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In this activity, learners estimate risks associated with different events and compare their estimates to the real possibilities. Use this activity to investigate how chemicals influence the function of the brain and nervous system as well as the health risks associated with tobacco, alcohol and other drugs. This lesson guide includes background information and handouts.
- 5 to 10 minutes
- 45 to 60 minutes
- 1 cent - $1 per group of students
- Ages 11 - 14
- Activity, Lesson/Lesson Plan
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- roll of clear tape, 0.5 in.
- pair of scissors
- sheet of paper, 8.5 x 11 in.
- copy of What Are the Odds? and The Risks student sheets
Subjects
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Life Sciences
- Cells
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Human Body
- The Brain and Nervous System
- Health and Nutrition
- Medicine
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Human Senses and Perception
- Perception
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Physical Sciences
- Chemistry
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Mathematics
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Data Analysis and Probability
- Data Analysis
- Probability
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Measurement
- Rate
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Number and Operations
- Fractions
- Reasoning and Proof
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Data Analysis and Probability
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The Nature of Science
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The Scientific Process
- Formulating Explanations
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The Scientific Process
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- read
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves teamwork and communication skills
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
Components that are part of this resource:
Includes assesments for student learning:
This resource is part of:
Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
- Moreno, Nancy P. ; Tharp, Barbara Z.
Rights:
- All rights reserved, Baylor College of Medicine, 2003
Funding Sources:
- National Institutes of Health
- National Center for Research Resources
- Science Education Partnership Award, R25 RR13454