TIES Curriculum Module

Title: Microscopes: History and Uses

Teachers: Tubbs, White

Business: WSU/VA Medical Center

Description: The use of microscopes is prevalent throughout the high-tech world today.  This curriculum unit introduces students to the history of microscopes and the various types of microscopes and their uses.  It also requires them to research various careers in which knowledge of microscopes is essential.  The unit is designed for students at the middle school level, preferably sixth grade.  

Subject: Science/ Engineering, Technology, Social Studies/ Economics/Marketing

Grade Level: 6-8

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