QB@CC FMN Bridging Mathematics and Biology
Selected Modules
Selected Modules
These are the selected modules for this Faculty Mentoring Network (FMN). During the Fall 2021 semester, participants will adapt and implement portions from two of the following into their classrooms. These modules cover a range of topics, so please select the activities that will fit best into your course curriculum.
Graphing bacterial growth rates: semi-log graphs v linear graphs
Version: 1.0
In this activity, students will explore the concept of binary fission, generation time, and bacterial growth curves, with an emphasis on the log phase. Students will use semi-log graphs and linear graphs to plot bacterial cell growth.
Big Data, Graphs, and Prediction
Version: 1.0
In this activity, students are introduced to graphing and modeling data in a step-wise fashion. Real data of covid-19 deaths over time are used to incrementally ask students to fit the data to several models and discuss which model fits best.
Using Linear Regression to Explore Environmental Factors Affecting Vector-borne Diseases
Version: 1.0
In this activity students will use linear regression to analyze real data on vector-borne diseases and explore how environmental factors such as climate change or population density influence the transmission of these diseases.