9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, High School Grades  Project 2 weeks

Bone Voyage: Skeletal System Adventure!

Evelyn C
KY.HS.C.8
KY.HS.G.28
HS-LS1-4
Productive Collaborator
Critical Thinker
+ 1 more
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Purpose

This learning experience immerses students in the complexities of bone health, emphasizing real-world applications and collaborative problem-solving. Through hands-on activities, role-playing, and community partnerships, students explore the intricacies of bone structure, joint function, and the impact of nutrition on skeletal health. The project fosters critical thinking and creativity, empowering students to develop practical solutions for bone-related issues and promoting lifelong wellness.

Learning goals

Students will explore the anatomy and physiology of the skeletal system, focusing on bone structure, joint function, and the healing process of fractures. They will investigate the impact of nutrition on bone health and develop personalized plans to promote optimal growth and repair. Through collaborative projects and real-world applications, students will enhance their critical thinking and problem-solving skills, while gaining insights into the roles of healthcare professionals in orthopedic care.
Standards
  • [Kentucky] KY.HS.C.8 - (+) Define and identify different types of discontinuity – removable (hole) or non-removable (jump, asymptote) – in terms of limits.
  • [Kentucky] KY.HS.G.28 - Identify the shapes of two-dimensional cross-sections of three-dimensional objects and identify three-dimensional objects generated by rotations of two-dimensional objects.
  • [Next Generation Science Standards] HS-LS1-4 - Use a model to illustrate the role of cellular division (mitosis) and differentiation in producing and maintaining complex organisms.
Competencies
  • Productive Collaborator - Engages with others to achieve a common goal through building positive relationships, actively listening, showing empathy, and making individual contributions to a larger group.
  • Critical Thinker - Thinks deeply and makes informed decisions to create solutions or new understanding supported by relevant and reliable evidence.
  • Empowered Learner - Demonstrates mastery and application of academic competencies. Develops the skills and dispositions to persist through difficulties and plan for a future of self-improvement.

Products

Students will develop an interactive digital app simulating the bone healing process, which they will present at the 'Skeleton Symposium' for audience engagement and feedback. Additionally, they will organize a hands-on workshop to create personalized bone health plans, facilitating this activity during the 'Wellness Workshop' to encourage practical application of nutritional knowledge. Furthermore, students will produce a series of educational videos on the role of nutrition in bone health, incorporating animations and expert interviews, and screen them during the 'Wellness Workshop' to initiate discussions on healthy lifestyle choices.

Launch

Kick off the project with a dynamic 'Fracture Fixers Forum' where students step into the roles of orthopedic surgeons. Using props and costumes, students will diagnose and treat simulated bone fractures, engaging in hands-on problem-solving. This immersive activity will not only spark curiosity but also lay the foundation for exploring bone health and the skeletal system throughout the project.

Exhibition

Students will host a 'Joint Journey Showcase,' performing live demonstrations of joint movements using their 3D models to explain mechanics and injury prevention strategies to peers and local health professionals. Additionally, they will participate in a 'Skeleton Symposium,' presenting case study analyses in a panel discussion format, inviting questions and feedback from community partners and classmates. Finally, students will lead a 'Wellness Workshop,' facilitating interactive sessions on nutrition and lifestyle choices that promote bone health, providing attendees with practical tips and engaging activities to apply in their daily lives.
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