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Science / Grades 10-12 / Periods 2 and 3 / SAH / 1T – 2T – 3T
The first trimester of Advanced Biology 1st Edition Human Anatomy and Physiology, starts with a review of concepts learned in Biology I. We will then explore in depth the histology of tissues, especially of the bones and muscles. There will be readings from the text, and further study using the Anatomy Coloring Book 3rd Edition by Kapit and Elson. At least two hours of homework will be assigned weekly, and will include experiments and coloring book exercises from the textbook. Mandatory dissections and microscopy will be done in the Lab section of the class. The Laboratory Section will cover Laboratory Safety and microscope use. Drawings will be made from the microscope work, and dissections performed under supervision. Grades will be based on laboratory assignments (35%) and module tests (65%). Biology I is required, or permission of the teacher. Parents are encouraged to check the Study Guide Questions in preparation for the module tests. An answer sheet will be given for this purpose.
The second trimester of Advanced Biology Human Anatomy and Physiology, continues with an overview of the skeletal system. We will then explore in depth the nervous system, both gross and central and peripheral. Our last unit will be a simple study of the endocrine system.
The third trimester of Advanced Biology Human Anatomy and Physiology, comprises a study of the major internal systems of the body. We will explore the circulatory, lymphatic, digestive, respiratory and urinary systems in turn. The Laboratory Section will conclude with dissections, especially of the heart, and microscope work. We will also perform a dissection of a fetal pig. Drawings will be made from the microscope work, and dissections performed under supervision. We will ask permission from the parents to perform a finger-stick to obtain blood for the blood-typing experiment. This lab is not mandatory.
Class Size: 12
Class Time: 10:00-10:50 and 11:00-11:50 a.m.
Class Level: 10-12
Taught by: Sally Hanson
Materials Fee: none
Materials Needed: 3-ring binder, colored pencils, apron or large shirt (for dissections)
Class Code: SAH 2 and SAH 3
Required Textbooks: 1st edition of textbook, 3rd edition of coloring book
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