Lesson: Male Reproductive System

What is meant by the saying "When it comes to men, the chemistry is easy but the plumbing is difficult"?

This lesson investigates the structures, functions and pathologies that affect the male reproductive system. Students will investigate the process of spermatogenesis and then trace the journey (and additional changes) that occur as the sperm makes its way through and out of the body. Common disorders and treatments will be discussed.

Warm Ups, etc:

Spermatogenesis

A Squeezed Hard Boiled Egg

Male Parts

Life of Sammy Sperm

Instruction, Presentations, Assignments, Activities, etc:

Link to Study Guide Objectives & Vocabulary

Handout - Male Anatomy (master)

Diagram - Male Anatomy - students use textbook to label diagrams of the male reproductive anatomy and the structures of the testes.

Presentation - Male Anatomy

Demonstration - Acrosomal action of sperm

Assignment - Male Reproductive Disorders

Web Resources:

https://training.seer.cancer.gov/anatomy/reproductive/male/

https://training.seer.cancer.gov/anatomy/reproductive/male/testes.html

https://training.seer.cancer.gov/anatomy/reproductive/male/duct.html

https://training.seer.cancer.gov/anatomy/reproductive/male/glands.html

https://training.seer.cancer.gov/anatomy/reproductive/male/penis.html

https://training.seer.cancer.gov/anatomy/reproductive/male/response.html