LEARN NC

K–12 teaching and learning · from the UNC School of Education

Goal 7

The learner will conduct investigations, use models, simulations, and appropriate technologies and information systems to build an understanding of microbiology.

Objective 7.01

Compare and contrast microbes:

  • Size, shape, structure.
  • Whether they are living cells.

Resources aligned to this objective

Resources on the web

Louis Pasteur — A microbe discoverer
This lesson from Science NetLinks is the second in a series on microorganisms. This lesson focuses on Pasteur, his discovery of microorganisms, and the process of pasteurization. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade 8 Science)
Provided by: American Association for the Advancement of Science
LIFE: From diversity to DNA
A collection of four units for seventh and eighth grade science covering human body systems, genetics, cells, and microbes and disease. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade 7–8 Science)
Provided by: Kenan Fellows for Curriculum and Leadership Development
Bacterial batteries
In this Science Update, from Science NetLinks, students hear about how one group of scientists has found a way to put bacteria to work. (Learn more)
Format: activity/lesson plan (grade 6–8 Science)
Provided by: American Association for the Advancement of Science