOCABULARY
For all ThingLink Assignments:
Letters – MUST DO, Colors – MAY DO (If you have additional time)
