Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term - Senior Secondary 1

Systems of the body

TERM – 1ST TERM

WEEK SIX

Class: Senior Secondary School 1

Age: 15 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: HEALTH EDUCATION

Topic: SYSTEMS OF THE BODY

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to

I.) Identify the major systems in the body

II.) Discuss the individual function of each system.

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers, demonstration, videos from source

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Videos, loud speaker, textbook, pictures,

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

PRESENTATION

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S

ACTIVITY

STEP 1

INTRODUCTION

The teacher identifies all the systems and write them on the board.

Students listens attentively to the teacher                                                                          

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher explains the functions of each system to the body.

Students exhibit attentiveness and active engagement

STEP 3

NOTE TAKING

The teacher writes a summarized

note on the board

The students

copy the note in

their books

 

NOTE

SYSTEMS OF THE BODY

The eight major systems of the human body are:

  1. Circulatory system
  2. Respiratory system
  3. Nervous system
  4. Digestive system
  5. Muscular system
  6. Skeletal system
  7. Endocrine system
  8. Immune system

Circulatory system

This system includes the heart, blood vessels, and blood. Its primary function is to transport oxygen, nutrients, hormones, and other substances throughout the body and remove waste products.

 - Transports oxygen, nutrients, hormones, and waste products throughout the body.

   - Regulates body temperature and pH balance.

   - Helps in immune response and clotting.

Respiratory system

Comprised of the lungs, airways, and respiratory muscles, this system facilitates the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the body and the environment through breathing.

  - Facilitates the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the body and the environment.

   - Helps regulate pH balance in the body.

   - Filters and humidifies air entering the lungs.

Nervous system

The nervous system consists of the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and sensory organs. It controls and coordinates voluntary and involuntary actions and transmits signals between different parts of the body.

   - Controls and coordinates voluntary and involuntary actions.

   - Receives and interprets sensory information.

   - Regulates bodily functions and maintains homeostasis.

Digestive system

 This system involves the organs responsible for digestion and nutrient absorption, including the mouth, esophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, and pancreas. It breaks down food into nutrients that can be used by the body for energy and growth.

   - Breaks down food into nutrients that can be absorbed by the body.

   - Absorbs water and electrolytes.

   - Eliminates waste products from the body.

Muscular system

Composed of skeletal muscles, smooth muscles, and cardiac muscles, this system enables movement, maintains posture, and generates heat.

   - Enables movement of the body and its parts.

   - Maintains posture and stability.

   - Generates heat through muscle contractions.

Skeletal system

 Made up of bones, cartilage, and ligaments, the skeletal system provides structural support, protects organs, produces blood cells, and stores minerals such as calcium and phosphorus.

   - Provides structural support and protection for the body.

   - Facilitates movement by serving as attachment points for muscles.

   - Produces blood cells and stores minerals.

Endocrine system

This system consists of glands that secrete hormones, which regulate various bodily functions such as metabolism, growth, reproduction, and mood.

 - Regulates metabolism, growth, development, and reproduction.

   - Helps maintain homeostasis by releasing hormones into the bloodstream.

   - Coordinates responses to stress and environmental changes.

Immune system

 Comprising white blood cells, lymph nodes, the spleen, and other tissues and organs, the immune system defends the body against pathogens, infections, and foreign substances, helping to maintain health and prevent illness.

  - Defends the body against pathogens, such as bacteria, viruses, and parasites.

   - Removes damaged or abnormal cells.

   - Recognizes and responds to foreign substances to maintain health and prevent illness.

EVALUATION: 1. Identify 5 systems in the body

  1. Describe the functions of the systems mentioned in 1 above.

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively