Interactive Lessons
Ready-to-Use Activities
Decoding Cancer
Analyze the molecular information essential for oncologists to devise an optimal treatment strategy following the diagnosis of breast cancer in a patient.
Cell Cycle Regulators
Learn how cell cycle checkpoints play crucial roles in maintaining cellular health and consider their relevance in cancer development and progression.
Careers in Healthcare
Take a comparative look at Pharmacists, Genetic Counselors, and Advanced Practice Providers using the SOS Instructional Strategy Venn Diagram.
Classroom Resources
What is Cancer?
Students will apply their knowledge about cellular structure, function, and cell growth to increase their understanding about the development of cancer at the cellular level. Students will identify common misconceptions about cancer and create a graphic organizer to answer the question, “What is cancer?”
Getting the Results
Students explore the various diagnostic tools used in breast cancer detection and tracking by building an online directory using wiki technology.
Genetics: Understanding Family History
Students investigate genetics to understand the causes of cancer using information on Steve and Nikki’s family health history. They will complete and interpret a pedigree, build understanding of genetic counseling and genetic testing and simulate gel electrophoresis.
Treatment: Understanding the Pathology
Students will learn how to read pathology reports to interpret results and make conclusions. They will also investigate the different treatment options for patients with breast cancer.
Risk Reduction
Students will explore risk factors and evaluate the short and long-term consequences of health choices.