Mrs. Anna Ward James Martin MS The Endocrine System Mrs. Anna Ward James Martin MS
Should scientists complete research on stem cells? Do NoW!!! On your note card, please answer the “MAKE BELIEVE” writing prompt below. Please write one sentence as an opening to an argumentative writing task. REMEMBER WHAT MR. SHARKEY HAS TAUGHT YOU ABOUT ANSWERING QUESTIONS. Should scientists complete research on stem cells?
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Science Fair Projects Homework for MONDAY…I need your: Topic Scientific Question Hypothesis
What is the endocrine system? What does it do to help the body maintain homeostasis?
Hormones (Page 35) Hormones come from glands all over the body. Hormone travel through the bloodstream as chemical messages to regulate many things: Growth Physical Development Sexual Development Body Temperature Stress Responses (Fight or Flight) Being tired/awake Being hungry/full Among many, many other things!!!
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Adrenaline Adrenaline is a hormone produced in the adrenal glands on top of the kidneys. It helps your body respond in stressful situations. (FIGHT or FLIGHT) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4g25d7_ Afmc People can become addicted to this feeling (adrenaline junkies)
The Pituitary Gland A gland in the brain about the size of a pea Regulates many of the glands and other hormones The pituitary gland regulates growth in the human body.
Pituitary Gland Brainstorm: What would happen if the pituitary gland didn’t work properly? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rf- lcBzZwC4 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F0V_8ZX ZyzM
What about not enough Growth Hormone? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_QBy8DF aLR4
Exit Ticket (On the back of your DO NOW!!!) What can I do as your teacher to help you be successful with your science fair project? Examples: Take the class to the library Stay after school for tutoring Give me some online resources Take the class to the computer lab for research Help me chose an idea I have no idea where to start Nothing, I got this!!!!