HUMAN NERVOUS SYSTEM

HUMAN NERVOUS SYSTEM

Learning Objectives

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to identify the components and functions of the Central Nervous System (CNS).

What do you already know about the Human Nervous System?

Overview of the Central Nervous System (CNS) including the Brain and Spinal Cord

The CNS consists of the Brain and Spinal Cord.

Functions and effects of the Parasympathetic Nerves in the Peripheral Nervous System

Parasympathetic Nerves conserve energy by slowing down the heart rate and increasing intestinal and gland activity.

Functions and effects of the Sympathetic Nerves in the Peripheral Nervous System

Sympathetic Nerves prepare the body for intense physical activity and trigger the fight-or-flight response.

Comparison between the actions of the Parasympathetic and Sympathetic Nerves

Parasympathetic Nerves promote 'rest and digest' activities, while Sympathetic Nerves trigger 'fight or flight' responses.

Definition List

Central Nervous System (CNS): The part of the nervous system consisting of the brain and spinal cord.
Peripheral Nervous System (PNS): The part of the nervous system that lies outside the central nervous system.
Parasympathetic Nerves: Branches of the PNS that conserve energy by slowing down the heart rate and increasing intestinal and gland activity.
Sympathetic Nerves: Branches of the PNS that prepare the body for intense physical activity and are often referred to as the fight-or-flight response.

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.