Anatomy & Physiology Syllabus
1st & 3rd hour- Ms. Breann Nichols
Room 11
217.742.3151 Ext.212
bnichols@winchesterschools.net
This course is a study of the structure and function of the human body including the following systems: skeletal, cardiovascular, immune, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive , urinary, and reproductive. Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis.
Notes - either written or typed
Homework
Labs/projects/activities
Tests & Quizzes
This will then be consolidated with the final exam, which is weighted at 20%.
Notes
Teacher presentations - TAKE NOTES – effort you put in is the result you get out.
Homework - 5-20 points each
Most in text assignments are given on one day and checked the following day.
Weight 15% of your classwork grade
Tests & Quizzes - 40-100 points each;
Vocabulary - handed out at the beginning of the chapter and quizzes at the end.
Mini-quizzes - assess a specific skill.
Tests are given at the end of each chapter, unless otherwise noted, and include matching, multiple choice, short answers, and problem solving.
I do not grade on a curve
Semester Exams are all cumulative and will be weighted more towards the end of the terms material
Weight-50% of the classwork grade
Labs/Projects – 10 – 40 points depending on length
Lab reports need to be completed and turned in for full credit.
Weight-35% of the classwork grade
Extra Credit – randomly given throughout the term
Classroom Rules -When in doubt, rules and discipline set by the student handbook will be defaulted to.
I will complete all assignments
I will not plagiarize, cheat, or copy from any source.
I will follow directions the first time they are given.
Eyes front and no talking while the teacher is talking.
I will clean up if I make a mess.
I will treat others the way I want to be treated.
I will use appropriate language
If you choose to break a rule:
Verbal Warning
Detention
Office referral
Severe Disruption: Student sent immediately to office.
Late Work Policy - Work submitted on due date has a potential for 100% of points.
All late work will be put into the gradebook as a zero
Students will ONLY have the opportunity to make up those missed assignments for full credit the week of each chapter unit
If the missing assignment was during an unexcused absence the grade will remain a zero
After the Unit test missing assignments will remain zeroes in the gradebook
Anatomy & Physiology Curriculum (Subject to change due to pacing)
Orientation to the Body
Cells and Tissues
Skeletal System
Muscular System
Cardiovascular System
Respiratory System
Digestive System
Urinary System
Reproductive System