Human Anatomy

Instructor

Mrs. Deemer

Email

deemer@kosd.org

Google Classroom Code: 5uclqv

Remind

Code: @6a96qf

Classroom Location: 222

Course Overview

This course is intended to present the essential information for understanding structure and function of the human body. We will be using the time-tested systemic approach, in which the body systems are explored individually following the introductory chapter.

Course Materials

3 ring binder

Internet access is required (see me ASAP if this is a concern)

Textbook
Anatomy and Physiology From Science to Life Jenkins, Kemnitz and Tortora

Topics Covered (may vary based on time constraints and interests)

	An Introduction to the Human Body 	The Cardiovascular System
	The Respiratory System 	The Digestive System
	The Skeletal System 	The Muscular System
	The Integumentary System 	The Reproductive System

Classroom Expectations

	Come to class prepared! In order to facilitate class discussions and reduce lecture time in favor of labs and knowledge enhancing activities, you must complete all required assignments.
	Participate

o Take part in class activities- ask questions, add to discussions etc.

o You will be asked to work in cooperative teams, lead discussions, perform lab experiments and teach lessons. It will be much more enjoyable and easier to learn if you take part!!!
	This class requires dedication and quite a bit of study time. You will get out of this class only what you are willing to contribute! This is NOT a class where cramming the day before a test will work!
	Come to class! The work we will be doing during class cannot be replicated at home, labs in particular. Missed labs are difficult to make up and, unless it is an excused (not unexcused or truant) absence, missed labs will be given a zero.
	Be Respectful

o Be quiet while others are talking o Be courteous to everyone
o Use lab equipment with care

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o Be respectful of other people’s property, belongings, as well as their opinions and feelings.

Homework

	The most successful students are those that complete all their own homework.

	I will check or collect all homework right after roll call. All work must be on your desk by that time.

	I will come to your desk once. If your homework is not on your desk at that time, it will be marked late.

Class Communications

	All students are required to sign up for google classroom.

	I also recommend you sign up for remind.com. Parents may join this as well.

Late work

	Learning to budget your time and meet deadlines is a valuable job/life skill which students will need in the "real world". LATE WORK IS NOT ACCEPTABLE. Failing to turn in assignments is NOT an option. Assignments turned in after the due date will drop 1 letter grade each day. After papers have been graded and returned to the class, the assignment will be worth 0%. Once a unit is finished and tested, homework from that chapter WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
	Most homework assignments are spot checked. These must be presented at the beginning of class. I will NOT accept spot checked homework late. These assignments are reviewed in class and used to move onto the next lesson.

Notebook

	This should be your best study tool! You will have information from many sources: lecture notes, video notes, textbook notes and other activities. Bring this to class every day!

Test/Quizzes

	We will have unit tests at the end of each unit which will consist of multiple choice and/or problems. Tests are a large part of your grade it is important that you prepare for them. Keeping current with lessons throughout the semester will help with test preparation.

	Quizzes will be given approximately once a week to check for understanding and determine pace of the class.

Make up work and Absences

	If you are ill, check google classroom, call a friend, or email Ms. Deemer. You are still responsible for the content covered in class on the day of your absence. Each of you is responsible for keeping up with your own make-up work and missed material.
	Daily, punctual attendance is extremely important to your success in this course.

	Unexcused absences/tardies or failure to make up missed work in the required amount of time will result in zero points for tests, quizzes, labs, homework, class work etc.
	Missed class assignments need to be made up within the number of days absent from school (i.e. miss 2 days you have 2 school days upon your return to make up missed work). Make-up labs are usually not offered due to the nature of perishable lab materials and time requirements, however you will be required to fully complete the lab report with provided data or the equivalent.
	If you are on a field trip or school related activity that keeps you from attending class it is your responsibility to get

all missed notes and assignments. If assignment is due that day then it is your responsibility to turn assignment in on the day it is due. If not turned in on due date it will be treated like a late assignment NO EXCEPTIONS!!

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	If you are miss an exam, you must take the exam within one week of test day unless other arrangements have been made. No test/quizzes will be made up during class time!!
	 If you enter school late with an excused tardy you must make up quiz that day after school or there will be an automatic deduction of 10% from your grade.

Grading Policy

	I will be using a the following weighted grading scale: o 50 % Unit Exams/Tests/quizzes
o 15 % Lab and Lab reports o 35 % Homework/classwork

Academic Integrity

	High integrity and academic honesty is expected. Students should not do anything that would bring their integrity into question. All assessments (homework, labs, quizzes, exams, projects, etc.) are expected to be completed only by the student. Collaboration and teamwork is allowed on homework; however, individual work must always be distinctly original from the lab partners’ work or zero credit will be earned. Always properly cite and credit sources that are not your own (text, data, pictures, etc.). Copying work, full or in part, is in violation of the academic honesty policies. DISHONESTY is not tolerated and will always result in a "0" on that test/assignment. Students copying and students allowing others to copy their work are both academically
dishonest. Do not put your classmates in an uncomfortable position by asking to copy. Make the right choices!!

Extra Help

	I am available before/after school and at pre-arranged times to answer student questions and provide help. Please arrange a time to see me if you don't understand something. Please let me know anytime you have concerns or questions.

Final Note

	We’re going to have a lot of fun this year. As emerging adults, my goal is to give you a great deal of responsibility both within and outside of the classroom. Although you are ultimately in charge of your own education, it is important you know that I will always be there to support you in your responsibilities. Please treat the responsibility with respect, and as always, take care of yourself, your friends, and your school.

KOSD’s mission is to provide a safe learing enviornment that prepares critical thinkers to become responsible and productive members of society

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