Inside Out: Exploring the Human Body (Semester Format)
What's included
18 live meetings
15 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Students will be given many opportunities to practice and study between classes. The level of homework will depend on the student and their desired result from the course.Class Experience
US Grade 8 - 11
Beginner - Intermediate Level
Join us on an exciting journey through the human body in our weekly interactive class series. Each week, we'll explore a different aspect of the body's structure and function. This class blends engaging lectures, captivating videos, intriguing fun facts, and insights into common health issues related to the topic at hand. Throughout our journey, we'll keep the learning fun with interactive games to review what we've discovered each week. Whether your student is curious or an aspiring healthcare professional, this class series offers a holistic understanding of the body while keeping them engaged. Join us as we unlock the remarkable science and stories of the human body, one captivating class at a time! Week of Oct 22, 2023 ⭐Week 1: Skeletal System Bones: Structure and Types Joints: Types and Functions Cartilage and Connective Tissues Health Issue: Osteoporosis (Bone Density Loss) Week of Oct 29, 2023 ⭐Week 2: Muscular System Muscles: Types, Function, and Muscle Groups Tendons and Ligaments Muscle Fibers and Contraction Health Issue: Muscular Dystrophy (Muscle Weakening) Week of Nov 5, 2023 ⭐Week 3: Respiratory System Lungs: Anatomy and Function Trachea, Bronchi, and Bronchioles Alveoli and Gas Exchange Health Issue: Asthma (Bronchial Constriction) Week of Nov 12, 2023 ⭐Week 4: Circulatory System Heart: Structure and Function Blood Vessels: Arteries, Veins, and Capillaries Blood: Components and Circulation Health Issue: Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) Week of Nov 19, 2023 ⭐Week 5: Digestive System Stomach, Small Intestine, and Large Intestine Liver and Pancreas: Digestive Enzymes Esophagus and Digestive Tract Health Issue: Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Week of Nov 26, 2023 ⭐Week 6: Brain Brain: Anatomy and Regions Health Issue: Alzheimer's Disease (Neurodegenerative) Week of Dec 3, 2023 ⭐Week 7: Spinal Cord and Nervous System Spinal Cord and Nerves Neurons: Structure and Signaling Health Issue: Peripheral Neuropathy (Nerve Damage) Week of Dec 10, 2023 ⭐Week 8: Sensory Systems Vision: Eye Anatomy and Visual Processing Hearing: Ear Structures and Auditory Perception Taste and Smell: Sensory Receptors and Perception Touch and Skin Receptors Health Issue: Glaucoma (Vision Loss) Week of Dec 17, 2023 ⭐Week 9: Endocrine System Hormone-Producing Glands: Pituitary, Thyroid, Adrenal, etc. Hormones and Their Functions Health Issue: Diabetes Mellitus (Insulin Dysfunction) Health Issue: Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid) Winter Break Week of Jan 7, 2024 ⭐Week 10: Immune System White Blood Cells: Types and Functions Lymphatic System: Lymph Nodes and Immune Response Immune Cells and Antigens Health Issue: Autoimmune Diseases (Immune System Attacks Healthy Cells) Week of Jan 14, 2024 ⭐Week 11: Lymphatic System Lymph Nodes: Structure and Functions Lymphatic Circulation Health Issue: Lymphedema (Lymphatic Fluid Accumulation) Week of Jan 21, 2024 ⭐Week 12: Urinary System Kidneys: Structure and Function Urinary Bladder and Ureters Health Issue: Kidney Stones Week of Jan 28, 2024 ⭐Week 13: Auditory System (Ear) Ear Anatomy: Outer, Middle, and Inner Ear Health Issue: Tinnitus (Ringing in the Ears) Week of Feb 4, 2024 ⭐Week 14: Vision System (Eye) Eye Structures: Cornea, Lens, Retina, etc. Health Issue: Cataracts (Clouding of the Eye Lens) Week of Feb 11, 2024 ⭐Week 15: Taste and Smell Systems Taste Buds and Gustatory Receptors Olfactory Epithelium and Smell Perception Health Issue: Anosmia (Loss of Smell) Week of Feb 18, 2024 ⭐Week 16: Oral System (Mouth and Throat) Salivary Glands and Saliva Pharynx and Esophagus Health Issue: Tonsilitis Week of Feb 25, 2024 ⭐Week 17: Oral Health Teeth: Anatomy and Types Gums and Oral Mucosa Health Issue: Periodontal Disease (Gum Infections) Week of Mar 3, 2024 ⭐Week 18: Integumentary System (Skin) Epidermis and Dermis Skin Appendages: Hair, Nails, and Glands Health Issue: Eczema (Skin Inflammation)
Learning Goals
These goals aim to give students a comprehensive understanding of the human body while aligning with relevant Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for biology and life sciences.
These goals will depend on which lessons your student attends.
Class Learning Goals:
Skeletal System: Understand bone structure and functions. (NGSS: HS-LS1-1)
Muscular System: Explore muscle types and their roles. (NGSS: HS-LS1-1)
Respiratory System: Examine lung anatomy and gas exchange. (NGSS: HS-LS1-2)
Circulatory System: Identify circulatory components and their functions. (NGSS: HS-LS1-2)
Digestive System: Analyze digestive organs and processes. (NGSS: HS-LS1-2)
Nervous System: Investigate the brain, spinal cord, and neurons. (NGSS: HS-LS1-2)
Sensory Systems: Explore vision, hearing, taste, and smell. (NGSS: HS-LS1-2)
Endocrine System: Understand glands and hormone regulation. (NGSS: HS-LS1-2)
Immune System: Describe immune defense mechanisms. (NGSS: HS-LS1-2)
Integumentary System: Learn about skin structure and functions. (NGSS: HS-LS1-2)
Oral Health: Identify mouth structures and dental care. (NGSS: HS-LS1-2)
Sensory Perception: Understand the skin's role in touch. (NGSS: HS-LS1-2)
Health Issues: Recognize common health issues and their impact. (NGSS: HS-LS1-2, HS-LS4-1)
Scientific Inquiry: Develop research and analysis skills. (NGSS: HS-LS1-3)
Cross-Cutting Concepts: Apply concepts like patterns and cause-effect. (NGSS: HS-LS1-2, HS-LS2-2)
Appreciate Complexity: Foster appreciation for the body's complexity and health choices. (NGSS: HS-LS1-2, HS-LS1-3)
Other Details
Supply List
Students will be sent note sheets and diagrams to use while following along with the lesson.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
Free Resources
ck12.org
HHMI Biointeractive
Biology Junction
Biology Corner
Crash Course Biology
https://www.bartleby.com/lit-hub/anatomy-of-the-human-body/
https://www.innerbody.com/htm/body.html
Reviews
Live Group Class
$15
weekly or $270 for 18 classes1x per week, 18 weeks
50 min
Completed by 5 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-17
2-6 learners per class