Unit 8- Endocrine and Reproductive Systems

In this unit we will study the endocrine and reproductive systems. As in previous units, these two systems are closely allied so we will study them together as a single unit.

Instruction will consist of several short video lessons and a power point lesson accompanied by a worksheet. As before, fill-in the worksheets as you go through the lessons. If you can't find the information in the lessons, turn first to your textbook before asking your instructor for help. Use the internet only as a last resort.

Specific lessons

Assignment 1: Watch the following series of introductory videos on the structure and function of the endocrine system. Note how this system essentially controls the physiology of many of other systems we have already studied. Complete the appropriate parts of the Endocrine and Reproductive Systems worksheet as you go. (Click here to see worksheet)








Finally, click here to see a great summary of how the endocrine works.

Assignment 2: Hormones and Homeostasis. Watch the following video entitled "Regulation of Blood Sugar" carefully. Take notes. Be able to explain how the endocrine system works to maintain a constant level of sugar in your bloodstream.



Assignment 3: The organs of the Reproductive System are often the target organs for many of the hormones the endocrine system produces. Study the following videos on the structure and function of the male and female reproductive system. Take notes and with help of your textbook, label the appropriate diagrams of male and female reproductive anatomy on your worksheet.

Assignment 4: Watch the video below and then discuss with your instructor how the phases of the female reproductive cycle are controlled by hormones. It's an intricate process but easily understood.

Quiz: Endocrine and Reproductive Systems. Study vocabulary. Know in general how the endocrine system and hormones work. Be familiar with the major glands of the endocrine system, the hormones they produce, and the organs/tissues they effect, especially those glands and hormones responsible for maintaining homeostasis and controlling the female reproductive cycle.

Unit 7 - Digestive and Excretory Systems

In the first half of this unit we will study the digestive system. In short, the digestive system is designed to take in and break down organic material (food) into simpler molecular components in a form that our body can absorb and use for growth, maintenance, and all other bodily functions. There are many organs that contribute to this seemingly simple, but actually intricate process. In this unit you will learn about each of these organs and the vital functions they perform. Elimination of undigested food as well as metabolic wastes produced by bodily functions is the focus of the second part of this unit which deals with the excretory systems, especially the urinary system.

Instruction will be a compendium of video lessons accompanied by a supporting worksheet. Periodically, you will have to refer to your textbook for information.

Specific Assignments

Assignment 1: Watch the following video lessons entitled "Digestive System - overview" and "Digestive System Structure and Function." Take notes and use the information to help complete the appropriate parts of the Digestive and Urinary Systems worksheet. (Click here to view worksheet)






Assignment 2: At this point sit down with your instructor, let him/her examine your Digestive System worksheet and discuss what you have learned thus far about the digestive system.

Assignment 3: A necessary function of the human body is the removal of waste generated by the processing and metabolism of substances initially brought into the body through the digestive systems. View the following Google presentation that outlines the major organs and avenues of waste removal in the body. Click click to access lesson.

Assignment 4: Now we focus our attention on the urinary system, one of the 3 main avenues of waste removal introduced in the lesson above. Watch the videos below entitled "Urinary System Anatomy and Biology" and "Kidney Function." Complete the final sections of the Digestive and Urinary Systems worksheet.





Quiz: Digestive and Urinary Systems. Quiz is based on what you have learned in this unit about the structures and functions of the digestive system and excretory system.

Unit 6 - Cardio-pulmonary System

In order for our bodies to be healthy, all the systems of the body have to work together. This is especially important for our body to accomplish the life function we call respiration, a process in which vital oxygen is taken into the body and transported to each cell so the cell can burn carbohydrates and produce the energy it needs to live and perform its specialized tasks. In this unit we will study the anatomy of the circulatory and respiratory systems, but more importantly, we will ultimately focus on how these two systems work together to supply the life-sustaining oxygen our cells.

SAPd: Students will analyze and explain the relationships between the respiratory and cardiovascular system as they obtain oxygen for the oxidation of nutrients and the removal of carbon dioxide.

Specific Assignments

Assignment 1: Study the following overview (video) of "The Circulatory System." Take notes. Complete appropriate parts of the Circulatory System worksheet as you go. (Click here to see the Circulatory System worksheet)



Assignment 2: Complete the following lessons. Continue to fill-in the Circulatory System worksheet.

Click here to review the Structure and Function of the Heart and Circulatory System.

Next watch the two videos below to view the blood flow through the heart and label diagram of blood flow in Circulatory System worksheet.

Finally, learn about the cardiac cycle by watching the two short videos below.  Continue to fill in appropriate parts of the Circulatory System worksheet, then, discuss what you learned with your instructor.

Assignment 3: watch the video below that explains the role of Capillaries. Note the vital function these tiny blood vessels play in the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between blood and the cells of your body.

Assignment 4:  Learn about blood.  Start with the introductory video below entitled "What is Blood."

Next, view the following Google Slide slide presentation on the Structure and Functions of Blood.  Use your Circulatory System worksheet to record important vocabulary as you go. ( Click here to view slide presentation)

Finish this assignment by watching the following short video on how blood clots.  Fill in appropriate parts of the Circulatory System worksheet.



Discuss what you learned about blood with your instructor.

Assignment 5:  Begin your study of the Respiratory System by viewing the following slide presentation entitled "The Respiratory System  - Structure and Function."  Take notes and complete appropriate parts of the Respiratory System worksheet as you go. (Click here to begin lesson.)

Assignment 6: In this assignment your goal is to understand and be able to explain step by step how the respiratory system and circulatory system work together to acquire and deliver oxygen to your cells and then in turn remove waste carbon dioxide from your cells and get rid of it.  Begin by watching the video below entitled "The Respiratory System."  Take notes.



Next, view the  Google Slide presentation on Ventilation vs. Respiration. (Click here to begin the slide presentation)

Finally, have a chat with your instructor to discuss what you learned.

Quiz: Cardio-Pulmonary System. Know the vocabulary for both systems. Be able to label the chambers, valves, and major blood vessels of the heart. Be able to explain blood flow through the heart and when blood is oxygenated and when it is deoxygenated. Know the components of blood and their functions. Finally, be able to explain how the respiratory and circulatory systems work together to bring oxygen to the cells of the body and remove carbon dioxide.

Unit 5 - Nervous and Sensory Systems

In this unit we study the nervous system and the important functions it performs. Of course incorporated within the nervous system is the sensory system. We will examine the anatomy and physiology of two organs of the sensory system-- the eye and the ear. We will then focus our attention on the basic unit of the nervous system, the neuron (nerve cell), and study how a neuron carries a nerve impulse.

Instruction in this unit will consist of a worksheet, set of power point presentations, and several short video lessons.

Specific Assignments

Assignment 1: Use your textbook to label the parts of the the brain, the eye, and the ear in the Nervous System worksheet. (Click here to see worksheet)

Assignment 2: Learn more about the structure and function of the nervous system by clicking on the following lessons: Continue completing applicable sections of the worksheet.

Click here to learn about the structure and function of the Nervous system.
To learn more about the Central Nervous System (CNS), click here .
To learn more about the Peripheral Nervous System (PNS), click here .

Assignment 3: The goal of this assignment is to learn and understand how neurons transmit nerve impulses. Afterwards, be prepared to discuss with your instructor how nerves transmit impulses.

Watch the video below entitled "Action Potential."



Assignment 4: Neural Synapse. Study the video below entitled "Synaptic Transmission" to learn how nerve impulses transfer from one neuron to the next. Study the accompanying diagram in the worksheet.



Assignment 5: Structure and Function of the Sensory system - power point. Take notes. Make sure you have completed the appropriate parts of the worksheet. Click here to access the power point.

Quiz: Nervous and Sensory System: Quiz will test your knowledge of the functions of the nervous system, major parts of the brain and their associated functions, vocabulary from the worksheet, and structures of the eye and ear. Also, know the basic structure of a neuron and be able to explain how a nerve impulse is transmitted.

Unit 4 - Integumentary System

Often simply viewed as "skin," the intergumentary system is actually much more complex. In this unit you will discover that this system is composed of all four of the body's tissue types and that it is highly integrated with the nervous and the circulatory systems. This unit is short. Your goal is to:
a) be able to identify and label all the structures associated with the skin.
b) understand the functions of the integumentary system and its structures.
c) specifically explain how the integumentary system, nerves and blood vessels work together to maintain constant body temperature (homeostasis).

Assignment 1: Click here to see view introductory lesson on the integumentary system. Take notes and complete the worksheet on The Integumentary System (handout) as you go.

Use the following short videos entitled the "Integumentary System" and "Skin" to review what you have learned.





Assignment 2: Take notes on the following lesson on Burns. Click here to view lesson.

Assignment 3: Discuss with your instructor the role the integumentary system plays in maintaining a constant body temperature (homeostasis).

Quiz: Quiz will have a format similar to the test on the musculo-skeletal system. There will be some vocabulary to match, a diagram to label, and questions on the functions of the system. Review, then take the quiz as soon as you think you are ready.

Unit 3 - Musculo-skeletal System

With this unit we begin a more detailed study of each of the major systems of the body, starting with the musculo-skeletal system.

Instruction: With the help of your textbook, power point presentations, and several videos your objective is to:

• Define and learn important terms referring to the musculo-skeletal system.
• Label all 206 bones of the human body
• Memorize and label 22 of the more important bones on a diagram of a skeleton.
• Know the functions of the skeletal and muscular systems
• Be able to explain how muscles contract.

At the end of the unit you will be tested on the vocabulary words and the major bones. Also, expect questions on the structure and function of the skeleton, muscles, ligaments, and tendons.

Specific Assignments

Assignment 1: Using your textbook complete the Bones worksheet and label the Skeleton Diagram. In addition, complete the appropriate portion of the vocabulary worksheet pertaining to the skeletal system. Show your worksheets to your instructor when you are done.

Click here to see vocabulary worksheet.
Click here to see Bones worksheet.
Click here to see Skeleton Diagram.

Assignment 2: Review the structure and function of the skeletal system by viewing the following short power point lesson. To view the the Google Slide presentation click here.

Assignment 3: Your lessons on muscles begins with three power point presentations. Take good notes as you view each presentation. Remember, in Anatomy and Physiology you not only need to learn the parts of the body but their function(s) as well.
Lesson 1 -- Muscular System Structure and Function-- click here to access lesson.
Lesson 2 -- Muscle Contractions, Ligaments and Tendons -- click here to access lesson.
Lesson 3 -- Steroids and Prosthetics -- click here to access lesson.

Assignment 4: In this final assignment your goal is to understand and be able to explain how a muscle actually contracts. Focus your attention on the subunit of a muscle cell called a sarcomere and on the mechanism of muscle contraction we call the "sliding filament theory." Begin by watching the following short videos entitled "Muscle Structure and Function" and the "Sliding Filament Theory." Then, click here to complete the accompanying interactive lesson.





Unit Test: Musculo-skeletal System. Test will include questions from the vocabulary list, the structure of bone, and the major bones of the body (from the skeleton diagram) as well as general questions on the structure and function of the skeletal system and muscle, and how skeletal muscles contract.

Unit 2- Medical Terminology

In the last unit we learned a fundamental orientation for the human body called the anatomical position. This week we will study additional anatomical orientations as well as learn basic root words, suffixes, and prefixes used to make up medical terms.

Your lessons this week are self-paced. When you complete all the assignments and quizzes, you will be done with this unit and can move on to the next.

SAP1: Apply correct terminology when explaining the orientation of body parts and regions.

Specific Assignments

Assignment 1: Using your textbook pp.21-22, complete the Anatomical Orientations Helpsheet (a handout). You will need this information to complete other assignments listed below.

Assignment 2: Complete the Anatomical Orientations and Body Movements Worksheet. You will need write the definitions for the terms on a separate sheet of paper.  Your textbook will again be your best resource.  Look up terms in the Glossary before you resort to the internet (which is the least reliable source). Click here to view worksheet.

Assignment 3: View and take notes on two Google Slides presentations. The first presentation is a list of approximately 35 prefixes, roots, and suffixes. Make flashcards for each term. You must memorize all 35 terms and their meaning. For the second presentation, just take notes.
Click  here to view presentation #1
Click here to view presentation #2.

Assignment 4: Obtain a list of 348 important medical terms and their English translation. There are 348 terms in all. You do not have to memorize them, but you are going to use the list as a dictionary and may refer to the list at any time during any test or quiz given throughout the course, including the final. So, keep the list handy.

Oral Quiz: Action Figure Activity. Read the instructions for this activity before asking to take the quiz. Instead of labeling the action figure and turning it in, your instructor will ask you to simply point to the various locations on the figure or use the figure to demonstrate a movement. Click here to view the instructions.

Quiz: Match medical terms with their appropriate definition, explanation or orientation. (paper quiz)

Unit 1- Organization of the Body

We begin this course by first looking at the basic organization of the human body into cells, tissues, organs and systems.

Your instruction for this unit will be a combination of video lessons, power point presentations, worksheets, and one-on-one discussions with your instructor. Note that it is "smart" to complete the worksheet at the time you actually progress through a lesson and not afterwords. Only after completing the lessons on the Blog should you go to your textbook (provided) or the internet to fill in any missing information on worksheets. Also, while working through your lessons, it is "working smart" to write down the definition of any word that is bold, underlined, or highlighted. For instance, if there are four kinds of tissues in the body, you want to remember what they are, so write them down!

For this unit you will have 2 quizzes, one oral quiz and one on paper.

Specific Assignments

Assignment 1: Watch the video below "An Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology." As you watch it, fill in the information ask for on the Organization of the Body -worksheet. Click here to view the worksheet.




Assignment 2: View the following power point on The Membranes of the Body. Take notes. Know the name the 5 membranes of the body, where in the body they can be found, and the function they perform. (click :  Membranes to view lesson) When you are finished, discuss your findings with your instructor.

Quiz: Oral quiz on the basic organization of the body as well as the kinds of cells, tissues and membranes that make up the body.

Assignment 3: Organ Systems: View the following Google Slides presentation. Complete the worksheet on Organs and Systems as you go. Click: Systems of the Body to view presentation. Click  here to view worksheet.

Quiz: Paper quiz matching systems of the human body with their respective functions.

Course Syllabus

Course Overview

Welcome. In this course you will learn about the anatomy and the workings of the human body. Class instruction will be guided by Georgia Performance Standards for Biology. About half of your instruction will be on NovaNet. Remaining instruction will be video instrution, power point presentations supplemented with some direct instruction. The topics covered in the course will prepare you for the manditory final exam which will be administered whenever you complete your assigned lessons.

The topics we will study include:

Medical Terminology

Musculo-skeletal System

Metrics and Measurements

Accuracy vs Precision

Writing a Lab Report

Presenting Data

Chemistry for Life

Basic chemistry

Water

Instruction will be a combination of computer lessons (NovaNet, and internet), instructional videos, mini-lectures, worksheets and class discussions. Instruction will be accompanied by appropriate tests and quizzes. In addition you will complete several projects and be required to keep a journal. A pacing guide of daily and weekly assignments will be provided through a Blog format. By using this format, you will always be able to access and read your assignments from any computer with an internet connection, in school or out. You will also be able to post (turn in) completed assignments on the blog for your instructor to comment on or grade. This is the first term we are using the blog format in Biology, so it might take a little time to get use to it. I’m sure we will find some glitches in the process, but, in the end, it should allow you to complete your work faster.

Grading

Lesson based tests and quizzes 65%

Projects 20%

Final Exam 15%

Test and Quizzes – this portion of your grade will be the average of all test and quiz grades earned throughout the course. Remember, that in order to get credit for a NovaNet test, you must earn a score of 80 or above. If you earn less than an 80, you must review the subject material and retake the test. You will not be able to retake paper tests and quizzes but you may be required retake oral quizzes.

Projects: the project grade will be the average grade for all the projects listed in your weekly pacing guide.

Final Exam: This course has a final exam. It will be given when all other assignments have been completed (yes, you can finish the course early). It will be averaged into your final grade.

Essential classroom materials:

pencils
pens
notebooks(2) – three ring binder with pockets for notes and note cards and a composition book as a journal.

Rules and Expectations

General Rules and Expectations

The bottom line is -- you're here to learn. I'm here to help you. It's not hard. If you show up for class (on time), pay attention, and do the required work, you will pass this course, and you may even enjoy it (not a requirement). Any behavior that interferes with learning is a NO NO! Some unacceptable behaviors include sleeping in class, loud or excessive talking, use of profanity, or being off-task (3-Minute Rule). Cell phones are marvelous inventions, but definitely a distraction in class. Turn them off and put them away while in class. Respect your fellow classmates time as well as their personal property.

Some specific rules:

Hall Pass: I have a hall pass (a rock)to be used to go to the restroom, drink machine, etc. This hall pass is only good for one student at a time. There is also a Jittery Joe’s pass that is only for students who are making a purchase from Jittery Joe’s during class time. If you need to speak with a faculty member, you will need a written pass form me. Do NOT use the other passes for this reason.

If you leave the classroom without the permission of the teacher, you will receive an automatic absence and be asked to leave.

Food: I prefer that you not eat in class. We have an ant problem. Leaving crumbs aggravates the situation. However, if you ask, I will sometimes allow you to eat a snack. But ask first. Drinks are allowed as long as they are in container with a re-sealable cap or lid.

Breaks (3-Minute Rule): While your are in the classroom, you are expected to be on-task. However, I understand that you can't always work non-stop for the entire class period without a break, especially when working at your computer, . When you have to take a break, limit yourself to 3-minutes, then resume work. If you take a restroom break etc. Be courteous. Other people may be waiting for the pass. Limit your break to 3 minutes. For Jittery-Joe's, order your food or drink, return to the classroom, and then go back later to pick up your order when it's ready.

Two Weeks Behind: Two weeks behind to me means having at least one assignment that is more than two weeks overdue. If you fall two-weeks behind, you are subject to withdrawal from the course. Remember, if this occurs, you will also receive a failing grade for the course.

Consequences for breaking rules:

First occurance: I will probably remind you that "we don't do that here."

Repeated occurance: I ask you to "come walk with me." We'll will talk.

Habitual occurance: When I can't stand any more, you will be dismissed from class and given and automatic absence.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

The course syllabus and pacing quide is available on the class blog.

User Agreement

Using a weblog for our classwork will require some parameters for your safety and the quality of everyone's work. First, you should recognize that your work, as well as mine will be published for the entire on-line world to see. This will ultimately make us all responsible for better and more original output than ever before. By visiting other students' weblogs, you will be able to view all their work, and it will also make it easy for me to see who is not making an effort to submit work that is original. Once you create your own weblog for this class, I will add it to the class blog roll so everyone's work can be accessed from this page. I encourage you to look at your peers' work for ideas or inspiration, but what you submit must be your own.

I will leave comments about your work. These comments will usually instruct you on how you can improve your work. Please make sure you check your comments and your e-mail regularly, and make sure you are finished with one assignment before moving to the next.

Since this weblog will be part of your education at Classic City High School, any activity on your weblog should be considered school activity, even if it is done outside of school. You should feel free to create posts that are not school related, but you should also be sure to refrain from anything that could be considered inappropriate. This includes, but is not limited to: references to alcohol or drugs, violence, or gang activity, foul language, nudity, threats, etc.

Plagiarism is submitting someone else's work as your own. This can be done in many ways: copying work from Wikipedia, classmates, Sparknotes, etc. If you plagiarize your work, you will receive a zero -- no questions asked.

THE USER AGREEMENT:

1. I agree to submit original work to my weblog. I realize I will have the opportunity to view my peers' work, and I will use this opportunity constructively. I understand that if I choose to plagiarize, I will receive a zero for the work in question.

2. I agree to keep my weblog appropriate for Classic City High School. I understand that if innapropriate material were to appear on my weblog, be it from myself or an outside comment, I will be asked to remove it. Failure to do so will result in my weblog being removed from the class roll. I also understand that references to illegal or dangerous activities will be reported since it is the legal responsibility of my teacher.

To agree, post a comment to this message like this: I agree to Dr. Maudsley's Weblog User Agreement. I will not add your weblog to the class roll until I receive your message.