Anatomy and Physiology · SHS1 Biomedical Science

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 1.2.1.LI.3 - Evaluate how the interconnections and interactions of multiple body systems are necessary for life.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Trace the chain of organ-system responses that follow a given injury or unfavourable condition, identifying at least three interconnected systems in each case.
Construct a labelled mind map showing how at least four body systems interact to maintain health and homeostasis.
Predict the consequences for the whole organism when one body system fails, using specific examples from the skeletal, muscular, nervous, circulatory and respiratory systems.
Evaluate a real or simulated clinical scenario (for example, a compound fracture or a reflex action) and justify which systems must respond and why their coordinated response is essential for survival.
Defend their reasoning in mixed-ability groups, giving and receiving constructive feedback as they compare their interconnection maps.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Human Body Systems (Strand 2)
Sub-strand: Anatomy and Physiology (2.1)
Content standard: 1.2.1.CS.1 - Demonstrate an understanding of the human body systems and how they are interconnected. 1.2.1.LO.1 Identify the various human body systems and establish interrelations between the systems for life.
Indicator: 1.2.1.LI.3 - Evaluate how the interconnections and interactions of multiple body systems are necessary for life.
Suggested placement: Semester 1, Week 13 (Week 13 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: NaCCA curriculum document, p. 33

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Project-Based Learning: Learners work in groups to create a map of the interconnectedness of the body systems and how they work together to support life. Using an appropriate table/figure as a reference, learners illustrate how injury (e.g., compound fracture with bone protruding through the skin, reflex action etc.) or an unfavourable condition elicits responses in other organ systems for health.
Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Textbook
- Anatomical models
- Anatomical diagrams
- Virtual anatomical visualization platforms
- Videos
- Charts
Assessment (1.2.1.AS.3). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 4 Extended critical thinking and reasoning.