All late homework assignments will be worth ˝ credit. This means that if you
turn in an assignment late and you score a 100%, a 50% will go in my grade-book.
Moral of the story: get your homework IN and make sure that it is ON TIME!Human Physiology & Sports Medicine
www.emerson.k12.nj.us/staff/ccastellana
Miss
Christin A. Castellana
This course is a
content and laboratory intensive class that includes an in depth study of the
anatomy and physiology of the human body. Parts of the body will be studied in
detail with special attention to cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems.
Emphasis will also be placed on homeostasis. Laboratory exercises will include
some college level activities that emphasize both analytical thought and
creative process. Students will explore how physical exercise can produce many
favorable changes in some anatomical structures and enhance many physiological
functions. This course is strongly recommended for students interested in
pursuing careers in medicine, sports training, kinesiology, or other health
related fields.
Tortora, G.J., &
Grabowski, S.R. (2001). Introduction to the Human Body: The Essentials of
Anatomy and Physiology, 5th ed.
Grades: Your grade in this class will be based on percentage, not total points.
·
80% Content
o
Tests 30%
o
Labs 20%
o
Quiz 15% (Announced and Unannounced)
o
Homework 15%
All late homework assignments will be worth ˝ credit. This means that if you
turn in an assignment late and you score a 100%, a 50% will go in my grade-book.
Moral of the story: get your homework IN and make sure that it is ON TIME!
·
20% Participation
o This component of your grade includes attendance,
participation, preparation, and cooperation.
o Everyone in this class starts with a 100% participation
grade. It will only be reduced if you “mess up”…lates,
unprepared,
fooling around, late homework… you know
what
this means. Be good.
·
Be prepared:
Each
day, come to class prepared with the following: textbook,
binder,
pen/pencil, and an assignment pad.
·
Necessary items:
You
may want to purchase your own colored pencils. We will use
them
frequently throughout the year for interpreting data and diagrams.
·
Web Assignments:
We will use the Internet frequently throughout this
course. You should check our class web-site (at minimum) every Monday to prepare
for the week’s activities. Many times, your assignments will be
“interactive”, and will require you to communicate with me via e-mail. Not
all assignments will be passed out in class. Most will be posted on the web for
you to download on your own time. Make sure your school account is in order and
in good standing!
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Volunteer Hours / T.A. Program
This course is most important for students interested in pursuing careers in the health sciences. The health sciences make up some of the most competitive programs offered to college students. In this course you will not only be prepared with the content knowledge necessary for acceptance into such programs, but you will also be exposed to different fields in the health sciences. Many colleges require volunteer hours in your area of interest prior to acceptance. Throughout the year, multiple opportunities will be provided for you to take advantage of. Please let me know if you are interested as they come about.
