Teachers' resources
Everything you need to explore epidemics with your students…
This issue's student activity is based around a drama, The Devil's Alliance, which has been written by Radio 4 playwright Alastair Jessiman. It looks at themes of personal responsibility, isolation and the transmission of TB.
Students will have an opportunity to listen to the play and to learn about the complexities of decision making about infectious diseases. They will also gain insight into a specific bacterium, Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
The activity is supported by background material including the audio drama, which can be listened accessed through the students’ section - plus support notes for you and your and students.
Teachers' notes [Word 60KB]
Student activity sheet [PDF 37KB]
Homework sheet [PDF 320KB]
