AIDS: Evolution of an Epidemic

This Howard Hughes Medical Institute Holiday Lecture Series video includes 6, 60-minute lectures on the history of the AIDS epidemic. The talk covers AIDS/HIV history in the United States from the 1980's through 2007 (when the lecture was taped) and also some basics on the biology of HIV and AIDS, including transmission, viral replication and the human immune system. The video offers a useful perspective on an example of the evolution of scientific thinking and research, as researchers discuss the development of scientific theories about HIV/AIDS as well as treatments. Several related resources, such as animations and video clips, can be found on the main page.

Resource ID#: 50196 Type: Video/Audio/Animation

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Direct Link: http://media.hhmi.org/hl/07Lect1.html

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Subject(s): Science, Health Education

Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12

Intended Audience: Educators

Suggested Technology: Computers for Students, Internet Connection, LCD Projector, Speakers/Headphones, Computer Media Player

Keywords: AIDS, Virtual Labs, Immunlogy Project, HIV

Instructional Component Type(s): Video/Audio/Animation

Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction

Resource Collection: General Collection

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