Organ+Webquest

Levels of Organization/Organ Webquest - Persuasive Letter

 * The Human Body is very complex. The Human Body, as a multicellular organism, is composed of several levels of organization that include // cells //, //tissues//, //organs// and //organ systems// . Each smaller level combines together to make the next level. // Cells // are the building blocks of all living things. A // tissue // is a group of similar cells that perform the same function. //Organs// are groups of different tissues with a specific function. Finally, //organ systems// are groups of organs that work together to perform a specific job. The Human Body is made up of many systems that work together to perform complex tasks on a daily basis. **


 * You have been a long time employee of the Human Body Corporation. You feel that your job is very important to the Human Body. As an organ within the Human Body, you have been carrying out a specific task day in and day out in order to keep the Human Body functioning. Due to the economy, and recent budget cuts, the Human Body Corporation is considering having to fire workers. You hope your job is not in jeopardy! **** You need to research your organ in order to prove its importance within the Human Body. Then you will write a persuasive letter to the Human Body Corporation to convince them not to fire you. **

__//** A. Collecting Data **//__ **6. How would the Human Body be different if you were not there to carry out your functions? Cite evidence to support your answer.** [|**List of Organs**] [|**Human Anatomy Online**] [|**My Body**] [|**Organs and Functions**] [|**List of Organ with function (PDF)**] *If your organ does not appear on these websites, use a google search to find information. These websites are just resources that may help you get started in finding information but should not be your only resource. Please list any websites that you use on a separate sheet from your letter.
 * Use the Resource Section of this webquest to research your organ. Click on the links to help you answer the following questions on your own paper. These are on the worksheet I've given you. **
 * 1. What is the name of your organ? Where is it located? **
 * 2. What system/systems does your organ work with? **
 * 3. List other organs that you work with. **
 * 4. List the functions of your organ. **
 * 5. Describe how you carry out these functions on a daily basis. **
 * Click on the following links to gather data about your organ. Be sure to hit the back arrow to come back to this webquest. **

//__** B. Organizing your information. **__//
 * Take notes and gather information on your organ. Be sure not to lose the question sheet that you received. It will help you get important information. **


 * **__ Writing Task __**
 * Write a PERSUASIVE letter to the Human Body Corporation to convince them not to fire your organ. Your letter should be typed and in Business format. ** **Be sure to include the location of your organ, the major functions and describe how the Human Body would be different without your organ carrying out its functions. Also, remember to have an introduction and closing paragraph.** ||
 * __// C. Writing your letter. //__**
 * You will have to type your letter in Microsoft Word. Be sure to edit your letter for grammar, spelling, punctuation and organization mistakes.**

__**Grades will be based on the criteria listed below:** __ Effective use of class time 5 Accuracy of information 10 Following directions 5 Clear in writing/explanation 5 Persuasive 5 

 {NOTE: your name goes only at the bottom} Your Return Address (no abbreviations for Street, Avenue, etc.) Your City, YO [your two letter state abbreviation] zip Date (write out either like June 4, 2004 or 4 June 2004) First and Last Name of the Person to whom you are writing Address City, ST zip Dear Mr./Ms. Person: [note the colon] Times have changed, and indentations for paragraphs are usually not used because it is easier not to use them. The body paragraphs should be single spaced in a business letter. But you should double space between paragraphs when your letter contains more than one paragraph. In a last paragraph, you will want to give a specific example of how you benefited from your contact with this person. Be sure to thank him/her for his/her time and efforts on your behalf. Sincerely yours,
 * Please use the following format for your business letters:**

{three spaces so that your signature may appear here} <span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt">Sally Student <span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt"> <span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt">A business letter is not restricted to one page; the letter should be as long as it needs to be. Please note the line spacing!

This lesson was adapted using the following website: <span style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Century Gothic','sans-serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'"> http://hrsbstaff.ednet.ns.ca/kmason/human_body_webquest.htm