Donald L. Hutson

Frank Brattin Middle School
Colstrip, MT

 

1998

Explorations in Biomedicine

Summer Research Teacher

 

Walter Boron, Ph.D.
 Yale University
School of Medicine
New Haven, CT

1998

Summer Research Host
Pond to Cup
Grade Level: Middle School 
Subject: Microbiology and Epidemiology
The purpose of this activity is to determine what affects the growth of microorganisms in pond water. How can the pond water be made safe for human consumption? The students will learn what causes growth and death in microorganisms in pond water, and learn the scientific method through designing and using an experiment to clean the pond water to a level suitable for human consumption.
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An integrated Internet component N/A  
Assessments for content knowledge Yes  
Assessments for process skills Yes  
Addressed the "ABC" rules for humans and/or animal use N/A  
Use of multiple learning styles and opportunities for all students Yes  
Proper safety precautions and warnings Yes