The Immune System

Introduction

"The immune system is a  complex system that is responsible for distinguishing a person from everything foreign to him or her and for protecting his or her body against infections and foreign substances."

What is the immune system? 

What does it do? 

Why is it important? 

Task

We will begin by watching the video over immune system. We will then move into the lesson where we will get into three groups. Each group will consist of an activity. In the first group  the students will read and discuss the article from http://sepa.duq.edu/data/EducationImgDocs/Immunology%20Module%20Teacher_2011.pdf. It will take about 15 minutes , and I will highlight the important parts throughout the article to save time. Once they move from this group they will go to the second group where they complete the handout and crossword. file:///C:/Users/Patron%2009/Downloads/HowYourImmuneSystemWorksNOWFREE.pdf. This activity will also take about 15 minutes then they will move into the last group where they will talk about spreading germs while using glitter and soap by putting soap on their hands then glitter then shaking each others hands while they discover how the glitter moves from one person to another. Then they will write a paragraph about what they discovered. 

Process

The process of learning about the immune system will consist of a video and 3  activities in which the student will discover the importance of the immune system , and they will also become aware of what it does to prevent diseases and infections. They will also engage in research to build upon their understanding after the lesson is completed. 

Evaluation

The evaluation process will take place throughout the assessment of activities in each group, and they will compose a paragraph in the last activity about what they learned throughout the activities. 

Conclusion

In conclusion, the immune system is a vital part of the body in order to stay healthy. "The immune system is a complex system that is responsible for distinguishing a person from everything foreign to him or her and for protecting his or her body against foreign substances." Throughout the activities the students will be able to distinguish the importance of their immune system. 

Credits

Teacher Page

file:///C:/Users/Patron%2009/Downloads/HowYourImmuneSystemWorksNOWFREE.pdf

We will review the activities and have a group discussion to close the importance of the immune system. Students will be encouraged to use the internet to add to the discussion in closing.