Microbes in Action (Microscope/Growth Lab)
Students will explore the world of microbes by focusing on the microorganisms in their environment. Students will obtain bacterial samples from their environment of choice, learn how to culture bacterial colonies, and prepare them for identification. CLASS STATUS: AVAILABLE/SUMMER CAMP
Infectious Disease Spread Simulation
Students will simulate the spread of an imaginary infectious disease through a population and learn how some typical habits can affect the risk of getting infected. Students will play the role of epidemilogists and collect data that will help them trace the path to the original carrier. Students wil collaborate as public health experts to […]
Owl Pellet Dissection and Analysis
Students will gain fascinating hands-on learning experiences with anatomy, through the dissection of various preserved organs and organisms. Students will explore the structure and complexity of organisms as they engage with their own specimen. Specimens may include fetal pigs, frogs, crayfish, earthworms, cow’s eye, starfish, and owl pellets. CLASS STATUS: AVAILABLE/SUMMER CAMP