Common Core State Standard L.CCS.1/2/3/4 Grades 6-12: Video of a current news event is presented for discussion to encourage student participation, but also inspire the use of evidence to support logical claims using the main ideas of the video. Students must analyze background information provided about a current event, draw out the main ideas and key details, and review different opinions on the issue. Then, students should present their own claims using facts and analysis for support.
02/08/2016
Gulf Coast States React To Growing Cases Of Zika Virus
There are now over 50 confirmed cases of the Zika virus here in the U.S. But a lot of the cases are located in just two states: Texas and Florida. Experts fear states along the Gulf Coast could be especially at risk for a more explosive outbreak because of the region's warm climate.
■Class discussion: What is the Zika virus? What are the dangers of the virus? How is it transmitted? Where has the Zika virus been reported? What are public health officials telling people to do about the virus? Are you concerned about the spread of the virus? Why or why not?