Anatomy and Physiology · SHS1 Biomedical Science

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 1.2.1.LI.1

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify and name at least six major human body systems (nervous, respiratory, circulatory, digestive, endocrine, and musculoskeletal) from diagrams, charts, or models.
Describe the primary function of each major body system in one or two sentences.
Locate and name the key organs or parts of each major body system on a diagram or model.
Classify organs according to the body system to which they belong, giving reasons for their classification.
Work collaboratively in mixed-ability groups to present findings on one assigned body system, including its structure, function, and key parts.

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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.1 - Explore the structure, functions and parts of the major human body systems involved in communication, power, movement, protection, and homeostasis.
Suggested placement: Semester 1, Week 11 (Week 11 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)

Collaborative Learning: Work in groups to study various human body systems such as the nervous, respiratory, circulatory, digestive, endocrine and musculoskeletal systems for group presentations in class.
Exploratory Learning: Using charts, models or videos, assist learners to identify the parts and functions of each of the human body systems discussed.
Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Textbook
- Anatomical models
- Anatomical diagrams
- Virtual anatomical visualization platforms
- Videos
- Charts
Assessment (1.2.1.AS.1). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 1 Recall; Level 2 Skills of conceptual understanding; Level 3 Strategic reasoning; Level 4 Extended critical thinking and reasoning.