As if the herpes virus isn't gross enough! A video lesson explains how the herpes virus hides in neurons in the nervous system. Learners discover how the latent virus reappears in susceptible immune systems.

Concepts

sexually transmitted diseases, vaccinations, viruses, neurological diseases

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Create a guided notes document from the think questions for pupils to complete as they watch the video
• Invite a doctor to speak to the class about the neurological effects of the herpes virus

Classroom Considerations

• Requires Internet access to use online questioning resources
• Be sure that your class is mature enough to discuss the subject matter

Pros

• Allows educators to create a discussion forum pertaining to the lesson
• Provides links to additional lessons on the same or similar topic

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 RST.9-10.7 RST.11-12.7