The Worst 'Mutant'

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The Worst Mutant

Lesson Overview

This lesson plan is in progress! The intent of the lesson is to make an analogy using the Hallmarks of Cancer and a mutant (think X-men).

Goals and Objectives

To engage students in the lesson using a familiar concept (Mutants) To help students become familiar with the major components that lead to cells becoming cancerous.

Common Misconceptions

Cancer only affects the old and weak and those who smoke at least one pack of cigarettes a day for a 'long' time.

The Lesson

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