This page is a brief tutorial on viral evolution. The text focuses on the evolutionary pressures that balance transmission and virulence. There are additional sections with further recommended reading, resources for teachers, and a brief bibliography. This is a good resource for secondary school students and teachers.
Subject: Biology, Ecology, Ecology:Symbiotic Relations, Symbiotic Relations:Parasitism, Biology:Evolution, Evolution:Processes, Biology:Microbiology, Microbiology:Microbiology and Health, Environmental Science:Human Population, Human Population:Epidemics, Pandemics Resource Type: Activities, Classroom Activity, Assessments, Pedagogic Resources, Overview/Summary, Bibliography Grade Level: High School (9-12), College Lower (13-14), College Upper (15-16) Theme: Teach the Earth:Course Topics:Environmental ScienceKeywords: virus, evolution, mutation, transmission, virulence
