QB@CC FMN Bridging Mathematics and Biology
Selected Modules
Selected Modules
These are the selected modules for this Faculty Mentoring Network (FMN). During the Spring 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.
QB@CC Poster for NABT 2020
Version: 1.0
This is a poster presentation at the 2020 NABT Annual PD Conference. This poster describes the goals of QB@CC project, progress in the first year and an update on the upcoming events.
The Perfect Brew: An Activity Demonstrating Cell Counting and Hemocytometer Use
Version: 1.0
In this activity, students will explore the use of a hemocytometer for counting cells, demonstrate the relationship between the grid seen in the microscope with volume of liquid in suspension and count cells to determine concentration.
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.
Sizes, Scales, and Specialization: An activity highlighting the diversity in cell types
Version: 1.0
This module explores how cell size and shape varies across cell types in the human body by having students calculate relative proportions of numbers in scientific notation.
Why does Blood Flow Change? Investigating the Math of Blood Flow Dynamics
Version: 1.0
This collection of activities explores the relationship between blood flow, pressure, and the factors of resistance through graphs and modeling direct and inverse variation.
Why are Cells Small? Surface Area to Volume Ratio
Version: 1.0
This module explores surface area to volume ratios in a cube and sphere in relation to cell size.