The Jim Allison: Breakthrough Educator Toolkit is a companion resource for teaching the film in the classroom. It includes lessons, discussion questions, research and lab activities, and opportunities to explore careers in the fields of science and medicine. These activities can be used or adapted for use in high school, college, and post-secondary classrooms and are written to meet Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).

We have divided the film up into 3 classroom-period-friendly segments that can be watched separately and have a set of companion activities.

Intro to Cancer

Part I will introduce your students to cancer, Dr. Jim Allison, and the beginning of his quest to find a cure.

Immune System

Part II demonstrates the persistence of Dr. Allison’s breakthrough discovery about the immune system.

From Discovery to Rollout

Part III spotlights the trials and tribulations it takes to get this breakthrough discovery to patients.

Career Exploration

Explore the various careers featured in the film and in the field of cancer science.

Learn more about current scientists fighting cancer and their paths into the field.

Bonus Materials

Discussion Questions

Glossary

 

Thanks to the generosity of Dragonfly Therapeutics and Skyhawk Therapeutics, classroom and public viewing rights at educational institutions for Jim Allison: Breakthrough is available for educators and educational institutions at no cost.

Educators can sign up here.