Superhero Physiology

You'll never look at a superhero the same way after this course! Each week, students will explore a new superhero to learn about the physiological processes behind their incredible powers and abilities. Through the lens of popular superheroes, students will dive into topics in human physiology—from sweating to hearing—and discover what really makes these powers "super." Each day will begin with an introduction to a system of the human body and a related superhero through worksheets and partner activities. Students will engage in critical thinking and problem-solving to creatively explain how that superhero's powers might work based on what they've just learned. Finally, students will collaborate to build models of their superhero's physiological system to share with the class.