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A look at the anatomy and physiology of common external and internal parasites of humans and animals. Life cycles and epidemiology, as well as medicines and pesticides will be considered. Warning: There may be graphic images of parasites and infected individuals in the PowerPoint.
Total classes: 12
Prerequisite: None (though a strong stomach may be helpful)
Suggested grade level: 6th to 8th
Suggested credit: One full semester Life Science. For a full year credit, follow with Pinnipeds, Polar Bears, and Playful Otters
Description
A look at the anatomy and physiology of common external and internal parasites of humans and animals. Life cycles and epidemiology, as well as medicines and pesticides will be considered. Warning: There may be graphic images of parasites and infected individuals in the PowerPoint.
Outline
Class 1: Introduction
Class 2: What lives inside cells?
Class 3: Good germ/bad germ: Our gut bacteria
Class 4: Worms 1: Pin worms and tape worms
Class 5: Worms 2: Round, whip, and hook worms
Class 6: Mosquitos and malaria
Class 7: Microcosm on our skin
Class 8: Fleas and lice
Class 9: Ticks and mites
Class 10: Leeches and maggots
Class: 11 Weird parasitic fungi
Class: 12 Parasites as medicine?
Materials and Homework
Course materials: Articles as posted by the instructor (FREE).
Homework: Light reading as posted. There will be weekly computer-graded quizzes for immediate feedback.
