Anatomy & Physiology
This course is designed for juniors and seniors who are interested in studying science in college. Therefore, the course is treated as an introductory, college-level course. Students are expected to complete assignments on their own. Emphasis is placed on quizzes, tests, and projects. After taking this course, students will not only gain a better understanding of the human body, but they will also be better prepared to take science courses in college.
REMINDERS
*Anatomy in the News summaries MUST be typed. These summaries must be handed in on the DAY THEY ARE DUE. No exceptions. (Use the starred (*) web links below to find an appropriate article related to the human body). Summaries are due on the following dates:
*Disease Diary MUST be typed. These summaries must also be handed in on the DAY THEY ARE DUE. No exceptions. Students may search for diseases using web links provided. Disease Diaries are due on the following dates:
For all students
CONDUCTING RESEARCH & CITING SOURCES
Learning how to conduct research is an extremely important skill. This year we will work on improving research skills. This will simultaneously help to improve reading and writing skills!
As you research, complete the following steps:
1. Take notes on a separate piece of paper.
This will help you to put the information in your own words. It is VERY important that you do not copy the information directly from the article or book you are reading. If you include this copied information in your work, your work is not really your own; this is considered plagiarism.**
2. Write down vocabulary you are unsure of, and look up the definition! Write a sentence with the word in it!
Often, we read words in context and think we know what they mean. But if the word is isolated, we have a hard time recalling a definition for that word. In other words, we "make up" definitions for words to fit into the context. Making a vocabulary list will not only help you to understand what you are reading much better, but it will also improve your vocabulary for important tests such as CAPT and SATs.
3. Cite your source using the proper format!
You will be required to cite your source any time research is conducted. Not only will you complete research projects, but you will need to summarize one article each month (which includes citing your source). Follow the instructions below to cite your source properly.
If you are using a webpage:
Author (last, first initial). Title of article. Name of web page. Date published or current date. Available from: website.
Example.
Van Noorden, R. Mice saved from lethal allergic reaction. News@nature.com. 2 August 2006. Available from: http://www.nature.com/news/2006/060731/pf/060731-6_pf.html.
If you are using a section/chapter of a book:
Author (last, first initial). Year. Title of section/chapter (only first word capitalized). Place of publication: Name of publisher. Total number of pages (p. __).
Example.
Miller, K. and Levine, J. 2002. Land Biomes. New York: Pearson Education. 7 pgs.
*Note: When an author is not listed, use "Anonymous" in place of the author's name.
**PLAGIARISM**
Plagiarism involves copying directly from another source while failing to give credit to the author. When using a direct quote, use quotation marks. When summarizing ideas from an article, cite the source at the end of your work. Plagiarism will not be tolerated. Any student caught plagiarizing will receive a zero on the assignment and will be referred to the assistant principal. Plagiarism is a serious offense. Many colleges will expel students if they are found plagiarizing.
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Feel free to contact me anytime through email, spagliaro@crec.org, or by phone, 242-7834 x2357.
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