Welcome To Anatomy and Physiology



Welcome To Anatomy and Physiology

Catherine Cornwell

Email: Catherine.cornwell@allen.kyschools.us

Course Description: The Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology course will study the shape, structure, and function of the human body and its parts.  Content includes: basic anatomy and directional terminology, structure and function of body systems and special senses, fundamental concepts and principles of body organization, histology, and hematology.

Purpose:  The Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology course provides a knowledge base that is essential to students interested in various health-related fields.  Because this knowledge base is constantly increasing in volume and complexity, a high school course can offer students the opportunity to be better prepared for educational routes beyond high school. 

Course Enduring Learning’s:  The student will understand that:

¬      Anatomy describes the form and organization of anatomical parts, while physiology considers the function of anatomical parts.

¬      The structure or anatomy of body parts and organs determines what they are able to do and how they can function.

¬      Characteristics of life are traits all organisms share.

¬      The body is composed of parts with different levels of organization.

¬      The body systems are dependent on each other to survive and operate the human body.

¬      Lifestyle choices effect the functioning of the systems of our body.

¬      Terms with precise meaning helps investigators communicate effectively.

 

Course Essential Questions:

¬      How does a body function?

¬      Are the body systems interdependent, independent?  Is one system more important than the others?

¬      What effects are there upon the body systems when subject to less than optimal quantity and quality of its basic environment requirements?

¬      What functions are necessary for an organism to maintain life?

¬      Is understanding the organization of your body essential to making informed lifestyle choices?

¬      How do our actions influence our systems?

¬      What is the importance of having a frame of reference when studying anatomy and physiology?

 

Text: Hole’s Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology, Tenth Edition  (Shier 2009)

 

Strategies: 

            Lecture             CD-ROM              Models                 Labs/Experiments        

Software          Video                Power Point          Individual Work

            Overheads          Posters                Discussion            Small Group Work

 

 

Assessments:

            Written and Oral Exams                                    Homework

            Lab/Experiment Reports                                    Projects

            Group & Self Evaluations                                  Class Participation

            Notebook

Assignments:

¬      To receive full credit, assignments must be neat, complete, accurate and turned in on time.  Every assignment is of value.  Therefore, every assignment should be completed to the best of one’s ability.  Late or incomplete work will result in a reduced grade.

 

Supplies Needed:

            3 Ring Binder (2-3 Inch) and subject dividers

            Binder paper

            Pencil/pen

            Colored pencils

Highlighters

1 box of latex or other surgical gloves

 

Classroom Conduct:  The classroom will function best when its members treat each other with fairness, honesty, respect and trust. 

Remember the three R’s:

            Respect yourself

            Respect others

            Responsibility for your actions

 Course Evaluation:   

            Final Grade Determination:                                                                

                        Homework /Labs/Experiments  20%                   

                        Tests/Quizzes 80%

Total 100%

I am always available for questions before and after school hours. Parents or students please contact me if you have questions or concerns. I want every student to be successful in this course. I will help them in any way that I can to make sure they accomplish their goals.

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