It is best to know all about the skeletons in the closet. The third segment in a five-part series focuses on bone structure, development and growth, and functions. Class members connect what they learn to their study of osteoporosis.

Concepts

biomedical engineering, bone marrow, bones, the skeletal system, osteoporosis, technology resources

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Instructional Ideas

• Provide a diagram of the skeletal system and have individuals identify the different classifications of bones
• Create four groups to research and present on the first four objectives of the lesson

Classroom Considerations

• Class members should be familiar with basic vocabulary related to the skeletal system

Pros

• The resource contains a copy of a set of cloze notes 
• Includes a set of questions to use as homework or a post-assessment lesson

Cons

• The plan does not provide guidance for engaging instructional strategies