Our curriculum, a free resource for all educators, is an engaging and interactive resource that aims to not only help students learn but also inspire critical thinking and foster curiosity about the multidimensional world of immunity, including the roles of vaccines. With your students, you’ll dive into an exploration of the immune system and the intricate processes behind vaccine research and regulation. What makes this curriculum unique is its interactive and hands-on activities that bring learning to life. Students will engage in discussions, work on projects, and participate in activities that challenge them to think critically and creatively.
Our curriculum, which is aligned with 2023 K-12 Science Standards for North Carolina, features exclusive interviews with experts in the field, who provide students with real-world perspectives and insights into the exciting careers available in vaccine research and regulation. Add to this a sprinkle of fun with intriguing facts and historical stories, and wrap it all up with assessments to reinforce student learning.
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Communication Contest
Teachers across the country teach about science and medicine, answering questions like: What are the superheroes of the immune system? How have advancements in medicine impacted public health? And, how do vaccines work? We Invite teachers to submit videos that explores ways to explain the fascinating science in their classrooms explaining the fascinating science behind these questions. The prize? A Merge Cube!
Contest Timeline
Contest Launch: March 2025.
Submission Period: March to May 2, 2025.
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RTI International developed the Science of Vaccines platform in partnership with the Reagan-Udall Foundation for the Food and Drug Administration. Dr. Raven the Science Maven developed the curriculum and lesson content. This project was made possible with funding from the Burroughs Wellcome Fund and the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation.
The Reagan-Udall Foundation for the Food and Drug Administration supported this project with contractual awards to RTI International and Dr. Raven Baxter. Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed herein are those of the principal investigators and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Food and Drug Administration.
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