Further resources and activities on epidemics
As well as our ‘Big Picture’ content, the Wellcome Trust has funded other organisations to produce the following activities and resources related to epidemics
Professor Hallux’s Map of Medicine
Join Professor Hallux and Nurse Nanobot in a series of films that explore different medical issues in each episode.
Great for: 5–7, 7–11
Authentic biology
Sixth-form students undertake original research projects with guidance from universities. A great way to pursue extended research projects and to understand what biomedical research involves.
Great for: 16–19, projects
In the Zone
Brimming with scientific equipment, experiments and planning guides, this resource will help you to explore how the human body works during sport and movement, with activities designed for pupils age 4–11 or 11–19 based upon the free kits sent to all UK school in spring 2012. Download lesson plans, compare data and access quizzes and games to enhance understanding.
Great for: 5–7, 7–11, 11–14, 14–16, 16–19
Maths and Our Health
How does maths affect our health in real life? Use these multimedia packs to understand the real-world context of mathematics in biomedicine, such as epidemics and risk.
Great for: 11–14, 14–16, 16–19
The Mobile Family Science Laboratory
Find exciting ideas for creative hands-on biomedical science experiments and activities, from cloning to DNA templates to karyotyping and sequencing.
Great for: 11–14, 14–16, 16–19
Zombie Institute for Theoretical Studies
Attend the Zombie Institute for an interactive demonstration about how to survive a zombie epidemic, and learn the real science behind outbreaks of infectious disease and what scientists do.
Great for: 11–14, 14–16, 16–19
Noses are Red
‘Noses are Red’ is a fun interactive show about allergies and the immune system. Here you’ll find all the resources you need to put on the show, including a show script and outline, colour slides and a science briefing.
Great for: 11–14, 14–16
Smallpox Through Time
Learn about the history of medicine and smallpox in these 13 videos, created for the BAFTA-nominated series Timelines TV, that chart how science enabled smallpox to be eradicated.
Great for: 11–14, 14–16, 16–19
The World of Microbiology
Discover the amazing hidden world of microorganisms and their role in health and disease through introductory videos and presentations you can download.
Great for: 11–14, 14–16, 16–19
Fabulous images
Search the Wellcome Trust image library for images of different populations. Great for discussions, stimulating debate, lesson starters, research and more! Explore the Science for schools lightboxes for images specifically related to DNA.
Further high-quality resources
You can find a wealth of additional resources in the National STEM Centre e-library. Search by keyword and filter the results by age group, subject, type of resource etc. Explore the library to find topic lists and resources pre-selected to match curriculum areas or age groups.
For teachers and support staff
The Science Learning Centres provide a range of excellent continuing professional development (CPD) courses to help develop your career as a teacher, leader or member of support staff. Generous bursaries from Project ENTHUSE cover most costs of many courses delivered at the National Science Learning Centre in York, making this CPD easily affordable for those in mainstream education in the UK.
If you’d like support from colleagues, need advice on the latest developments, or just want to share your ideas, browse the National STEM Centre and join the online communities.
Lead image:Professor Hallux’s Map of Medicine
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