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AH-CHOO!

A Case Study on Climate Change and Allergies

By Juanita Constible, Luke Sandro, Richard E. Lee, Jr. (rr)

AH-CHOO!


 

Abstract

As the carbon dioxide concentration of our atmosphere increases and our climate warms, the hay fever season seems to be getting longer and more severe. In this case study, students assume the a role of a public relations specialist contracted to communicate the link between climate change and pollen allergies. The activity focuses on the importance of scientific skills to careers outside science, and is most suitable for a lower-level introductory biology, human health, or environmental science course.

   

Date Posted

03/16/2009

Overview

Objectives

  • Work collaboratively on a problem.
  • Interpret and prioritize data.
  • Tell a story through graphics and text.
  • Defend an argument.

Keywords

Climate change; global warming; allergy; allergies; allergenic pollen; allergens; allergic rhinitis; asthma; hay fever

  

Subject Headings

Biology (General)
Climatology / Meteorology
Environmental Science
Public Health

EDUCATIONAL LEVEL

High school, Undergraduate lower division

  

FORMAT

PDF

   

TOPICAL AREAS

Scientific argumentation

   

LANGUAGE

English

   

TYPE/METHODS

Role-Play, Student Presentations

 

 

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