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O V E R V I E W

Resource:

The Boy in the Bubble

Provider:

PBS

Summary:

Create a double timeline to compare your life experiences to David Vetter's. Describe David's feelings toward his bubble and his mobile suit to explore his frame of mind at two different times of his life.

Description:

"The film The Boy in the Bubble and this companion Web site offer insights into topics in American history including the pace and nature of twentieth century scientific research, searching for cures for diseases, doctors' and families' ethical responsibilities, the costs of medical care and the government's role in funding research, the space race and attendant technological advances, the sense of alienation and isolation possible in modern life, and more. You can use part or all of the film, or delve into the rich resources available on this Web site to learn more, either in a classroom or on your own.
The following activities are grouped into 4 categories: biography, ethics, society, and economics. You can also read a few helpful hints for completing the activities: David's life - and yours. What David wanted. The right decision?
The doctors' responsibility. The "bubble boy" in popular culture. A time of medical miracles. Searching for cures."

Contributed by:

Marnice Emerson

C A T E G O R I E S

Orientation:

General

Subjects:

Writing, Social Studies, Health

Teaching Methods:

Tutorial

I N T E N D E D F O R:

Ages:

11,12,13,14,15,16,17,18

Grades:

6,7,8,9,10,11,12

F O R M O R E I N F O R M A T I O N

Web Site:

http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/amex/bubble/tguide/index.html

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