Human Anatomy and Physiology

Reproduction, Growth, and Development

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Human Anatomy and Physiology: Standard 6 - Reproduction, Growth, and Development
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Science Curriculum Standards 3251 - Human Anatomy and Physiology	Internet Resources
Relate the structures of the male and female reproductive systems to their functions. 6.1	Female Reproductive System - Interactive diagram. Roll mouse over the various parts to read about their function. Female Reproductive System Lesson Plan - Includes materials and several activities to do with the class. Functions of the Female Reproductive System - From WebMD. Functions of the Male Reproductive System - From WebMD. Guide to Sexual Health Education Programs for Educators Male and Female Reproduction - Describes and defines the parts of the female and male reproductive system. Includes an Introduction Quiz, Female Reproductive Quiz, Male Reproductive Quiz and Conception/Gestation/Birth Quiz. Male and Female Reproductive Systems - Describes what each system consists of as well as the function of each part. Male Reproductive System - The structures, organs and functions. Male Reproductive System Games - Test your knowledge of the various components and functions of the male reproductive system with a variety of games. Male Reproductive System Lesson Plan - Includes materials and several activities to do with the class. PowerPoint Presentations: Reproductive Systems - A variety of PowerPoint slides on human reproduction including male and female reproductive systems. Reproductive System: Organs and Their Functions - Variety of teacher lesson plans and class activities. Reproductive System Practice Exam - A 50 problem practice exam that should be done in 25 minutes. Self checking. Reproductive System Quiz - Multiple choice quiz on the Reproductive System chapter. Self checking. Reproductive Systems: Teacher Activities - Variety of activities including worksheets, Structure and Function of Female Reproductive System - PowerPoint slide with detailed pictures and diagrams.
Describe the role of hormones in controlling the secondary sex characteristics. 6.2	Female Secondary Sex Characteristics - All about female sex hormones. Female Sex Hormones - Description of 3 hormones both males and females produce and the characteristics they produce. Hormonal Control of Reproduction - Audio visual explaining the hormones that control the primary and secondary sex characteristics. Hormones and Their Roles - Defines the major hormones and their characteristics. How Do Hormones Work? - From PBS. Male Secondary Sex Characteristics - All about male sex hormones. Secondary Sex Characteristic - From Wikipedia. Secondary Sexual Characteristics - The changes that occur due to hormonal stimulation. Sex Hormones - Estrogen and testosterone hormones and the roles they play in sex characteristics.
Compare and contrast the processes and products of oogenesis and spermatogenesis. 6.3	Comparative Outline - Describes oogenesis and spermatogenesis via a visual outline. Comparison of Spermatogenesis and Oogenesis - A tubular comparison of both. Menstruation and Spermatogenesis - Lesson plan providing an overview of male and female reproductive systems. Process of Oogenesis - Biology lesson on oogenesis: the processes and hormonal control. Spermatogenesis - The stages and courses of spermatogenesis. Includes quizzes that are self checking. Spermatogenesis and Oogenesis - Animations and tutorials comparing and contrasting male and female formations. Spermatogenesis vs. Oogenesis - The similarities and differences in sperm and ovum formation.
Trace the pathway that sperm travel from the testes to the exterior of the body. 6.4	Class Activity: Journey of the Sperm - Group activity that can be done in the classroom to teach about the pathway of the sperm. Interactive Quiz: Male Reproductive System - Student Anatomy TV provides a visual quiz on the male reproductive system. Self checking. Journey of the Male Sperm - Interactive animation from MedIndia explaining the journey of the sperm to testes to the outside world. Male Reproductive System - Describes the entire process, including the path that sperm travels. Pathway of Sperm - Interactive video describing the path that sperm takes from the testes to the exterior of the body. Sperm Release Pathway - Animated video outlining the pathway. Sperm Pathway - From WikiBooks.
Summarize the events of the menstrual cycle. 6.5	All About Menstruation - Explains puberty, periods and the overall female reproductive system. Female Reproduction and Menstruation - 3 interactive games. Answer the questions correctly to score points with each game. Female Reproductive System - Explains what happens during the menstrual cycle. Menstrual Cycle - Click play to hear the explanation of the menstrual cycle. Interactive diagram. Normal Menstrual Cycle - Activities to assist in teaching and learning the events of the menstrual cycle. Includes a matching game and a quiz-like activity using the animated diagram. Phases of Menstruation - From Wikipedia. Reproductive Cycle Phases - Describes the four phases of the cycle. Teaching the Reproductive System - A lesson plan for teaching the female reproductive system and menstrual cycle. The Menstrual Cycle - Great resource with visuals and a quiz at the end of each module that is self checking.
Describe the hormonal control mechanisms that regulate the menstrual cycle. 6.6	Endocrine System - Explains how the endocrine system is involved in the hormonal control of puberty. Hormonal Regulation - The ovarian cycle and the hormones involved. Hormones and Their Effects - Great resource with an interactive chart of the monthly variation of hormone levels and a quiz at the end of each module that is self checking. Hormones Regulate the Reproductive System - An online textbook describing the regulation of hormones in the menstrual cycle and also in the testes for males. What are Hormones? - Defines the most important hormones regulated. What are the Menstrual Cycle Hormones? - Hormones that regulate the female menstrual cycle.
Sequence the stages of human development from fertilization to birth. 6.7	9 Months of Development - From Parents Magazine. Visual representation of what occurs month to month. Fertilization and Birth - Watch the movie and then see the stages of development in pictures. Includes a quiz too. . From Conception to Birth - TheVisualMD.com visual representation of the human development process. Great video to help demonstrate what exactly occurs during a particular week or month of pregnancy. Human Fetal Development - Slides from Slideshare.com from conception to birth. Teaching the Reproductive System - Objective is for students to identify the basic components of the human reproductive system, and describe the basic functions of the various components; e.g., fertilization, conception. Week by Week Calendar - Pregnancy calendar that lets you click on a week a particular week to see what stage the developmental process is in. When Does Life Begin? - Information on when human life begins, milestones in the life of the unborn child, and resources for learning more about life in the womb.
Describe the functions of the placenta. 6.8	All About the Placenta - Details of the placenta as well as the problems and traditions of the placenta. Development of the Placenta - Information all about the placenta, including colored and detailed slides with explanations. Functions and Roles of Placenta - Describes the whats and hows of the placenta. Importance and Functions of Placenta - From Scienceray. Placenta - From encyclopedia.com. Placenta Development - PowerPoint from St. Luke's Teaching Hospital. Placenta Information - From Wikipedia. Structure and Function of Placenta - You Tube video describing in detail the placenta.
\Research and describe methods of controlling human fertility, and describe their relative effectiveness. 6.9	Birth Control - From Planned Parenthood. Assortment of birth control methods discussed. Birth Control Methods - From WebMD. Learn about the different methods of birth control. Control of Human Fertility - Description of options for controlling the human population. Controlling Fertility - Various methods of controlling fertility by controlling hormones. Human Population Control - From Wikipedia. Prevention of Pregnancy - Methods of birth control and the other related considerations for preventing fertility.