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This The Germ Theory and Koch’s Postulates lesson plan also includes:
Explore the history of cholera and its effect on society with your biology class. Young biologists will then proceed to grow their own germs, prepared from live cultures, and follow the steps of the scientific method to generate data. This three-step experiment allows the class to relate communicable diseases to our society and equips them with the tools necessary to prevent progression of these illnesses.
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Instructional Ideas
- Assign groups to design a step-by-step experiment of their choice, complete with detailed instructions, to perform upon completion of this activity
- Have the class research various communicable diseases not mentioned in this activity and discuss their progression as well as prevention
Classroom Considerations
- Each individual should have knowledge of theories and the scientific method
- Introduce the activity toward the end of the course
Pros
- Ability to observe disease-causing organisms firsthand, so learners can relate to disease and prevention
- Activity may be broken into three different segments for time management purposes if needed
Cons
- None