Introduction
The human body is very complex. It is composed of several levels of organization that include cells, tissues, organs and organ systems. Each smaller level combines together to make the next level. Cells are the building blocks of all living things. A tissue is a group of similar cells working together to perform the same function. Organs are groups of different tissues with a specific function. Finally, organ systems are groups of organs that work together to perform complex tasks on a daily basis.
Task
You have been a long time employee of the Human Body Corporation. You feel that your job is very important to the Human Body. As an organ within the Human Body, you have been carrying out a specific task day in and day out in order to keep the human body functioning. Due to recent budget cuts, the Human Body Corporation is considering having to fire workers. You hope your job is not in jeopardy! You decide to write a persuasive letter to the corporation to convince them not to fire you. You need to research your organ in order to prove its importance within the Human Body.
Process
A. Collecting Data
Use the resource section of this webquest to research your organ. Click on the links to answer the following questions on your worksheet.
1. Where is your organ located?
2. What system//systems does your organ work with?
3. List other organs that your organ works with.
4. List the functions of your organ.
5. Describe how your organ carries out these functions on a daily basis.
6. How would the Human Body be different if your organ were not there to carry out your functions? Cite evidence to support your answer.
Resources
Click on the following links to gather data about your organ. Be sure to hit the back arrow to come back to this webquest.
Human BodyThinkquest -http://staff.4j.lane.edu/~gulka/Site/Human_Body.html
Body Systems -https://www.factmonster.com/dk/encyclopedia/science/body-systems
Kid Info on the Human Body - http://www.kidinfo.com/health/human_body.html
Gross and Cool Body - http://www.scoop.it/t/human-body-grade-5-science
B. Organizing your information
Take notes and gather information on your organ. Be sure not to lose the worksheet you are given. It will help you get imporant information.
C. Writing your letter
Write a persuasive letter to the Human Body Corporation to convince them not to fire your organ. Your letter should be typed in a business format. Be sure to include the location of your organ, the major functions and describe how the Human Body would be different without your organ carrying out its functions. Also, remember to have an introduction and closing paragraph.
Evaluation
Your assignment will be graded based on the following rubric:
| 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Note taking strategies/research | writing shows evidence of detailed notes | writing shows evidence of notes | evidence of some notes | writing shows extremely limited evidence of notes | writing shows no evidence of notes |
| Scientific Evidence | Thoroughly describes functions and how organ impacts whole body. | describes functions and how organ impacts whole body. | describes some functions and how organ impacts whole body. | limited functions and impact on whole body | no functions or impact to body |
| Writing | There are no errors in grammar, mechanics or spelling. | There are few errors in grammar, mechanics or spelling. | There are errors in grammar, mechanics or spelling. | There are multiple errors in grammar, mechanics and spelling. | There are exsessive errors in grammar, mechanics and spelling. |
Conclusion
After you have completed this lesson you should understand the importance of your organ's job at the Human Body Corporation. For more information, ask your teacher for more resources.