Biologycancer1

Lesson Overview

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this is an overview of what cancer is and what cancer is not.

take a brief tour of cancer rates around the globe.

then look at local rates by state.

finish with a focus on exposure to UV rays.

Goals and Objectives

describe the effects on skin cells of prolonged sun exposure.

Common Misconceptions only people that get 'sunburned and peel' are at risk of skin cancer.

'dark skin' people don't get skin cancer.

skin cancer may be from applying to much mosquito repellant.

only old people get cancer.

tanning salon's are SAFE.

The Lesson

global maps of all cancers: http://www-dep.iarc.fr/

During class

short discussion about cancer and tie-in to cell division Time required 10 min.

Student Handouts for the Lesson Plan students write a paragraph about cancer...what it is and what it's not

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Alternative Assessments

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activity: UV beads and sunblock v.s. sunscreen

Suggestions for Extended Learning

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Glossary

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Education Standards

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Teacher Answer Key

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