+
Website
Authors Calendar

Author's Calendar: Joseph Heller

For Students 9th - 10th
An extensive exploration into the world of Joseph Heller. Provides a biographical sketch and details of his career. Offers commentary and literary criticism concerning several of his works.
+
Website
Other

Joseph Heller Remembered

For Students 9th - 10th
A New York Times article that covers the life and death of author Joseph Heller. Discusses his novel "Catch 22" and its impact, and provides a detailed account of Heller's life. Other works of Heller's are highlighted, and links are...
+
Unknown Type
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Spinal Nerves and Guillain Barre Syndrome

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a five-question quiz related to spinal nerves and Guillain-Barre syndrome.
+
Article
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Action Potential Velocity

For Students 9th - 10th
Brain cells called neurons send information and instructions throughout the brain and body. The information is sent via electro-chemical signals known as action potentials that travel down the length of the neuron. These neurons are then...
+
Online Course
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: What Is Polio?

For Students 9th - 10th
The infectious disease Poliomyelitis or Polio effects the central nervous system which causes debilitating muscle disorder. Franklin Delano Roosevelt's initial diagnosis of polio is reevaluated as being Guillain-barre syndrome.
+
Handout
Other

What You Should Know About Polio [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Read brief responses to common questions about polio. Use this site to learn how polio is spread, how it is prevented, and how it manifests in the body.