Anatomy & Physiology
Course Focus
Apply the following for each content standard.
A&P.1
Identify SDA Christian principles and values in correlation with science.
A&P.1.1
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Recognize God's power as Designer, Creator, Sustainer, and Redeemer in the universe.
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A&P.1.2
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Acknowledge God as the Author of all scientific principles and laws regardless of man's interpretation.
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A&P.1.3
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Develop stewardship and service attitudes toward health, life, and earth's environment.
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A&P.1.4
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Apply Biblical principles of Christian morality, integrity, and ethical behavior to all aspects of life.
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A&P.1.5
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Equip students with Christian perspectives on scientific issues.
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Course Abilities
Apply the following to each content standard.
A&P.2
Develop abilities in science.
HS-ETS1
A&P.2.1
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Develop critical and creative thinking skills (analysis, evaluation, divergent questioning, modeling).
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A&P.2.2
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Understand and utilize the scientific method of problem solving.
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A&P.2.3
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Utilize the principles and methodologies of cooperative learning.
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A&P.3
Be able to apply science knowledge and skills to a variety of purposes.
HS-ETS1
A&P.3.1
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Recognize scientific principles and laws as tools to solve problems in everyday life.
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A&P.3.2
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Apply the scientific method in analysis of controversial topics, e.g., cloning, global warming, stem cell research.
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A&P.3.3
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Read, write, and interpret scientific documents (lab write-ups, journals, scientific publications).
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A&P.3.4
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Conduct research in the content area.
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A&P.3.5
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Engage in various uses of technology.
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Course Content
Anatomical Orientation, Cells and Tissues, Systems (Understand, explore, analyze, apply.)
A&P.4
Be able to understand principles of anatomy and physiology.
A&P.4.1
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Recognize God as the designer and creator of the human body.
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A&P.4.2
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Define and properly use anatomical orientation terminology.
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A&P.4.3
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Demonstrate an understanding of the structure of cell types and tissues.
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A&P.4.4
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Identify the components within each system (skeletal, digestive, circulatory, etc.).
HS-LS1-2
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A&P.4.5
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Describe the major chemical and cellular processes necessary for maintaining life (cellular respiration, protein synthesis, mitosis, meiosis).
HS-LS1-1, 1-4, 1-6, 1-7, 3-1, 3-2, 3-3
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A&P.5
Be able to safely explore human anatomy and physiology.
A&P.5.1
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Examine anatomy of specimens.
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A&P.5.2
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Explore human cells and tissues with microscopes.
HS-LS1-2
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A&P.5.3
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Investigate the function of components within each system.
HS-LS1-2, 1-3, 1-7
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A&P.6
Be able to analyze human physiology.
A&P.6.1
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Interpret the relationship between the structure and the function of cell types and tissues.
HS-LS1-2, 1-7, 3-1, 3-2
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A&P.6.2
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Evaluate the relationship between the structure and the function of organs.
HS-LS1-3
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A&P.6.3
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Correlate the structure of each organ system with its function.
HS-LS1-2
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A&P.6.4
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Analyze the interdependence of organ systems in the body.
HS-LS1-2, 1-3
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A&P.7
Be able to apply principles of anatomy and physiology to health and life.
A&P.7.1
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Strengthen belief in God as Designer and Creator from studying anatomy and physiology.
HS-LS1-3
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A&P.7.2
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Utilize the concepts of anatomy and physiology to improve lifestyle choices.
HS-LS3-2
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