Anatomy and Physiology · SHS2 Biomedical Science

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 2.2.1.LI.1 - Explain the role the brain and brain mapping play in the communication system of the human body.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify the major regions of the brain (cerebrum, cerebellum, brainstem, and diencephalon) on a chart, diagram, or model and state at least one general function for each region.
Describe the specific functions of the four lobes of the cerebral cortex (frontal, parietal, temporal, and occipital), including the motor, sensory, auditory, and visual cortexes.
Explain how each brain region contributes to the body’s communication system, giving at least two concrete examples of communication pathways.
Create a labelled and colour-coded picture map of the brain showing the distinct structural and functional characteristics of each region.
Interpret a simple EEG recording or brain map to identify which region of the brain is active during a given activity.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Human Body Systems (Strand 2)
Sub-strand: Anatomy and Physiology (2.1)
Content standard: 2.2.1.CS.1 - Demonstrate an understanding of the interconnectedness of some body systems for communication. 2.2.1.LO.1 Identify the various regions the brain, describe their functions and their interconnectedness with some body systems for communication.
Indicator: 2.2.1.LI.1 - Explain the role the brain and brain mapping play in the communication system of the human body.
Suggested placement: Semester 1, Week 10 (Week 10 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. 59

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Experiential Learning: Using charts, diagrams or 3D models, learners discuss and note major regions of the brain and their general functions. Learners sketch and colour the various regions with unique colours.
Activity-Based Learning: Learners work in groups with their given illustrations/models and other literature to create a picture map of the distinct structural and functional characteristics of each region of the brain. Learners also investigate and document the specific functions of the lobes of the cerebral cortex (motor, sensory, auditory and visual cortexes).
Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Anatomical textbook
- Pictures
- Projector
- Anatomical models
- Charts Projector
- EEG recording facility
- Flip charts
Assessment (2.2.1.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.