HUMAN
PHYSIOLOGY
COURSE
DESCRIPTION
2009-2010
Ms.
Smith
Lake
Oswego High School
Welcome to Human Physiology! In this class we will cover, in detail, the systems of the human body. Learning anatomy and physiology is much like building a house: it must be done in steps, beginning with the foundation. The “foundation” of our study of the human body will be a study of the organization of the body at the most basic level of life, the cell. From there we will continue to build our understanding by learning about the increasingly complex levels of organization of the human body, from cells to tissues, and finally, to organ systems. The majority of the course will be devoted to the detailed coverage of twelve body systems. In addition to learning about the “healthy” physiology of these systems we will also be addressing many pathological disturbances (disorders and diseases) of the systems.
It
is my hope that the student will not only gain important insights into the human
body, but will also experience a sense of marvel and wonder at the body’s
amazing design and intricate workings!
1.
Textbook:
The Human Body: Concepts of Anatomy & Physiology,
Wingerd, 1994.
2.
Methods
of Instruction:
The many concepts introduced in the textbook will be supplemented with lecture,
lab activities, journal writing assignments, student discussions and
presentations, videos, and field trips. The points in the class will be derived
from the following sources:
a)
Journal
Questions:
b)
Homework
Questions:
c)
Laboratory
Assignments:
***
The laboratory portion of the class will include several dissections,
including a full dissection of a fetal pig. Please see
me if you have any issues you would
like to discuss regarding this part of the course.
d)
Tests
& Quizzes:
e)
Projects:
f)
Field
Trips:
g)
Other
Assignments:
90 – 100% = A
80 - 89% = B
70
- 79% = C
60 - 69% = D
59% and below = F
Semester Grade will be
determined as follows:
45% - Unit Tests/Quizzes
25% - Labs/Lab Quizzes/Major Projects
20% - Homework
10% - Final Exam
1.
Daily
Expectations:
Come to class prepared. Bring a notebook (a 3-ring binder is best), paper,
pencils, and colored pencils to class. Keep all class notes, assignments, tests,
etc. in your notebook. This is very important because Human Physiology is a
subject that builds upon itself.
2.
Assignments:
I expect homework assignments to be turned in on time. Homework can
include anything from chapter questions to formal laboratory reports.
Assignments are due at the beginning of class unless otherwise stated. Place
homework due in the appropriate box within the first few minutes of class time
(otherwise it is considered late).
3.
Make-Up
Work: For
an excused absence, and unless other arrangements are made, missed labs &
tests must be submitted within one week of the absence. Assignments due on the
day missed must be handed in the day you return. Students will be given the same
number of periods to make up assignments as they have been absent. It is the
student’s responsibility to obtain handouts, notes, etc. for the time that
he/she missed.
4.
Late
Work:
Homework is not accepted late. Labs & major projects may be turned in for
half credit up to a week after the due date.
5.
Tardy
Policy: I
appreciate students being on time. Students who are late may miss important
class activities, as well as cause disruptions for the rest of the class.
Tardies will be recorded, and a fourth tardy will result in a referral to the
administration. Further tardies will be dealt with according to school policy.
6.
Extra
Credit:
Not available.
ALL STUDENTS SHALL EXPECT THE RIGHT TO A POSITIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
Final
Thoughts:
I am very happy that you are in my class
and look forward to a terrific year! If you have any questions or concerns,
please feel free to contact me at any time, in person or through e-mail.
Together we can solve just about any problem.
Classroom: #317
Prep Periods: “A” Day: Period #1;
“B” Day: Period #2
Phone #: 503-534-2313 ext. 6078
E-mail: smitha@loswego.k12.or.us
Classroom
Expectations:
1.
Be honest.
2.
Be on time and prepared for class.
3.
There is no food or drink allowed in class.
4.
Keep electronic distractions turned off and in your backpack or locker.
5.
Contribute thoughtful, constructive ideas in class.
6.
Be respectful of yourself and others.