Lesson ObjectiveTo understand that, at high doses, radiation has both specific effects (nausea, vomiting, etc.) and probabilistic effects (risk of cancer). For intermediate doses, there is a well-established probabilistic risk…
Objective of Activity 1To provide a conceptual introduction to ionizing radiation and how it differs from other types of radiation, sparking students’ curiosity and laying the groundwork for the upcoming…
Produced by João Pedro Ghidini, co-written by Maurício Pietrocola and Gabriel Lanzillotta. Edited by João Pedro Ghidini and Pedro Domingues. Technical support provided by Priscyla de Souza Guadagnoli and Fernando…
ContextWe often interpret climate projections as a predetermined fate, which frequently leads to inaction, frustration, and anxiety. When the future is viewed as fixed, taking action seems pointless. However, if…
ContextWhen thinking about climate change, we often find ourselves taking one of two opposing paths. On the one hand, there is the idea that the problem can be solved if…
ContextTraditionally, we have been taught to approach problems in a mechanical and linear way, applying generalizable strategies to arrive at a solution. However, complex problems do not work that way.…