Muscular System Differentiated Instruction Menu Chapter 8
Educational research proves that students learn in different ways. With this in mind, you will
have an opportunity to select from various learning activities that best suit YOUR particular
strengths and preferences as a student.
Complete the student and parent agreement and place this sheet in your binder in the
PRACTICE WORK section.
Instructions: Each student will complete assignments that will reinforce and assess their
mastery of learning and for learning regarding the Muscular System. Assignments are divided
into three categories: Level A (assessments-labs & tests), Level B (assessments-project),
Level C (practice-homework & classwork). Items with ** indicate that those assignments
are mandatory in each level. In addition to the mandatory assignments, student will select
assignments that result in the total number of required points without going over for level C.
All work that is completed in paper format should be placed in the PRACTICE WORK section
of your binder. Please work to obtain signatures DAILY.
Projected portfolio completion date is __________ (Subject to change to meet the needs of the
students)
No signatures may be obtained on the final due date.
Students should submit their unit menu and NO actual assignments upon portfolio collection.
Agreements
I understand that this unit requires more independent work than usual and I will utilize class
time effectively to complete assignments. I understand that I will be responsible for bringing
materials that are needed daily. I understand that if I do not adhere to the deadline given, I may
be in jeopardy of not receiving credit for my assignments.
Student Name (print) ____________________________________________ Date ________
Class Pd_____ Student Signature ______________________________________________
I understand that my child will be expected to use class time efficiently and that they must adhere
to the deadlines given in order to receive credit for the assignments in this unit.
Parent/Guardian Name (print) ________________________________________ Date ________
Parent Signature ____________________________________________________________
Phone or email
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Menu Listing
Level C (160 pts max). Mandatory assignments (worth 100 pts). Student’s choice assignments (totaling 60 pts).
Assignment (Daily Work)
All illustrations, charts, and graphs should be in color and on lineless paper. All tables,
charts, etc. should be original in design… do not copy tables or charts from the text
book. Tables, graphs, pictorials may be electronic.
1. **Complete the Muscular System Notes** Print by hand, print out student notes, or
type and save to your laptop.
2. **Complete “Juicy Jargon” for Chapter 8** (options: written in JJ spiral notebook,
make a flip book/foldable/graphic organizer, flash cards, typed AND printed, etc. )**
3. Illustrate and label the parts of the Organization of Skeletal Muscle
(Refer to page 176-177: Figures 8.2(b) Myofibril; 8.29(c) Details of Filaments;
8.3(a)One thick and one thin filament
Include the following labels: ALL labels on each drawing
4. Create a graphic organizer that summarizes the general functions of muscle tissue.
Include drawn or printed illustrations of each cell/tissue type.
5. Complete the graphic organizer about connective tissue coverings (components) of
skeletal muscle tissue.  Include on the 3 MAIN coverings
Organizer is posted on the Evan-Williams DHS Anatomy page.
6. Read chapter 8 and answer the following questions (write questions or answer in
complete sentences) pgs. 222-224: Self Quiz # 1-5; 8-12; 15-16; 18
7. Design a pictorial document that shows the seven classes of characteristics used to
name skeletal muscles. The document should describe each classification type (each
group) and include 3 examples of illustrations of muscles that belong to each group
(except for those that do not have 3 examples). This assignment should be created
using BYOT and printed, provide photo credits. (Refer to table 8.2)
8. Using a 3 part Venn Diagram, compare and contrast the three types of skeletal muscle
tissue.
3 Part Venn Diagram is posted on the Evan-Williams DHS Anatomy page.
9. Write a 2-3 paragraph summary that explains the dependency of the muscular system
on the nervous system. The following words must be included : Motor neuron,
Neuromuscular junction, sarcolemma, synaptic bulb, Acetylcholine (ACh),action
potential, Acetylcholinesterase
Type and print, 12 point font; Be certain to check your spelling and grammar!
10. Create a T-Chart for athletes and gym goers that explains the effects of (1)
Endurance-Aerobic Exercises and (2) Strength-Short Period Exercises. Use and
explain the following terms: fast glycolytic fibers, slow oxidative fibers, hypertrophy
11. Create a flip book that summarizes the events of contraction and relaxation in a
skeletal muscle fiber. (Refer to table 8.7)
12. Make flash cards for TWO of the following muscle groups: (1) muscles of
mastication; (2) rotator cuff muscles; (3) quadriceps; or (4) hamstrings
Put the muscle name on the front of the card and the muscle function/action on the back
of the card.
13. Write a 3-5 paragraph comparison of the various ways (aerobic versus anaerobic)
adenosine triphosphate (ATP) energy is produced for muscle contraction.
Type and print, 12 point font; Be certain to check your spelling and grammar!
14. **Practice the Manipulative station: Connective Tissue Wrappings of Muscles**.
Once you have mastered it, be able to recreate the demonstration for your teacher
WITHOUT THE INSTRUCTIONS. Demos may be done in teams of 3 students,
each person must present a section.
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15. **Film a short video on three synovial actions of your choice** the video should
show you performing 3 different synovial actions, be sure to get your entire body in
the shot. The instructions for this assignment can be found on the Evans-Williams
DHS Anatomy page. The final link should be shared in the assignment drop box on
Schoology.
16. **Quiz on muscular system –Video and Quiz ** Student may take quiz while
watching video segment “Big Guns- The Muscular System-Crash Course Biology
#31”; posted on the Evans-Williams DHS Anatomy page.
17. ** Mini-lab: Muscle Fatigue Lab. **
All instructions will be included in the lab procedure and materials page. Each group
must acquire their own tennis ball for this activity.
Group Members ________________________________________________________
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18. ** Parent and student signatures (see above). **
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19. **Determine the standards that correspond to this unit**-write or type them…
including the sub-standards. Remember, some standards apply to every unit because
the themes are reoccurring in Anatomy, do not leave these out!
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Total Level C Points Earned __________
Level B (100 pts max). Complete the mandatory assignment in class. Choose ONE additional assignment from this section.
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1. **Complete the Muscular System Major Muscle Flash Cards.** Templates for the
cards will be provided. Each muscle must be colored to correspond to the assigned
muscle group. Students must correctly identify the muscle, writing the correct name on
the back of the card. Functions of each muscle should also be included on the back of
the card** Detailed instructions will be provided at time of template administration.
2. Produce a Power Point Presentation that illustrates the mechanism of the Sliding
Filament Theory. The presentation must be between 10-12 slides (including a cover
slide). A minimum of 5 images must be included in the presentation. (Refer to page
181). The final link should be shared in the assignment drop box on Schoology.
3. Create and film an intro to an exercise video that focus on stretching 7 different
muscles of your choice. The video should utilize anatomical terms as they relate to
muscle functions and synovial movement actions. The final link should be shared in
the assignment drop box on Schoology.
4. Create a 2D or 3D model of a SARCOMERE with details of a THIN and THICK
filament (Refer to Figure 8.2b & 8.3a-b). Use only non-perishable items to complete
this model. All labels must be securely attached to the project. A key may also be
assigned for the labels.
Required Labels: Z disc, Myosin (thick) filament, Actin (thin) filament, H Zone, Myosin
head, Myosin tail, Actin, Troponin, Tropomyosin
5. Create a blog or vlog about your daily encounters with the muscular system. You may
use online services such as YouTube, Tumblr, Blogger, or WordPress. Your blog must
have 5 entries; a vlog must have 3 entries. Do not over think this one, have fun and
think about every day application of concepts and standards of this unit. The final link
should be shared in the assignment drop box on Schoology.
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Level A (300 pts max). All assignments in this section are mandatory.
Assignment (Assessments of Learning)
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1. **Feline Muscle Dissection**
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2. **Chicken Wing Dissection** Pick your own partner or group members. No more
than 3 people per group. Each group member must have a copy of the completed
lab sheet in their portfolio. Group Members:
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3. **Unit Test on Muscular System. **
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