Discovering the Wonders of the Human Body

Discovering the Wonders of the Human Body

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to identify and explain the basic anatomy and physiology of the human body.

What do you already know about the human body?

Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology

Anatomy is the study of the structure and shape of the body, while physiology is the study of how the body works.

The Skeletal System

The skeletal system provides support, protection for internal organs, and enables movement.

The Muscular System

Muscles work with the skeletal system to produce movement. There are three types of muscles: skeletal, smooth, and cardiac.

The Nervous System

The nervous system controls all the body's activities. It includes the brain, spinal cord, and nerves.

The Respiratory System

The respiratory system is responsible for breathing. It includes the nose, trachea, and lungs.

The Circulatory System

The circulatory system transports oxygen, nutrients, and hormones to cells and removes waste products.

Conclusion

Understanding basic anatomy and physiology is crucial for understanding how the human body functions and how to maintain good health.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.