Aim: to describe the structures and functions of the
endocrine system
Homework: 10.10 When Thing Go Wrong with the Endocrine
System (submit in bin); Bring in 12 flashcards and colored
pencils
Do Now: Record aim and set up page for Cornell notes
Classwork: Oddities- Questions about the Endocrine System
Reading: The Endocrine System pages 216-221
October 10, 2013
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Engage
 You
will be viewing some video clips
from Sideshow: Alive On The Inside.
Within these clips you will see various
types of endocrine disorders.
 Write down observations and
questions you have about the
endocrine system.

If you are interested in viewing more endocrine system oddities,
you can read the book Freak Show: Presenting Human Oddities
for Amusement and Profit by Robert Bogdan.
Explore
 Explore
Aim: to describe the structures and
functions of the endocrine system
1
 Using your text and other resources, you will
familiarize yourself with the endocrine glands
and their functions by completing two
column notes on the endocrine system.
Structure (organ/gland)
Function (does)
 Explore
2
 Role Play: The Rise and Fall of Glucose
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Aim: to describe the structures and functions of the
endocrine system
Homework: 1 min quiz
Do Now: BrainPop The Endocrine System
Classwork: Endocrine System Notes
October 3, 2012
Aim: to describe functions of the endocrine system; to
identify malfunctions in the endocrine system
Homework: 1 min quiz
Do Now: Hormones
Classwork: Dr. House Case Study
October 16, 2013
Endocrine
System
Control of Our Bodies
Homeostasis
Aim: to describe the structures and functions of the
endocrine system
Homework: complete flashcards for the endocrine
system and 1 min quiz
Do Now: Re-read pages 216-221, The Endocrine System
Notes: The Endocrine System
Classwork: Make flashcards for the endocrine system
October 15, 2013
Endocrine System Functions
•Regulates many bodily functions
•Maintains homeostasis by regulating the production
of chemicals that affect most functions of the body
•Secretes substances that aid the nervous system
•Important regulator of growth and development
•Endocrine glands are ductless glands, unlike
exocrine glands that secrete substances into ducts.
Endocrine System Structures
 Glands
– release products to bloodstream
directly.
 Horomones – products deliver messages
to body
 Target cells – have specific receptors for
specific hormones
Endocrine Glands
Section 39-1
Hypothalamus
The hypothalamus makes
hormones that control the
pituitary gland. In addition, it
makes hormones that are stored
in the pituitary gland.
Pituitary gland
The pituitary gland produces
hormones that regulate many of the
other endocrine glands.
Parathyroid glands
These four glands release
parathyroid hormone, which
regulate the level of calcium
in the blood.
Thymus
During childhood, the thymus
releases thymosin, which
stimulates Tcell development.
Adrenal glands
The adrenal glands release
epinephrine and nonepinephrine,
which help the body deal with stress.
Pineal gland
The pineal gland releases melatonin, which
is involved in rhythmic activities, such as
daily sleep-wake cycles.
Thyroid
The thyroid produces thyroxine, which
regulates metabolism.
Pancreas
The pancreas produces insulin and glucagon, which
regulate the level of glucose in the blood.
Ovary
The ovaries produce estrogen and progesterone.
Estrogen is required for the development of secondary
sex characteristics and for the development of eggs.
Progesterone prepares the uterus for a fertilized egg.
Testis
The testes produce testosterone,
which is responsible for sperm
production and the development of
male secondary sex characteristics
Hypothalamus
 Controls
pituitary secretions
 Links nervous system to endocrine
Pituitary Glands
 Controls
the other endocrine glands aka
Master Gland
Hormone
Functions
Growth
Regulates growth of organism
Hormone (GH)
Antidiuretic
Stimulates kidneys to keep
(ADH)
water
Thyroid Glands
 Regulates
balance
metabolism and energy
Hormone
Function
Thyroxine
Regulates body energy
usage
Regulates calcium and
phosphate in blood
Calcitonin
Parathyroid Glands
 Regulates
calcium levels
Hormone
Function
Parathyroid
Hormones
(PTH)
 Increases calcium,
phosphate and
magnesium absorption in
intestines
 Causes bones to release
calcium and phosphate
Adrenal Glands
 Releases
hormones to deal with stress
 Secretes adrenaline
Hormone
Function
Corticosteriods
Controls blood pressure
and blood sugar levels
Triggers fight or flight
response
Epinephrine/
norepinephrine
Pancreas Glands
 Regulates
blood sugar levels
 Secretes insulin
Hormone
Function
Insulin
Lowers blood sugar by packaging
glucose molecules in glycogen to
be stored in the liver
Raises blood sugar by breaking
down glycogen in glucose
Glucagon
Pancreas
Feedback Loop
1.
After a meal blood
sugar levels are high
2.
Triggers release of
insulin
3.
Formation of
glycogen molecules
4.
Stored in liver thereby
lowering glucose in
blood
5.
Before a meal blood
sugar levels are low
6.
Triggers release of
glucagon
7.
Glycogen molecules
are broken down into
glucose molecules
Thymus Glands
 Secretes
Thymosine
 Part of the immune system
Hormone
Function
Thymosine
T-cell development
Before meals
Target
tissues
need
glucose
Glucose
levels are
low in the
blood
Glucose
sent to
target
tissues
Pancreas
secretes
glucagon
Liver
changes
glycogen
to glucose
After a meal
Target
tissues don’t
need
glucose
Glucose
levels are
high in the
blood
Glycogen
sent to
target
tissues
Pancreas
secretes
insulin
Glucose
goes to the
liver and
glycogen is
produced
Diabetes
 Diabetes



High sugar levels in blood
Do not produce enough insulin to control
blood sugar
Some take insulin injections to regulate
Reproductive Glands
 Production
of gametes
 Secretion of sex hormones
Sex
Gland
Hormone
Gamete
(sex cell)
Ovum
Female Ovaries
Estrogen
Male
Testosterone Sperm
Testes
Explain
Section 39-2
The Endocrine
System
regulates
Metabolism
Calcium
and glucose
levels
Response
to stress
by means
of the
by means
of the
by means
of the
by means
of the
Testes
Thyroid
Growth
Water
balance
Reproduction
by means
of the
by means
of the
Pituitary
Ovaries
Pancreas
Parathyroids
Adrenals
Aim: to describe functions of the endocrine system; to
identify malfunctions in the endocrine system
Homework: 1 min quiz
KIPP STAR Science Rental Agreement
Do Now: Endocrine System Quiz
Classwork: Diabetes Case Study
When Things Go Wrong With the Endocrine
System
October 5, 2012
Pituitary
Hypothalamus
Thyroid
Thymus
Adrenal
Pancreas
Ovaries
Testes
When Things Go Wrong With
the Endocrine System!
Directions: Read and summarize using the
Rule-base strategy. Write a paragraph
explaining which endocrine system disorder
you would find easiest to live with. Just a
paragraph! So dig deep and delete!
Remember to use A.C.E. I.T!
Explain
 List
4 types of endocrine glands and give
their function.
 What is the overall function of the
endocrine system?
 With what other systems does the
endocrine system interact?