Welcome to Honors Physiology! I expect that you have enrolled in this course because you are interested in science and motivated to succeed. Those of you who participate in class, work hard, and have fun will enjoy both positive recognition and success!
This year, we will examine the anatomical structures of the body, while focusing on the relationship between their structure and function. All body systems will be covered from a microscopic to macroscopic level. This website gives you access to calendars, assignments, due dates, and notes for every unit! Please bookmark this page and look here whenever you have any questions about the course! |
Semester 1Unit 1 - Introduction to A & P
Unit 2 - Histology Unit 3 - The Integumentary System Unit 4 - The Skeletal System Unit 5 - The Muscular System Unit 6 - The Special Senses * * = dissection!! |
Semester 2Unit 7 - The Nervous System *
This is Your Brain on Music Unit 8 - The Endocrine System Unit 9 - The Cardiovascular System * Unit 10 - Overview ** Digestive, Respiratory, Immune, Lymphatic, & Reproductive Syst. |
Extra HelpNeed help!? Explore this page for resources such as the textbook website (Learn how to register!), online practice games, videos and much more!
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Semester 2 Final
PLAY KAHOOT - CLICK HERE or HERE
PART 1 - For the first portion of the semester 2 final, you will be participating in a one-on-one interview with your physiology teacher! Of the 4 questions provided (see attachment), your teacher will ask you 1 at random - you are expected to carry out a conversation showing your understanding and competency of the material. We expect appropriate interview behavior and practices, such as speaking in a clear voice, making eye contact, being prepared/professional, etc. (See rubrics attached below!) You are encouraged to prepare answers in advance, however you will not be allowed notes in your interview session. **All interviews will occur on the day of the final exam!
PART 2 - You will also complete a multiple choice test, with 50 questions from each major unit this semester. Use the information in the Final Study Guide (attached below) to guide your studying for this portion of the final. We encourage you to take notes, use old packets, etc. however completion of this study guide is for your own benefit (no points will be provided!)
PART 3 - Group Activity - announced in class the day of the final; you will choose your own group of 3!
PART 1 - For the first portion of the semester 2 final, you will be participating in a one-on-one interview with your physiology teacher! Of the 4 questions provided (see attachment), your teacher will ask you 1 at random - you are expected to carry out a conversation showing your understanding and competency of the material. We expect appropriate interview behavior and practices, such as speaking in a clear voice, making eye contact, being prepared/professional, etc. (See rubrics attached below!) You are encouraged to prepare answers in advance, however you will not be allowed notes in your interview session. **All interviews will occur on the day of the final exam!
PART 2 - You will also complete a multiple choice test, with 50 questions from each major unit this semester. Use the information in the Final Study Guide (attached below) to guide your studying for this portion of the final. We encourage you to take notes, use old packets, etc. however completion of this study guide is for your own benefit (no points will be provided!)
PART 3 - Group Activity - announced in class the day of the final; you will choose your own group of 3!
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Unit 10 - Overview
Embryonic Development Activity: Helpful Resources
www.babycenter.com/fetal-development-week-by-week
https://www.babycenter.com/pregnancy-week-by-week
Packet Checklist: *checklist will be handed out in class on Th/F this week!
-Warm Ups
-Immune System Intro (Parts 1&2)
-Urinary Reading Exchange
-Kidney labeling/ questions
-Respiratory Lab
-Embryonic Development Activity
-Limb Development Article and Questions
-Project "Notes"/ completed rubric
Unit 10 will cover the remaining human body systems we weren't able to study this year. For a calendar of the unit - click HERE
Things to Look Forward to:
-Fetal Pig Dissection Th/F 6/1-2
-Final Projects due Th/F 6/8-9
-Unit 10 Packet due Th/F 6/8-9
Semester 2 finals begin the week of 6/12
www.babycenter.com/fetal-development-week-by-week
https://www.babycenter.com/pregnancy-week-by-week
Packet Checklist: *checklist will be handed out in class on Th/F this week!
-Warm Ups
-Immune System Intro (Parts 1&2)
-Urinary Reading Exchange
-Kidney labeling/ questions
-Respiratory Lab
-Embryonic Development Activity
-Limb Development Article and Questions
-Project "Notes"/ completed rubric
Unit 10 will cover the remaining human body systems we weren't able to study this year. For a calendar of the unit - click HERE
Things to Look Forward to:
-Fetal Pig Dissection Th/F 6/1-2
-Final Projects due Th/F 6/8-9
-Unit 10 Packet due Th/F 6/8-9
Semester 2 finals begin the week of 6/12
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Unit 9 - The Cardiovascular System
Unit 9 will cover Chapter 17: Blood; Chapter 18: The Heart and Chapter 19: Blood Vessels - For a calendar/ deadlines/ etc. for this unit - click HERE
Things to Look Forward to... Always be sure to check the calendar above as well!
Unit Test and packet due:
==> Multiple Choice/Matching: Friday, 5/19 (packet due - stamped)
==> Short Answer/Fill-in-the-Blank: Monday 5/22 (packet turned in)
Resources:
-Blood Transfusion Game = CLICK HERE
-In class T/W (4/18-19) instructions available HERE
-Review Kahoot - CLICK HERE
-Blood Typing Activity - CLICK HERE
-This video is AWESOME - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7XaftdE_h60=
-This game is AWESOME (for when you're ready to practice labeling the heart!) https://www.purposegames.com/game/the-blood-flow-through-the-heart-game
-Nice practice of heart labeling/ pathway of blood: https://www.sciencelearn.org.nz/embeds/5-label-the-heart
Things to Look Forward to... Always be sure to check the calendar above as well!
Unit Test and packet due:
==> Multiple Choice/Matching: Friday, 5/19 (packet due - stamped)
==> Short Answer/Fill-in-the-Blank: Monday 5/22 (packet turned in)
Resources:
-Blood Transfusion Game = CLICK HERE
-In class T/W (4/18-19) instructions available HERE
-Review Kahoot - CLICK HERE
-Blood Typing Activity - CLICK HERE
-This video is AWESOME - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7XaftdE_h60=
-This game is AWESOME (for when you're ready to practice labeling the heart!) https://www.purposegames.com/game/the-blood-flow-through-the-heart-game
-Nice practice of heart labeling/ pathway of blood: https://www.sciencelearn.org.nz/embeds/5-label-the-heart
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Unit 8 - The Endocrine System
Unit 8 covers Chapter 16 in the textbook. For a calendar/ deadlines/ etc. for this unit - click HERE
Endocrine Disease Analysis Resources: (Use patients from class copy handout, provided below!)
-Quick notes (link below)
-Disease Resource (attachments below)
-Helpful search engines: Brain, EndocrineWeb
Endocrine Quick Notes - click HERE
**Use these for reference in the "Endocrine Introduction," "Endocrine Disease Analysis" and "Hormones Graphic Organizer Activities"
CLICK HERE for the key to "Disease Analysis Activity" and "Human Endocrine Hormones Review"
Endocrine Disease Analysis Resources: (Use patients from class copy handout, provided below!)
-Quick notes (link below)
-Disease Resource (attachments below)
-Helpful search engines: Brain, EndocrineWeb
Endocrine Quick Notes - click HERE
**Use these for reference in the "Endocrine Introduction," "Endocrine Disease Analysis" and "Hormones Graphic Organizer Activities"
CLICK HERE for the key to "Disease Analysis Activity" and "Human Endocrine Hormones Review"
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Unit 7 - The Nervous System
Unit 7 covers the Nervous System. For a calendar of/ deadlines/ Labs/ HW for this unit - click HERE
Music and Memory Lab Description - CLICK HERE
Class data PDF posted below - be sure to find your period!! (for the Google Form Link - Click HERE)
Resource for IN CLASS - Circadian Rhythm Lab Description
Things to Look Forward to:
-Unit 7 Packet and test T/W 3/28-29!
Study Tips:
-Utilize the resources below! (Completed notes, handouts from class, helpful images, animations, and YouTube videos)
-Take practice tests on masteringaandp.com!!
-Look over the assignments in your binder checklist
-Practice Quizlet terms
-Know diagrams: brain anatomy; neuron anatomy; synapse puzzle
-Come in to Support and/or office hours to review:
--> Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday Support
--> Monday, Wednesday Office Hours 3-5pm
Study Tools:
Test practice - Jeopardy or Kahoot
Review Brain Anatomy -- Click HERE
Study Tool for 11A/Brain Quiz!! CLICK HERE
Music and Memory Lab Description - CLICK HERE
Class data PDF posted below - be sure to find your period!! (for the Google Form Link - Click HERE)
Resource for IN CLASS - Circadian Rhythm Lab Description
Things to Look Forward to:
-Unit 7 Packet and test T/W 3/28-29!
Study Tips:
-Utilize the resources below! (Completed notes, handouts from class, helpful images, animations, and YouTube videos)
-Take practice tests on masteringaandp.com!!
-Look over the assignments in your binder checklist
-Practice Quizlet terms
-Know diagrams: brain anatomy; neuron anatomy; synapse puzzle
-Come in to Support and/or office hours to review:
--> Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday Support
--> Monday, Wednesday Office Hours 3-5pm
Study Tools:
Test practice - Jeopardy or Kahoot
Review Brain Anatomy -- Click HERE
Study Tool for 11A/Brain Quiz!! CLICK HERE
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Unit 6 - The Special Senses
Unit 6 will cover the special senses (with emphasis on the human eye - Chapter 15 in our textbook). For a calendar of this unit, click HERE!
Final topic choices/ assigned partners --> HERE
Medline Link or HERE(Try both!)
This unit will begin our dissections, starting with the eye! To participate in dissections, you MUST where gloves. These can be latex or non-latex, you need 5+ pairs for yourself for the rest of the year. Feel free to share a box with friends... they are easily purchased at CVS, Rite Aid, etc... please let me know ASAP if you have any problems!
Final topic choices/ assigned partners --> HERE
Medline Link or HERE(Try both!)
This unit will begin our dissections, starting with the eye! To participate in dissections, you MUST where gloves. These can be latex or non-latex, you need 5+ pairs for yourself for the rest of the year. Feel free to share a box with friends... they are easily purchased at CVS, Rite Aid, etc... please let me know ASAP if you have any problems!
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Semester 1 Final
PART 1 - For the first portion of the semester 1 final, you will be participating in a one-on-one interview with your physiology teacher! Of the 10 questions provided (see attachment), your teacher will ask you 5 at random - you are expected to carry out a conversation showing your understanding and competency of the material. We expect appropriate interview behavior and practices, such as speaking in a clear voice, making eye contact, being prepared/professional, etc. (See rubrics attached below!) You are encouraged to prepare answers in advance, however you will not be allowed notes in your interview session.
Interview Sign Ups - To see your scheduled day, CLICK HERE
PART 2 - You will also complete a partner multiple choice test, with approximately 20-30 questions from each major unit. Use the information in the Final Study Guide (attached below) to guide your studying for this portion of the final. We encourage you to take notes, use old packets, etc. however completion of this study guide is for your own benefit (no points will be provided!) You will choose your partner for this portion of the test!
Partners for the Final!
Interview Sign Ups - To see your scheduled day, CLICK HERE
PART 2 - You will also complete a partner multiple choice test, with approximately 20-30 questions from each major unit. Use the information in the Final Study Guide (attached below) to guide your studying for this portion of the final. We encourage you to take notes, use old packets, etc. however completion of this study guide is for your own benefit (no points will be provided!) You will choose your partner for this portion of the test!
Partners for the Final!
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Unit 5 - The Muscular System
Unit 5 will cover Chapter 9 of the textbook. For a calendar of the unit, click HERE
Things to Look Forward to:
-Review T/W block in class! Come to support or office hours (W 3-5pm) this week!
EC Coupling Virtual Projects!! Click HERE
VIDEO - Sliding Filament Model of Contraction :)
Link to "The Incredible Human Machine" (in class Th/F 12/8-9) - Questions posted below!
Cool Practice Link - Poke-a-Muscle
Things to Look Forward to:
-Review T/W block in class! Come to support or office hours (W 3-5pm) this week!
EC Coupling Virtual Projects!! Click HERE
VIDEO - Sliding Filament Model of Contraction :)
Link to "The Incredible Human Machine" (in class Th/F 12/8-9) - Questions posted below!
Cool Practice Link - Poke-a-Muscle
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Unit 4 - The Skeletal System
Unit 4 will cover Chapters 6-8 of the textbook. For a calendar of the unit, click HERE
--> Bone Anatomy Notes - (done in class Monday 10/31) CLICK HERE
--> Scientific Political Policy Activity - CLICK HERE
Things to Look Forward to:
-Print 8B and listen to online lecture (note check on Th/F block!)
-Study!!!
-Bone Test and Packet due Tues/Wed 12/6-7!!
--> Bone Anatomy Notes - (done in class Monday 10/31) CLICK HERE
--> Scientific Political Policy Activity - CLICK HERE
Things to Look Forward to:
-Print 8B and listen to online lecture (note check on Th/F block!)
-Study!!!
-Bone Test and Packet due Tues/Wed 12/6-7!!
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Unit 3 - The Integumentary System
!Unit 3 will cover Chapter 5 of the textbook – The Integumentary System (pages 151-174) To see the calendar for this unit, click HERE
Things to Look Forward to:
-UV Bead Lab click HERE - don't forget to make a copy! - Lab variable choices and groups HERE
-Integumentary Infographic Assignment
-Listen to 5A Lecture - Click HERE
-Chapter 5 Quiz on Monday 10/24
-Unit 3 Projects due Th/F block 10/27-28 -- Project Sign Up CLICK HERE
-Unit 3 Project Partner list here
-More details about the smartphone microscope project - CLICK HERE
Things to Look Forward to:
-UV Bead Lab click HERE - don't forget to make a copy! - Lab variable choices and groups HERE
-Integumentary Infographic Assignment
-Listen to 5A Lecture - Click HERE
-Chapter 5 Quiz on Monday 10/24
-Unit 3 Projects due Th/F block 10/27-28 -- Project Sign Up CLICK HERE
-Unit 3 Project Partner list here
-More details about the smartphone microscope project - CLICK HERE
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Unit 2 - Histology
Unit 2 will cover Chapter 4 of the textbook - Tissue: The Living Fabric pages 117-150. To see the calendar for this unit, click HERE
Things to Look Forward to:
-PRACTICE GAME (Identify tissue types) Click HERE!
-Column 2 Term Check T/W 9/20-21
** (Note date change) Unit 2 Test and Packet Due 10/4-5!
Things to Look Forward to:
-PRACTICE GAME (Identify tissue types) Click HERE!
-Column 2 Term Check T/W 9/20-21
** (Note date change) Unit 2 Test and Packet Due 10/4-5!
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Unit 1 - Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
Unit 1 will cover Chapter 1 of the textbook - The Human Body: An Orientation, pages 2-19. To see the calendar for this unit, click HERE.
Things to Look Forward to!
-Continue working on Unit Guide (due 9/8-9/9 with packet!)
Unit 1 Quiz and Packet Due 9/8-9
Things to Look Forward to!
-Continue working on Unit Guide (due 9/8-9/9 with packet!)
Unit 1 Quiz and Packet Due 9/8-9
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Information for Students and Parents
Hello parents, families and students!
My name is Ms. Welsh and I am your students' Honors Physiology teacher. Feel free to contact me via email or phone with any questions or concerns you may have. My contact information can be found here (icons to the right), on this website's homepage, or on the class syllabus/ letter home (attached below)! |
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