Lesson summary for...
Evo in the news: Another perspective on cancerAuthor/Source: UC Museum of Paleontology |
|
Overview: | This news brief, from October of 2007, describes the evolutionary underpinnings of cancer. Recognizing cancer as a form of cellular evolution helps explain why a cure remains elusive and points the way toward new treatments. |
Concepts: | This lesson covers the following concepts:
|
Grade Level: | 9-12 |
Time: | 20 |
Teacher Background: | Explore these links for additional information on the topics covered in this lesson: |
Teaching Tips: | This article is particularly appropriate for advanced or AP biology courses discussing natural selection at different hierarchical levels. It includes a set of discussion and extension questions for use in class. It also includes hints about related lessons that might be used in conjunction with this one. |