11. Objectives
At the end of the 60-minute discussion, the
students should be able to:
- understand the structure and function of
nervous system;
- explain the actions of sensory and motor
neurons in the body and;
- appreciate the value of clarity of
expression.
12. The nervous system
The nervous system is responsible for
coordinating all of the body's activities.
It controls not only the maintenance of
normal functions but also the body's
ability to cope with emergency
situations.
17. Brain
- a mass of soft
nerve tissue, which is
encapsulated within the
skull
Central Nervous System
18. Brain
Cerebrum
- It is the center for thought and
intelligence. Within the cerebrum are areas for
speech, hearing, smell, sight, memory, learning
and motor and sensory areas.
19. Brain
Cerebellum
- lies below the cerebrum at the back of the
skull. Its functions are to control voluntary
muscles, balance and muscle tone.
31. The class will be divided into two groups. An
illustration of the human body will be distributed among
the groups. Using two different colored markers, the
students will then trace the path of the sensory and
motor neurons. A representative from the group should
be able to explain their work.
Tracing the Neurons
32. On a one whole sheet of paper, write an essay, of
not more than 200 words, about how could we survive
without our nervous system. Your work will be graded
using this rubric :
Content – 60%
Grammar – 40%
Assignment