Electives

Anatomy and Physiology [Competency Based] (1st semester)

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Course Description Why is the human body so complex? How do all of the different structures of the body work together? In Anatomy and Physiology, students survey the different systems of the human body, with an emphasis on the relationship between structure and function. The course begins by teaching the language of anatomy and familiarizing students with the building blocks of the human body: cells and tissues that combine to create the complex organs and support structures of the body. Students get to know their bodies inside and out, from the skin that covers and protects the entire body to the skeleton and the attached muscles that provide support and create movement. Moving deeper inside, students explore the cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary, and digestive systems, which work together to supply the body with nutrients and rid it of wastes. Students also learn how the nervous and endocrine systems respond to the environment and maintain a state of balance. Students study the reproductive system as they follow the development of a human from a single-celled zygote to a mature adult. Interwoven throughout many lessons is information about genetic diseases, dysfunctions, and ailments such as diabetes, HIV, and arthritis. By the end of this course, students will feel as if they have read the owner’s manual for their bodies. Course Breakdown Regions and planes of the body Levels of structural organization Cellular structure and cell reproduction Body tissue Epidermis and dermis Hair, nails, and skin glands Skeletal system Axial and appendicular divisions of the skeleton Types of joints Muscular system Cardiovascular system Circulatory system Respiratory system Course Goals Identify the regions and structural organization of the human body. Describe the properties and functions of cells in the human body. Summarize the properties, functions, and layers of skin. Relate the characteristics to the functions of the parts of the skeletal system. Examine the internal structures and overall functions of the muscular system. Describe the structure and function of the cardiovascular system. Summarize how various systems work together to maintain homeostasis. Explore how the different components of the circulatory system respond to changes in physiological conditions. Relate the anatomy of the respiratory system to its function in maintaining homeostasis.
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Anatomy and Physiology [Competency Based] (2nd semester)

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Course Description Why is the human body so complex? How do all of the different structures of the body work together? In Anatomy and Physiology, students survey the different systems of the human body, with an emphasis on the relationship between structure and function. The course begins by teaching the language of anatomy and familiarizing students with the building blocks of the human body: cells and tissues that combine to create the complex organs and support structures of the body. Students get to know their bodies inside and out, from the skin that covers and protects the entire body to the skeleton and the attached muscles that provide support and create movement. Moving deeper inside, students explore the cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary, and digestive systems, which work together to supply the body with nutrients and rid it of wastes. Students also learn how the nervous and endocrine systems respond to the environment and maintain a state of balance. Students study the reproductive system as they follow the development of a human from a single-celled zygote to a mature adult. Interwoven throughout many lessons is information about genetic diseases, dysfunctions, and ailments such as diabetes, HIV, and arthritis. By the end of this course, students will feel as if they have read the owner’s manual for their bodies. Course Breakdown Digestive system Urinary system Lymphatic system Nervous system Brain Four of the five senses Endocrine system Reproductive system Course Goals Identify the structures of the digestive system that perform ingestion, digestion, absorption, and excretion. Describe the structure of the urinary system and the roles of these organs in maintaining homeostasis. Relate the anatomy of the lymphatic system to its functions as part of the immune system. Investigate the functional organization of the nervous system as well as its basic functions. Investigate the functions and structures of the human brain. Describe the functions of the sensory organs and how they carry information to the brain. Identify the different organs of the endocrine system and explain how they can trigger changes in the the body. Summarize the anatomy and functions of the organs that make up the reproductive systems in both sexes. Examine the stages of human development and the effects aging has on different organ systems.
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Anatomy and Physiology [Credit Recovery]

$250.00
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Course Description Why is the human body so complex? How do all of the different structures of the body work together? In Anatomy and Physiology, students survey the different systems of the human body, with an emphasis on the relationship between structure and function. The course begins by teaching the language of anatomy and familiarizing students with the building blocks of the human body: cells and tissues that combine to create the complex organs and support structures of the body. Students get to know their bodies inside and out, from the skin that covers and protects the entire body to the skeleton and the attached muscles that provide support and create movement. Moving deeper inside, students explore the cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary, and digestive systems, which work together to supply the body with nutrients and rid it of wastes. Students also learn how the nervous and endocrine systems respond to the environment and maintain a state of balance. Students study the reproductive system as they follow the development of a human from a single-celled zygote to a mature adult. Interwoven throughout many lessons is information about genetic diseases, dysfunctions, and ailments such as diabetes, HIV, and arthritis. By the end of this course, students will feel as if they have read the owner’s manual for their bodies. Course Breakdown Overall structure of the body Cellular structure and function Different types of tissues Skeletal system Muscular system Cardiovascular system Respiratory system Digestive system Digestive system Urinary system Lymphatic system Nervous system Endocrine system Reproductive system Human development Course Goals Identify the regions and structural organization of the human body. Describe the properties and functions of cells in the human body. Summarize the properties, functions, and layers of skin. Relate the structure to the function of the parts of the skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems. Describe the functions, properties, and features of the digestive, urinary, and lymphatic systems. Relate the functions of the nervous and endocrine systems in controlling the functions of other systems. Summarize the relationship between the structure and the function of the reproductive system of both sexes. Investigate the process of human development and the role of the reproductive system in that process.
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Application of Genetics [Competency Based]

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Course Description Applications of Genetics introduces the students to the field of genetics, where they learn about the theories of Mendel, Darwin, and Wallace. They will learn how traits are passed down from one generation to another. They will explore concepts of adaptation, genotype, and phenotype; and basic concepts related to cells, DNA, and RNA. Students see how the basic concepts are applied in various techniques, including metagenomics, genetically modified organisms, DNA technologies, genetic testing, and other clinical and nonclinical applications of genetics. Students will also examine how the genetic code present in all cells can be used to treat conditions. They will study the ongoing research into the usage of stem cells. Course Breakdown Darwin and the concept of adaptation Types of cells and cell reproduction Formation of proteins Regulation of genes Mutations Tools used to study genetics Patterns of inheritance Biotechnology research Careers in biotechnology DNA sequencing Mutagenesis and metagenomics Genetic modification DNA fingerprinting Human Genome project Genetic therapy Nature of stem cells Stem cell controversies Types of stem cells Goals of stem cell research Stem cell treatments Course Goals Compare the structure and reproduction of prokaryotes and eukaryotes. Discuss the process of formation of proteins from the genetic code. Explore various tools and techniques that geneticists use. Discuss the basic concepts involved in biotechnology. Examine real-world applications of genetics Describe the processes used to create genetically-modified organisms. Summarize the uses of genetic analysis and therapy. Compare and contrast the different types of stem cells. Investigate potential therapies using stem cells. Interpret the controversies that have arisen in the use of stem cells.
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Art History and Appreciation (MS)

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Course Description Where do artists find their inspiration? How can you tell a Rembrandt from a Renoir? Art History and Appreciation surveys artwork and architecture from different periods in human history. Students learn how artists use their abilities to observe and interpret reality and create unique artistic styles and works. Part 1 focuses on the art and architecture in Europe, Africa, and the Americas, while Part 2 moves east to Asia and Oceania. In each part of the course, students note the development of different art movements, the variation in artistic techniques, and the influence of significant artists and designers. Lessons explain the tools, skills, and techniques artists use to create their works. Students also learn how to differentiate between art movements in significant periods of history. At the end of this course, students can recognize artistic styles, movements, and techniques, and identify specific pieces of artwork by period and origin. Course Breakdown Prehistoric art of Europe and Mesopotamia Ancient art of Egypt and Rome Medieval architecture and Gothic paintings Renaissance architecture, painting, and sculpture European and American art of the nineteenth century Classifications of modern art Art of the Indus Valley Art of Southeast Asia Japanese art Chinese art Art of Micronesia and Polynesia Australian art Course Goals Identify the key characteristics of work created in prehistoric art of Europe and Mesopotamia and examine artifacts of ancient Greece, ancient Rome, and the Early Renaissance. Assess significant themes, works, and individuals associated with Western art from prehistory through the postmodern period. Examine the emergence of new painting and sculpture techniques applied in periods from the High Renaissance through the Baroque and Rococo periods. Survey several artists from the Impressionist through the postmodern eras and explain how their personalities changed the purposes of and opportunities for artistic expression. Identify key characteristics of world art as it developed in the early Indus Valley, Southeast Asia, and Japan. Examine the artistic history and traditions of Chinese dynasties and the tribal art and artifacts found in Micronesia. Investigate key elements of Polynesian and Australian art.
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Art History and Appreciation [Competency Based]

$250.00
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Course Description Where do artists find their inspiration? How can you tell a Rembrandt from a Renoir? Art History and Appreciation surveys artwork and architecture from different periods of human history. Students learn how artists use their abilities to observe and interpret reality and create unique artistic styles and works. Part 1 focuses on the art and architecture of Europe, Africa, and the Americas, while Part 2 moves east to Asia and Oceania. In each part of the course, students note the development of different art movements, the variation in artistic techniques, and the influence of significant artists and designers. Lessons explain the tools, skills, and techniques artists use to create their works. Students also learn how to differentiate between art movements in significant periods of history. At the end of this course, students can recognize different artistic styles, movements, and techniques, and identify specific pieces of artwork by period and origin. Course Breakdown Prehistoric art of Europe and Mesopotamia Ancient art of Egypt and Rome Medieval architecture and Gothic paintings Renaissance architecture, painting, and sculpture European and American art of the nineteenth century Classifications of modern art Art of the Indus Valley Art of Southeast Asia Japanese art Chinese art Art of Micronesia and Polynesia Australian art Course Goals Identify the key characteristics of work created in prehistoric art of Europe and Mesopotamia and examine artifacts of ancient Greece, ancient Rome, and the Early Renaissance. Assess significant themes, works, and individuals associated with Western art from prehistory through the postmodern period. Examine the emergence of new painting and sculpture techniques applied in periods from the High Renaissance through the Baroque and Rococo periods. Survey artists from the impressionist through postmodern eras and explain how their personalities changed the purposes of and opportunities for artistic expression. Identify key characteristics of world art as it developed in the early Indus Valley, Southeast Asia, and Japan. Examine the artistic history and traditions of Chinese dynasties and the tribal art and artifacts found in Micronesia. Investigate key elements of Polynesian and Australian art.
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Computer Skills for Academic Success [Competency Based]

$250.00
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Course Description Computer programs are an integral part of day-to-day life, so it’s essential to have a basic understanding of how they work and how to use them safely and responsibly. In this course, students learn about file types, including PDFs, as well as basic file management. They also learn about digital citizenship and how to communicate effectively and appropriately on the Internet. Students explore the origins of open-source software, including the LibreOffice suite. Office productivity software is required for education and numerous professions. While some office software applications are quite expensive, a powerful and user-friendly group of programs called LibreOffice is available for free to everyone. Students explore this free application suite, learning how to create, save, and format documents in Writer; how to design spreadsheets and manipulate and perform calculations on data in Calc; and how to build, save, and customize slide show presentations in Impress. After completing this course, students will have the tools to work with and present information in a variety of forms for professional, academic, and personal use. Course Breakdown Origins and significance of open source software and the Portable Document Format (PDF) Creating, moving, copying, renaming, and deleting folders and subfolders Naming, saving, moving, copying, and deleting files Composing appropriate e-mail messages based on the message's audience and purpose Creating and sending e-mail messages Parts of e-mail messages and their uses The Internet and World Wide Web Internet safety and information security The importance of digital citizenship Online etiquette Creating, saving, and printing documents Formatting documents using fonts, margins, tables, orientation, columns, and lists Creating, formatting, and entering data into spreadsheets Creating formulas and performing calculations Creating and formatting presentations Using templates, presentation themes, and clip art to customize presentations Using transitions and animation within a presentation Course Goals Explain how to perform basic operations with computer files and manage those files. Describe ways to be a good digital citizen and be safe on the Internet. Explain how to communicate effectively via e-mail. Summarize the history and explain the significance of open source software and LibreOffice. Demonstrate the skills necessary to create, save, and format documents in Writer. Create and manage spreadsheets, and manipulate data in Calc. Create, save, and customize presentations in Impress.
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Health and Fitness (MS)

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Course Description What does it mean to be healthy? What are the steps for creating or improving a healthy lifestyle? This course helps students take charge of their own well-being by providing up-to-date information about physical activity, nutrition, and overall health. Students learn the importance of setting goals, recognizing peer pressure, making good decisions, and resolving conflicts. Students also learn about the benefits of exercise and physical activity, and how to avoid unhealthy behaviors. Activities are designed to help students understand nutrition, analyze food labels, and develop an appropriate exercise plan. Students learn how physical activity affects different body systems and about key exercise concepts including cross-training, overload, and flexibility. Students become more familiar with the systems of their bodies, learn about common ailments, and examine the importance of self-esteem and emotional well-being in promoting overall health. Course Breakdown Healthy lifestyle Making good decisions and behavioral choices Avoiding violence and abuse Defining wellness and its components Exercise, fitness, and their relationship to wellness The nutritional aspect of wellness Important chemicals and nutrients Guidelines for developing a healthy diet Designing proper exercise programs The interaction between the cardiovascular and the respiratory systems Aerobic, interval, and cross-training Exercise principles Developing strength and flexibility Reaching and maintaining a healthy weight Body systems Causes of, treatments for, and ways to prevent diseases and conditions that attack body systems Wellness from adolescence to adulthood and old age Course Goals Describe products, services, and policies that help a person maintain a healthy lifestyle. Examine the causes and treatments of various hereditary diseases, autoimmune disorders, cancers, and lifestyle diseases.
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Health and Wellness [Competency Based] (1st semester)

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Course Description Imagine the healthiest people you know. What are their secrets? While some health traits are genetically determined, the truth is everyone has the ability to make positive changes to better our physical health. In Health and Wellness, you will explore different lifestyle choices that can influence your overall health, from positively interacting with others to choosing quality health care and making sensible dietary choices. Wellness involves being healthy in body and mind. You will learn how to make positive choices that reduce stress and improve your mental and emotional health. You will also examine the choices and influences that can negative impact your overall wellness. You will have the opportunity to build your own plan for improvement and learn how to create the type of environment that will ensure your overall health, happiness, and well-being. Course Breakdown Aspects of wellness Making good health choices Behavioral modifications Developing good relationships Peer influences Violence and abuse Public health Making health-care decisions Body image Nutritional components Nutritional guidelines Factors impacting nutrition Body composition Exercise and body systems Joint structure Sports injuries Infectious diseases Epidemics Cardiovascular system Cardiovascular conditions Course Goals Compare the different aspects of health and wellness and how they contribute to a person's well-being. Apply decision-making skills to decisions about health, safety, and resisting peer pressure. Summarize the effects of violence and abuse on overall health of an individual. Describe products, services, and policies that help a person maintain a healthy lifestyle. Summarize the components and national standards of a healthy diet. Relate proper nutrition to maintaining a healthy body composition. Compare the major joints of the body and the injuries that can affect them. Describe transmission and treatment of infectious diseases in society. Investigate the structure and function of the cardiovascular system and the conditions that affect its proper functioning.
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Health and Wellness [Competency Based] (2nd semester)

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Course Description Imagine the healthiest people you know. What are their secrets? While some health traits are genetically determined, the truth is everyone has the ability to make positive changes to better our physical health. In Health and Wellness, you will explore different lifestyle choices that can influence your overall health, from positively interacting with others to choosing quality health care and making sensible dietary choices. Wellness involves being healthy in body and mind. You will learn how to make positive choices that reduce stress and improve your mental and emotional health. You will also examine the choices and influences that can negative impact your overall wellness. You will have the opportunity to build your own plan for improvement and learn how to create the type of environment that will ensure your overall health, happiness, and well-being. Course Breakdown Respiratory system Cancer Diabetes Hereditary conditions Immune system Immune disorders Sports injuries Digestive systems First aid techniques Stages of life Nervous system Emotional health Managing stress Exercise and mental health Using medications Alcohol abuse Tobacco Illegal drugs Drug addiction and abuse Reproductive systems Pregnancy Sexually transmitted infections HIV and AIDS Responsible relationships Course Goals Summarize the components and conditions affecting the respiratory and digestive systems. Show the causes and treatments of cancer, diabetes, as well as hereditary and immune conditions. Describe basic first aid techniques for treating emergency conditions. Compare the health needs and issues at different stages of life. Relate the structure of the nervous system to its function, as well as mental and emotional conditions that affect the system. Investigate the effects of exercise on relieving stress and improving mental health. Show the effects of various drugs on the overall health of a person. Summarize the causes and effects of drug addiction. Compare symptoms and treatments of sexually transmitted infections. Describe appropriate behaviors involved in close personal relationships.
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Internet Safety (MS) and Study Skills (MS) (2 course bundle)

$250.00
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Course Description Internet Safety (MS) Why take safety measures when using the Internet? What are the differences between interacting in the real world and interacting in a virtual world? In Internet Safety, students think critically about what constitutes appropriate behavior online and expand the range of their online interactions. This course begins by identifying safety precautions for communicating online, sharing content responsibly, keeping accounts safe, and preventing identity theft and viruses. Students learn to identify appropriate online behavior and compare and contrast real and virtual citizenship. The course defines cyberbullying and encourages students to consider its consequences, and to report those who engage in bullying behavior. Lessons also include explanations of phishing, plagiarism, copyright terms, and fair use. The course ends by explaining how to recognize quality websites for research, how to safely use social networking sites, and how to buy and sell items online. Study Skills (MS) Why are study skills important? What methods and techniques can students use to support studying, limit distractions, and prevent procrastination? The Study Skills course helps students to develop a program to manage their study time, enhance their concentration, and accomplish their goals. Topics include identifying causes of study-related stress; techniques for relieving stress; the pros and cons of studying alone and in study groups; and improving reading comprehension, reading fluency, writing, and note-taking. The course concludes with strategies for preparing for tests and reducing test anxiety, leaving students well-prepared to meet their academic challenges. Course Breakdown Uploading content responsibly Cyberbullying: effects and consequences Legal, ethical, and privacy guidelines Fair use and citing digital content Evaluating online resources Recognizing quality websites Basics of social networking Motivation Stress management Concentration and focus Setting up your study environment Establishing goals within study groups Avoiding procrastination Reading comprehension Note-taking skills Writing techniques Test-taking strategies Coping with test anxiety Time management Course Goals Examine important legal, ethical, and privacy guidelines for using the Internet, including plagiarism and fair use policies. Identify the signs of cyberbullying, its effects, and its consequences. Recognize quality and safe websites when searching for and using online resources. Examine the basics of social networking and its impact on digital footprints. Identify various threats to online safety. Examine how to solve problems quickly and efficiently by breaking them down into fewer and simpler tasks. Practice various focus and concentration techniques for more effective studying. Sharpen comprehension skills for outlining novels and other reading. Examine techniques to reduce test anxiety and improve writing skills.
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Life Skills [Competency Based]

$250.00
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Course Description Life Skills is a comprehensive development course for high school students making the transition to life after high school. The course shows students the steps for choosing a career, conducting a job search, selecting the right college, applying to college, and getting financial aid. This course prepares young adults for a successful life after high school, from maintaining a healthy body and a safe home to finding and keeping a job. At the end of this course, students have a knowledge of and appreciation for these important life skills. Course Breakdown First aid and health care Vehicular and pedestrian safety Caring for an apartment or home Setting up utilities and insurance coverage Banking and credit cards Savings and retirement Positive personal relationships and courteous behavior Learning styles, problem-solving skills, and time management Voting and community involvement Marriage and parental responsibilities Preparing for post-secondary education The job search: résumés, cover letters, and interviews Traits of successful employees Rights and practices of a responsible employee Healthy diet and exercise patterns Importance of sleep and stress management Self-esteem, emotional health, and self-advocacy Course Goals Explain how to diagnose common illnesses, identify the use of over-the-counter medications, and describe the risks associated with illegal and designer drugs. Identify safety features available in many types of vehicles and mass transportation. Investigate resources related to renting an apartment and setting up utilities. Explain how to manage personal finances, monitor credit reports, and file federal and state income taxes. Identify ways to nurture and develop valuable personal relationships, practice methods for conflict resolution, and become involved in your community. Explain how to prepare a college application and obtain skills needed for college or a career. Identify your skills and abilities and feature them in a résumé or cover letter. Identify education and training opportunities. Evaluate the most important traits of a responsible employee and learn where to find answers to questions in a new place of employment. Identify the components of nutrition, mental health, and wellness, and develop conflict-resolution skills.
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Psychology [Competency Based]

$250.00
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Course Description Psychology provides students with the opportunity to discover how their senses, perceptions, emotions, and intelligence influence the way they think, feel, and learn. In this course, students learn about the field of psychology, including the concepts and tools used to assess intelligence, sensation and perception, memory, motivation and emotion, and learning. At the end of this course, students gain both knowledge of and appreciation for psychology and how it affects everyone. Course Breakdown Environmental and genetic psychological factors Memory processes Emotional responses Data analysis Motivation and drive Intelligence and standardized testing Course Goals Identify the concepts of individual memory and intelligence. Explore emotions and physical reactions to those emotions. Define types of motivations and incentives for behavior.
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Technologies in Medicine [Competency Based]

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Course Description

Technology in medicine analyzes the ways medical practice has been able to positively advance as technology increased. Throughout the course, students will examine the engineering behind technology that has led to creating cures for various life threatening diseases. In which case students will be looking at medicine all the way back to the cellular level where they will be able to learn the importance of DNA and RNA as well as how scientists are learning to genetically modify the strands. Furthermore, students will examine epidemiology in its entirety which will allow the students to understand how pandemics and other diseases spread over time as well as allowing students to develop an understanding of how trends work. The course as a whole will give students the tools to be able to map, data analyze, and understand how diseases spread.

Course Breakdown

  • Biological engineering
  • Biotechnology
  • Pharmacogenomics
  • Eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells
  • RNA and DNA
  • Antibodies
  • Genetic testing
  • Human Genome Project
  • Stem cells
  • Information technology Epidemiology
  • Cohort and case-control studies
  • Ethics
  • Data collection
  • Using tables, data, charts, and graphs
  • Sampling
  • Bias
  • Confidence interval
  • Evidence-based research
  • Public policy

Course Goals

  1. Develop an understanding of the engineering evolved in medical technology advancements.
  2. Become familiar with the unifying characteristics of RNA and DNA.
  3. Examine concepts in medical technology including gene therapy, genetic cloning, and genetic testing.
  4. Explore the possible uses of stem cells in research.
  5. Examine how medicine can become personalized. Develop an understanding of epidemiology.
  6. Become familiar with different ways epidemiology can be studied.
  7. Examine trends from epidemiology studies.
  8. Analyze how bias can impact results.
  9. Examine how evidence-based research can be used to prevent the spread of diseases.
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