Inside Out: Exploring the Human Body (Ongoing)

Ashley McLaurin

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Uncover secrets of the human body in weekly lessons featuring engaging visuals, hands-on activities, and mind-blowing facts on human anatomy and physiology. Each week, we will explore a new body topic—no previous knowledge needed! #academic

Class Experience

US Grade 8 - 11

Each week, we'll explore a different aspect of the body's structure and function. This class blends engaging lectures, captivating videos, intriguing fun facts, and insights into common health issues related to the topic at hand. Throughout our journey, we'll keep the learning fun with interactive games to review what we've discovered each week. 

Whether your student is curious or an aspiring healthcare professional, this class series offers a holistic understanding of the body while keeping...

These goals aim to give students a comprehensive understanding of the human body while aligning with relevant Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for biology and life sciences.

These goals will depend on which lessons your student attends. 

Class Learning Goals:
Skeletal System: Understand bone structure and functions. (NGSS: HS-LS1-1)
Muscular System: Explore muscle types and their roles. (NGSS: HS-LS1-1)
Respiratory System: Examine lung anatomy and gas exchange. (NGSS: HS-LS1-2)
Circulatory System: Identify circulatory components and their functions. (NGSS: HS-LS1-2)
Digestive System: Analyze digestive organs and processes. (NGSS: HS-LS1-2)
Nervous System: Investigate the brain, spinal cord, and neurons. (NGSS: HS-LS1-2)
Sensory Systems: Explore vision, hearing, taste, and smell. (NGSS: HS-LS1-2)
Endocrine System: Understand glands and hormone regulation. (NGSS: HS-LS1-2)
Immune System: Describe immune defense mechanisms. (NGSS: HS-LS1-2)
Integumentary System: Learn about skin structure and functions. (NGSS: HS-LS1-2)
Oral Health: Identify mouth structures and dental care. (NGSS: HS-LS1-2)
Sensory Perception: Understand the skin's role in touch. (NGSS: HS-LS1-2)
Health Issues: Recognize common health issues and their impact. (NGSS: HS-LS1-2, HS-LS4-1)
Scientific Inquiry: Develop research and analysis skills. (NGSS: HS-LS1-3)
Cross-Cutting Concepts: Apply concepts like patterns and cause-effect. (NGSS: HS-LS1-2, HS-LS2-2)
Appreciate Complexity: Foster appreciation for the body's complexity and health choices. (NGSS: HS-LS1-2, HS-LS1-3)

I have a biology degree and have taught life science for 12+ years.

Homework Offered
Students will be given many opportunities to practice and study between classes. The level of homework will depend on the student and their desired result from the course.0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered

Students will be sent note sheets and diagrams to use while following along with the lesson.

In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:CK12 Flexbooks
Gimkit
Quizlet
Khan Academy

Free Resources 
ck12.org
HHMI Biointeractive
Biology Junction
Biology Corner
Crash Course Biology
https://www.bartleby.com/lit-hub/anatomy-of-the-human-body/
https://www.innerbody.com/htm/body.html

Available times

Pacific

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Meet the teacher

Ashley McLaurin

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Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(627)

Hi, and thank you for stopping to look into my courses! 

I am an experienced science educator with over ten years of experience in the classroom. I live in Indiana with my husband, son, and dog. I hold a bachelor's degree in biology, a Texas...