“Anatomy & Physiology: An introduction” is an introductory course for non-science majors. This course provides a comprehensive survey of the discipline, including fundamental principles and concepts. Students will be able to identify the structures of each of the body systems and relate how the body maintains homeostasis. Physiological processes between the exchange and use of energy in the body and how they relate to lifestyle and health are discussed. Finally, students will learn how to communicate clearly with health care professionals and make informed decisions about personal health care and lifestyle.
Grade levels: Adult
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Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology
From the tiniest cells to the largest organ systems, the human body is a complex organism that is capable of both power and grace. When we think of a ballerina, we might conjure images of grace and fluidity. But such elegance relies upon the strength and power of the structures within the body. When we study the human body, we have to ask ourselves not only “How is it structured?” but also “Why does it work that way?” The human body’s form and function are both complementary and interrelated-they compromise in many ways. These are questions that you should ask yourself in every lesson-the relation between form and function is a central theme throughout this course.
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Basic Chemistry & the Cellular Level of Organization
During the initial stages of life, one male cell and one female cell combine and set the stage for cell division. Cells continue to divide and differentiate and cause us to grow-our bones get longer and our muscles and organs get bigger. Because our tissues are made of cells, and our organs made of tissues, more cells must be created in order for us to develop and grow. Through a delicate balance of chemistry and cell division, a mature human being develops and is ultimately comprised of about 75 trillion cells. In this lesson, you’ll learn about how atoms play a part in the chemistry that makes life possible and the ways that cells function and divide.
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Health Risks to the World’s Young
The ‘Convention on the Human Rights of Children’, which asserts the fundamental right of children to be free from discrimination and disadvantage, is the single most ratified human rights treaty in history. Yet to this day there are still many factors that pose a risk to the health of the world’s young. This program examines the most prominent of these risks: early pregnancy and childbirth, HIV/AIDs, malnutrition, mental illness, smoking, alcohol, and violence. The information in this program is supported by insights from experts in each field, and delivered with a non-alarmist approach that focuses on the facts.
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Street Art
To some, street art and graffiti is nothing but vandalism. But to these young artists, it is a vital form of self expression. In this eye-opening program we speak to eight members of Melbourne’s thriving street art scene. Through their stories we look at Melbourne’s street art scene and the contribution of street art and graffiti to art and society around the world. We explore the history of street art, the influences on our featured artists, and the materials and techniques they use. We also define street art and graffiti, and discuss the contentious issue of street art in art galleries.
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ICT Project Management
In this program we meet the iPod and iPad development team at Bjango Software as they manage and develop a complex ICT project. Following the stages of a project’s life cycle; from conception and planning, to building and testing, and implementing and evaluating the finished product – we look at the personnel, procedures, techniques, tools, and methodologies used, together with the social and ethical impacts. Project management tools, such as Gantt charts, collaborative software, systems analysis and planning tools, and the all important formal documentation are shown in action. An essential overview of ICT project management.
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Les Fêtes en France
France’s long and colorful history has given us many reasons to celebrate and the French calendar has a large number of different festivals throughout the year. Filmed entirely in France, in the French language (with the option of French subtitles on the DVD), this exciting program explores five of the most significant of these celebrations – Paques, La Fête des Rois, Poisson d’avril, La Fête Nationale et Noël. It addresses the importance of cultural awareness in learning a language, and enables us to recognize shared traditions as we see social interactions in diverse contexts.
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Une Journée à Paris
In this charming program we join Sophie and Pierre as they spend a day in Paris visiting some world famous monuments – the Louvre, Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame. They take a Batobus on the Seine and walk the renowned Champs Elysees, stopping for lunch at an outdoor cafe. Throughout the program we hear simple French in practical situations, with the option of displaying French subtitles on the DVD. Through these experiences, we learn the importance of prior knowledge when interpreting meaning and deducing meaning from context. There is a strong focus on the interdependence of language and culture.
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Meltdown in Tibet
Using undercover footage and stills, “Meltdown in Tibet” blows the lid off China’s huge and potentially catastrophic dam-building projects in Tibet. The mighty rivers sourced in Tibet are lifelines to the people of India and Southeast Asia. These rivers are at great risk from rapidly receding glaciers – a meltdown accelerated by climate change – and from large-scale damming and diversion, due to massive Chinese engineering projects. To make way for these hydropower projects and for mining ventures, Tibetan nomads are being forced off their traditional grassland habitat – and resettled in bleak villages, where they cannot make a decent living.
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Global Health and Human Development
This eye-opening program provides a global perspective on health and human development. We speak to experts from The Nossal Institute for Global Health, ActionAid, and Oxfam, and examine the important work they are doing around the world. We define human development and the difference between developed and developing countries. The correlation between mortality rates and the health status of different nations is discussed. We also describe the relationship between health, human development and sustainability; evaluating WHO and UN strategies. We conclude by explaining the impact of health determinants on a nation’s health, and analyzing equity and social justice.