Integumentary System

The Integumentary System : 

The Integumentary System Human Anatomy

Lesson Targets : 

Lesson Targets I can list several important functions of the integumentary system. I can identify the epidermis, dermis, hair follicle, sebaceous gland and sweat gland on a diagram of the skin. I can describe the characteristics of each layer of the skin. I can explain the function of melanin in the skin. I can create a website/webpage using Weebly.

Homework Assignments : 

Homework Assignments

Think about it… : 

Think about it… Your skin is the largest organ in your body! It weighs approximately 8 pounds and covers a surface area of 22 square feet. You have about 300 million skin cells, and every minute you shed up to 40,000 of them.

Visit this link to learn about the structures and functions of the skin. Write down several important functions of the skin to use later in this lesson. : 

Visit this link to learn about the structures and functions of the skin. Write down several important functions of the skin to use later in this lesson. Structures and Functions of the Skin

Visit this link to learn how to identify skin structures. Be sure to be able to identify the epidermis, dermis, hair follicle, sebaceous gland and sweatgland. : 

Visit this link to learn how to identify skin structures. Be sure to be able to identify the epidermis, dermis, hair follicle, sebaceous gland and sweatgland. Skin Structures

What is melanin? : 

What is melanin? A pigment produced by melanocytes in the skin creating various shades and colors of skin Article about Melanin Learn more… Article about Skin Color Adaptation Learn more…

Can you label the skin layers and structures? : 

Can you label the skin layers and structures? If you are unsure of any layer or structure, go back to the resources linked to previous slides in this lesson presentation.

Can you diagnose this? : 

Can you diagnose this? Look at this photo of the skin with a disorder. Post your diagnosis on the Discussion Board so you can share ideas with others. Include reasons for your diagnosis. Image from www.webMD.com

Body Systems : 

Body Systems Integumentary System Skeletal System Muscular System Nervous System Endocrine System Cardiovascular System Lymphatic System Respiratory System Digestive System Urinary System Reproductive System Set up a website… Go to www.weebly.com and set up a free account. Click on “Create a Site” and title it “Human Anatomy.” Click on “Designs” and select one. Click on “Settings” and unclick the navigation box. Click on “Pages” and list the systems we will be studying. Click on “Publish” and write down your URL. Click here to view a videoclip on using Weebly!

Remember Due Dates! : 

Remember Due Dates! 10/4 Website and web page due! Remember to diagnose the skin disorder and give reasons for your diagnosis. Integumentary System Page Requirements PLEASE GO TO THE INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM PAGE: Make a list of several important functions of the integumentary system with a brief explanation. 2. Include an image of a labeled cross section of skin. Give a brief explanation of the epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis. Include a description of any structures you would like to remember in each. 3. Click on “Publish.” Go back to your website and find the page you created. Post a link to that page on the Discussion Board along with a diagnosis of of the skin disorder pictured on the last slide of the lesson content.

If you’d like to learn more… : 

If you’d like to learn more… Click here for a podcast on bacteria and the skin Click here for a slideshow on adult skin problems Click here for information on dermatology as a career