Section outline

  • Kia ora 7C2

    TERM 4  WEEK 1


    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • Describe what a virus is
    • Identify the main differences between virus and bacteria
    • Understand how a virus needs a host cell to grow/multiply
    • Find out how the immune system works
    • Recognise the role of a vaccine in fighting a disease


    Activities:

    1. Class discussion on what is a virus? Is it living? If yes, how can you tell? 

    2. Watch video on Viruses - 1.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GFm45J8d7HI 

    3. Bacteria - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MaAmNE9oesA

    4. Read an article on Martinus Beijerinck. List the differences between bacteria and virus mentioned in the article.

    5. Watch video on how a virus attacks a cell. Attempt follow up activities 

    6. Read passage on Edward Jenner and describe in your own words how Edward Jenner's work with smallpox led to wiping out the disease.


    Homework:

    Complete class tasks


    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING recognising features of a virus.
    • We are EXPLORING researching viral diseases.

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on comparing a bacteria and a virus.
    • We are FOCUSING on identifying the purpose of a vaccine and defending against viral diseases.
    • We are FOCUSING on the process of developing a vaccine.