Genes and cancer

From Inside Cancer Wiki

Students will learn about genetics through exploration of the genetics.

Goals and Objectives

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Describe any common misconceptions this lesson may address 1. Cancer has no genetic component 2. Cancer is contagious.

The Lesson 1. Opening activity

  a.  Start the lesson with a survey of what they think cancer is on the cellular level.
  b. Start lesson with the map of distribution of cancer.  Question is why?
  c. Start lesson the chart that shows what portion of    

2. Students will explore the web site with the goal of learning about genetics and cancer. The appropriate sections are Hallmarks of Cancer and Pathways to Cancer.

2. To demonstrate knowledge

  a. student groups will select a cancer 

4. Assessment2. Describe the activity. Time required

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Student Handouts for the Lesson Plan

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Alternative Assessments As an assessment, Students investigate the background of one of the scientists involved in the research presented as part of the Inside Cancer web site.

Glossary

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Education Standards

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Teacher Answer Key

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