Interactive

Homeostasis

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This Homeostasis interactive also includes:

How much negative feedback does a body get daily? The interactive walks through one negative feedback loop, increasing body temperature. Then it challenges scholars to relate this to mechanical feedback loops and disorders that prevent these loops in humans. The video offers a look into a scientist who tracked venom spreading through his body until his death.

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CCSS: Adaptable
NGSS: Designed
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Instructional Ideas
  • Encourage pupils to read the Learn More section of the interactive, especially if they did not watch the video
Classroom Considerations
  • Requires a free CK-12 account to access the interactive
  • Video may be disturbing to sensitive students and is not required to understand the concept
Pros
  • Includes multiple ideas for extensions to the lesson in the Learn More section
  • Offers hints on the discussion questions for those that seem confused
Cons
  • None
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