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This Skeletal System Joints: Appendages interactive also includes:
- Joints of the Skeleton
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The hundreds of joints in the human body fit into five main categories. A quick video explains the joints in the skeleton, which are often the most confusing. The interactive reviews each of the five types of joints and has scholars answer some basic questions.
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NGSS:
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Instructional Ideas
- Have pupils draw and label the joints in their science journals
- Relate body joints to mechanical joints for each type
Classroom Considerations
- Requires a free CK-12 account to access the interactive
Pros
- Requires very little class time to complete
- Interactive offers immediate feedback on multiple choice questions
Cons
- None