Subject: Anatomy and Physiology
1. Topic-
Functions and types of muscles. Muscle anatomy.
 
2. Content-
muscle fibers, smooth muscle, cardiac muscle, skeletal muscle, transverse tubules, myofibrils, tropomyosin, troponin, I band, A band, sliding filament theory, neuromuscular junction, oxygen debt
 
3. Goals: Aims/Outcomes-
1.Explain how each of the three types of muscle tissue functions and where it is found.
2.Comprehend the components of muscle tissue and how they work together to function.
 
4. Objectives-
1.Students will be able to name the three types of muscle, where each is located and the function of each.
2.Students will be able to describe the components of muscle tissue and how they work together to function.
 
5. Materials and Aids-
Textbook, PC Computer, Smartboard, Video, Revealed 3.0 Anatomy software
 
6. Procedures/Methods-

A. Introduction-

1.Show how each type of muscle differs and where they are located.
2.Short video on muscle composition and function.
 

B. Development-

1.Charts and graphs over muscle type, location and function.
2.Revealed software program showing muscle composition and labeling activity.
 

C. Practice-

1.Revealed software program and muscles.
2.Group activity on muscle type and function.
 

D. Independent Practice-

1.Worsheets over muscle types, function and locations.
2.Investigation over health problems related to muscle.
 

E. Accommodations (Differentiated Instruction)-

1.Extra time as needed.
2.One on one instruction as needed.
3.Peer tutoring when appropriate.
 

F. Checking for understanding-

1.Group activity on muscle type and function.
2.Fill in graphs and charts on muscle types, function and composition.

 

G. Closure-

1.Discuss how each type of muscle works to perform various function.
2.Discuss health issues related to muscle and how they are caused.
 
7. Evaluation-
1.Fill in chart on muscle types, function and location.
2.Worksheet over muscle anatomy and function.
3.Chapter Exam
 

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