Topic: B1a01a – Nervous System and Reflexes

Date: Class: Lesson Start: End:

Targets from Improved pace, more delineated tasks, more time given on practical
previous tasks
lesson
Learning WALT:
objectives  To identify and explain the role of the key components of the
(be as explicit nervous system
as possible –  I can explain how the nervous system enables humans to react to
use the reverse their surroundings
of the page if  I can describe the pathway of information from stimulus to response
necessary) for both normal and reflex reactions

WILF:
All – Completed W/S showing the five senses and what they sense
Most – Record and evaluate results from reaction testing
Some – A brief written explanation of the difference between normal
and reflex actions and why this is desirable
Pupil Speak We are learning about our senses because they define how we
understand our world!
Key words Senses, nervous system, neuron, brain, spinal cord, effectors

Materials Senses handout, reaction timing strips, keywords crossword

Required
Rulers, sellotape/glue-sticks, Bop-It 2 Extreme!
Safety
Considerations
Relationship to QCA 5d
NC
Assessment opportunities (related to learning objectives)
During the Observations during practical and QUAD sessions,
lesson
After the Completed worksheets, written statements in books/on worksheets
lesson
Time Pupil Activity Teacher activity
Starter: Stimulus – something that
QUAD for senses, the receptors and STIMULATES you
what they detect – complete on Response – how you RESPOND
worksheet Effectors – how you have an EFFECT

Discuss parts of nervous system

Main part of lesson:

Reaction timers – Make reaction
timers
Draw tables
Record results
Calculate average
Who was fastest?

Hand holding loop!

Chinese whispers vs. bang!

Plenary:
Discuss how senses help you survive
with relation to the stimulus response
loop e.g. a snake crosses your path in
the desert!

Keyword crossword?

Extension: Bop-It Tournament

Homework / notices / reminders:

 SENSES!
Name: