Endocrine System
Endocrine System Introduce Endocrine System What human body system affects almost every organ and cell in the body? The endocrine system. The endocrine system contains 9 major glands and organs that produce, store, and secrete hormones. Secreted hormones control everything from body temperature, heart rate, and blood pressure to reproduction, the sleep-wake cycle, and our […]
Selecting and Caring for Anatomical Models
Models are among the most traditional and useful items in a science educator’s toolbox. Whether your subject of study is leaf morphology, invertebrate zoology, general biology, or human anatomy, models are the perfect adjunct to texts and diagrams. They enable students to examine the finest structural details of an organism or its components in 3-dimensonal […]
Lymphatic System
Lymphatic System Introduce Lymphatic System Get your go bag and suit up–it’s time to stop the next invasion! Those are the orders your lymphatic system receives every time an invading bacteria, virus, or other microorganism is detected by the spleen, your body’s central command and disease early-warning system. As in an expertly planned and executed […]
Webinar: Remote Products and Instruction for A&P
Carolina and APS staff discuss products and instruction for A&P in the age of COVID-19. Join Carolina Biological Supply Company and the American Physiological Society to learn about anatomy and physiology education tools and resources. Presenters discuss how these products and resources can be used to facilitate learning and enhance the student experience during remote […]
Tips to Get More for Your Anatomy and Physiology Budget
Anatomy and physiology (A&P) instructors and lab managers deal with more than their share of administrative headaches, especially when it comes to budgets and ordering supplies. Carolina is here to help you optimize the teaching, prep, and administrative processes you’re juggling. A lot of our team has been right where you are now, because many […]
Cardiovascular System
Cardiovascular System Introduce Cardiovascular System You’ve been to great parties: the host or hostess always circulates, chats with everyone, delivers tasty treats and drinks, and is happy to relieve you of your trash. You may have referred to an exceptional host as warm-hearted or big-hearted. Have you ever thought about how your heart is like […]
Respiratory System
Respiratory System Introduce Respiratory System Here’s a structure and function question for your students to think about: how can a sponge soak up so much water? The anatomy and physiology answer: the same way your lungs can exchange blood gases so quickly. Structurally, a sponge has a large surface–every pore increases the amount of contact […]
Missed NSTA Engage: Spring21? Let Us Catch You Up
If you were unable to participate in the NSTA conference, we’ve compiled some resources so you can stay informed. It’s been a busy spring–so busy that many of you may not have had the opportunity to participate in the NSTA Engage: Spring21 virtual conference. Don’t worry. We’ve made it easy for you to keep informed […]
Webinar: Carolina and VictoryXR’s Campus Tour and VR Dissections
In this webinar, we explore how virtual reality can work in your science lab. Wendy Martin, a national-award winning science teacher, shows you VictoryXR’s virtual campus and gives a sneak peek into the world of virtual reality dissection labs. She also explains some of the stand-alone, co-developed VR dissection products you can use as hands-on […]
Summer Science Enrichment and Recovery
Are you planning high school summer science opportunities? Carolina offers technique-based activities for students who love lab work. Science enrichment Many students look forward to a summer science camp. A week or more is ideal, but some students just don’t have the time or resources for that kind of science camp experience. Alternatively, students may […]