biology 30 learning outcomes
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General Outcome 1
Students will explain how the nervous system controls physiological processes.
Specific Outcomes
Students will:
30–A1.1k describe the general structure and function of a neuron and myelin sheath, explaining the formation and transmission of an action potential, including all-or-none response and intensity of response; the transmission of a signal across a synapse; and the main chemicals and transmitters involved, i.e., norepinephrine, acetylcholine, cholinesterase, dopamine, serotonin
30–A1.2k identify the principal structures of the central nervous systems and explain their functions in regulating the voluntary (somatic) and involuntary (autonomic) systems of the human organism; i.e., cerebral hemispheres and lobes, cerebellum, pons, medulla oblongata,hypothalamus, spinal cord,
30–A1.1sts explain that scientific knowledge and theories develop through hypotheses, the collection of evidence, investigation and the ability to provide explanations
Specific Outcomes for Skills
Initiating and Planning
Students will:
30–A1.1s formulate questions about observed relationships and plan investigations of questions, ideas, problems and issues
Performing and Recording
Students will:
30–A1.2s conduct investigations into relationships between and among observable variables and use a broad range of tools and techniques to gather and record data and information
Students will:
Communication and Teamwork
Students will:
30–A1.4s work collaboratively in addressing problems and apply the skills and conventions of science in communicating information and ideas
Students will explain how the nervous system controls physiological processes.
Specific Outcomes
Students will:
30–A1.1k describe the general structure and function of a neuron and myelin sheath, explaining the formation and transmission of an action potential, including all-or-none response and intensity of response; the transmission of a signal across a synapse; and the main chemicals and transmitters involved, i.e., norepinephrine, acetylcholine, cholinesterase, dopamine, serotonin
30–A1.2k identify the principal structures of the central nervous systems and explain their functions in regulating the voluntary (somatic) and involuntary (autonomic) systems of the human organism; i.e., cerebral hemispheres and lobes, cerebellum, pons, medulla oblongata,hypothalamus, spinal cord,
30–A1.1sts explain that scientific knowledge and theories develop through hypotheses, the collection of evidence, investigation and the ability to provide explanations
- discuss the biological basis of neurological diseases such as mental health disorders
Specific Outcomes for Skills
Initiating and Planning
Students will:
30–A1.1s formulate questions about observed relationships and plan investigations of questions, ideas, problems and issues
Performing and Recording
Students will:
30–A1.2s conduct investigations into relationships between and among observable variables and use a broad range of tools and techniques to gather and record data and information
Students will:
- use a microscope and prepared slides to observe neurons and synapses
- observe the principal features of a mammalian brain, using models, computer simulations or dissections, and identify the major structures of those organs
- investigate and integrate, from library and electronic sources, information on mental health
Communication and Teamwork
Students will:
30–A1.4s work collaboratively in addressing problems and apply the skills and conventions of science in communicating information and ideas
- work cooperatively with group members to investigate neurological (mental health) disorders