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About this lesson:
This lesson introduces basic knowledge of functions, cell types, and disorders of the human immune system, describes a common technique used to study the immune system through a model-building activity, and asks students to conceive an experiment that studies the human immune system. It also introduces some open research questions in the world of immunology.
The full lesson plan includes learning objectives, Next Generation Science Standards and Advanced Placement alignments, a teacher guide, suggested timing, and lesson materials.
Flow cytometer activity example:
Learning Resources:
Five cool things your immune system can do
Immunologists share some of the far-out cellular feats happening in your body on a regular basis
Overview of the Immune System
Information from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
Immune Cells
Information about immune cell types from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
Features of an immune system
Information from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
Resources to learn more:
- MedLine immunology index
- National Institute for Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
- PubMed (a database of journal articles produced by scientists)
