Viruses -- Hoax or Apocalypse
an overview of what viruses are, how they replicate, and what we should do about them
David Nielsen
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(104)
What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
We're going to talk about what is virus and since a virus is something that takes over the cell to reproduce, we're going to start by talking how the cell works. I've included lots of pictures and diagrams to make it as simple as possible. After we've figured out briefly how a cell works, we'll talk about different kinds of viruses. Finally we'll finish the back half of the class talking about the coronovirus specifically, where it came from, why people are treating it differently than other diseases and what's being done about it.
How does a cell work?
What is a virus?
How is a DNA virus different from an RNA virus
Replication
structure/function
Life cycle
What is a coronavirus?
What are corona viruses
Where did this the new corona virus come from
What makes it different than other viruses
QuestionsLearning Goals
Students should know how a cell produces a protein
How a virus enters the cell, takes over the cellular machinery, and replicates
What are some features of the coronavirus
What is social distancing and why does it work?
Other Details
Parental Guidance
There's nothing that's sensitive but talking about current events can be challenging sometimes.
We'll be learning/reviewing some cell vocabulary that might be new for some students
Vocabulary
DNA ---
RNA ---
Proteins ---
Viruses ---
Envelope ---
Nucleus ---
Ribosome ---
Supply List
There will be a handout provided for the lessons. Students should have markers and pens to make notes and diagrams
1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2020
4.8
104reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Washington Teaching Certificate in Science
I have a Masters degree from Tulane University in molecular biology with a particular emphasis in virology. I've published work on Dengue Fever and the immune system and I've taken the World Health Organization trainings on the Coronavirus. This class has been created with consultation with medical professionals on the front line of the COVID pandemic and all information is from peer reviewed journals. Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$15
per classMeets once
50 min
Completed by 103 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-14
3-10 learners per class
