Organ Systems Bingo Activity

A great activity after all organ systems have been learned click here.

This "Organ Systems" module has five units of instruction that  focus on the main classes of functions that a body must perform. Rather than just naming organs of the body and what they do, we present a perspective on the body as a coordinated group of systems that must do certain things correctly in order to survive and thrive.

For an overview of organ systems, click here.

Famous Scientists: Click here if you want to review the short biographies of famous scientists mentioned in "Cells Are Us," "Organ Systems," and "Ecosystems."

Toxic Hazards: Click here to see an index of common toxic hazards that are explained in the various instructional units.

Electronic flash card self quizzing: Click here when you have finished the lessons and are ready for self-study using the Get Smart self-study test set. Note that you will be prompted to download the Macromedia player software if it is not already on your computer.

Bodily Defenses | Digestion | Detoxification | Gas Exchange
Coordination & Control

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Each instructional unit
includes topics on...

• "Why Does It Matter" to explain the significance of the facts and motivate students
• "How We Know" to explain how understanding develops
• "What We Know" to summarize main concepts and facts
• "Story Time" a short biographical sketch on famous scientists, emphasizing, where possible, their childhood
• "Activities, Assignments" for application of module content
• "Common Hazards" and their effects on organ system functions
•  On-line self-study system, "Get Smart," that operates like "flash cards."
 


Teacher Note: 
Teachers should visit the Teacher's Pages before beginning the instructional units. Access to Teacher Pages is password protected. Click here to get a password and to log in.

The Module is not intended to replace current curricula, but the units will hopefully provide useful resources and learning activities to complement and enrich current teaching practices. The content is designed for middle-school students, but some of the content may be useful in high school..