The Nervous System and The Senses
The list of links below should help with your learning of how the nervous system and the senses function.
The Nervous SystemI can describe the parts of a neuron and explain how it works.
I can describe how action potentials and neurotransmitters generate a nervous system impulse. I can differentiate between a 2 and 3 neuron reflex arc. I can identify the major components of a brain and their function. Functions of the Lobes of the Cerebrum Be able to label a diagram similar to the one below and describe the function of each part. Kahn Academy Suggestions: Anatomy of a neuron Action Potentials Neuronal Synapses |
The Senses I can explain the role senses play in normal sensory function
I can differentiate between the functions of the various senses I can identify the components of the eye and explain how they promote vision. For a more in depth idea of how vision occurs click here. I can identify the components of the ear an explain how they are used to promote hearing and equilibrium |
March 21st, 2013
EQ = How does the structure of the organs and the arrangements of the divisions of the nervous system aid in its function?
- Finish Brain Quiz
- The Autonomic Nervous System and The Fight or Flight Syndrome, pgs. 256 - 261. After viewing the video, The Human Body: Pushing The Limits the Brain part 1, please read this section in your text on the relationship between the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions of the ANS.
- Form responses to the following: Can you differentiate between the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system? Can you explain the physiology behind the function of the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions of the autonomic nervous system? What is the relationship between sympathetic controls, visceral effectors, and parasympathetic controls?
March 28th 2013
EQ = How does the structure of the organs and the arrangements of the divisions of the nervous system aid in its function?
Pulling it all together. How does the structure of the eye aid in its overall function in the nervous system?
I can identify the components of the eye and explain how they promote vision.
For a more in depth idea of how vision occurs click here.
Pulling it all together. How does the structure of the eye aid in its overall function in the nervous system?
- Finish accuity activities
- Website videos
- Written responses to the question above.
I can identify the components of the eye and explain how they promote vision.
For a more in depth idea of how vision occurs click here.
April 9, 2013
EQ = How does the structure of the organs and the arrangements of the divisions of the nervous system aid in its function?
How does the mechanisms of human hearing compare to that of other living things?
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The Endocrine System April 9-18
Unit Plan (if its orange, it's a link)
Stress and Glucocorticoids: This handout will be given in class. Stress causes profound changes to your systems. This handout and this webpage will help you in your understandings of how chronic stress can lead to long term health issues.
Stress and Glucocorticoids: This handout will be given in class. Stress causes profound changes to your systems. This handout and this webpage will help you in your understandings of how chronic stress can lead to long term health issues.
Endocrine Practice and Review
- Great review game for matching organ location and hormone action.
- Multiple choice quiz of hormones.
- Real nice animation and review of pituitary function
Blood, The Heart, and The Blood Vessels April 18 - May ??
Blood
You Tube animation |
Blood TypingThis is a great tutorial for learning blood typing.
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The Heart and Heart Function
For an overview of the circulatory system in general, including the blood, the heart and how the heart pumps blood throughout the body, watch this video.
What is an ECG or EKG?
Heart Disease and a Heart Attack. How does this occur?
What is an ECG or EKG?
Heart Disease and a Heart Attack. How does this occur?
Heart Attack Assignment - Tuesday, May 1st
EQ = Why is heart disease so life threatening?
Heart Attack Video Links:
Link 1
Link 2
Link 3
- Use the following 3 links (which are sequential) to better your understanding of what causes a heart attack, what is occurring during a heart attack, and how it is treated in the ER.
- Listen and look for mention of treatments for blood clotting and other information we have covered as they are discussed in the video clips and complete the handout - due at the end of class.
Heart Attack Video Links:
Link 1
Link 2
Link 3
Blood VesselsBlood Vessel Learning Targets:
Very helpful site for quizing yourself on arteries and veins |