Resource Key
LEVEL 1
brief, basic information laid out in an easy-to-read format. May use informal language. (Includes most news articles)
LEVEL 2
provides additional background information and further reading. Introduces some subject-specific language.
LEVEL 3
lengthy, detailed information. Frequently uses technical/subject-specific language. (Includes most analytical articles)
Databases
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- Britannica Schools This link opens in a new windowBritannica School covers the core subject areas of English, Maths, Science and History. Interactive lessons, activities, games, stories, worksheets, manipulatives, study guides and research tools.
- Australia/New Zealand Reference Centre Plus This link opens in a new windowThis resource provides the largest collection of full text from leading regional and international newspapers and periodicals, full-text reference books, tens of thousands of full-text biographies, and a collection of images containing more than one million photos, maps, and flags.
What is the Herd Immunity?
This video is designed to be used as a pedagogical resource to be accompanied by a skilled presenter, for education purposes. It explains the fundamental concept behind her immunity without referring to any specific disease.
Telethon Kids and Professor Tobias Kollman
- Telethon Kids (n.d.) Professor Tobias Kollmann: Head, Systems Vaccinology. https://www.telethonkids.org.au/contact-us/our-people/k/professor-tobias-kollmann/The homepage of Telethon Kids and Professor Tobias Kollman
How is a Vaccine Made?
IFPPMA. (2019). The Complex Journey of A Vaccine. https://www.ifpma.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Vaccines-Journey-Booklet_532_Design_Web.pdf
How Do Vaccines Work?
Understanding how vaccines are made and how they work can help inform your decision to vaccinate or not. Do vaccines really cause autism? Are they necessary? Are vaccinations safe? This video provides an engaging and easy-to-digest overview of the science behind vaccines and why vaccinating children is essential to maintaining public health.
Pros and Cons of Using Vaccines
- Australian Academy of Science. (2020). Who Benefits from Vaccines? https://www.science.org.au/learning/general-audience/science-booklets/science-immunisation/3-who-benefits-vaccinesAn effective vaccine protects an individual against a specific infectious disease and its various complications.
- Australian Government. (2020). Department of Health. Why Get Immunised? https://campaigns.health.gov.au/immunisationfacts/why-get-immunised?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIkZeV4-zn5wIVmg4rCh3C0wZVEAAYASAAEgJSm_D_BwEAustralian Government Department of Health information website outlining how to protect yourself and your community, eradicating disease and finding services.
- Main World Health Organization. (2020). Immunization, Vaccines and Biologicals https://www.who.int/immunization/en/The Immunization, Vaccines and Biologicals department is responsible for targeting vaccine-preventable diseases, guiding immunization research and establishing immunization policy.
- The Downey Patriot. (2015). The Pros and Cons of Mandatory Vaccinations. https://www.thedowneypatriot.com/articles/the-pros-and-cons-of-mandatory-vaccinationsA long and detailed article detailing Pros and Cons of Vaccinations. Written in well organised main ideas.
The Edward Jenner Story
The Edward Jenner story as a cartoon.
Edward Jenner Biography
- OVOVideo. (n.d.) Edward Jenner. http://www.ovovideo.com/en/edward-jenner/A short 3 minute video summarising the life of Edward Jenner.
Vaccine Infographic
VAX Northwest. (n.d.). Valliant Vaccines vs Microbe Meanies. BCDC Ideas. https://visual.ly/community/Infographics/health/valiant-vaccines-vs-microbe-meanies-50-years-vaccine-progress
How Vaccines Work
WHO. (2018). Infographic; How Vaccines Work. http://www.euro.who.int/en/health-topics/disease-prevention/vaccines-and-immunization/data-and-statistics/infographics/infographic-how-vaccines-work-2018