An Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology

A Turn-Key Distance Learning Anatomy and Physiology Course 

Now you can offer a distance learning anatomy and physiology course at your institution!  Designed for a one-semester, distance learning, college level course, An Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology by Coast Learning Systems provides a comprehensive survey of the discipline, including fundamental principles and concepts. 

After completion of this telecourse, the student will be able to:

• Identify the structures and function of each of the body systems and relate how the body maintains homeostasis. 
• Discuss the physiological processes between the exchange and use of energy in the body and how they relate to lifestyle and health. 
• Given a scenario, analyze and interpret information in order to communicate clearly with healthcare professionals and make informed decisions about personal healthcare and lifestyle. 

The one-term course package consists of 14 lessons that include: videos, a textbook, web component, student guide, and a faculty manual with test bank. 

• Videos - integrate an on camera narrator with experiments, graphics, and vignettes of real life examples of anatomy and physiology in action.  Also, they include original videography of A & P experiments, animated two- or three- dimensional computer animations and graphics, and original music 
• Textbook - Anatomy and Physiology by John Erickson 
• Web Component - provides students with a course map, instructional objectives, practice test items, and exercises to enhance vocabulary and understanding of concepts and theories. 
• Faculty Manual - includes guidelines and materials for adapting the course to meet the user's curriculum needs, suggestions for successfully conducting the telecourse, lists and descriptions of student activities, and a test bank keyed to the instructional objectives.