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    GTT (PLTW): Medical Detectives

    Students engage in the role of real-life medical detectives as they analyze genetic testing results to diagnose disease and study DNA evidence found at a “crime scene.” They solve medical mysteries through hands-on projects and labs, investigate how to measure and interpret vital signs, and learn how the systems of the human body work together to maintain health. Learning about the human body muscular and skeletal system the students will create prototype prosthetics by using the design process.

  • Medical Detectives is a great class if you like/are... 
    Learning about the human body 
    Learning about Crime Scene Investigations (CSI)
    Invent, Create, and Develop Medical Devices that help people 
    Working on the computer 
    Being creative, curious and innovative
    Enjoy learning about the brain and its functions 
    Working collaboratively in groups