Micro-organisms: an introduction
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In this section students are introduced to the wonderful world of microbes through animations and three different activities.
Topic focuses on the useful and harmful microbes, and the types and shapes of these.
ViewMicro-organisms: useful microbes
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This section highlights to students that not all microbes are harmful by examining beneficial microbes.
ViewMicro-organisms: harmful microbes
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In this section students are introduced to a variety of health issues caused by harmful microbes.
Your class will discuss how bad microbes can be harmful and that not all illnesses are caused by microbes.
ViewSpread of infection: hand hygiene
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Hand hygiene has been shown to reduce the incidence of absenteeism in schools as good hand hygiene reduces the spread of microbes and infection.
ViewSpread of infection: respiratory hygiene
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In this section students observe on a large and fun scale how far germs are carried when they sneeze, and that covering your mouth with a tissue can prevent the spread of infection.
ViewSpread of infection: food hygiene
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This Food Hygiene lesson demonstrates how dangerous microbes can infect humans through raw and undercooked foods.
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This session will make students aware that farm animals sometimes carry microbes that can be harmful to humans. Some examples of these harmful microbes are E. coli, Salmonella and Campylobacter.
ViewPrevention of infection: the body’s natural defences
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This lesson covers the many natural defences our body has against microbial attack. It does not cont....
ViewPrevention of infection: vaccinations
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Vaccines are used to help prevent infections from causing us harm. If we hadn't discovered vaccines, over half of your students would not have survived long enough for you to teach them!
ViewPrevention of infection: oral hygiene
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In this section students explore how to prevent dental decay (caries). Students will look at the sugar in their own diets and the amount of sugar contained in common drinks. They are introduced to looking after their teeth and mouths to keep them healthy and prevent infection.
ViewTreatment of infection: antibiotic use and medicine
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When, Why and How to use antibiotics can be confusing for many people. The treatment of infection section explores the use of antibiotics and medicine in treating various illnesses and diseases.
ViewMicro – organisms: An Introduction
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In this section students are introduced to the world of microbes, firstly by exploring the different types and shapes of microbes and later, by close examination of useful and harmful microbes.
ViewMicro-organisms: useful microbes
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This section highlights the benefits of some microbes by examining the various ways and means we can utilise them for our benefit.
ViewMicro-organisms: harmful microbes
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Microbial infections are found across the world. “Harmful Microbes” introduces students to the variety of infectious diseases across the globe caused by harmful microbes. Students learn that it is not always easy to identify and treat a disease.
ViewSpread of infection: hand hygiene
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Hand hygiene has been shown to reduce the incidence of absenteeism in schools as good hand hygiene reduces the spread of microbes and infection. This section aims to teach students how poor hand hygiene can lead to the spread of microbes and disease.
ViewSpread of infection: sexually transmitted infections
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Sexually transmitted infections are on the increase, particularly amongst the young adult population. This section aims to teach students how sexual activity can lead to the spread of microbes and disease. Students observe how easily potentially harmful microbes can transfer to the people you care about without either of you knowing.
ViewSpread of infection: respiratory hygiene
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This section aims to teach students how poor respiratory hygiene can lead to the spread of microbes and disease. Students observe how far microbes are carried when they sneeze and how many people can be affected.
ViewPrevention of infection: the body’s natural defences
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This session covers the topic of disease prevention through the body’s own natural defences. It ....
ViewPrevention of infection: vaccinations
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This section covers the topic of disease prevention through vaccinations. Vaccines are used to h....
ViewAntibiotic Use and Medicine
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Illnesses due to antibiotic resistant microbes are a worrying problem in our hospitals and communities. This section explores the use of antibiotics and medicine in treating various illnesses and infectious disease.
ViewTreatment of infection: antibiotic resistance
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Illnesses due to antibiotic resistant microbes are a worrying problem in our hospitals and commu....
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In the e-Bug Detective Game, pupils play a "Bug Investigator" who attends the scene of an 'incident' that may involve microbes. Each missi....
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Section 1.1 Introduction to Microbes
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e-Bug antibiotic animations cover:
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Antibiotics
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How antibiotics work
The difference between bacteriostatic and bacteric....
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Antibiotics
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ViewPeer education
lesson plans on antibiotics.
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ViewDebate kits
‘I’m a Scientist’, e-Bug has developed debate kits on antibiotic resistance and vaccinations. Full teacher instructions are provi....
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ViewWelcome to e-Bug for Key Stage 1
The e-Bug science show and corresponding Key Stage 1 resources cover multiple topics including, an introduction to microbes, hand hygiene, respi....
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