Chapter 1 Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
Chapter Outline
Module 1.1 How to Succeed in Your Anatomy and Physiology Course (Figures 1.1–1.3)
A. Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology. Science is a method of observing and
measuring natural phenomenon in order to explain them. This method has provided many
answers to the mysteries of humans. Observation, experimentation, imagination, and time
have led to tremendous advances in our understanding of the human body and how it
functions. The form and function of the human body are inextricably linked.
1. Human anatomy is the study of the structure or form of the human body.
2. Human physiology is the study of the body’s functions.
B. How to Develop Study Skills. Learning modalities, different ways of learning, can be
categorized into the following four basic styles (Figure 1.1):
1. What’s your learning modality?
a. Visual learners fare best when reading written materials and
viewing multimedia presentations.
b. Auditory learners fare best when listening to lectures; they generally prefer
text-based materials to visual media.
c. Tactile learners fare best when they can manipulate models or specimens in
laboratory.
d. Kinesthetic learners fare best when they are able to physically manipulate a
teaching tool, which is useful in the anatomy and physiology lab setting.
2. How to read a textbook. The textbook is a tool for building a foundation for
understanding this complex subject matter. The following approach to reading
textbook material is called the SQ3R method:
a. Survey the chapter to get an idea of what major topics are discussed.
b. Form questions about the chapter’s content, from your survey, that can be
answered as you progress through the text.
c. Reading (actively) involves the use of some engaging activity, note-taking or
diagram sketching for example, while you’re reading to enhance
understanding and recall.
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, d. Recite the material aloud, another form of active reading that helps retain
information.
e. Review what you have read, which may be accomplished using several
different methods such as answering the end of chapter questions or writing
your own summaries of the main topics.
3. Managing your time. Studying takes time. Develop a weekly schedule that includes
time dedicated to studying, meeting with a study group, and using other resources
your school provides, such as open labs and/or tutoring (Figure 1.1).
4. How to study for an exam. The following methods have been found to work for
many people:
a. Find out as much as you can about the exam.
b. Take advantage of the resources available to you.
c. Form a study group.
d. Use whatever study techniques help you.
e. Take care of yourself and manage your stress.
C. How to Make the Best Use of Class and Lab Time:
1. Come prepared. Coming to lab and lecture with a familiarity for what you are
expected to know or do is invaluable. This should not be an issue if you are
managing your time well and following a weekly study schedule.
2. How to take good notes:
a. Don’t rely only on the instructor’s lecture notes.
b. You may benefit from recording lectures if that is an option.
c. Note taking is an acquired skill that may take some experimentation and
practice to master.
D. How to Use This Book and Its Associated Materials. The following is a tour of the
features found in this book, which has been written with the modern busy student in
mind (Figure 1.2):
1. Each chapter is divided into manageable chunks called modules, which are blocks of
text with definitive starting and stopping points that cover one core concept and its
related principles.
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Chapter Outline
Module 1.1 How to Succeed in Your Anatomy and Physiology Course (Figures 1.1–1.3)
A. Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology. Science is a method of observing and
measuring natural phenomenon in order to explain them. This method has provided many
answers to the mysteries of humans. Observation, experimentation, imagination, and time
have led to tremendous advances in our understanding of the human body and how it
functions. The form and function of the human body are inextricably linked.
1. Human anatomy is the study of the structure or form of the human body.
2. Human physiology is the study of the body’s functions.
B. How to Develop Study Skills. Learning modalities, different ways of learning, can be
categorized into the following four basic styles (Figure 1.1):
1. What’s your learning modality?
a. Visual learners fare best when reading written materials and
viewing multimedia presentations.
b. Auditory learners fare best when listening to lectures; they generally prefer
text-based materials to visual media.
c. Tactile learners fare best when they can manipulate models or specimens in
laboratory.
d. Kinesthetic learners fare best when they are able to physically manipulate a
teaching tool, which is useful in the anatomy and physiology lab setting.
2. How to read a textbook. The textbook is a tool for building a foundation for
understanding this complex subject matter. The following approach to reading
textbook material is called the SQ3R method:
a. Survey the chapter to get an idea of what major topics are discussed.
b. Form questions about the chapter’s content, from your survey, that can be
answered as you progress through the text.
c. Reading (actively) involves the use of some engaging activity, note-taking or
diagram sketching for example, while you’re reading to enhance
understanding and recall.
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, d. Recite the material aloud, another form of active reading that helps retain
information.
e. Review what you have read, which may be accomplished using several
different methods such as answering the end of chapter questions or writing
your own summaries of the main topics.
3. Managing your time. Studying takes time. Develop a weekly schedule that includes
time dedicated to studying, meeting with a study group, and using other resources
your school provides, such as open labs and/or tutoring (Figure 1.1).
4. How to study for an exam. The following methods have been found to work for
many people:
a. Find out as much as you can about the exam.
b. Take advantage of the resources available to you.
c. Form a study group.
d. Use whatever study techniques help you.
e. Take care of yourself and manage your stress.
C. How to Make the Best Use of Class and Lab Time:
1. Come prepared. Coming to lab and lecture with a familiarity for what you are
expected to know or do is invaluable. This should not be an issue if you are
managing your time well and following a weekly study schedule.
2. How to take good notes:
a. Don’t rely only on the instructor’s lecture notes.
b. You may benefit from recording lectures if that is an option.
c. Note taking is an acquired skill that may take some experimentation and
practice to master.
D. How to Use This Book and Its Associated Materials. The following is a tour of the
features found in this book, which has been written with the modern busy student in
mind (Figure 1.2):
1. Each chapter is divided into manageable chunks called modules, which are blocks of
text with definitive starting and stopping points that cover one core concept and its
related principles.
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