Lesson Plan
Stem Cells
Course, Subject
Biology/Living Environment, Math, Science & Technology, Science (NYS P-12)
Grade Levels
Commencement, 9th Grade, 10th Grade
Content Provider
PBS- NOVA
Duration
60 minutes
Teacher Procedure
Have students watch the 15-minute video on stem cell research listed below. After the video, ask students to begin the worksheet, referring to the Science Now: Stem Cells website. Students will need at least a day and a half to complete this. (This time includes watching the video.)
Stem Cell Video
This video is provided by NOVA - Science Now.
Description
This web-based lesson will help students understand the different points of view on stem cell research. Since this is an important topic, students need to know both sides for and against stem cell research. Students do not have to make a decision whether they are for or against this type of research, but this will give them a better understanding of the debate, the process, and what scientists are trying to accomplish. This lesson will also help students with their ability to summarize important information that they read.
Website(s)
NOVA :Science Now - Stem Cells
Student Procedure
Students should watch the 15-minute video on stem cell research. After they are done viewing the video, students will put their name, date, and class period on the student worksheet.
Student will go to the website provided on the top of their worksheet and follow the directions. The students are not answering questions from this website, but rather are summarizing what they read. Make sure to tell students they need to write their summaries in their own words.
Student Handout - Stem Cells
Author
Jennifer Loretto
