The human immune system doesn't always prevent us from getting sick, so what is it doing? Young scientists watch a short video explaining what the immune system is and how it works. Then, they answer eight questions to prepare for an in-class discussion.

Concepts

immunity, the immune system, immunodeficiency diseases

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Additional Tags

health

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Instructional Ideas

• Add all new vocabulary to science journals
• Connect the lesson to the way vaccinations work with the immune system

Classroom Considerations

• Requires a free TEDEd account to access all content

Pros

• Works well in traditional or flipped classrooms
• Offers the ability to completely customize the lesson
• Incorrect answers offer another try and an opportunity to look back at the video to find the answer

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 RST.9-10.4 RST.11-12.4