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October 2006 Student Edition | October 2006
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Tracing the Origins of Autism: A Spectrum of New Studies
Students learn about the scientific process and differentiate two common types of epidemiological studies, case–control and cohort. Then they identify advantages and disadvantages of each study type with respect to learning about autistic spectrum disorders (ASDs).
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Mutations, Proteins, and Autism: Modeling a Pathway
Students make a model of cell parts including the endoplasmic reticulum, ribosomes, proteins, and the golgi apparatus and learn about the creation and distribution of proteins in cells. Then they show how a mutation can affect the formation, distribution, and function of two proteins that may be linked to autistic spectrum disorders.
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Beauty or the Beast?
Students read about a new cosmetics law in California, then examine the ingredients list of a personal cosmetic or toiletry product. Students also evaluate the quality of information sources claiming that certain chemicals in such products are harmful.
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March 2006 Student Edition | March 2006
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Eyes: Windows to the World
Students read and discuss an article on vision disorders related to environmental exposures. Then they use the article as the basis for the creation of a photo collage using both their own photos and images collected from various sources. Integrated Lesson--This lesson extends beyond traditional science content and can be used in other academic subjects.
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The Case of the Contaminated Maize
Students read a brief article detailing the investigation of an outbreak of aflatoxin poisoning, and then identify the stages of an epidemiologic investigation.
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Death By Particles
Students read a brief news article about a research study showing that ambient particulate matter (PM) less than 10 micrometers in size and other air pollutants increase women's relative risk for coronary heart disease. Then they use data from the article to create charts and graphs to illustrate the study's results. Graphic Organization and Modeling--This lesson has students organize information graphically (e.g., using figures, graphs, and/or webs) or by creating a model.
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