Standard #: SC.912.L.14.31


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Describe the physiology of hormones including the different types and the mechanisms of their action.


General Information

Subject Area: Science
Grade: 912
Body of Knowledge: Life Science
Standard: Organization and Development of Living Organisms -

A. Cells have characteristic structures and functions that make them distinctive.

B. Processes in a cell can be classified broadly as growth, maintenance, reproduction, and homeostasis.

C. Life can be organized in a functional and structural hierarchy ranging from cells to the biosphere.

D. Most multicellular organisms are composed of organ systems whose structures reflect their particular function.

Date Adopted or Revised: 02/08
Content Complexity Rating: Level 2: Basic Application of Skills & Concepts - More Information
Date of Last Rating: 05/08
Status: State Board Approved

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Lesson Plan

Name Description
The Making of a Marvel: Part 2

This second lesson in human reproduction systems discusses our dependency on hormones for reproductive processes to occur. I will outline the production and release of eggs according to hormone levels and the production of sperm. Students will compare and contrast male and female gamete production. Students will also identify patterns of key female reproductive hormones in their association with the menstrual cycle.

Tutorials

Name Description
Hormonal Communication

Hormones are produced in the endocrine glands and are released in the blood stream. This tutorial will help the learners to understand how the hormones reach their target cells in order to communicate the message.

Introduction to the Endocrine System

This Khan Academy video tutorial describes the basics of the endocrine system and the role of hormones as the communicators of the body. The major endocrine glands and the hormones that they produce are explained.

Mechanism of Steroid Hormone Action

This tutorial will help you to understand how hormones influence the growth and development of organisms.

How Do Hormones Interact with the Nervous System?

This tutorial will help you to understand how hormones interact with the nervous system. The central nervous system can directly release hormones or it can signal tissues throughtout the body to release hormones.

Student Resources

Tutorials

Name Description
Hormonal Communication:

Hormones are produced in the endocrine glands and are released in the blood stream. This tutorial will help the learners to understand how the hormones reach their target cells in order to communicate the message.

Introduction to the Endocrine System:

This Khan Academy video tutorial describes the basics of the endocrine system and the role of hormones as the communicators of the body. The major endocrine glands and the hormones that they produce are explained.

Mechanism of Steroid Hormone Action:

This tutorial will help you to understand how hormones influence the growth and development of organisms.

How Do Hormones Interact with the Nervous System?:

This tutorial will help you to understand how hormones interact with the nervous system. The central nervous system can directly release hormones or it can signal tissues throughtout the body to release hormones.



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