Course Outline: Module 11
Endocrine System
AHS 115 Medical Terminology
The primary goal of this module is: Identify the structures of the endocrine system; and describe the
endocrine system disorders and diseases, test, procedures and drug categories.
Module 11 – Endocrine System
Introduction
We typically think of our body systems as concrete, tactile things. Well, this module focuses on some of
the chemistry that is constantly changing in our bodies. The endocrine glands secrete hormones that
regulate many body activities such as metabolic rate, water and mineral balance, immune system
reactions and sexual functioning.
Learning Objectives
After completing this module, students will be able to:
1. Identify and define the combining forms, prefixes and suffixes introduced in this module.
2. Correctly spell and pronounce medical terms and major anatomical structures relating to the
endocrine system.
3. Identify and describe the major endocrine organs and their functions.
4. List the major hormones secreted by each endocrine gland and describe their functions.
5. Identify and define endocrine anatomical terms.
6. Identify and define selected endocrine pathology terms; diagnostic and therapeutic procedures;
and medications.
7. Define selected abbreviations associated with the endocrine system.
Due This Week
Assignment
Format
Grading
Reading Assignment , Endocrine
Interactive Lecture, Endocrine
Questions at end of PowerPoint
Mod 11 Word Building
Fill in blank- abbreviations
10pts
Mod 11 Endocrine Terms
Journal entry
30pts
Diabetes Medical Record Analysis
Analyze record terms used
10pts
Mod 11 Quiz
Multiple choice questions
20pts
Learning Activities
Reading
Read pages 375-408 in your textbook, Medical Terminology, A Living Language
Your textbook has great table of terms! Make sure you are reviewing the terms and making and note
cards for any terms you may need to keep studying.
After you have completed the reading, click “MARK REVIEWED” to show your progress.
Interactive Lecture
“Endocrine System”
This module focuses on the hormones secreted by the endocrine system, and their functions in the body.
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Activity(LINK to dev ahs 115 med term… course tools, tests, tests, mod 11 word building)
Assignment Name
Graded Assignment
Points Possible
Mod 11 Word Building
YES
10pts
“Word Building”
For this assignment you will be given abbreviations related to the endocrine hormones and must answer
the full name.
Grading and Feedback
I will manually grade each assignment. Correct spelling is necessary. Grading is as follows:
9-10 A; 8 B; 7 C; less than 7 correct is failing
Journal (Link to ahs 115 med term mich… course tools, journals, mod 11)
Assignment Name
Graded Assignment
Points Possible
Privacy Settings
Endocrine Terms
YES
30pts
Individual
Endocrine Terms
Create a list of the 24 endocrine hormones and their functions.
Grading and Feedback
Complete list is worth 30pts.
Check “My Grades” for your grade and feedback.
Activity (uploaded this doc)
Assignment Name
Graded Assignment
Points Possible
Number of Attempts
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Type I Diabetes Medical Record Analysis
YES
10pts
Only one submission is permitted
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“Type I Diabetes Medical Record Analysis”
Complete the table on the attached worksheet. First you will need to open my attachment and save it to
your computer, maybe on the desktop. Then you are able to open the worksheet and type on it. Fill in the
table and answer the questions, type on the worksheet. Once you have completed the worksheet, RE
SAVE it. Attach your completed work in the assignment dropbox for grading.
Grading and Feedback Completeness and correct facts will be worth 10pts.
Check “My Grades” for your grade and feedback.
Quiz(LINK to dev ahs 115 med term… course tools, tests, tests, mod 11 quiz)
Assignment Name
Points Possible
Due Date/Time (if tracking)
Number of Attempts
Test Duration
Test Availability
Mod 11 Quiz
20pts
Sunday Apr 14 @ 11:59pm
Only one attempt is permitted
25 Minutes
START:
END:
Monday Mar 25, 2013 @ 8am
Sunday Apr 14, 2013 @ 11:59pm
Description of assignment
Successful completion of this quiz underscores your growing knowledge of the terms related to the
endocrine system.
Instructions for Submission
When you complete the quiz, simply click on the submit button.
Grading and Feedback
This quiz is all multiple choice which is automatically graded. Grading is as follows:
18-20 A; 16-17 B; 14-15 C; less than 13 correct is failing
Check “My Grades” for your grade and feedback.
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