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Examining the Anatomy & Physiology Exam: Chatting with Greg Crowther and Ben Wiggins | TAPP 14930 Jun 202401:03:48

In episode 149 of The A&P Professor podcast, host Kevin Patton chats with Greg Crowther and Ben Wiggins about their work with exams in the anatomy and physiology (A&P) course. They discuss the importance of exams in assessing student learning and the need for exams to be more connected to course objectives. They also mention the challenges of designing exams that are fair and inclusive for all students. Crowther and Wiggins are conducting a survey on A&P exams and encourage listeners to participate to contribute to the understanding of exam practices in the A&P community. The survey can be accessed at tinyurl.com/stemexamsurvey.

0:00:00 | Introduction

0:00:48 | Introducing Ben & Greg

0:04:17 | The Most Important Thing

0:22:32 | Murray Jensen, HAPS Hero

0:23:46 | Our Motto: Be Prepared

0:41:18 | What's on TAPP at The Corner Pub

0:42:45 | The Next Big Leap: What Is It?

1:00:50 | Staying Connected

 

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The more we study the more we discover our ignorance. (Percy Bysshe Shelley)

 

Introducing Ben & Greg

3 minutes Host Kevin Patton introduces guests Greg Crowther and Ben Wiggins.

 

  The Most Important Thing in a Course

18 minutes In this segment, Kevin Patton chats with Greg Crowther and Ben Wiggins, two educators passionate about improving exam practices in higher education. They explain their goal of making exams more equitable and less stressful for students and instructors. Kevin notes that Greg and Ben approached him to promote a survey about exam practices, which aims to gather insights from educators. Greg highlights his development of Test Question Templates (TQTs) to create clearer links between learning outcomes and assessment methods. Ben introduces the concept of public exams, which aim to reduce student anxiety by clearly defining the structure of exams in advance. Both educators emphasize the importance of rethinking traditional exam practices to create a fairer, more effective educational system.

 

Murray Jensen, HAPS Hero

1 minute In this segment, Kevin announces that his friend, Murray Jensen, received the prestigious HAPS President's Medal at the annual Human Anatomy and Physiology Society (HAPS) conference. This award honors Murray's extensive mentoring and support of A&P faculty globally. Known for his warm and cheerful personality, Murray is praised for his significant contributions and reliable presence in the A&P teaching community. Kevin congratulates Murray warmly.  

Our Motto: Be Prepared

17.5 minutes This segment continues the conversation by discussing the importance of transparency in exams, noting the high stress and significant impact of exam scores on students' futures. Ben highlights how clear, pre-released materials can help reduce student anxiety and better prepare them for exams. Greg adds that exams should balance high expectations with adequate support, akin to a "warm demander" approach. This method helps students focus on mastering material rather than merely memorizing it, ultimately aiming for fairer and more effective assessments.

 

What's on TAPP at the Corner Pub

1.5 minutes Kevin Patton shares that podcasting experts once reviewed The A&P Professor podcast and provided valuable feedback that enhanced the listening experience. They likened the podcast to a friendly pub where A&P professors can gather, talk shop, and unwind. Kevin encourages listeners to invite friends to join by searching for The A&P Professor wherever they listen to audio.

 

The Next Big Leap: What is It?

18 minutes In this segment, the three discuss the concept of being a "warm demander" in the context of A&P exams, emphasizing the importance of thoughtful and well-designed assessments. They highlight the challenges educators face in creating meaningful exams due to time constraints and busy schedules. Ben and Greg share their efforts to gather data on current exam practices through a survey, aiming to identify effective methods and support faculty in implementing these strategies. Kevin encourages listeners to participate in the survey and looks forward to discussing the results in future episodes.

 

Links

The EXAM SURVEY LINK: tinyurl.com/STEMexamsurvey

More info about Greg Crowther linkedin.com/in/greg-crowther-0b20691/

More about Ben Wiggins linkedin.com/in/ben-wiggins-3723003b/

Test Question Templates Help Students Learn | TAPP 70 (Greg Crowther's strategy)

The Public Exam System: Simple Steps to More Effective Tests (Ben Wiggin's strategy) AandP.info/okf

Backward Design: The Basics (mentioned in this episode) AandP.info/5ld

The Jigsaw Method Teaching Strategy (mentioned in this episode) AandP.info/v2l

HAPS Educator (journal) AandP.info/70n

The Case for Transparency | Episode 51

Greg’s STEM songs faculty.washington.edu/crowther/Misc/Songs/

Quickly Moving to Remote Delivery—The Musical | Bonus Episode 64b (featuring Greg’s music)

Kevin's Unofficial Guide to the HAPS Annual Conference | 2019 Edition | Episode 42 (featuring Greg’s music)

Promoting Academic Integrity in Our Course | Episode 25 (featuring Greg’s music)

Blueprints for Learning: Justin Shaffer on Structured A&P Course Design | TAPP 148 (a previous episode mentioned in this episode)

Murray Jensen: HAPS President's Medal AandP.info/k50

About the HAPS President's Medal AandP.info/s5l

Podcast Review Show: The A&P Professor (two podcasting experts review our TAPP podcast) AandP.info/25f

People 

Production: Aileen Park (announcer),  Andrés Rodriguez (theme composer,  recording artist),  Karen Turner (Executive Editor), Kevin Patton (writer, editor, producer, host).

Not People

Robotic (AI) audio leveling/processing by Auphonic.com, auto draft transcript by Rev.com, and the content, spelling, grammar, style, etc., of these episode notes are assisted by various bots, such as ChatGPT, Grammarly, and QuillBot.

 

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★ Transcript available in the transcript box: theAPprofessor.org/podcast-episode-149.html

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Blueprints for Learning: Justin Shaffer on Structured A&P Course Design | TAPP 14816 May 202400:53:53

In Episode 148, Justin Shaffer joins host Kevin Patton to discuss high structure course design. Justin shares his success in building a scaffold for learning by using a variety of course structures to improve student engagement and success, such as pre-class and post-class activities, micro-case studies and clicker questions, brief active learning practices, and much more.

00:00 | Introduction
00:46 | Introducing Justin Shaffer
02:49 | High Structure and Low Structure
20:47 | Badge Break
21:43 | Transparency, Expectations, & Flexibility
34:06 | Secret Code: TAA Conference in Nashville
36:04 | Baby Steps or Go All In?
50:16 | Staying Connected

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To achieve great things, two things are needed; a plan, and not quite enough time. (Leonard Bernstein)

 

Introducing Justin Shaffer

2 minutes

Host Kevin Patton briefly introduced our guest, Dr. Justin Shaffer. Justin is an experienced educator who provides professional development and advice on pedagogy for educators in anatomy and physiology and other disciplines. He is particularly well known for his advice on how to implement high structure course design.

★ Recombinant Education (Justin's website) recombinanteducation.com/

★ Justin Shaffer (Justin's LinkedIn profile) linkedin.com/in/justin-shaffer

★ How to Use High Structure Course Design to Heighten Learning (Justin's conversation with host Bonni Stachowiak on the Teaching in Higher Education podcast) AandP.info/xlo

★ High Structure STEM Classes (Justin's interview on the podcast, Tea for Teaching) AandP.info/75a

 

High Structure and Low Structure

18 minutes

Kevin Patton discusses with Justin Shaffer the concept of high-structure course design, which revolutionizes traditional teaching by providing a scaffolded learning process involving pre-class content acquisition, active in-class engagement, and post-class assessments. This method, inspired by the educational research of Scott Freeman and Mary Pat Wenderoth, has been successfully applied across multiple disciplines, demonstrating its versatility and effectiveness in improving student learning outcomes and engagement.

★ Increased structure and active learning reduce the achievement gap in introductory biology (report in Science mentioned in this segment) AandP.info/vqb

★ Getting Under the Hood: How and for Whom Does Increasing Course Structure Work? (paper in CBE-Life Sciences Education by Kelly Hogan and Sarah Eddy mentioned in this segment) AandP.info/ktl

★ Inclusive Teaching: Strategies for Promoting Equity in the College Classroom (book by Kelley Hogan and Viji Sathy mentioned in this segment) geni.us/kkB4Fn

★ True Grit: Passion and persistence make an innovative course design work (paper in PLOS Biology by Casper, Eddy, and Freeman mentioned in this segment) AandP.info/h27

★ Student performance in and perceptions of a high structure undergraduate human anatomy course (Justin's paper on high structure anatomy in ASE) AandP.info/lv1

★ High Structure Course Design for Chemical Engineering (Justin's paper on high structure chemical engineering in CEE) AandP.info/djc

★ Do I Really Have to Teach Reading? (source of the quote used in this segment, "My wish for you is that each year you look back at your career and laugh with embarrassment about the way used to teach. If you do this, you will continue to learn and grow.") geni.us/J9jdp

 

Badge Break

1 minute

Kevin reminds listeners that listening to this episode and reviewing the notes at this episode page can be documented with a professional development credential that can be shared in the form of a digital badge or certificate. It helps you keep track of your independent professional development activities and it provides evidence for your records or reports. Scroll down to the the link below to claim your digital credential. Or go to one of the links listed:

★  Education | Professional Development (all about TAPP digital credentials)

★ TAPP Education | Credentials | P Group (list of all the credentials related to this podcast)

 

Transparency, Expectations, & Flexibility

12.5 minutes

In this insightful exchange, Kevin Patton and Justin Shaffer explore the transformation of teaching strategies from low to high structure. Patton discusses the shift in student expectations due to more structured courses, and Shaffer explains how transparency and flexibility within this framework can significantly enhance student engagement and success. They discuss the importance of being adaptable while maintaining rigorous academic standards to mirror real-world responsibilities.

★ Some related resources from The A&P Professor

★ ★ The Case for Transparency | Episode 51

★ ★ Student Evaluations of Teaching II: Proactive, Active, and Reactive Strategies | TAPP 85 (discusses course debriefing sessions with feedback)

★ ★ Should We Extend Deadlines? | Models & Color Codes | TAPP 112

★ ★ The Inclusive Anatomy & Physiology Course | Part 2 | 8 More Tips to Include All | TAPP 109

★ ★ More Quizzing About Kevin's Wacky Testing Scheme | Book Club | TAPP 100

★ ★ 49 Tricks for Retention & Success in Online Courses | Episode 21

★ ★ 49 MORE Tricks for Retention & Success in Online Courses | Episode 22

★ ★ EVEN MORE Tricks for Retention & Success in Online Courses | Episode 23

★ ★ Ungrading With Standards-Based Grading | A Chat With Staci Johnson | TAPP 106

★ ★ Taking Bold Steps in Teaching | Notetaking | Science Updates | TAPP 90

★  State of Student Success and Engagement in Higher Education (recent report from Instructure) AandP.info/ir9

 

Secret Code: TAA Conference in Nashville

2 minutes

We take a brief pause to talk about the Textbook & Academic Authors Association (TAA) in which many A&P professors find helpful support and benefits. TAA meets the needs of those interested in creating textbooks, lab manuals, workbooks, and other learning resources, as well as those who focus on academic writing, such as journal articles, dissertations/theses, monographs, and scholarly or other nonfiction works.

Kevin explains that he has a secret code for a significant discount on the upcoming TAA Annual Conference. Contact him at podcast@theAPprofessor.org or the podcast hotline at 1.833.546.6336

★ TAA Annual Conference (Nashville TN, June 21-22—contact Kevin for the secret discount code) 2024taaconference.org/

 

Baby Steps or Go All In?

14 minutes

In this segment, we discuss the dilemma of adopting high-structure teaching methods with Justin Shaffer, focusing on the balance between workload and effectiveness. Shaffer recommends a phased approach to implementing new strategies in an established course, starting small and evaluating the impact before adding more elements. This method allows educators to manage their workload while still experimenting with innovative teaching practices that can significantly enhance student learning experiences and outcomes. For new courses, Justin suggests going all-in from the start, noting that while the initial setup may be labor-intensive, the long-term gains in student performance and instructional efficiency can justify the effort.

★ Recombinant Education (Justin's website with a lot of resources related to high structure teaching) recombinanteducation.com/

★ Improving Exam Performance in Introductory Biology through the Use of Preclass Reading Guides (Justin's paper on Reading Guides in CBE-Life Sciences) AandP.info/clu

★ Teaching and Learning STEM: A Practical Guide (book by Rich Felder and Rebecca Brent, both mentioned in this segment) geni.us/jP9tT

 

People

Production: Aileen Park (announcer),  Andrés Rodriguez (theme composer,  recording artist),  Karen Turner (Executive Editor), Kevin Patton (writer, editor, producer, host).

Not People

Robotic (AI) audio leveling/processing and transcription is done by Auphonic.com and the content, spelling, grammar, style, etc., of these episode notes are assisted by various bots, such as ChatGPT, Grammarly, and QuillBot.

 

If the hyperlinks here are not active, go to TAPPradio.org to find the episode page.

★ More details at the episode page: theAPprofessor.org/podcast-episode-148.html

★ Transcript available in the transcript box: theAPprofessor.org/podcast-episode-148.html

★ Need help accessing resources locked behind a paywall? Check out this advice from Episode 32 to get what you need! my-ap.us/paywall

Take The A&P Professor experience to the next level!

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Thinking New Thoughts about the Human Brain | TAPP 13928 Jun 202300:37:38

In Episode 139, we explore a new discovery in nerve signaling in the brain called a dendritic action potential (dCaAP), we look at a whacky proposed model of brain function, and we share some ideas about how we can help our students understand the core concepts of chemical signaling and signal transduction in different contexts. Put on your thinking caps and jump into this fresh episode now.

00:00 | Introduction

00:50 | Dendritic Action Potentials

12:16 | Transducer Model of the Brain

21:43 | Chemical Signals & Signal Transduction

35:09 | Staying Connected

 

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The adage that fact is stranger than fiction seems to be especially true for the workings of the brain. (V.S. Ramachandran)

 

Dendritic Action Potentials

11.5 minutes

In this segment, the focus is on a fascinating discovery about nerve signaling related to dendritic action potentials (dCaAPs). These unique potentials occur in layers two and three of the human cerebral cortex and play a role in complex brain functions. Unlike typical action potentials, dendritic action potentials are graded and produced by the influx of calcium ions. They enable processing and decision-making at a more complex level, expanding our understanding of the human brain's uniqueness.

★ Scientists Uncover a Never-Before-Seen Type of Signal Occurring in The Human Brain (plain English summary of the new discovery from Science Alert) AandP.info/p08

★ Dendritic action potentials and computation in human layer 2/3 cortical neurons (report in Science) AandP.info/g48

Please rate & review The A&P Professor—it helps others decide whether to give us a try! 😁

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Transducer Model of the Brain

9.5 minutes

Join us in this segment as we challenge conventional models of the brain and introduce the transducer model. Inspired by psychologist Robert Epstein, this thought-provoking model likens the brain to a two-way transducer, sending and retrieving information like a mobile phone accessing external servers. While it may sound far-fetched—even quite wacky—the transducer model encourages us to explore alternative perspectives and consider the possibility of information exchange beyond the confines of the brain.

★ Your Brain Is Not a Computer. It Is a Transducer. (essay by Robert Epstein about neural transduction theory in Discover Magazine) AandP.info/wa9

★ Brain as Transducer: What if the brain is not a self-contained information processor? What if it is simply a transducer? (another essay by Robert Epstein in the transducer model) AandP.info/cp6

★ Brain Waves Synchronize when People Interact (article from Scientific American) AandP.info/ask

★ Should We Extend Deadlines? | Models & Color Codes | TAPP 112

 

Chemical Signals & Signal Transduction

13.5 minutes

Chemical signaling and signal transduction play a crucial role in various systems of the human body. Understanding the connections and similarities between nervous and endocrine signaling helps students grasp these core concepts more deeply. By highlighting structures, functional aspects, and regulatory effects, instructors can foster a comprehensive understanding of chemical signals and the transduction of those signals. Exploring these core concepts within a broader context enhances students' ability to connect and apply their knowledge across different topics. Kevin gives examples of how he approaches this in his courses.

★ Big Ideas: The Essential Concepts of A&P | Episode 35

★ Deep Elaboration & Other Stories of Teaching Anatomy & Physiology | TAPP 136

★ Concept Lists Help Students Build Conceptual Frameworks

★ Star Power Helps Students Identify Learning Goals | TAPP 98

★ Concept Maps Help Students Find Their Way | Episode 5

 

People

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Episode 59 Intro | TAPP Radio Preview25 Dec 201900:16:05

A brief preview of the upcoming full episode 59, featuring upcoming topics (more flashcards, pseudogenes, survey) —plus word dissections, a book club recommendation (Anatomists and Eponyms), and more!

00:19 | Topics
01:92 | Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program
01:56 | Word Dissection
09:04 | Sponsored by HAPS
10:18 | Book Club
13:12 | Sponsored by AAA
13:54 | Survey Says...
15:09 | Staying Connected

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Upcoming Topics

1 minute

  Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program

0.5 minute

The Master of Science in Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction—the MS-HAPI—is a graduate program for A&P teachers. A combination of science courses (enough to qualify you to teach at the college level) and courses in contemporary instructional practice, this program helps you power up  your teaching. Kevin Patton is a faculty member in this program. Check it out!

  Word Dissection

7 minutes

  • obverse
    • reverse
  • mnemonic
    • pneumonic
  • pseudogene

  Sponsored by HAPS

1 minute

The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society (HAPS) is a sponsor of this podcast.  You can help appreciate their support by clicking the link below and checking out the many resources and benefits found there. Don't forget the HAPS Awards, which provide assistance for participating in the HAPS Annual Conference.

 

Book Club

2.5 minutes

 

Sponsored by AAA

0.5 minutes

 

  Survey Says...

1 minute

 

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Flashcards: Hidden Powers | Episode 5816 Dec 201900:35:48

If you think you know flashcards, think again. Host Kevin Patton outlines the learning science behind flashcards, then shows how they can go way beyond simple memorization in the first of a multipart series on the hidden powers of flashcards. Updates in gene therapy to grow brain cells and smelling without olfactory bulbs.

01:12 | Gene Therapy for Brain Cells
04:05 | Sponsored by HAPS
04:49 | Something Smells Odd
08:26 | Sponsored by AAA
08:45 | Introduction to Flashcards
21:03 | Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program
21:45 | Beginning Intermediate Flashcards
34:31 | Staying Connected

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Memorization has gotten a bad rap recently. Lots of students, and even some educators, say that being able to reason is more important than knowing facts; and besides, why bother committing things to memory when you've got Google? My response to this - after I've finished inwardly groaning - is that of course reasoning is important, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't know facts as well. It's not like you have to choose between one or the other. Besides, facts give you a foundation on which to reason about things. (Stefanie Weisman)

 

Gene Therapy for Brain Cells

3 minutes

Using gene therapy techniques, biologists can insert the NeuroD1 gene into glial progenitor cells to form new neurons in damaged brains.

 

Sponsored by HAPS

0.5 minute

The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society (HAPS) is a sponsor of this podcast.  You can help appreciate their support by clicking the link below and checking out the many resources and benefits found there. Don't forget the upcoming deadline for HAPS Awards! HINT: At the HAPS website, select the Resources tab (in the navigation ribbon under the logo) and click on Awards and Scholarships

Anatomy & Physiology Society

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    Something Smells Odd

3.5 minutes

It turns out that some women, especially left-handed women, can smell okay (good olfactory reception) even when they are missing both olfactory bulbs. Really. Listen to find out more!

  • Left-handed women's quirk over sense of smell (news item) https://my-ap.us/36kuhA8
  • Human Olfaction without Apparent Olfactory Bulbs (journal article) https://my-ap.us/2sXntdh
  • Related episode mentioned in this segment:
  • Image: my-ap.us/38y9IlD (Patrick J. Lynch, medical illustrator. (labeled by was_a_bee))

 

https://theapprofessor.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Head_olfactory_nerve_-_olfactory_bulb_en.png   Sponsored by AAA

0.5 minutes

A searchable transcript for this episode, as well as the captioned audiogram of this episode, are sponsored by the American Association for Anatomy (AAA) at anatomy.org. Check out the new website!

Searchable transcript

Captioned audiogram 

  Introduction to Flashcards

12 minutes

A recent blog post from learning scientist Pooja Agarwal about flashcards got me thinking about how underappreciated this powerful study tool is. So off we go on a multi-part series (spanning more than one episode) we could call "Flashcards Unleashed." In this segment, some basics:

  1. Language learning —There are 3,957 glossary entries in Kevin's 2-semester A&P textbook, but even trimming that down to 1,000 new terms, students have 35 new terms to master every week.
  2. Leitner System and PALS: Patton's Adaptation of the Leitner System

 

Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program

0.5 minute

The Master of Science in Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction—the MS-HAPI—is a graduate program for A&P teachers. A combination of science courses (enough to qualify you to teach at the college level) and courses in contemporary instructional practice, this program helps you power up  your teaching. Yep, this program is for those who already have advanced degrees. Kevin Patton is a faculty member in this program. Check it out!

nycc.edu/hapi

  Beginning Intermediate Flashcards

12 minutes

The next phase of learning about the hidden power of flashcards. In this segment:

  1. Flashcards are just one tool in the A&P learning toolbox.
  2. We compare prepared cards and handmade cards.
  3. Kevin tells a story from the olden days (of course).
  4. Flashcard basics and the concept of a personalized wiki of A&P information.
  5. The role of pronunciation in learning new terms.
  6. Word parts in flashcards.
  • Flashcard tips for students (Lion Den web page for A&P students, with a video, tips, links to sources, etc., that you can link to from inside your course) lionden.com/new_terms.htm
  • There'll be more about flashcards in the next episode (Episode 59)!

 

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Episode 58 Intro | TAPP Radio Preview12 Dec 201900:20:26

A brief preview of the upcoming full episode. Host Kevin Patton reveals upcoming topics (therapy to grow brain cells, smelling without olfactory bulbs, flashcards on steroids) Plus word dissections and a book club recommendation (The Body —A Guide for Occupants), and more!

00:19 | Topics
02:02 | Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program
02:43 | Word Dissection
13:45 | Sponsored by HAPS
14:21 | Book Club
19:06 | Sponsored by AAA
19:44 | Staying Connected

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Upcoming Topics

2 minutes

  • Something Smells Odd
    • People who can smell just fine but whose MRIs show that they don't have olfactory bulbs
  • Revisiting the topic of making new neurons in the adult human brain.
    • Gene therapy for repairing brain injury
  • Flashcards
    • Their hidden powers
    • Beyond the basics

Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program

0.5 minute

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Word Dissection

11 minutes

  • anosmia
  • cribriform plate
    • ethmoid bone
  • polydendrocyte
    • oligodendrocyte
    • NG2 cell (NG2 glia)
  • flashcard

Sponsored by HAPS

0.5 minute

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Book Club

4.5 minutes

Sponsored by AAA

0.5 minutes

 

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Warnings & Safety Tips in the A&P Syllabus | Episode 5702 Dec 201900:55:00

Host Kevin Patton walks listeners through three warnings he gives in his course syllabus, plus the safety advice he always includes. Updates on HAPS travel awards, including a brand new one! Don’t forget Preview episodes & the Nuzzel newsletter.

00:46 | Nuzzel Newsletter
01:50 | Sponsored by HAPS
02:18 | HAPS Travel Awards
13:06 | Sponsored by AAA
13:28 | Preview Episodes
15:59 | Syllabus Warnings
32:19 | Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program
32:51 | Safety Advice
53:45 | Staying Connected

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Here's something I've heard said of being a nurse: "Where else can you experience the thrill of having total strangers poop in front of you like it's totally your business?" (Anonymous)

 

Nuzzel Newsletter

1 minute

Nuzzel is a service that allows a curator to select daily headlines trending in social media and publish them as an email newsletter. In the Nuzzel for The A&P Professor, host Kevin Patton selects daily headlines that may be of interest to anatomy and/or physiology faculty. This Nuzzel newsletter is published five days a week (more or less).

To check out the archives of past Nuzzel newsletters, or to subscribe, go to: nuzzel.com/theAPprofessor

 

Sponsored by HAPS

0.5 minute

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Anatomy & Physiology Society

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g HAPS Travel Awards

11 minutes

Sometimes it's hard to make it to a conference that we really want to attend because we just can't pull together the financial resources. With HAPS travel awards, that just got a lot easier!

Go to theAPprofessor.org/haps NOW (yes, I"m shouting) so that you can pull your application together in plenty of time for the January 3 deadline!

  Sponsored by AAA

0.5 minutes

A searchable transcript for this episode, as well as the captioned audiogram of this episode, are sponsored by the American Association for Anatomy (AAA) at anatomy.org.

Searchable transcript

Captioned audiogram 

  Preview Episodes

2.5 minutes

If you're not listening to the preview episodes that precede each full episode (like this one), you're missing out on a lot!

Each preview usually has these features:

  • Synopsis of topics coming up in the full episode
  • Word Dissection: segment dissecting terminology that'll be used in (or relates to) the full episode, just like we do for our own A&P students —to get us ready to fully experience the full episode.
  • The A&P Professor Book Club: recommendations from Kevin (and from listeners like you) regarding books of interest to A&P teachers

But wait! There's more! Sometimes. Like in the preview episode for this full episode, there's a segment all about the features of the free TAPP app and Kevin plays a clip from a recent audio/video review of this podcast by podcasting experts.

 

Syllabus Warnings

16.5 minutes

Kevin usually has a Warnings! page in his syllabus or other course documents. It contains three warnings about, and rationale explaining, some important things a student should know before continuing in the A&P course. There is shouting involved.

 

Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program

1 minute

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nycc.edu/hapi

  Safety Advice

21 minutes

We're held responsible (at least in part) for the safety of everyone in our classroom. How best to prepare for and facilitate safety?

 

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Episode 57 Intro | TAPP Radio Preview27 Nov 201900:26:53

A brief preview of the upcoming full episode, featuring upcoming topics—plus word dissections, a book club recommendation of Powerful Teaching: Unleash the Science of Learning, an external review of this podcast, and the TAPP app!

00:19 | Topics
01:49 | TAPP app
13:24 | Podcast Review Show
17:25 | Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program
18:05 | Word Dissection
21:54 | Sponsored by HAPS
22:15 | Book Club
25:58 | Sponsored by AAA
26:13 | Staying Connected

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Upcoming Topics

1.5 minute

  • HAPS scholarships and awards
  • Value of  these preview episodes
  • My Nuzzel newsletter and why you should subscribe
  • Featured:
    • 3 Warnings I put into my A&P syllabus
    • The safety advice I always give my students

TAPP app

11.5 minutes

  • All about the TAPP (The A&P Professor) app for mobile devices
    • Plays episodes of this podcast
    • Plus bonus material (PDF hanounds, images, videos)
    • Free of charge
  • Lots of great features and functionality
  • Easy way to shared this podcast
    • Even folks who don't know how to access a podcast can download an app
  • Getting the TAPP app

Podcast Review Show

4 minutes

  • Podcasting experts Dave Jackson and Erik K. Johnson reviewed The A&P Professor podcast.
  • YOUR feedback is also welcome!

Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program

0.5 minute

The Master of Science in Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction—the MS-HAPI—is a graduate program for A&P teachers. A combination of science courses (enough to qualify you to teach at the college level) and courses in contemporary instructional practice, this program helps you power up  your teaching. Kevin Patton is a faculty member in this program. Check it out!

Word Dissection

4 minutes

Syllabuses or syllabi, which is it?

(retake of a classic segment from: 49 MORE Tricks for Retention & Success in Online Courses | Episode 22)

 

Sponsored by HAPS

0.5 minute

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Book Club

3.5 minutes

  • Powerful Teaching: Unleash the Science of Learning
  • by Pooja K. Agarwal & Patrice M. Bain
  • Special opportunity
    • Contribute YOUR book recommendation for A&P teachers!
      • Be sure include your reasons for recommending it
    • Any contribution used will receive a $25 gift certificate
    • The best contribution is one that you have recorded in your own voice (or in a voicemail at 1-833-LION-DEN)
    • Check out The A&P Professor Book Club

Sponsored by AAA

0.5 minutes

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Tools & Resources  Amazon TextExpander Rev.com Snagit & Camtasia The A&P Professor Logo Items   Sponsors   Transcript and captions for this episode are supported by the  American Association for Anatomy. anatomy.org   The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society  also provides marketing support for this podcast.  theAPprofessor.org/haps   Distribution of this episode is supported by  NYCC's online graduate program in  Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction (HAPI)  nycc.edu/hapi   Clicking on sponsor links  helps let them know you appreciate their support of this podcast!   Follow The A&P Professor on  Twitter, Facebook, Blogger, Nuzzel, Tumblr, or Instagram!   The A&P Professor® and Lion Den® are registered trademarks of Lion Den Inc. (Kevin Patton)  
Episode 56 Intro | TAPP Radio Preview15 Nov 201900:22:10

A brief preview of the upcoming full episode, featuring upcoming topics (macrophages in joints, sugared RNA, lab models, and more on scoring misspellings)—plus word dissections, a book club recommendation (The Miniature Guide to Critical Thinking Concepts and Tools), and more!

00:19 | Topics
01:24 | Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program
01:53 | Word Dissection
18:36 | Sponsored by HAPS
18:57 | Book Club
21:00 | Sponsored by AAA
21:16 | Staying Connected

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Upcoming Topics

1 minute

  • Update on new type of RNA called glycoRNA
  • Update on barrier macrophages in joints
  • Safely labeling anatomy models for lab practicals
  • Continuing the conversation about grading misspellings


Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program

0.5 minute

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Word Dissections

16.5 minutes

  • formative, summative
  • (lab) practical
  • rheumatoid arthritis (RA)
  • Y RNA
  • glycan
    • oligosaccharide, monosaccharide
    • N-glycan, O-glycan
    • glycosylation

 

Sponsored by HAPS

0.5 minute

The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society (HAPS) is a sponsor of this podcast.  You can help appreciate their support by clicking the link below and checking out the many resources and benefits found there. There are a bunch of 1-day regional workshops scattered all over the continent. There's probably one near you coming up this year (or next)!


Book Club

2 minutes

  • The Miniature Guide to Critical Thinking
  • Special opportunity
    • Contribute YOUR book recommendation for A&P teachers!
    • First five submitted and used will be in a drawing for a Kindle Fire HD 10 tablet
    • Any contribution used will receive a $25 gift certificate
    • The best contribution is one that you have recorded in your own voice (or in a voicemail at 1-833-LION-DEN)
  • Check out The A&P Professor Book Club


Sponsored by AAA

0.5 minutes

 

 

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Episode 55 Intro | TAPP Radio Preview31 Oct 201900:20:55

A brief preview of the upcoming full episode, featuring upcoming topics—mostly about whether proper spelling and letter case is important in teaching A&P—plus word dissections, a book club recommendation of Endurance: My Year in Space, A Lifetime of Discovery, and more!

00:19 | Topics
01:45 | Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program
02:29 | Word Dissection
16:07 | Sponsored by HAPS
16:34 | Book Club
19:52 | Sponsored by AAA
20:14 | Staying Connected

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Upcoming Topics

1.5 minutes

  • Communication, clarity, & medical errors
  • Is spelling important?
  • Alternate spellings
  • A case for proper case
  • Professionalism in the syllabus, focusing mainly on professional communication being part of our course

 

Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program

0.5 minute

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Word Dissections

13.5 minutes

  • perineum, perinea, perineal
  • peritoneum, peritonea, peritoneal
  • femur, femoral
  • fibula, fibulas, fibulae
  • letter case (type case)

 

 

Sponsored by HAPS

0.5 minute

The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society (HAPS) is a sponsor of this podcast.  You can help appreciate their support by clicking the link below and checking out the many resources and benefits found there. There are a bunch of 1-day regional workshops scattered all over the continent. There's probably one near you coming up this year (or next)!

 

 

Book Club

3.5 minutes

  • Endurance: My Year in Space, A Lifetime of Discovery Kindle Edition
  • Special opportunity
    • Contribute YOUR book recommendation for A&P teachers!
    • First five submitted and used will be in a drawing for a Kindle Fire HD 10 tablet
    • Any contribution used will receive a $25 gift certificate
    • The best contribution is one that you have recorded in your own voice (or in a voicemail at 1-833-LION-DEN)
  • Check out The A&P Professor Book Club

 

  Sponsored by AAA

0.5 minutes

 

 

If the hyperlinks here are not active, go to TAPPradio.org to find the episode page.

 

Sponsors   Transcript and captions for this episode are supported by the  American Association for Anatomy. anatomy.org     The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society  also provides marketing support for this podcast.  theAPprofessor.org/haps     Distribution of this episode is supported by  NYCC's online graduate program in  Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction (HAPI)  nycc.edu/hapi   Clicking on sponsor links  helps let them know you appreciate their support of this podcast!   Referrals also help defray podcasting expenses.  Amazon TextExpander Snagit & Camtasia The A&P Professor Logo Items   Follow The A&P Professor on  Twitter, Facebook, Blogger, Nuzzel, Tumblr, or Instagram!   The A&P Professor® and Lion Den® are registered trademarks of Lion Den Inc. (Kevin Patton)

 

 
Revisiting A&P Learning Outcomes | Episode 5421 Oct 201900:43:03

Host Kevin Patton previews the newly revised HAPS Learning Outcomes for A&P, discussing the goals of the revision and samples a few of the changes. Why is noon a good time to get your flu shot? Are there neurons that actively erase memories? Vaping: why A&P teachers need to keep up with the news.

00:42 | Timing of Vaccinations
02:36 | Sponsored by HAPS
03:04 | Neurons That Erase Memory
08:22 | Sponsored by AAA
08:47 | Vaping
13:45 | Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program
14:28 | Revisiting the HAPS Learning Outcomes for A&P
41:43 | Staying Connected

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It is what we think we know already that often prevents us from learning. (Claude Bernard)

 

Timing of Vaccinations

2 minutes

With a new flu season upon us, vaccination is a timely topic. Recent research suggests that the time of day at which we receive our vaccination may influence it's effectiveness. At midday, CD8 T cells may respond more strongly than at other times of day.

  • Immune cells called T cells multiply after vaccination in the middle of the day. (journal news article) my-ap.us/2LOv2tN
  • The circadian clock of CD8 T cells modulates their early response to vaccination and the rhythmicity of related signaling pathways (journal research article) my-ap.us/2OkPGTY
  • Australia Just Had a Bad Flu Season. That May Be a Warning for the U.S. (news article) my-ap.us/2OmPC6n
  • Frequently Asked Influenza (Flu) Questions: 2019-2020 Season (CDC info) my-ap.us/33oTN5H
  • Weekly U.S. Influenza Surveillance Report — Flu View (CDC updates) my-ap.us/326MEa2

 

 

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Neurons That Erase Memory

5.5 minutes

New evidence suggests that there is a population of neurons that actively erase old, unimportant memories during REM sleep. Hopefully, your memories of past episodes of this podcast will be preserved (as well as the date of my birthday).

  • Scientists Identify Neurons That Help the Brain Forget: In mice, cells in the hypothalamus clear out old memories while the animals sleep. (news article) my-ap.us/2OkxEkV
  • REM sleep–active MCH neurons are involved in forgetting hippocampus-dependent memories (journal report) my-ap.us/2MfVyvl

 

 

Sponsored by AAA

0.5 minutes

 

 

Vaping

5 minutes

Vaping is a timely topic, considering the emergence of vaping-induced lung injury and other vaping-related conditions. Discussing the news about vaping, which is frequently updated, is appropriate in the A&P course. Following the story over the course of a year may helps students better understand human science.

  • Vaping Illnesses Top 1,000, C.D.C. Says (news article) my-ap.us/2MgPUZL
  • Lung Damage From Vaping Resembles Chemical Burns, Report Says (news article) my-ap.us/2IoMZxa
  • Vaping-Induced Lung Injury (journal editorial) my-ap.us/2MhP2UH
  • The Health Effects of Electronic Cigarettes (journal review article) my-ap.us/2OnST5b
  • How Vaping Nicotine Can Affect A Teenage Brain (print/audio news story) my-ap.us/32b5OvG
  • CDC Vaping Information (search results showing current information) my-ap.us/2Mch70I
  • A Young Man Nearly Lost His Life to Vaping (newspaper article) my-ap.us/2qfkdZn
  • Vaping-related illness has a new name: EVALI (news article) my-ap.us/2MOaUau
  • Update: Interim Guidance for Health Care Providers Evaluating and Caring for Patients with Suspected E-cigarette, or Vaping, Product Use Associated Lung Injury — United States, October 2019 (CDC update) my-ap.us/33Cag6U

 

 

Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program

1 minute

The Master of Science in Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction—the MS-HAPI—is a graduate program for A&P teachers. A combination of science courses (enough to qualify you to teach at the college level) and courses in contemporary instructional practice, this program helps you power up  your teaching. Kevin Patton is a faculty member in this program. Check it out!

 

 

Revisting the A&P Learning Outcomes from HAPS

27 minutes

HAPS recently released its revised Learning Outcomes for A&P. It's a significant revision, with many improvements. Kevin discusses some of the changes and gives advice on how to navigate and use them in your course.

  • HAPS Learning Outcomes (download page for outcomes and white paper; requires login) my-ap.us/2noTclo
    • Module titles:
      • A: Body Plan & OrganizationB: HomeostasisC: Chemistry & Cell Biology

        D: Histology

        E: Integumentary System

        F: Skeletal System & Articulations

        G: Muscular System

        H: Nervous System

        I: General and Special Senses

        J: Endocrine System

        K: Cardiovascular System

        L: Lymphatic system and immunity

        M: Respiratory System

        N: Digestive system

        O: Nutrients & Metabolism

        P: Urinary System

        Q: Fluid/Electrolytes & Acid-Base Balance

        R: Reproductive System

        S: Introduction to Heredity

        T: Embryology

 

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Episode 54 Intro | TAPP Radio Preview16 Oct 201900:20:16

A brief preview of the upcoming full episode 54, featuring upcoming topics that include a brief discussion of the newly revised A&P Learning Outcomes from HAPS, updates regarding timing of vaccinations, a newly discovered type of neuron that erases old memories, and vaping.

There's more... some word dissections and Kevin's recommendation for The A&P Professor Book Club.

 

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Topics

2 minutes

  • Newly revised A&P Learning Outcomes from HAPS
  • Timing of vaccinations matters
  • Newly discovered neurons actively erase old memories
  • Vaping-related lung problems

Word Dissections

9.5 minutes

  • isovolumic & isovolumetric
  • hemopoiesis & hematopoiesis
  • vaccination
  • CD8 T cell

 

Book Club

5.5 minutes

  • Human Errors: A Panorama of Our Glitches, from Pointless Bones to Broken Genes
  • Special opportunity
    • Contribute YOUR book recommendation for A&P teachers!
    • First five submitted and used will be in a drawing for a Kindle Fire HD 10 tablet
    • Any contribution used will receive a $25 gift certificate
    • The best contribution is one that you have recorded in your own voice (or in a voicemail at 1-833-LION-DEN)
  • Check out The A&P Professor Book Club

 

If the hyperlinks here are not active, go to TAPPradio.org to find the episode page.

 

Sponsors   Transcript and captions for this episode are supported by the  American Association for Anatomy. anatomy.org     The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society  also provides marketing support for this podcast.  theAPprofessor.org/haps     Distribution of this episode is supported by  NYCC's online graduate program in  Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction (HAPI)  nycc.edu/hapi   Clicking on sponsor links  helps let them know you appreciate their support of this podcast!   Referrals also help defray podcasting expenses.  Amazon TextExpander Snagit & Camtasia The A&P Professor Logo Items   Follow The A&P Professor on  Twitter, Facebook, Blogger, Nuzzel, Tumblr, or Instagram!   The A&P Professor® and Lion Den® are registered trademarks of Lion Den Inc. (Kevin Patton)  
Cells & Oxygen Availability | Nobel Special | Episode 54 Bonus07 Oct 201900:25:25

Host Kevin Patton summarizes the 2019 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine to three scientists "for their discoveries of how cells sense and adapt to oxygen availability." A special bonus episode.

00:41 | Introduction to Bonus Episode
02:00 | Sponsored by HAPS
02:24 | Summary of Discovery
04:13 | Oxygen at Center Stage
05:24 | HIF Enters the Scene
08:08 | Sponsored by AAA
08:26 | VHL - An Unexpected Partner
11:37 | Oxygen sHIFts the Balance
13:20 | Oxygen Shapes Physiology & Pathology
15:15 | Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program
15:48 | Our Course
23:46 | Staying Connected

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Singing is like a celebration of oxygen. (Björk)

 

1 | Introduction to the Bonus Episode

1 minute

Kevin introduces the bonus episode, explaining that he's sharing the press release for the 2019 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. It's chunked for clarity.

Press release: The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine 2019. NobelPrize.org. Nobel Media AB 2019. Mon. 7 Oct 2019. <https://www.nobelprize.org/prizes/medicine/2019/press-release/>

 

2 | Sponsored by HAPS

2 minutes

The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society (HAPS) is a sponsor of this podcast.  You can help appreciate their support by clicking the link below and checking out the many resources and benefits found there. There are a bunch of 1-day regional workshops scattered all over the continent. There's probably one near you coming up this year (or next)!

Anatomy & Physiology Society 

theAPprofessor.org/haps

 

 

3 | Summary of the Discovery

2 minutes

  • 2019-10-07: The Nobel Assembly at Karolinska Institutet has today decided to award the 2019 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine jointly to William G. Kaelin Jr., Sir Peter J. Ratcliffe, and Gregg L. Semenza for their discoveries of how cells sense and adapt to oxygen availability.
  • They identified molecular machinery that regulates the activity of genes in response to varying levels of oxygen.

 

4 | Oxygen at Center Stage

1 minute

During evolution, mechanisms developed to ensure a sufficient supply of oxygen to tissues and cells.

 

5 | HIF Enters the Scene

3 minutes

  • Gregg Semenza studied the EPO (erythropoietin) gene and how it is regulated by varying oxygen levels.
  • In cultured liver cells he discovered a protein complex that binds to the identified DNA segment in an oxygen-dependent manner. He called this complex the hypoxia-inducible factor (HIF).
  • HIF was found to consist of two different DNA-binding proteins, so called transcription factors, now named HIF-1α and ARNT.

 

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7 | VHL - An Unexpected Partner

3 minutes

  • When oxygen levels are high, cells contain very little HIF-1α. However, when oxygen levels are low, the amount of HIF-1α increases so that it can bind to and thus regulate the EPO gene as well as other genes with HIF-binding DNA segments.
  • At about the same time as Semenza and Ratcliffe were exploring the regulation of the EPO gene, cancer researcher William Kaelin, Jr. was researching an inherited syndrome, von Hippel-Lindau’s disease (VHL disease).
    • VHL is part of a complex that labels proteins with ubiquitin, marking them for degradation in the proteasome.
    • Ratcliffe and his research group then made a key discovery: demonstrating that VHL can physically interact with HIF-1α and is required for its degradation at normal oxygen levels. This conclusively linked VHL to HIF-1α.

When oxygen levels are low (hypoxia), HIF-1α is protected from degradation and accumulates in the nucleus, where it associates with ARNT and binds to specific DNA sequences (HRE) in hypoxia-regulated genes (1). At normal oxygen levels, HIF-1α is rapidly degraded by the proteasome (2). Oxygen regulates the degradation process by the addition of hydroxyl groups (OH) to HIF-1α (3). The VHL protein can then recognize and form a complex with HIF-1α leading to its degradation in an oxygen-dependent manner (4). https://my-ap.us/35fm0O6

 

8 | Oxygen sHIFts the Balance

1.5 minutes

  • It was also shown that the gene activating function of HIF-1α was regulated by oxygen-dependent hydroxylation.
  • The Nobel Laureates had now elucidated the oxygen sensing mechanism and had shown how it works.

 

9 | Oxygen Shapes Physiology & Pathology

2 minutes

  • Thanks to the groundbreaking work of these Nobel Laureates, we know much more about how different oxygen levels regulate fundamental physiological processes.
    • For example, muscles, blood vessel formation, immunity, RBC production, placenta development, etc.
  • Oxygen sensing is central to a large number of diseases.
    • For example, patients with chronic renal failure often suffer from severe anemia due to decreased EPO expression. See figure (if you cant's see it, go to https://my-ap.us/2LW2cIb)

The awarded mechanism for oxygen sensing has fundamental importance in physiology, for example for our metabolism, immune response and ability to adapt to exercise. Many pathological processes are also affected. Intensive efforts are ongoing to develop new drugs that can either inhibit or activate the oxygen-regulated machinery for treatment of anemia, cancer and other diseases. https://my-ap.us/2LW2cIb

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11 | Our Course

8 minutes

  • This set of discoveries touches on many of the core concepts of our course (the big ideas of our story of the human body).
  • Nobel Prizes are a cultural touchstone that students can related to, and thus increase interest and motivation.
  • Nobel Prizes can be a starting point for discussion the role of science in the context of society and culture.
  • Additional resources:
    • Main page for this prize: my-ap.us/31Wuc3Z
    • Publications
      • Semenza, G.L, Nejfelt, M.K., Chi, S.M. & Antonarakis, S.E. (1991). Hypoxia-inducible nuclear factors bind to an enhancer element located 3’ to the human erythropoietin gene. Proc Natl Acad Sci USA, 88, 5680-5684 my-ap.us/2ontmP8

      • Wang, G.L., Jiang, B.-H., Rue, E.A. & Semenza, G.L. (1995). Hypoxia-inducible factor 1 is a basic-helix-loop-helix-PAS heterodimer regulated by cellular O2 tension. Proc Natl Acad Sci USA, 92, 5510-5514 my-ap.us/2IxLUD5

      • Maxwell, P.H., Wiesener, M.S., Chang, G.-W., Clifford, S.C., Vaux, E.C., Cockman, M.E., Wykoff, C.C., Pugh, C.W., Maher, E.R. & Ratcliffe, P.J. (1999). The tumour suppressor protein VHL targets hypoxia-inducible factors for oxygen-dependent proteolysis. Nature, 399, 271-275 my-ap.us/2op4XbP

      • Mircea, I., Kondo, K., Yang, H., Kim, W., Valiando, J., Ohh, M., Salic, A., Asara, J.M., Lane, W.S. & Kaelin Jr., W.G. (2001) HIFa targeted for VHL-mediated destruction by proline hydroxylation: Implications for O2 sensing. Science, 292, 464-468 my-ap.us/2IxIf8t

      • Jakkola, P., Mole, D.R., Tian, Y.-M., Wilson, M.I., Gielbert, J., Gaskell, S.J., von Kriegsheim, A., Heberstreit, H.F., Mukherji, M., Schofield, C.J., Maxwell, P.H., Pugh, C.W. & Ratcliffe, P.J. (2001). Targeting of HIF-α to the von Hippel-Lindau ubiquitylation complex by O2-regulated prolyl hydroxylation. Science, 292, 468-472 my-ap.us/35i4wR9

 

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Dancing Organelles, AI Resources, Distracting Animations, Timed Tests & Micro-credentials | TAPP 13809 Jun 202300:46:17

In Episode 138 of The A&P Professor podcast for anatomy & physiology faculty, host Kevin Patton discusses some new thinking about organelle function, why decorative animations are not a good idea in our teaching slides, news about Wendy Riggs and the 2023 HAPS President's Medal, why I don't like timed tests, resources for AI in the curriculum, and why micro-credentials are our friends. With all that, how is that we left out any mention of carbaminohemoglobin?

00:00 | Introduction

00:50 | Wendy Riggs Wins Big

04:173 | Curricular Resources for AI

08:55 | Timed Online Tests

24:12 | Micro-credentials for Professional Development

31:53 | Dancing Organelles

40:13 | Distracting Animations

43:44 | Staying Connected

 

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Wendy Riggs Wins Big

3.5 minutes

At the 2023 HAPS Conference, Wendy Riggs, a College of the Redwoods educator, presented a workshop on alternative grading (mentioning 106 on ungrading 😊). Wendy was awarded the prestigious HAPS President's Medal 🏅 for her contributions to anatomy and physiology education. Check out her YouTube videos for A&P and biology topics.

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Curricular Resources about AI for Teaching

4.5 minutes

CRAFT (Curricular Resources about AI for Teaching) offers resources from Stanford University to enhance understanding and integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in education. They emphasize that knowledge of AI goes beyond coding and math, highlighting its influence on modern life. AI's reliance on human-generated data and the need for responsible design are explored. College faculty can subtly incorporate AI topics into their courses to prepare students for its real-world impact.

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Timed Online Tests

15 minutes

The discussion revolves around timed online tests and their impact on student learning. While timed tests aim to prevent cheating, they may inadvertently disadvantage students with certain challenges or learning disabilities. Kevin Patton suggests considering untimed tests, promoting inclusivity and accommodating students who may need extra time. He shares experiences and strategies that have worked for his students.

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Micro-credentials for Professional Development

7.5 minutes

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Dancing Organelles

8 minutes

In human science, we are always learning something new—often replacing earlier ideas and descriptions. Nowhere is this as evident than in cell biology. This segment highlights some new thinking about organelles and their previously overlooked interactions. An example is the "dance" between mitochondria and endoplasmic reticulum (ER).

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★  Is Anatomy Finished? | A Review of New Discoveries | TAPP 105

 

Distracting Animations

3.5 minutes

Are your teaching animations more distracting than helpful? Discover the impact of decorative animations on student recall and cognitive load. Optimize your teaching materials for better learning outcomes by minimizing distractions and prioritizing clarity.

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How to Amplify Learning in the A&P Course | Episode 5330 Sep 201900:55:06

Host Kevin Patton summarizes many strategies from learning science that can amplify learning in our courses. Also, updates in the role of exosomes in the spread of cancer and how activity type affects the shape of our heart.

00:48 | Jargon: Show Notes & Episode Pages
05:07 | Sponsored by HAPS
07:01 | Role of Exosomes in Spread of Cancer
13:20 | Sponsored by AAA
13:44 | Activity Type Affects Heart Shape
18:03 | Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program
18:35 | Amplifying Learning in A&P: ANSWER
53:30 | Staying Connected

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Give the pupils something to do, not something to learn; and the doing is of such a nature as to demand thinking; learning naturally results. (John Dewey)

 

1 | Jargon: Show Notes & Episode Page

4 minutes

Kevin explains that show notes are notes and links related to an episode.

You are reading the show notes right now!

The episode page is a page dedicated to an episode at theAPprofessor.org and it contains the show notes, which may also be available in the podcasts or radio app where you listen to episodes.

 

 

2 | Sponsored by HAPS

2 minutes

The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society (HAPS) is a sponsor of this podcast.  You can help appreciate their support by clicking the link below and checking out the many resources and benefits found there. There are a bunch of 1-day regional workshops scattered all over the continent. There's probably one near you coming up this year (or next)!

  • Cleaning Anatomical Models with Denture Tablets (blog post by Carol Britson) my-ap.us/2Qn9FnP

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3 | Exosomes & Metastasis

6.5 minutes

Extracellular vesicles (EVs) such as exosomes and oncosomes play important roles in spreading cancer. For example, exosomes play a role in the metastasis of breast and lung cancer, through the blood-brain barrier (BBB) to the brain tissue. We are still working out the mechanisms.

  • Sneaky Spread: How breast cancer uses exosomes to breach the blood-brain barrier (news summary) my-ap.us/2QjS5Rw
  • Brainwashed by extracellular vesicles: the role of extracellular vesicles in primary and metastatic brain tumour microenvironment (review article) my-ap.us/2QkDoxv
  • What are Oncosomes? (description) my-ap.us/2Qj3PUf

 

4 | Sponsored by AAA

0.5 minutes

 

 

5 | Activity & Heart Shape

4.5 minutes

Evolution has played a role in making human hearts similar to chimpanzee hearts. The left ventricle is thick-walled and short—best suited for shorter and perhaps intense bursts of activity. However, the heart is able to elongate and have a thinner wall to adapt to a lifestyle that features endurance activity.

  • Running—or sitting—can change the shape of your heart (news summary) my-ap.us/2ACm7oO
  • Selection of endurance capabilities and the trade-off between pressure and volume in the evolution of the human heart (research article) my-ap.us/2AEbvpO
    • " the human (LV) evolved numerous features that help to augment stroke volume (SV), enabling moderate-intensity EPA. We also show that phenotypic plasticity of the human LV trades off pressure adaptations for volume capabilities, becoming more similar to a chimpanzee-like heart in response to physical inactivity or chronic pressure loading."

 

 

6 | Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program

1 minute

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7 | Amplifying Learning in A&P

35 minutes

In this discussion, Kevin borrows a mnemonic acronym from Yee and Boyd (cited below) that summarizes key strategies derived from learning science (cognitive psychology) and riffs on adapting it to the A&P course to amplify learning.

 

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Episode 53 Intro | TAPP Radio Preview25 Sep 201900:16:11

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Topics

1 minute

  • Strategies to amplify learning in the A&P course
  • The role of exosomes in the spread of cancer
  • How heart shape relates to type of activity

Word Dissections

8.5 minutes

  • Metastasis
  • Extracellular vesicle (EV)
  • Exosome
  • Oncosome
  • Transcytosis

Book Club

3.5 minutes

  • Prime Mover:  A Natural History of Muscle
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The Case for Case Studies | Episode 5216 Sep 201900:49:50

Host Kevin Patton discusses the many ways case studies can be used in teaching, why they enhance learning, and where to find them. Also, updates in factors underlying left-handedness, functional maps of the brain, and reversing biological age, plus some tips on responding to student questions.

00:44 | Left-handedness
02:54 | Responding to Students
22:30 | Sponsored by HAPS
22:59 | Mapping Brain Functions
26:55 | Sponsored by AAA
27:14 | Reversing Age
30:32 | Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program
31:18 | Case Studies in Teaching A&P
47:59 | Staying Connected

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If the left half of the brain controls the right half of the body then only left handed people are in their right mind. (W.C. Fields)

 

1 | Left-Handedness

2 minutes

A new report suggests that left-handedness, which one in ten of us exhibit, is partially influenced by genes. One effect of these genes is to change the structure of our body cells' cytoskeleton. Of course, a lot more work has to be done. By left-handers and right-handers alike.

  • Left-handed DNA found - and it changes brain structure (brief summary article) my-ap.us/2AfTLAQ
  • Handedness, language areas and neuropsychiatric diseases: insights from brain imaging and genetics (research article) my-ap.us/2AbWACQ

 

 

2 | Responding to Students

19.5 minutes

Half of students don't read the syllabus, don't read directions, don't listen to us—which can produce some frustrations when they reach out to us with questions that they already have the answer for. Somewhere nearby them. Kevin gives some tips on how to to handle these with grace and ease (taking barely any time or effort), as well as advice on heading them off before they are asked.

 

 

3 | Sponsored by HAPS

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4 | Mapping Brain Functions

4 minutes

We've all see various functional maps of the human brain. But once you get down to the smaller regions, or parcels, it gets weird. Beyond a certain resolution, things are very flexible. Because functions of tiny parcels vary with the state of that region of the brain in any given moment, we will probably not be able to produce a high-resolution functional map of the brain—even for any one individual.

  • There is no single functional atlas even for a single individual: Parcellation of the human brain is state dependent (research article) my-ap.us/2Aighc0
  • Brodmann areas (maps and explanation) my-ap.us/2Qc2COA

 

 

5 | Sponsored by AAA

0.5 minutes

 

 

6 | Reversing Age

3.5 minutes

Can biological age be reversed? Some research in a small group of older men suggest it may be possible. Using a cocktail of common drugs, their epigenomes showed a younger biological age. Hmm.

  • First hint that body’s ‘biological age’ can be reversed (brief summary from Nature) my-ap.us/2Ad78BR
  • Reversal of epigenetic aging and immunosenescent trends in humans (research article from Aging Cell) my-ap.us/2AfUmCA

 

7 | Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program

1 minute

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8 | Case Studies in Teaching Anatomy & Physiology

16.5 minutes

In this discussion, Kevin defines what a case study is, described some different sorts of case studies, explains why case studies are such a powerful learning experience, and give sources for peer-reviewed, classroom-tested case studies for A&P. And a few odd and creative ideas, one from listener Christy Pitts, thrown in as a bonus! We're all about bonuses here.

 

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  • Using case studies in teaching A&P
  • Issues with trying to map out (parcellate) the human brain
  • A claim that the body's biological age can be reversed
  • Have we found the genes for left-handedness?
  • Responding to individual student questions: tips & tricks

Word Dissections

10.5 minutes

  • Case
  • Hypercalcemia
  • Parcellation
  • Atlas
  • Epigenetic and Epigenome

Book Club

4.5 minutes

  • Heart: A History
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The Case for Transparency | Episode 5102 Sep 201900:44:41

Host Kevin Patton asks why we should be transparent in our course and elsewhere. Plus an update on AAA's recent rebranding, how the tongue can smell, tips on serving students better, and updates on brain cells.

 

00:43 | Smell and Taste
02:18 | Old Gray Coat (Service to Students)
10:08 | Sponsored by HAPS
10:46 | Brain Cell Comparisons
12:50 | T Cells Attack Brain Stem Cells
15:25 | Sponsored by AAA (A New Name!)
19:35 | Transparency in Podcasting
32:16 | Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program
33:15 | Transparency in Teaching
42:40 | Staying Connected

 

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Honesty and transparency make you vulnerable. Be honest and transparent anyway. (Mother Teresa)

 

1 | Smell and Taste

1.5 minutes

Did you know that the tongue can smell? Kevin gives an update on new research.

  • Human Tongues Can Apparently Smell Things (brief summary) my-ap.us/2Lc2B7u
  • Smelling with your tongue: Identification of functional olfactory receptors in human taste cells opens doors to new approaches to modify food flavor (brief summary)my-ap.us/2LjwwL9
  • Mammalian Taste Cells Express Functional Olfactory Receptors (journal article) my-ap.us/2LhTfaD

 

2 | Old Gray Coat

8 minutes

You ever see me in my classic, reliable, sporty (really old) gray sport coat at a HAPS conference? If not, then maybe you haven't seen me at a HAPS conference within the last 20 or so years. Or any conference, for that matter. Having nearly lost it after the 2019 HAPS conference, I use my bad experience with a dry cleaner to more fully realize the importance of good customer-service skills when dealing with students.

 

3 | Sponsored by HAPS

0.5 minutes

The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society (HAPS) is a sponsor of this podcast.  You can help appreciate their support by clicking the link below and checking out the many resources and benefits found there. There are a bunch of 1-day regional workshops scattered all over the continent. There's probably one near you coming up this year (or next)!

Anatomy & Physiology Society 

theAPprofessor.org/haps

 

4 | Brain Cell Comparisons

2 minutes

The current flurry of cellular and molecular research on brains is largely carried out in mice, with the assumption that it will inform us about human brains. Is that valid? How far does it go? Kevin cites a recent report that furthers our understanding of this comparison.

  • Conserved cell types with divergent features in human versus mouse cortex (journal article) my-ap.us/2ZtUptu

 

5 | T Cells Attack Brain Stem Cells

2.5 minutes

Yeah, another update on making new neurons in adult brains. This time, we find some evidence that "rogue" T cells may attack stem cells in the brain, specifically in the subventricular zone (SVZ), thus slowing the rate of making new neurons.

  • Rogue immune cells can infiltrate old brains: Killer T cells may dampen new nerve cell production in aged mice (summary article) my-ap.us/2LgPvWI
  • Single-cell analysis reveals T cell infiltration in old neurogenic niches (journal article) my-ap.us/2Ljx4Rd

 

6 | Sponsored by AAA | A New Name & Logo for AAA!

4 minutes

  • The American Association of Anatomists has recently changed its name to the American Association for Anatomy and updated its logo to better reflect its mission. Find out more in this segment, as Kevin explains the changes.
  • A searchable transcript for this episode, as well as the captioned audiogram of this episode, are sponsored by the American Association for Anatomy (AAA) at anatomy.org.

 

7 | Transparency in Podcasting

12.5 minutes

While participating in a gigantic conference for podcasters, Kevin learned some things about the need for transparency. In this segment, he cites some principles of being up front about financial relationships. Then he explains the story behind the financial relationships in this podcast.

Okay, a buck or two goes to funding this podcast. But don't you really NEED some hip-logo gear from The A&P Professor? Be stylish for the new academic season with your own hip mug for A&P professors! Or a shirt! Or all kinds of swag. my-ap.us/2lnFsGd

 

8 | Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program

1 minute

The Master of Science in Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction—the MS-HAPI—is a graduate program for A&P teachers. A combination of science courses (enough to qualify you to teach at the college level) and courses in contemporary instructional practice, this program helps you power up  your teaching. Kevin Patton is a faculty member in this program. Check it out!

nycc.edu/hapi

 

9 | Transparency in Teaching

9.5 minutes

Yeah, nearly everything I learn—about anything, really—I find a way to apply it to my teaching. In a previous segment, I explained some things I learned about transparency in podcasting. In this segment, I apply those principles to my teaching.

Photo: Tyler Rutherford

 

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Sponsors   Transcript and captions for this episode are supported by the  American Association of Anatomists. anatomy.org     The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society  also provides marketing support for this podcast.  theAPprofessor.org/haps     Distribution of this episode is supported by  NYCC's online graduate program in  Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction (HAPI)  nycc.edu/hapi   Clicking on sponsor links  helps let them know you appreciate their support of this podcast!   Referrals also help defray podcasting expenses.  Amazon TextExpander Snagit & Camtasia The A&P Professor Logo Items   Follow The A&P Professor on  Twitter, Facebook, Blogger, Nuzzel, Tumblr, or Instagram!   The A&P Professor® and Lion Den® are registered trademarks of Lion Den Inc. (Kevin Patton)  
Episode 51 Intro | TAPP Radio Preview27 Aug 201900:13:08

Host Kevin Patton previews the content of the upcoming full episode, which focuses on transparency (in this podcast and in our teaching), updates in brain cells, olfaction on the tongue, and more.

There's more... some word dissections and Margaret Reece's recommendation for The A&P Professor Book Club.

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Topics

2 minutes

  • Fresh episodes
  • Transparency (in this podcast and in our course)
  • AAA branding changes
  • Serving our students better
  • Updates on brain cells
  • Olfaction update

Word Dissections

5.5 minutes

  • Transparency
  • Olfaction
  • Gustation
  • Subventricular zone (SVZ)

Book Club

3.0 minutes

  • Trail Guide to Movement, Building the Body in Motion
  • Special opportunity
    • Contribute YOUR book recommendation for A&P teachers!
    • First five submitted and used will be in a drawing for a Kindle Fire HD 10 tablet
    • Any contribution used will receive a $25 gift certificate
    • The best contribution is one that you have recorded in your own voice (or in a voicemail at 1-833-LION-DEN)
  • Check out The A&P Professor Book Club

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Sponsors   Transcript and captions for this episode are supported by the  American Association of Anatomists. anatomy.org     The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society  also provides marketing support for this podcast.  theAPprofessor.org/haps     Distribution of this episode is supported by  NYCC's online graduate program in  Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction (HAPI)  nycc.edu/hapi   Clicking on sponsor links  helps let them know you appreciate their support of this podcast!   Referrals also help defray podcasting expenses.  Amazon TextExpander Snagit & Camtasia The A&P Professor Logo Items   Follow The A&P Professor on  Twitter, Facebook, Blogger, Nuzzel, Tumblr, or Instagram!   The A&P Professor® and Lion Den® are registered trademarks of Lion Den Inc. (Kevin Patton)  
Connecting in the Distance Course Special | Episode 5012 Aug 201901:12:59

Host Kevin Patton presents a remix of classic segments from the TAPP Radio archive, all summarizing "tricks" to increase student retention and promote student success in distance or hybrid courses.

00:00:47 | Introduction to the Special Episode
00:02:59 | Sponsored by HAPS
00:03:26 | 49 Tricks for Retention & Success in Online Courses
00:26:55 | Sponsored by AAA
00:27:30 | 49 MORE Tricks for Retention & Success in Online Courses
00:49:45 | Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program
00:50:48 | EVEN MORE Tricks for Retention & Success in Online Courses
01:09:20 | Staying Connected

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I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel. Carl W. Buehner

 

1 | Introduction to the Special Episode

2 minutes

This is the third of a series of special episodes in which classic segments from past episodes that all reflect a similar theme are brought together for further review and reflection.

The general topic of this special episode revolves another recurring theme of this podcast:

making connections with students in online & hybrid courses

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2 | Sponsored by HAPS

0.5 minutes

The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society (HAPS) is a sponsor of this podcast.  You can help appreciate their support by clicking the link below and checking out the many resources and benefits found there. There are a bunch of 1-day regional workshops scattered all over the continent. There's probably one near you coming up this year (or next)!

Anatomy & Physiology Society 

theAPprofessor.org/haps

 

 

3 | 49 Tricks for Retention & Success in Online Courses

32.5 minutes

Online courses are notorious for high dropout rates and high failure rates, compared to traditional face-to-face classes. In this classic segment from Episode 21, Kevin shares a bunch (perhaps not exactly 49) strategies he has found to work in creating and nurturing the kinds of connections that help retain students and support their success in the course.

 

 

4 | Sponsored by AAA

0.5 minute

The searchable transcript for this episode, as well as the captioned audiogram of this episode, are sponsored by The American Association of Anatomists (AAA) at anatomy.org.

NOTE: AAA changed its name from The American Association of Anatomists to The American Association for Anatomy after this podcast was recorded.

 

5 | 49 MORE Tricks for Retention & Success in Online Courses

22 minutes

Online courses are notorious for high dropout rates and high failure rates, compared to traditional face-to-face classes. Kevin continues to share a bunch (perhaps not exactly 49) strategies he has found to work in creating and nurturing the kinds of connections that help retain students and support their success in the course.

This classic segment from Episode 22 focuses on adding faces to an online course (sort of like in a face-to-face course), plus how to use scheduled video, audio, and text announcements to stay connected with students.

"A good plan today is better than a perfect plan tomorrow."
Patton's Law (Gen. George S. Patton)

 

 

6 | Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program

1 minute

The Master of Science in Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction—the MS-HAPI—is graduate program for A&P teachers. A combination of science courses (enough to qualify you to teach at the college level) and courses in instructional practice, this program helps you power up  your teaching. Kevin Patton is a faculty member in this program. Check it out!

nycc.edu/hapi

 

 

7 | EVEN MORE Tricks for Retention & Success in Online Courses

18.5 minutes

Online courses are notorious for high dropout rates and high failure rates, compared to traditional face-to-face classes. In this classic segment from Episode 23, Kevin continues to share even more strategies he has found to work in creating and nurturing the kinds of connections that help retain students and support their success in the course.

This segment focuses on:

  • Why reaching out to individual students who may be at risk is important--and how to do that.
  • Why feedback to students is important in nurturing connections.
  • Some final thoughts.

 

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Sponsors   Transcript and captions for this episode are supported by the  American Association of Anatomists. anatomy.org     The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society  also provides marketing support for this podcast.  theAPprofessor.org/haps     Distribution of this episode is supported by  NYCC's online graduate program in  Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction (HAPI)  nycc.edu/hapi   Clicking on sponsor links  helps let them know you appreciate their support of this podcast!   Referrals also help defray podcasting expenses.  Amazon TextExpander Snagit & Camtasia The A&P Professor Logo Items   Follow The A&P Professor on  Twitter, Facebook, Blogger, Nuzzel, Tumblr, or Instagram!   The A&P Professor® and Lion Den® are registered trademarks of Lion Den Inc. (Kevin Patton)

 

 
The Silent Teacher Special | Episode 4929 Jul 201901:21:06

Host Kevin Patton presents a remix of classic segments from the TAPP Radio archive, all related to the role of human remains in teaching and learning anatomy. Features two conversations with Aaron Fried.

01:00 | Introduction to the Special Episode
04:35 | Sponsored by HAPS
04:57 | The Silent Teacher | Aaron Fried
30:07 | Sponsored by AAA
30:25 | Situs Inversus
46:32 | Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program
46:59 | Book Club x 3
56:26 | Podcast Award Nomination
57:20 | The Nazi Anatomists | Aaron Fried

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The way I see it, being dead is not terribly far off from being on a cruise ship. Most of your time is spent lying on your back. The brain has shut down. The flesh begins to soften. Nothing much new happens, and nothing is expected of you. (Mary Roach)

 

1 | Introduction to the Special Episode

3.5 minutes

This is the second of a series of special episodes in which classic segments from past episodes that all reflect a similar theme are brought together for further review and reflection.

The general topic of this special episode revolves a recurring theme of this podcast:

using human remains (and reproductions) in teaching anatomy

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2 | Sponsored by HAPS

0.5 minutes

The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society (HAPS) is a sponsor of this podcast.  You can help appreciate their support by clicking the link below and checking out the many resources and benefits found there. 

Anatomy & Physiology Society 

theAPprofessor.org/haps

 https://my-ap.us/HAPS

 

3 | The Silent Teacher—A Conversation with Aaron Fried

25 minutes

Aaron Fried, A&P faculty at Mohawk Valley Community College and national speaker on human body donation and anatomists in Nazi Germany, joins Kevin for a lively discussion of the value of "the silent teacher"—the human body donor—in teaching human structure. This chat touches on the value of respect and appreciation of human donors, proper implementation of human remains such as skeletons in A&P courses, and how that respect should extend to reproductions of human specimens.

This is the first of two conversations with Aaron Fried. The next episode (Episode 30) will delve more deeply into the anatomy illustrations produced by anatomists in Nazi Germany and the many ethical questions surrounding their continued use in anatomy labs around the world.

https://theapprofessor.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Rembrandt_Harmensz_van_Rijn_007_2.jpg    4 | Sponsored by AAA

0.5 minute

The searchable transcript for this episode, as well as the captioned audiogram of this episode, are sponsored by The American Association of Anatomists (AAA) at anatomy.org

 

  5 | Situs Inversus

16 minutes

Situs inversus is a mirrorlike flipping of visceral organs that occurs in embryonic development. Also called situs transversus or situs oppositus. Normal siting of organs is called situs solitus.

  • Situs inversus and my 'through the looking glass' body (recent article by someone living with situs inversus) my-ap.us/2WatPzP
  • Body donor's rare anatomy offers valuable lessons (press release on recent 99-year old donor with situs inversus with levocardia) my-ap.us/2Wf5MzO
  • Heart Transplantation in Situs Inversus Maintaining Dextrocardia (interesting study of transplanting 'normal' hearts into patients with dextrocardia) my-ap.us/2WmbTlL

 

 

6 | Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program

0.5 minute

The Master of Science in Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction—the MS-HAPI—is graduate program for A&P teachers. A combination of science courses (enough to qualify you to teach at the college level) and courses in instructional practice, this program helps you power up  your teaching. Kevin Patton is a faculty member in this program. A new cohort starting in the fall trimester is starting now, so check it out!

nycc.edu/hapi

 

7 | Book Club (x3)

9.5 minutes

Kevin revisits several book recommendations from the TAPP Book Club —all related to this episode's theme.

  • The Anatomist
    • by Bill Hayes
    • Book about Henry Gray and illustrator Henry Vandyke Carter)
    • amzn.to/2jMwlOR
  • The Silent Teacher: The Gift of Body Donation
    • by Dr. Claire Smith
    • Book about body donation in anatomical education
    • amzn.to/2Gfbxap
  • Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers
    • by Mary Roach
    • amzn.to/2Ys2s51
    • Ten Things We Use When Embalming (blog post by a funeral director, shows the little discs with hooks that keep eyelids closed) my-ap.us/2Eak1ic

 

8 | Podcast Award Nomination

1 minute

The A&P Professor podcast needs additional nominations to get to the next round of The People's Choice Podcast Awards. Lot more. Will you please take a moment to nominate this podcast? And ask your friends and relatives, even strangers, to also nominate us?

These must be completed by the end of July!

PodcastAwards.com

 

9 | The Nazi Anatomists—A Conversation with Aaron Fried

21 minutes

Aaron Fried, A&P faculty at Mohawk Valley Community College and national speaker on human body donation and anatomists in Nazi Germany, joins Kevin for a lively discussion of the value of "the silent teacher"—the human body donor—in teaching human structure. In this second of two chats, Aaron discusses illustrations produced using executed prisoners in Nazi Germany and what this means for today's A&P teacher.

 

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Sponsors   Transcript and captions for this episode are supported by the  American Association of Anatomists. anatomy.org     The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society  also provides marketing support for this podcast.  theAPprofessor.org/haps     Distribution of this episode is supported by  NYCC's online graduate program in  Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction (HAPI)  nycc.edu/hapi   Clicking on sponsor links  helps let them know you appreciate their support of this podcast!   Referrals also help defray podcasting expenses.  Amazon TextExpander Snagit & Camtasia The A&P Professor Logo Items   Follow The A&P Professor on  Twitter, Facebook, Blogger, Nuzzel, Tumblr, or Instagram!   The A&P Professor® and Lion Den® are registered trademarks of Lion Den Inc. (Kevin Patton)

 

 
The Storytelling Special | Episode 4815 Jul 201901:11:33

00:49 | Special Series
05:24 | Storytelling in the A&P Course
20:14 | Storytelling is a Human Skill
22:16 | Sponsored by HAPS
22:38 | Playful & Serious Stories
36:43 | Sponsored by AAA
37:01 | Cells Hate Calcium
43:52 | Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program
44:18 | Actin & Myosin in Love
56:03 | Podcast Award Nomination
56:56 | Last Best Story

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To be playful and serious at the same time is possible, and it defines the ideal mental condition. (John Dewey)

 

1 | Special Series of Episodes

4.5 minutes

This and the next few episodes will be super, spectacular, and special. So I'm calling them "specials" just like the grownups in the media world do.

These specials are single-topic-ish recasts of some of the major themes from the past 18 months of this podcast. A mix of old and new. But mostly, the classic stuff that we'll benefit from reviewing and reflecting upon.

The general topic of this special episode revolves a recurring theme of this podcast:

teaching as a form of storytelling

 

 

2 | Storytelling in the A&P Course

15 minutes

Kevin explains why he thinks storytelling is the heart of effective teaching, especially in the A&P course. He outlines the “storytelling persona”; making sure there is a beginning, middle, and end to our stories, applying storytelling to both lectures and the entire course, using drama, conflict and resolution, and other techniques.

 

3 | Teachers vs. Robots | AI in Teaching

2 minutes

Artificial intelligence (AI) is seen by some as the emerging technology to replace teachers. Really? How should we respond? In Episode 47, I suggest that developing the uniquely human (and humane) skills—such as storytelling—is our best strategy. This is a clip taken from the middle of that segment.

 

4 | Sponsored by HAPS

0.5 minutes

The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society (HAPS) is a sponsor of this podcast.  You can help appreciate their support by clicking the link below and checking out the many resources and benefits found there. AND mention your appreciation to the HAPS leadership while you are at the conference—or anytime that you communicate with them.

Anatomy & Physiology Society 

theAPprofessor.org/haps

 

 

5 | Playfulness & Seriousness

14 minutes

Segment 1 explained Kevin's view that effective A&P teachers are good storytellers. This segment "continues the story" by discussing analogies. Analogies can be stories that help students understand complex concepts. Sometimes, they are most effective when they are playful, which helps engage students and makes the stories easy to remember. Kevin relates his use of "phosphorylation frogs" in a story that can be referred to every time ATP generation comes up in the course. What are the pros and cons of using analogies?

 

6 | Sponsored by AAA

0.5 minute

The searchable transcript for this episode, as well as the captioned audiogram of this episode, are sponsored by The American Association of Anatomists (AAA) at anatomy.org. Their big meeting is in April at the Experimental Biology (EB) meeting in Orlando FL. Check it out!

 

7 | Cells Hate Calcium (and Sodium) but Love Potassium

7 minutes

A simple analogy can help students remember a recurring principle about cell behavior involving important ions.

 

8 | Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program

0.5 minute

The Master of Science in Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction—the MS-HAPI—is graduate program for A&P teachers. A combination of science courses (enough to qualify you to teach at the college level) and courses in instructional practice, this program helps you power up  your teaching. Kevin Patton is a faculty member in this program. Check it out!

nycc.edu/hapi

 

9 | Actin & Myosin: A Love Story

12 minutes

Kevin tells the story of actin and myosin as an analogy to a classic love story. This playful story reflects the focus of recent episodes about the use of storytelling and analogies in teaching A&P.

 

10 | Podcast Award Nomination

1 minute

The A&P Professor podcast needs additional nominations to get to the next round of The People's Choice Podcast Awards. Lot more. Will you please take a moment to nominate this podcast? And ask your friends and relatives, even strangers, to also nominate us?

PodcastAwards.com

 

11 | Last Best Story in Adult Neurogenesis & ANS Pathways

12 minutes

The "last best story" is what I tell my students I'm providing to them. That approach emphasizes the evolving nature of scientific understanding. In this episode, I mention two stories that are evolving right now.

 

If the hyperlinks here are not active, go to TAPPradio.org to find the episode page.

 

Sponsors   Transcript and captions for this episode are supported by the  American Association of Anatomists. anatomy.org     The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society  also provides marketing support for this podcast.  theAPprofessor.org/haps     Distribution of this episode is supported by  NYCC's online graduate program in  Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction (HAPI)  nycc.edu/hapi   Clicking on sponsor links  helps let them know you appreciate their support of this podcast!   Referrals also help defray podcasting expenses.  Amazon TextExpander Snagit & Camtasia The A&P Professor Logo Items     Follow The A&P Professor on  Twitter, Facebook, Blogger, Nuzzel, Tumblr, or Instagram!   The A&P Professor® and Lion Den® are registered trademarks of Lion Den Inc. (Kevin Patton)  
The Human Microbial System | Episode 4701 Jul 201900:33:35

Host Kevin Patton discusses the human microbial system and how he approaches it in the A&P course. A plea for your nomination to the People's Choice Podcast Awards. How we can prepare ourselves for the age of artificial intelligence in teaching.

00:50 | Teachers vs. Robots
14:29 | Sponsored by HAPS
14:57 | Podcast Award Nomination
15:50 | Sponsored by AAA
16:13 | Featured: The Human Microbial System
29:50 |  Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program
30:21 | Special Episodes Coming!

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Life did not take over the world by combat, but by networking. (Lynn Margulis and Dorion Sagan)

 

1 | Teachers vs. Robots | AI in Teaching

13.5 minutes

Artificial intelligence (AI) is seen by some as the emerging technology to replace teachers. Really? How should we respond?

 

  2 | Sponsored by HAPS

0.5 minutes

The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society (HAPS) is a sponsor of this podcast.  You can help appreciate their support by clicking the link below and checking out the many resources and benefits found there. AND mention your appreciation to the HAPS leadership while you are at the conference—or anytime that you communicate with them.

Anatomy & Physiology Society 

theAPprofessor.org/haps

 

 

3 | Podcast Award Nomination

1 minute

The A&P Professor podcast needs additional nominations to get to the next round of The People's Choice Podcast Awards. Lot more. Will you please take a moment to nominate this podcast? And ask your friends and relatives, even strangers, to also nominate us?

PodcastAwards.com

 

    4 | Sponsored by AAA

0.5 minute

The searchable transcript for this episode, as well as the captioned audiogram of this episode, are sponsored by The American Association of Anatomists (AAA) at anatomy.org. Their big meeting is in April at the Experimental Biology (EB) meeting in Orlando FL. Check it out!

 

  5 | The Human Microbial System

13.5 minutes

The human microbiome is rapidly emerging as an important character in the story of human structure and function. Perhaps we should start thinking of it alongside the other major systems of the body—as the human microbial system (HMS).

  • Encyclopedia of Ecology (definition of niche) my-ap.us/2XwrLGj
  • The Integrative Human Microbiome Project (a brief overview from Nature) my-ap.us/2ZQHtcH
  • Resources in the special collection from Nature:
    • Milestones in human microbiota research (timeline) my-ap.us/2ZTNVjo
    • Human Microbiome Project, part 2 (list of articles) my-ap.us/2ZXzpXV
    • Longitudinal multi-omics of host–microbe dynamics in prediabetes (article) my-ap.us/2ZSPhdX
    • The Integrative Human Microbiome Project (perspective article) my-ap.us/2ZQHtcH
    • Racioethnic diversity in the dynamics of the vaginal microbiome during pregnancy (article)my-ap.us/2ZYFa7H
  • Meta-omics analysis of elite athletes identifies a performance-enhancing microbe that functions via lactate metabolism (research article) my-ap.us/2ZOW34D
    • Working out the bugs: microbial modulation of athletic performance (related overview) my-ap.us/2ZTv0VS
  • Google NGram Viewer (chart showing frequency of term microbiome in all books indexed by Google 1970-2008) my-ap.us/2ZYyIh3

 

  6 | Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program

0.5 minute

The Master of Science in Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction—the MS-HAPI—is graduate program for A&P teachers. A combination of science courses (enough to qualify you to teach at the college level) and courses in instructional practice, this program helps you power up  your teaching. Kevin Patton is a faculty member in this program. Check it out!

nycc.edu/hapi

 

 https://my-ap.us/HAPS   7 | Special Series of Episodes

2.5 minutes

The next few episodes will be super, spectacular, and special. So I'm calling them "specials" just like the grownups in the media world do.

These specials will be single-topic-ish recasts of some of the major themes from the past 18 months of this podcast. A mix of old and new. But mostly, the classic stuff that we'll benefit from reviewing and reflecting upon.

Hold onto your seats, this is going to be a blast!


If the hyperlinks here are not active, go to TAPPradio.org to find the episode page.

 

Sponsors   Transcript and captions for this episode are supported by the  American Association of Anatomists. anatomy.org     The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society  also provides marketing support for this podcast.  theAPprofessor.org/haps     Distribution of this episode is supported by  NYCC's online graduate program in  Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction (HAPI)  nycc.edu/hapi   Clicking on sponsor links  helps let them know you appreciate their support of this podcast!   Referrals also help defray podcasting expenses.  Amazon TextExpander Snagit & Camtasia The A&P Professor Logo Items   Follow The A&P Professor on  Twitter, Facebook, Blogger, Nuzzel, Tumblr, or Instagram!   The A&P Professor® and Lion Den® are registered trademarks of Lion Den Inc. (Kevin Patton)    
Our Teaching Persona in Anatomy & Physiology Class | TAPP 13723 May 202300:50:20

In Episode 137, host Kevin Patton explores the significance of playfulness, transparency, and authenticity in the teaching persona. Drawing from personal experiences training animals, Kevin explains how play is integral to learning, highlighting the importance of incorporating a sense of fun and embracing failures in the classroom. He also emphasizes the value of transparency by sharing our own mistakes and weaknesses, asserting that being open about flaws fosters authenticity and builds trust with students. By acknowledging vulnerabilities and demonstrating a genuine willingness to learn, educators can create a supportive and engaging learning environment. This thought-provoking discussion reminds us of the power of play and authenticity in effective teaching.

  • 00:00 | Introduction
  • 00:47 | Our Teaching Persona
  • 14:23 | Taking Responsibility
  • 22:03 | Gestures Impart Meaning
  • 32:34 | Playing Around
  • 42:54 | Authenticity
  • 47:46 | Staying Connected

 

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To be playful and serious at the same time is possible, and it defines the ideal mental condition. (John Dewey)

 

Our Teaching Persona

13.5 minutes

Kevin Patton discusses the concept of the teaching persona, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and genuine connection with students. He highlights the significance of being true to oneself while adapting and enhancing certain aspects of personality to create an engaging and effective teaching persona.

★ Storytelling is the Heart of Teaching A&P | TAPP 12 (where Kevin talks about the "storytelling persona") theAPprofessor.org/podcast-episode-12.html

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Taking Responsibility

7.5 minutes

Kevin explores the idea of the teaching persona further, emphasizing the need for flexibility and adaptability, while challenging how rigorously we should expect students to be as responsible as we imagine they should be. He discusses the importance of being responsive to students' needs and finding a balance between personal authenticity and professional expectations.

★ Should We Extend Deadlines? | Models & Color Codes | TAPP 112 (addresses some aspects of student responsibility) theapprofessor.org/podcast-episode-112.html

★ The Inclusive Anatomy & Physiology Course | Part 1 | TAPP 108 theAPprofessor.org/podcast-episode-108.html

 

Gestures Impart Meaning

10.5 minutes

Explore the captivating world of playfulness and the power of gestures in education with Kevin Patton. Discover how incorporating playful elements and purposeful gestures can ignite student engagement, facilitate comprehension, and foster a vibrant learning environment that encourages active participation and enhances communication between teachers and students. Unleash the transformative potential of play and gestures in your teaching practice.

★ 1 Change to How You Speak Makes What You Say 20 Percent More Memorable, Research Shows (Experiments prove that we 'listen' with our eyes as well as our ears, according to this article from Inc.) AandP.info/n7v

★ How hand gestures alter the perception of your speech (Research has found that words are more accurately heard when accompanied by hand gestures, according to this article from Big Think) AandP.info/nmn

★ Gesture (more than you care to know, probably, from the Glossary of Multimodal Terms) AandP.info/5zn

★ TED Talks (look for gestures among the most popular TED Talks on YouTube) youtu.be/iG9CE55wbtY

 

Playing Around

10.5 minutes

Kevin reflects on an article about the value of play in university learning and draws connections to animal training techniques. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing the challenging aspects of learning and the need for a playful and supportive atmosphere. Additionally, they discuss the significance of trust in the teacher-student relationship and the detrimental effects of a demanding and non-playful demeanor.

★ Reimagining university learning with play: restoring trust in university learning is child’s play (A utilitarian approach to undergraduate education is leading to disenchantment among students and society. It is time to put ‘play’ at the heart of learning, says Colm O’Shea in this essay) AandP.info/7bd

★ Playful & Serious Is the Perfect Combo for A&P (where Kevin talks about benefits of having a playful persona when teaching) theAPprofessor.org/podcast-episode-13.html

★ Micro-Credentials & Gamification in the A&P Course | Brown & Black Skin | Refresher Tests | TAPP 87 theAPprofessor.org/podcast-episode-87.html

★ The Inclusive Anatomy & Physiology Course | Part 2 | TAPP 109 (The seg ment Inclusive Classroom Demeanor suggests that "A playful class atmosphere is—by its very nature —an inclusive classroom atmosphere. The more flexible and playful our course is, the more inclusive it can become.") theAPprofessor.org/podcast-episode-109.html

★ Are You a Warm Demander? | TAPP 115 (episode contrasting "Warm Demander" and "Toxic Rigor") theAPprofessor.org/podcast-espisode-115.html

 

Authenticity

5 minutes

Join Kevin Patton as he discusses the importance of acknowledging and embracing our mistakes as educators. Learn how transparency and sharing personal weaknesses can enhance authenticity, build trust, and promote a supportive learning environment where students feel comfortable making their own mistakes and growing from them.

★ Research: Why Leaders Should Be Open About Their Flaws (An article from the Harvard Business Review in which researchers asked leaders in various organizations to tell how they would introduce themselves to prospective workers. Most leaders only revealed their strengths. This is a mistake. Revealing personal foibles — as long as they are not serious personal shortcomings — makes leaders come across as authentic and generates good will and trust.) AandP.info/mt7

★ Making Mistakes Teaching Anatomy & Physiology | Episode 63 theAPprofessor.org/podcast-episode-63.html

★ The Case for Transparency | Episode 51 theAPprofessor.org/podcast-episode-51.html

 

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Episode 47 Intro | TAPP Radio Preview27 Jun 201900:12:41

Host Kevin Patton previews the content of the upcoming full episode, which focuses on the human microbiome, teaching in the age of artificial intelligence, and a special summer series of episodes.

There's more... some word dissections and Mindi Fried's recommendation for The A&P Professor Book Club.

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Topics

0.5 minute

  • Teaching A&P in the age of artificial intelligence
  • The human microbial system (human microbiome)
  • Special episodes this summer!

Word Dissections

6.5 minutes

  • Artificial intelligence (AI)
  • Microbe
  • Microbiome

Book Club

3.5 minutes

  • Do Zombies Dream of Undead Sheep?: A Neuroscientific View of the Zombie Brain
    • by Timothy Verstynen & Bradley Voytek
    • amzn.to/2FAkniR
    • Recommended by Mindi Fried
  • Special opportunity
    • Contribute YOUR book recommendation for A&P teachers!
    • First five submitted and used will be in a drawing for a Kindle Fire HD 10 tablet
    • Any contribution used will receive a $25 gift certificate
    • The best contribution is one that you have recorded in your own voice (or in a voicemail at 1-833-LION-DEN)
  • Check out The A&P Professor Book Club

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Sponsors   Transcript and captions for this episode are supported by the  American Association of Anatomists. anatomy.org     The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society  also provides marketing support for this podcast.  theAPprofessor.org/haps     Distribution of this episode is supported by  NYCC's online graduate program in  Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction (HAPI)  nycc.edu/hapi   Clicking on sponsor links  helps let them know you appreciate their support of this podcast!   Referrals also help defray podcasting expenses.  Amazon TextExpander Snagit & Camtasia The A&P Professor Logo Items   Follow The A&P Professor on  Twitter, Facebook, Blogger, Nuzzel, Tumblr, or Instagram!   The A&P Professor® and Lion Den® are registered trademarks of Lion Den Inc. (Kevin Patton)

 

 
The Wallenda Model of Homeostasis | Episode 4617 Jun 201900:43:01

Host Kevin Patton outlines the analogy of a high-wire walker as a model for homeostasis. Plus an update in how bones grow in length and how the measles virus causes immune amnesia.

00:44 | Measles & Immune Amnesia
09:16 | Sponsored by HAPS
09:44 | Bone Growth Update
13:55 | Sponsored by AAA
14:27 | Featured: The Wallenda Model of Homeostasis
40:43 |  Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program
41:32 | Hearing from YOU

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After nourishment, shelter, and companionship, stories are the thing we need most in the world. (Philip Pullman)

 

1 | Measles and Immune Amnesia

8.5 minutes

Measles (MV) is very contagious and can be deadly, even though some cases are mild to moderate. However, it can also "erase" some or all of our immune memory!

  • Measles and Immune Amnesia (article from American Society for Microbiology) my-ap.us/2F0Chew
  • Watch: The tricks that make measles so infectious (video you can use in your class) my-ap.us/2EWugar
  • Notes
    • In this segment, the necessary step of memory cells producing effector cells (that engage pathogens) in subsequent exposures to the "remembered" pathogen is glossed over for simplicity of discussion.
    • Presumably, the "live" attenuated MV used in vaccination triggers formation of memory cells against MV without causing the full-blown infection that impairs immune memory of other pathogens.
    2 | Sponsored by HAPS

0.5 minutes

The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society (HAPS) is a sponsor of this podcast.  You can help appreciate their support by clicking the link below and checking out the many resources and benefits found there. AND mention your appreciation to the HAPS leadership while you are at the conference—or anytime that you communicate with them.

Anatomy & Physiology Society 

theAPprofessor.org/haps

 

 

3 | Bone Growth Update

4 minutes

How we understand growth of a long bone at the epiphyseal plate may be changing a bit. Check out the audio and the links below to find out more.

  • New mechanism of bone growth discovered (summary article) my-ap.us/2EYEdEc
  • A radical switch in clonality reveals a stem cell niche in the epiphyseal growth plate. (journal article in Nature) my-ap.us/2F2cwKy

 

 

4 | Sponsored by AAA

0.5 minute

The searchable transcript for this episode, as well as the captioned audiogram of this episode, are sponsored by The American Association of Anatomists (AAA) at anatomy.org. Their big meeting is in April at the Experimental Biology (EB) meeting in Orlando FL. Check it out!

 

 

5 | The Wallenda Model of Homeostasis

26 minutes

Multiple models of homeostasis may be needed for students to fully understand the important core concept of homeostasis. Here, Kevin describes an analogy he uses—a person on a highwire. Listen to why he calls this model The Wallenda Model and find out how he uses it to better understand homeostasis.

    • The Wallendas are a family of highwire artists famous for very high/long "sky walks" and human pyramids on the wire
      • Karl Wallenda, the most famous of the clan, died from a fall off the wire during a sky walk
      • The famous 7-person pyramid was also marred by a tragic fall
    • NOTE: The balance pole is normally up to about 30 pounds or so. The 80-pound figure given in this episode would be unusually heavy.
    • Elements of The Wallenda Model
      • Variable: position of body
      • Set point: directly over the wire
      • Sensors: nerve receptors (eyes, inner ears, muscle stretch receptors, etc.)
      • Integrator: brain
      • Effectors: skeletal muscles
    • Where to send students:

 

 

6 | Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program

0.5 minute

The Master of Science in Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction—the MS-HAPI—is graduate program for A&P teachers. A combination of science courses (enough to qualify you to teach at the college level) and courses in instructional practice, this program helps you power up  your teaching. Kevin Patton is a faculty member in this program. Check it out!

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Sponsors   Transcript and captions for this episode are supported by the  American Association of Anatomists. anatomy.org     The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society  also provides marketing support for this podcast.  theAPprofessor.org/haps     Distribution of this episode is supported by  NYCC's online graduate program in  Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction (HAPI)  nycc.edu/hapi   Clicking on sponsor links  helps let them know you appreciate their support of this podcast!   Referrals also help defray podcasting expenses.  Amazon TextExpander Snagit & Camtasia The A&P Professor Logo Items   Follow The A&P Professor on  Twitter, Facebook, Blogger, Nuzzel, Tumblr, or Instagram!   The A&P Professor® and Lion Den® are registered trademarks of Lion Den Inc. (Kevin Patton)  
Episode 46 Intro | TAPP Radio Preview13 Jun 201900:14:50

Host Kevin Patton previews the content of the upcoming full episode, which focuses on The Wallenda Model of homeostasis, along with other topics. There's more... some word dissections and a special opportunity from The A&P Professor Book Club.

 

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Topics

1.5 minute

  • Measles and loss of immune memory
  • Update in how long bones grow
  • The Wallenda Model of homeostasis continues Kevin's list of three main analogies for teaching homeostasis

Word Dissections

6 minutes

  • Chondrocyte
    • Chondroprogenitor cell
  • Epiphysis
    • Epiphyseal plate
  • Amnesia

Book Club

5 minutes

  • Special opportunity
    • Contribute YOUR book recommendation for A&P teachers!
    • First five submitted and used will be in a drawing for a Kindle Fire HD 10 tablet
    • Any contribution used will receive a $25 gift certificate
    • The best contribution is one that you have recorded in your own voice (or in a voicemail at 1-833-LION-DEN)
  • Check out The A&P Professor Book Club

If the hyperlinks here are not active, go to TAPPradio.org to find the episode page.

 

Sponsors   Transcript and captions for this episode are supported by the  American Association of Anatomists. anatomy.org     The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society  also provides marketing support for this podcast.  theAPprofessor.org/haps     Distribution of this episode is supported by  NYCC's online graduate program in  Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction (HAPI)  nycc.edu/hapi   Clicking on sponsor links  helps let them know you appreciate their support of this podcast!   Referrals also help defray podcasting expenses.  Amazon TextExpander Snagit & Camtasia The A&P Professor Logo Items   Follow The A&P Professor on  Twitter, Facebook, Blogger, Nuzzel, Tumblr, or Instagram!   The A&P Professor® and Lion Den® are registered trademarks of Lion Den Inc. (Kevin Patton)

 

 
The Fishbowl Model of Homeostasis | Episode 4504 Jun 201900:43:02

01:03 | Poll Results: Addressing Professors
11:23 | Sponsored by HAPS
11:43 | Running Concept List Video
14:20 | Sponsored by AAA
14:41 | TAPP Secret Identity Revealed
28:50 |  Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program
29:17 | Featured: Fishbowl Model of Homeostasis
41:33 | Hearing from YOU

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A few years ago, the city council of Monza, Italy, barred pet owners from keeping goldfish in curved bowls... saying that it is cruel to keep a fish in a bowl with curved sides because, gazing out, the fish would have a distorted view of reality. But how do we know we have the true, undistorted picture of reality? (Stephen Hawking)

 

1 | Poll Results: Addressing Professors

10.5 minutes

 

How Our Students Address Us | Semi-Identical Twins | Papers & Feedback | Episode 44 discussed how we prefer our students to address us. Do we prefer first names? Last names? Professor? Doctor?

Here are the results of our brief Twitter poll (twitter.com/theAPprofessor/status/1129902305262874625)

 

2 | Sponsored by HAPS

0.5 minutes

The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society (HAPS) is a sponsor of this podcast.  You can help appreciate their support by clicking the link below and checking out the many resources and benefits found there. AND mention your appreciation to the HAPS leadership while you are at the conference—or anytime that you communicate with them.

Anatomy & Physiology Society 

theAPprofessor.org/haps

 

 

3 | Running Concept List Video

2.5 minutes

Kevin's recent workshop on using running concept lists to teach and learn anatomy and physiology is now available as a bonus to regular listeners in an abbreviated video. The video is available only on the TAPP APP, the app in which you can listen to episodes of this podcast—and get bonus content, such as this video!

 

 

4 | Sponsored by AAA

0.5 minute

The searchable transcript for this episode, as well as the captioned audiogram of this episode, are sponsored by The American Association of Anatomists (AAA) at anatomy.org. Their big meeting is in April at the Experimental Biology (EB) meeting in Orlando FL. Check it out!

 

 

5 | Identity Revealed: The (REAL) A&P Professor

14 minutes

The title of this podcast—The A&P Professor—can be a bit confusing. Is it like "The Ohio State?" Is Kevin "the" A&P professor? Are you "the" A&P professor? Anonymous hackers, maybe? Find out in this segment!

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  • The A&P Professor is registered trademark of Lion Den Inc. (that's Kevin Patton's writing/speaking/consulting business)
    • Which makes this legally THE The A&P Professor
  • The A&P Student (blog for A&P students) theAPstudent.org

 

 

6 | Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program

0.5 minute

The Master of Science in Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction—the MS-HAPI—is graduate program for A&P teachers. A combination of science courses (enough to qualify you to teach at the college level) and courses in instructional practice, this program helps you power up  your teaching. Kevin Patton is a faculty member in this program. Check it out!

nycc.edu/hapi

 

7 | Fishbowl Model of Homeostasis

12.5 minute

Multiple models of homeostasis may be needed for students to fully understand the important core concept of homeostasis. Kevin uses the typical thermostat model (feedback loop or engineered control system) along with several other models. Here, he describes the fishbowl model of homeostasis.

  • Optional equipment for demonstration/storytelling
  • A physiologist's view of homeostasis (article in Advances in Physiological Education related to the HAPS workshop I mentioned, this paper proposes a particular way to represent homeostasis in a diagram) my-ap.us/2HSJL5b
  • BONUS: The TAPP APP has a sample handout you can use with your students (app only)

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Sponsors   Transcript and captions for this episode are supported by the  American Association of Anatomists. anatomy.org     The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society  also provides marketing support for this podcast.  theAPprofessor.org/haps     Distribution of this episode is supported by  NYCC's online graduate program in  Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction (HAPI)  nycc.edu/hapi   Clicking on sponsor links  helps let them know you appreciate their support of this podcast!   Referrals also help defray podcasting expenses.  Amazon TextExpander Snagit & Camtasia The A&P Professor Logo Items   Follow The A&P Professor on  Twitter, Facebook, Blogger, Nuzzel, Tumblr, or Instagram!   The A&P Professor® and Lion Den® are registered trademarks of Lion Den Inc.
Episode 45 Intro | TAPP Radio Preview01 Jun 201900:16:50

Host Kevin Patton previews the content of the upcoming full episode, which focuses on the Fishbowl Model of homeostasis and other topics. There's more... some word dissections, a lot of them, and a recommendation from The A&P Professor Book Club.

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Topics

1 minute

  • Addressing the Professor |  Looking at the Ep. 44 Twitter poll
  • Concept list workshop | HAPS 2019
  • The A&P Professor: who is that, really?
  • Featured: the Fishbowl Model of homeostasis

Word Dissections

10 minutes

  • Homeostasis
  • Thermostat
  • Sodium (Na)
    • Natrium
  • Potassium (K)
    • Kalium

Book Club

3.5 minutes

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Sponsors   Transcript and captions for this episode are supported by the  American Association of Anatomists. anatomy.org     The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society  also provides marketing support for this podcast.  theAPprofessor.org/haps     Distribution of this episode is supported by  NYCC's online graduate program in  Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction (HAPI)  nycc.edu/hapi   Clicking on sponsor links  helps let them know you appreciate their support of this podcast!   Referrals also help defray podcasting expenses.  Amazon TextExpander Snagit & Camtasia The A&P Professor Logo Items   Follow The A&P Professor on  Twitter, Facebook, Blogger, Nuzzel, Tumblr, or Instagram!    
How Our Students Address Us | Episode 4420 May 201900:43:53

Host Kevin Patton discusses how students address professors, semi-identical twins, sorting student papers, using stickers, and more.

00:43 | Right and Left, Oh My!
04:22 | Sponsored by HAPS
06:11 | Semi-Identical Twins
12:33 | Sponsored by AAA
12:52 | Sorting Student Papers
17:50 | Stickers? Really?
24:24 |  Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program
24:59 | Featured: How Students Address Us
42:43 | Hearing from YOU

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For once, maybe someone will call me "Sir," without adding "...you're making a scene."
(Homer Simpson)

 

1 | Right and Left, Oh My!

3.5 minutes

In Episode 43 (the previous full episode), I mistakenly swapped my "left" and "right" when describing situs inversus in a body donor from the 1800s. Oops. I corrected it later in the audio file, but the corrected audio may not play in all platforms.

This mistake does bring up how easy it is to get even the simple stuff wrong without realizing that's what's coming out of our mouth! Yikes.

 

2 | Sponsored by HAPS

2 minutes

The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society (HAPS) is a sponsor of this podcast.  You can help appreciate their support by clicking the link below and checking out the many resources and benefits found there. AND mention your appreciation to the HAPS leadership while you are at the conference—or anytime that you communicate with them.

Anatomy & Physiology Society 

theAPprofessor.org/haps

Kevin’s Unofficial Guide to the HAPS Annual Conference | 2019 Edition | Episode 42

Check out Kevin's workshop on Running Concept Lists!

 

 

3 | Semi-Identical Twins

6.5 minutes

Semi-identical twinning, where two sperm and one egg unite to form two offspring, both sharing 100% identical maternal genome but not sharing an identical paternal genome. Also called sesquizygotic twinning (a term not used in the podcast), there's more to it than Kevin could discuss here, so check out the resources:

  • Semi-identical twins 'identified for only the second time' (plain English summary) my-ap.us/2WLupnS
  • Molecular Support for Heterogonesis Resulting in Sesquizygotic Twinning (full article from New England Journal of Medicine; includes diagrams and video) my-ap.us/2WPsBdt
  • Sesquizygous Twinning (NEJM animated video summary) my-ap.us/2WMVoPX
  4 | Sponsored by AAA

0.5 minute

The searchable transcript for this episode, as well as the captioned audiogram of this episode, are sponsored by The American Association of Anatomists (AAA) at anatomy.org. Their big meeting is in April at the Experimental Biology (EB) meeting in Orlando FL. Check it out!

 

5 | Sorting Student Papers

5 minutes

A simple, inexpensive accordion file folder can make recording of grades (exams, reports, assignments) easier, quicker, and more accurate.

NOTE: If you have the free TAPP APP installed on your iOS (Apple) device, Android device, or Kindle Fire, then you can access the BONUS video that demonstrates this technique.

 

6| Stickers? Really?

6.5 minutes

Yeah, kindergarten teachers put stickers on student papers to motivate them. But this minimalist form of "gamification" can help motivate college and university students, too. Try it! It's cheap and easy. If it doesn't motivate your students, at least it will make your course's culture a bit more fun and positive, right?

 

7| Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program

0.5 minute

The Master of Science in Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction—the MS-HAPI—is graduate program for A&P teachers. A combination of science courses (enough to qualify you to teach at the college level) and courses in instructional practice, this program helps you power up  your teaching. Kevin Patton is a faculty member in this program. Check it out!

There will be a HAPI table in the Exhibit Hall at the 2019 HAPS Annual Conference. Stop by and say hi!

nycc.edu/hapi

 

8 | How Our Students Address Us

17.5 minutes

A conversation with Mike Pascoe got me to thinking about different preferences we have for how we want our students to address us. Professor? Mr. or Ms.? Doctor? or just Kevin. As long as they don't call me late for dinner, eh?

There's more to this question than meets the eye (and ear)!

  • Some different takes on this:
    • Do You Make Them Call You ‘Professor’? | Why I began to rethink my views on classroom decorum (opinion article) my-ap.us/2WQFYue
    • Doctor, Professor or 'Hey, You'? (opinon article)my-ap.us/2WMBFQD
  • Weigh in now (while it's still up) on Twitter: What do you prefer that your students call you?

 

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Episode 44 Intro | TAPP Radio Preview16 May 201900:13:28

Host Kevin Patton previews the content of the upcoming full episode, which focuses on how students address faculty and other topics. There's more... some word dissections, a lot of them, and a recommendation from The A&P Professor Book Club.

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Topics

1 minute

  • Anatomical right and left
  • Semi-identical twins
  • Method for sorting student papers quickly
  • Using stickers for student feedback
  • How students address professors

Word Dissections

5.5 minutes

  • Gamification
  • Zygote
  • Tripolar
  • Pronucleus
  • Locus
  • Blastocyst

Book Club

5 minutes

 

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Anatomic Variation in Humans | Episode 4306 May 201900:44:44

Host Kevin Patton examines variations in human anatomy, including the fabella bone, situs inversus, and more.

00:40 | Preview Episodes
04:15 | Sponsored by HAPS
05:48 | Fabella Bone
15:51 | Sponsored by AAA
16:11 | Situs Inversus
32:18 |  Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program
32:57 | Variety of Anatomic Variations
42:43 | Nuzzel Newsletter

 

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The essence of the beautiful is unity in variety. (Moses Mendelssohn)

 

1 | Preview Episodes

4.15 minutes

If you are skipping over the Preview Episodes, which are each released a few days before a full episode, contain a lot of helpful content that you don't want to miss!

  • Upcoming topics
  • Word Dissections
  • Book Club selections
  • Bergman's Comprehensive Encyclopedia of Human Anatomic Variation
    • by R. Shane Tubbs, Mohammadali M. Shoja, Marios Loukas
      • originally created by Ronald Bergman
    • amzn.to/2Lg597V
  • Sometimes, feedback and other interesting stuff!
  • Preview for this episode: Episode 43 Intro | TAPP Radio Preview
  2 | Sponsored by HAPS

1 minute

The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society (HAPS) is a sponsor of this podcast.  You can help appreciate their support by clicking the link below and checking out the many resources and benefits found there. AND mention your appreciation to the HAPS leadership while you are at the conference—or anytime that you communicate with them.

Anatomy & Physiology Society 

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Kevin’s Unofficial Guide to the HAPS Annual Conference | 2019 Edition | Episode 42

 

 

3 | Fabella Bone

10 minutes

The fabella is a small, beanlike bone that may (or not) occur behind the knee joint. Recent evidence shows that it's showing up  more frequently in the population. Why?

  • Fabella prevalence rate increases over 150 years, and rates of other sesamoid bones remain constant: a systematic review (recent research article) my-ap.us/2WkRSMs
  • Sore knee? Maybe you have a fabella (plain English report from the BBC) my-ap.us/2Wmd6cN
  • Fabella x-radiograph (to use in your course) my-ap.us/2Wm6Di3
  • Improbable Destinies: Fate, Chance, and the Future of Evolution by Jonathan B. Losos  (book  on  updated  ideas  of  evolution)

 

 Fabella image: Jmarchn (my-ap.us/2Wm6Di3)

  4 | Sponsored by AAA

0.5 minute

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5 | Situs Inversus

16 minutes

Situs inversus is a mirrorlike flipping of visceral organs that occurs in embryonic development. Also called situs transversus or situs oppositus. Normal siting of organs is called situs solitus.

  • Situs inversus and my 'through the looking glass' body (recent article by someone living with situs inversus) my-ap.us/2WatPzP
  • Body donor's rare anatomy offers valuable lessons (press release on recent 99-year old donor with situs inversus with levocardia) my-ap.us/2Wf5MzO
  • Heart Transplantation in Situs Inversus Maintaining Dextrocardia (interesting study of transplanting 'normal' hearts into patients with dextrocardia) my-ap.us/2WmbTlL

ERROR: In my discussion of the cast of situs inversus in the young man from the 1800s, I mixed up my left and right. Yikes. The appendix is on the right in situs solitus, but on the left in situs inversus. This was corrected in the audio file on 10 May 2019, but the correction may not be heard in all available platforms. 

 

6| Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program

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7 | Variety of Anatomic Variations

5 minutes

Perhaps variation is normal. And maybe "normal" is a mythical, but useful, construct we use in understanding human anatomy.

  • Brief list of some human anatomical variations my-ap.us/2WrAC8q
  • Online atlas of anatomy variations AandP.info/AnatomyAtlasVariations
  • How do we handle anatomic variations (vs. "normal") in our A&P course?
    • I'm thinking there isn't a best way. I'm thinking it's largely up to us as artists to decide what works best.
      • Remember, in my world, teaching is both and art and a science. We are, among other things, artist of telling stories. Stories about the human body.
      • So I think we need to really think about, play with, experiment with, different ways of telling our story of human anatomy so that at some point it's clear that we don't all look like the idealized sketches in our books and models on the lab bench. Or even all the elderly cadavers in our dissection lab.
      • Perhaps we can begin by being clear and intentional about pointing out differences arising from development and aging, from the effects of sex hormones, from environmental influences, from the range of possible human activities (or lack of activity), then bring in all those variations in genetic code and variations in how embryological events  unfold, or maybe I should say fold.
    • I think in the end, the best story of human anatomy is a story of the awesome and beautiful balance of both unity and variety in the human form.

 

 

8 | Nuzzel

1.5 minutes

A daily collection of headlines of interest to A&P professors, curated by Kevin Patton

 

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Episode 43 Intro | TAPP Radio Preview02 May 201900:19:44

Host Kevin Patton previews the content of the upcoming full episode, which focuses on anatomic variations in the human body.

There's more... some word dissections, a lot of them, and a recommendation from The A&P Professor Book Club.

 

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Topics

0.5 minute

Episode 43 is all about anatomic variations, including situs inversus and the human fabella.

Word Dissections

13 minutes

  • Anatomic vs. anatomical
  • Physiologic vs. physiological
  • Situs inversus
    • Situs solitus
  • Levocardia and dextrocardia
  • Fabella (pl. fabellae)

Book Club

4 minutes

  • Bergman's Comprehensive Encyclopedia of Human Anatomic Variation
    • by R. Shane Tubbs, Mohammadali M. Shoja, Marios Loukas
      • originally created by Ronald Bergman
    • amzn.to/2Lg597V
  • Check out The A&P Professor Book Club

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Kevin's Unofficial Guide to the HAPS Annual Conference | 2019 Edition | Episode 4222 Apr 201901:16:42

Veteran HAPS member and President Emeritus Kevin Patton gives his advice on having the best experience at the HAPS Annual Conference. Includes call-ins from Jerry Anzalone and Mindi Fried, plus music from Greg Crowther. Extra-long bonus episode.

00:40 | Welcome
01:20 | Introduction to Kevin's Guide
06:27 | Sponsored by HAPS
07:19 | Way Before the Conference
11:23 | Just Before the Conference
26:42 | Sponsored by AAA
27:12 | Structure of the Conference
30:25 | Musical Interlude: Greg Crowther
33:29 | Update Days
48:22 |  Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program
49:31 | Professional Development Approach
54:36 | Workshop Days (with Jerry Anzalone)
1:03:46| Mindi Calls In
1:06:08 | Other Stuff at the Meeting
1:11:31 | After the Conference

 

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1 | Welcome

1 minute

Yes, we've done this before—it was last year around this time. But this is an all-new, improved, and updated version for 2019. And this time, we have a couple of guests. And music. And more music. Dance, if you like (serving suggestion).

 

 

2 | Introduction to Kevin's Guide

4.5 minutes

Okay, you don't really need a guide to the HAPS Annual Conference. These are just some extra tips for getting the most out of it.

  • Kevin's creds for creating this Guide:
    • Preparing for his 30th consecutive HAPS Annual Conference
    • President Emeritus, active committee member
    • Former Annual Conference Coordinator (1995) and Update Coordinator (2005)
  • There is an official guide, by the way. Go to theAPprofessor.org/haps and click on the Events tab.
  • Upcoming HAPS Annual Conferences:
    • 2019
      • Portland OR, May 22-26
      • University of Portland
    • 2020
      • Ottawa, Ontario May 23-27
      • University of Ottawa
    • 2021
      • Albuquerque NM, May 26-30
      • Central New Mexico Community College

 

3 | Sponsored by HAPS

1 minute

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Anatomy & Physiology Society 

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4 | Way Before the Conference

4 minutes

Register for the conference (and the conference hotel) as early as possible to get the best rates.

Skelly is the cartoon skeleton mascot for the HAP Annual Conferences.

 

 

5 | Just Before the Conference

15.5 minutes

A few tips:

  • Get the app and register (search "HAPS 2019" in your device's app store)
  • Go to the HAPS website and get familiar with everything theAPprofessor.org/haps
    • Read up on the Update Speakers
    • Scan the workshops and start narrowing down choices
    • Get to know the staff and leadership (mentioned in Segment 4)
  • Get and bring business cards
  • Dress code
    • Casual (very casual, business casual, business attire, whatever)
    • Or get playful (like Jon Jackson) and wear something amazing (and anatomically correct)
  • Bring your historic HAPSwear (pins, hats, tee shirts, etc.)
    • HAPS conference pins available online or at the registration desk
    • The A&P Professor pins (available from Kevin at the conference)
  • Bring a small, packable item to donate to the HAPS fundraising auction
  • Save room to bring stuff back
    • Like the items you win at the HAPS fundraising auction
    • Samples, handouts, catalogs, souvenirs, etc.

 

6 | Sponsored by AAA

1 minute

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7 | Structure of the Conference

3 minutes

The basic plan

  • There are two "Update" days in the hotel.
    • Preceded by an Opening Reception
    • Update seminars
    • Exhibit hall is open
    • Fundraising auction
  • Then, two "Workshop" days at the host institution.
    • Includes committee meetings

 

8 | Musical Interlude: Greg Crowther

3 minutes

Greg Crowther, A&P professor and musician/composer shares a song he uses to welcome students to the A&P course. It's used here as a sort of welcome to the HAPS Annual conference.

 

 

9 | Update Days

15 minutes

  • Update seminars
  • Networking
    • Commit to meeting new people
      • Use the participant list from the HAPS conference app
      • Business cards
    • Opening reception
      • Tom Lehman's tee-shirt swap (bring a shirt from your institution, take a different one home)
      • TAPP pins (get one from Kevin)
    • First-timers Breakfast & Second-timers breakfast
    • Networking for introverted scientists (brief tips from Nature) my-ap.us/2DwNDG9
  • Exhibit hall
  • Poster presentations
  • Fundraising auction
  • General membership meeting

 

10 | Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program

1 minute

The Master of Science in Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction—the MS-HAPI—is graduate program for A&P teachers. A combination of science courses (enough to qualify you to teach at the college level) and courses in instructional practice, this program helps you power up  your teaching. Kevin Patton is a faculty member in this program. Check it out!

There will be a HAPI table in the Exhibit Hall at the 2019 HAPS Annual Conference. Stop by and say hi!

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11 | Professional Development Approach

5 minutes

 

 

12 | Workshop Days

9 minutes

  • Listen to what others are saying about hot topics, great presenters, cool demos, and other info before making your final choices.
  • Have a backup choice (or two) in case of cancellations or full workshops.
  • Kevin's workshop at the 2019 HAPS Annual Conference
    • Running Concept Lists: A Simple Strategy to Identify, Connect, and Apply Core Concepts of Anatomy & Physiology
    • Sunday May 26, Workshop B505, Room: Shiley (Hall) 319

 

13 | Mindi Calls In

2 minutes

Mindi Fried (Southern Vermont College) gives her perspective as a former first-timer looking forward to her second-timer experience at HAPS 2019.

 

 

14 | Other Stuff at the Meeting

5.5 minutes

  • Often, there are HAPS Institute (HAPS-I) courses available at the HAPS Annual Conference
  • Committee meetings
  • Field trips are often available (get on the mailing list, as slots do sometimes open)
  • Attendance prizes at the end of the second update day

 

15 | Another Musical Interlude

5 minutes

NOTE: this segment is only available in the YouTube version of this episode, available at youtu.be/G96bB_-5sQQ

Greg Crowther, A&P professor and musician/composer shares another song: Myofibrils.

  • This parody (written by Greg Crowther) is sung to the tune of "My Sharona" (written by Doug Fieger and Burton Averre and performed by The Knack).
    • This song outlines the molecular mechanisms by which muscle cells contract. The major players include calcium, troponin, tropomyosin, actin, and myosin.
    • Lyrics, lesson plan, study questions, mp3 audio file, and music video are available at https://my-ap.us/2VXNfrqyoutu.be/GC_CUfLP6Pc
  • Access Greg's music (lyrics to use with familiar melodies, original songs, audio files, sheet music, including some lesson plans & worksheets) to use in your A&P course.
  • Finding Media | Images and More for Teaching Anatomy & Physiology (list of media resources for teaching A&P; includes Greg's sources)

 

16 | After the Conference

3 minutes

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Deep Elaboration & Other Stories of Teaching Anatomy & Physiology | TAPP 13609 May 202300:53:33

In Episode 136, host Kevin Patton looks at the effects of tattoos on sweat glands, we discuss aural diversity and how we can accommodate it, and we explore how to use the process of deep elaboration in our course to help challenged learners develop stronger and more useful memories.

00:00 | Introduction

00:47 | Tattoos May Impair Sweating

05:37 | Sponsored by AAA

06:41 | Aural Diversity. It's a Thing.

22:36 | Sponsored by HAPI

24:03 | Deep Elaboration

34:22 | Sponsored by HAPS

35:29 | Deeper Elaboration

47:53 | Staying Connected

 

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Author and lecturer Helen Keller, who was both blind and deaf, once stated, "Blindness separates people from things; deafness separates people from people. (Helen Keller)

 

Tattoos May Impair Sweating

5 minutes

It's interesting to see how tattoos can have an impact on our skin and sweat glands. Tattoos involve mechanical stress and potential damage to the skin, and new research suggests that they may negatively affect the sweat glands, impairing sweating in the area of the tattoo. This reduction in sweating is called anhidrosis, which can impact our ability to maintain body temperature and potentially lead to severe conditions such as heat exhaustion or heat stroke. While this is still a preliminary study and more research needs to be done, it's a great example of how discussing real-life applications of anatomy and physiology concepts, such as tattoos, can engage students and make the information more relatable and interesting.

★ Tattooed Skin Negatively Impacts Sweat Gland Function  (summary article from Science Times) https://aandp.info/j0g

★ Skin tattooing impairs sweating during passive whole body heating (research article from Journal of Applied Physiology) https://aandp.info/tvt

★ Sweating and body odor (article from Mayo Clinic) https://aandp.info/9cg

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Sponsored by AAA

61 seconds

A searchable transcript for this episode, as well as the captioned audiogram of this episode, are sponsored by the American Association for Anatomy (AAA) at anatomy.org.

Searchable transcript

Captioned audiogram 

Anatomical Sciences Education: Early View (articles you can read before they are published in an issue of ASE) https://aandp.info/7sn

Don't forget—HAPS members get a deep discount on AAA membership!

 

Aural Diversity. It's a Thing.

16 minutes

In this segment, host Kevin Patton talks about aural diversity, which refers to variations in hearing ability among people. He explains that understanding aural diversity is important for teachers because it helps them reach all of their students, who may have different hearing abilities. Kevin also notes that he has a hearing impairment himself, and that many other people do as well. He offers some strategies for communicating with people who have hearing impairments, such as repeating things louder, more slowly, and with exaggerated annunciation. Kevin emphasizes that it's important for people to be aware of aural diversity so that they can provide help and support to those who need it.

★ The world is built for people with perfect hearing — but 83% of people don't have it (segment on St. Louis Public Radio) https://aandp.info/08f

★ Aural Diversity (website all about aural diversity) https://auraldiversity.org/

★ Aural Diversity Infographic https://aandp.info/kwe

★ Workshop on aural diversity (video from auraldiversity.org) https://aandp.info/c14

★ Auphonic (online sound processing to make your educational media loud enough and clear enough for all students) https://aandp.info/auphonic [this is my affiliate link]

★ What Is LUFS, and Why Should I Care? (article that tells you more than you need to know, but not too much to understand easily; Kevin recommends -14 LUFS for education media) https://aandp.info/bl9

The Silent Teacher - A Conversation with Aaron Fried (includes a segment on why this podcast is so loud)

 

Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program

84 seconds

The Master of Science in Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction—the MS-HAPI—is a graduate program for A&P teachers, especially for those who already have a graduate/professional degree. A combination of science courses (enough to qualify you to teach at the college level) and courses in contemporary instructional practice, this program helps you be your best in both on-campus and remote teaching. Kevin Patton is a faculty member in this program at Northeast College of Health Sciences. Check it out!

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Deep Elaboration

10.5 minutes

This segment introduces the Deep Elaboration approach, which is used to help students who learn differently, including students with learning disabilities such as dyslexia, ADHD, and students on the autism spectrum. The Landmark College Institute for Research and Training (LCIRT) offers a variety of professional development programs for helping challenged students, and we are interested in these strategies for neurodiverse learners because they often work well for all students. A strong memory is one that is durable, flexible, and involves desirable difficulty to learn. Deep elaboration is the act of adding more information to existing information to create a more complex whole, which involves asking questions that help build deep explanations of core concepts. This approach focuses on the underlying principles and causes of the material being studied and involves a mechanistic approach rather than a teleological approach.

★ Fostering Deep Elaboration: A “trick” for Getting Info to Stick in Memory (training from Landmark College) https://aandp.info/au7

★ Organizing Instruction and Study to Improve Student Learning A Practice Guide (free, downloadable book with many strategies [#7 is deep elaboration] aandp.info/fcs

★ Twelve tips for optimising medical student retention of anatomy (article from Medical Teacher)https://aandp.info/55l

★ Landmark College Institute for Research and Training (LCIRT pioneers LD research, discovers innovative strategies and practices, and improves teaching and learning outcomes for students with learning disabilities (like dyslexia), ADHD, and autism, and educators in high school and college settings.) https://aandp.info/hrx

Desirable Difficulty (Episode 78)

 

Sponsored by HAPS

55 seconds

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Deeper Elaboration

12.5 minutes

In this segment, we suggest that promoting the think-aloud process among A&P students can help them better understand and make connections with the concepts they are learning. The think-aloud process involves telling themselves or being told to stop and think about why certain concepts or facts work the way they do, and to explain them out loud, write them down, or draw pictures to help reinforce the understanding. By doing so, students can identify where they are weak and need to ask more questions, and create an explanation or self-explanation for themselves. This process can also help students connect new concepts to their existing framework of knowledge and make future connections. We also suggest using concept mapping and running concept lists as physical ways to record and reinforce the think aloud process. Finally, we suggest asking deep questions that intentionally take students deeper than simple facts, such as elaborative interrogation, to better understand the why and logic behind the concepts they are learning.

★ Developing Intercultural Sensitivity (book chapter from The Handbook of Intercultural training; expands on concepts of intercultural sensitivity spectrum discussed in this segment) AandP.info/3pm

★ Uncertainty-Identity Theory (paper from Advances in Experimental Social Psychology) AandP.info/vq1

 

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Episode 42 Intro | TAPP Radio Preview18 Apr 201900:12:21

Host Kevin Patton previews the content of the upcoming full episode, a longer bonus episode, on the upcoming HAPS Annual Conference in Portland OR.

There's more... some word dissections, and a recommendation from The A&P Professor Book Club.

 

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Topics

1 minute

The next episode is an updated, expanded, new-and-improved version of Kevin's Unofficial Guide to the HAPS Annual Conference. It gives advice and insights useful for first-timers, several-timers, and many-timers. Plus singing and dancing.

Word Dissections

5 minutes

Book Club

3.5 minutes

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More on Eponyms in A&P Terminology | Episode 4108 Apr 201900:33:47

Host Kevin Patton gets a call from Mike Pascoe that sparks more discussion of eponyms in teaching, revisits brain neurogenesis in adults and a note from Adam Rich about Barbara Waxer's advice for finding media to use in teaching prompts Kevin to launch a central collection. Plus a word about personal names and pronouns to use with students.

00:40 | Adult Brain Neurogenesis
05:36 | Sponsored by HAPS
06:17 | Finding Media for Teaching A&P | Adam Rich
10:42 | Sponsored by AAA
11:21 | Eponyms Again! | Mike Pascoe
27:58 |  Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program
28:39 | Personal Names and Pronouns

 

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The sweetest sound in the world is the person's own name.
(Dale Carnegie)

 

1 | Adult Brain Neurogenesis

5 minutes

A recurring topic in this podcast, here's some recent evidence for adult neurogenesis in the brain.

https://theapprofessor.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/nerve-cell-neuron-brain-neurons-nervous-system-synapse-1453897-pxhere.com_.jpg 2 | Sponsored by HAPS

0.5 minute

The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society (HAPS) is a sponsor of this podcast. Did you know there's a one-day regional HAPS conference in March? Check it out. You can help appreciate their support by clicking the link below and checking out the many resources and benefits found there.

Anatomy & Physiology Society 

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3 | Finding Media for Teaching A&P

4.5 minutes

Adam Rich sparks another look at Barbara Waxer's advice in Episode 28 about finding and using media in our teaching. Barbara's "bonus" list of collections has now been added to a new page at The A&P Professor website. And you are asked to contribute!

 

 

4 | Sponsored by AAA

1 minute

The searchable transcript for this episode, as well as the captioned audiogram of this episode, are sponsored by The American Association of Anatomists (AAA) at anatomy.org. Their big meeting is in April at the Experimental Biology (EB) meeting in Orlando FL. Check it out!

 

 

5 | Eponyms Again!

16.5 minutes

After recalling that in the previous episode, Kevin forgot that when discussing Broca's massive sideburns, he could have mentioned that the term "sideburn" is itself an eponym. Then Mike Pascoe calls in with a tip and triggers additional conversation about how to handle eponyms in our teaching.

 

 

6 | Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program

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7 | Personal Names and Pronouns

4 minutes

Learning, using, and properly pronouncing students names is worth the effort to connect with learners personally and build mutual trust and respect. Likewise, introducing our own preferred gender pronouns opens the door for including the personal pronoun preference of student (should that be important to them) and can help connect with our students in ways that improve the learning environment.

 

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Episode 41 Intro | TAPP Radio Preview05 Apr 201900:11:07

Host Kevin Patton previews the content of the upcoming full episode, which features a follow-up discussion of eponyms in scientific terminology from the previous full episode.

There's more... some word dissections, and a recommendation from The A&P Professor Book Club.

 

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Topics

1 minute

Looks like we're revisiting some topics from earlier episodes.

  • Update on growing new neurons in the adult brain
  • Update on finding media to use in teaching A&P (sparked by a question from listener Adam Rich)
  • More on eponyms, a follow-up discussion featuring a contribution from Mike Pascoe
  • Student names. They're important.

Word Dissections

4.5 minutes

  • Duodenum
  • Hippocampus

Book Club

3.5 minutes

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The Eponym Episode | Using Modern Terminology | Episode 4025 Mar 201900:27:12

Host Kevin Patton focuses on the use of eponyms (terms named for a person) in modern anatomy and physiology teaching. What are the pros and cons...and controversies? Find out in this episode!

00:43 | What is an Eponym?
06:16 | Sponsored by HAPS
06:57 | Modern Use of Eponyms
16:26 | Sponsored by AAA
17:16 | Another Problem with Eponyms
22:01 |  Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program
22:34 | How to Deal with Eponyms in Our A&P Course

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The least questioned assumptions are often the most questionable. (Pierre Paul Broca)

 

1 | What is an Eponym?

5.5 minutes

An eponym is a term named after a person. A toponym is named for a place.

 

 

2 | Sponsored by HAPS

0.5 minute

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  3 | Modern Use of Eponyms

9.5 minutes

Eponyms are going out of fashion. For some very good reasons. When we do use them, there are some common practices that A&P teachers should pay attention to.

  • This segment features Seven Fashion Tips for Stylish Use of Eponyms
    • Avoid eponyms
    • Be bilingual
    • If you have to use an eponym, do
    • Fashionable non-possessive forms
    • Back-door eponym styles (non-capitalized adjectives)
    • Fashion rules are not really rules
    • OK, sometimes fashion rules really are rules
  • Modern Use of Eponyms (Kevin's blog post, includes those 7 fashion tips and links to other resources!) my-ap.us/2ubbqWI
  • What's Up with Eponyms in A&P? Part 1 (Kevin's blog post) my-ap.us/2UNrCcS
  • International Lists: A Practical Approach for Your A&P Course (resource in The A&P Professor website with links to the international lists of anatomical terminology) my-ap.us/2uw6jBu
  • Patton Glacier (yep, it's a real thing) my-ap.us/2UR9mzih
 

 

4 | Sponsored by AAA

1 minute

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5 | Another Problem with Eponyms

4.5 minutes

There are some historical and social controversies surrounding many eponyms. This begs the question: why should we continue to use them?

 

 

6 | Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program

0.5 minutes

The Master of Science in Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction—the MS-HAPI—is graduate program for A&P teachers. A combination of science courses (enough to qualify you to teach at the college level) and courses in instructional practice, this program helps you power up  your teaching. Kevin Patton is a faculty member in this program. Check it out!

nycc.edu/hapi

 

 

7 | How to Deal with Eponyms in Our A&P Course

3.5 minutes

Eponyms may be best left behind, but sometimes we can't avoid them. How do we emphasize the pitfalls of eponym use with students who will certainly face the lingering use of them in professional settings? Perhaps the best approach is bilingualism (descriptive terms AND eponyms).

 

 

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Episode 40 Intro | TAPP Radio Preview22 Mar 201900:09:11

Host Kevin Patton previews the content of the upcoming full episode, which features a discussion of eponyms in scientific terminology.

 

There's more... some word dissections, and a recommendation from The A&P Professor Book Club.

 

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Topic

.5 minute

  • All about eponyms: the good, the bad, and the ugly
  • What are eponyms?
  • Why are they going out of style?

Word Dissections

3.5 minutes

  • Eponym
    • Loop of Henle
  • haversian canal
    • Clopton Havers
  • Toponym
    • Lyme disease

Book Club

3 minutes

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Language of Muscles: A Strategy for Learning | Episode 3911 Mar 201900:36:16

00:51 | Cerebellum Functions
06:28 | Sponsored by HAPS
06:52 | Liver Responds to Food Stimuli
09:06 | Sponsored by AAA
09:26 | Exercise, Diet, Metabolism, & Body Weight
17:29 | Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program
17:58 | Featured: Language of Muscles: A Strategy for Learning

 

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If you've got a big gut and you start doing sit-ups, you are going to get bigger because you build up the muscle. You've got to get rid of that fat! How do you get rid of fat? By changing your diet. (Jack LaLanne)

 

1 | Cerebellum Functions

5.5 minutes

The cerebellum is well known for planning and coordination of motor programs. But there's more to it!

  • The Cerebellum Is Your "Little Brain"—and It Does Some Pretty Big Things (article from Scientific American) my-ap.us/2UrcmCg
  • Making Moves and Memories: Are They Connected? (summary article) my-ap.us/2UsHscJ
  • A cortico-cerebellar loop for motor planning (research article) my-ap.us/2UsHtNP
  • Functional topography in the human cerebellum: A meta-analysis of neuroimaging studies (research article) my-ap.us/2UB3mKM
  • Cerebellar modulation of the reward circuitry and social behavior (research article) my-ap.us/2UB3nyk
  • Short latency cerebellar modulation of the basal ganglia (research article) my-ap.us/2UsXJP3
  • The cerebellum gets social (commentary in Science) my-ap.us/2UsXKT7
  • The Role of the Cerebellum in Cognitive and Affective Processes (online reference module) my-ap.us/2UsCVab
  • The Somatic Nervous System (online reference module) my-ap.us/2UwiitO
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2 | Sponsored by HAPS

0.5 minute

The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society (HAPS) is a sponsor of this podcast. Did you know there's a one-day regional HAPS conference in March? Check it out. You can help appreciate their support by clicking the link below and checking out the many resources and benefits found there.

Anatomy & Physiology Society 

theAPprofessor.org/haps

  3 | Liver Anticipates Food

2 minutes

We know that digestive organs respond to anticipation of food—as if food really is going to be ingested and swallowed. New research suggests that the sight of a donut (for example) can get our hepatic cells to start revving up for the storage and processing of nutrients during the absorptive state.

  • POMC is short for proopiomelanocortin
  • The role of proopiomelanocortin (POMC) neurones in feeding behaviour (review article) my-ap.us/2UqukVn
  • Just the Sight of Food Gets the Liver Ready for Action (summary article) my-ap.us/2UvyjAi
  • Food Perception Primes Hepatic ER Homeostasis via Melanocortin-Dependent Control of mTOR Activation (research article) my-ap.us/2UtU7ML
 

 

4 | Sponsored by AAA

0.5 minutes

The searchable transcript for this episode, as well as the captioned audiogram of this episode, are sponsored by The American Association of Anatomists (AAA) at anatomy.org. Their big meeting is in April at the Experimental Biology (EB) meeting in Orlando FL. Check it out!

 

 

5 | What Do We Really Know About Exercise, Diet, Metabolism, & Body Weight?

8 minutes

The science of exercise, diet, metabolism, and body weight—and what is healthy and what is not—is far from being worked out. Sometimes, the simplest principles that we believe to be true, aren't really. A of research seems to conflict, which means we have much more work to do, eh?

If you are fan of stories without a satisfying ending and conflicting subplots, follow the [whole grain] bread crumbs here:

  • Why doing more exercise won't help you burn more calories (summary article) my-ap.us/2UvbkFv
  • No sweat: The smart guide to exercise (summary article) my-ap.us/2UvLlxw
  • Hunter-Gatherer Energetics and Human Obesity (research article) my-ap.us/2UxlGog
  • Constrained Total Energy Expenditure and Metabolic Adaptation to Physical Activity in Adult Humans. (research article) my-ap.us/2UuYAi3
  • Is there spontaneous energy expenditure compensation in response to intensive exercise in obese youth? (research article) my-ap.us/2UsT53j
  • The workout pill: Why exercise is the best medicine (summary article points out exercise benefits other than weight control) my-ap.us/2UtGtcf
  • Persistent metabolic adaptation 6 years after “The Biggest Loser” competition (research article) my-ap.us/2UAvTR3
  • Do skinny people have faster metabolisms? Not really (summary article) my-ap.us/2Uu0WxR
  • Non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT). (descriptive article) my-ap.us/2UvL91w
  • Slim people have a genetic advantage when it comes to maintaining their weight (summary article) my-ap.us/2UvPxxc
  • Genetic architecture of human thinness compared to severe obesity (research article) my-ap.us/2UpkWS2
  • Top 10 Reasons Why The BMI Is Bogus (summary article) my-ap.us/2UAwdzf
  • The Health Risk of Obesity—Better Metrics Imperative (perspective article in Science) my-ap.us/2UvLkKe
  • Association of Body Mass Index With Lifetime Risk of Cardiovascular Disease and Compression of Morbidity (research article) my-ap.us/2UpNATe
  • Is the doughnut diet too good to be true? (umm...) my-ap.us/2UtRyKz

 

 

6 | Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program

0.5 minutes

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7 | Featured: Language of Muscles: A Strategy for Learning

17 minutes

Learning the major muscles of the body can be intimidating for students. But if they understand from the start that those unusual names are more than a tongue-twisting combination of syllables—that they actually have meaning—they can use muscle names as mnemonic aids to learning. Muscle names can help students remember muscles by reminding them of the muscle's location, function, shape, size, and/or other characteristics.

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Episode 39 Intro | TAPP Radio Preview08 Mar 201900:20:02

Host Kevin Patton previews the content of the upcoming full episode, which features a discussion of how paying attention to the meaning of muscle names can help in teaching and learning A&P. 

There's more... a website note,  word dissections, and a recommendation from The A&P Professor Book Club.

 

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Topics

.5 minute

  • Functions of the cerebellum
  • Liver responses when we see food
  • Exercise's effect on body weight
  • Language of Muscles: A Strategy for Learning

Website Hiccups

1 minute

Apologies! Kevin's two websites, theAPprofessor.org and lionden.com are having some technical issues that may occassionally mess up page layout or generate odd error messages. It's being worked on!

Word Dissections

8 minutes

  • Cerebellum
    • Cerebrum
  • Muscle
    • Musculus
    • Musculi
  • Tendon
  • Anglicize

Book Club

8.5 minutes

 

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  Sponsors   Transcript and captions for this episode are supported by the American Association of Anatomists. anatomy.org     The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society also provides marketing support for this podcast. theAPprofessor.org/haps     Distribution of this episode is supported by NYCC's online graduate program in Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction (HAPI) nycc.edu/hapi   Amazon and TextExpander referrals help defray podcasting expenses. (Clicking on sponsor links  helps let them know you appreciate their support of this podcast!)  
Mid-Semester Check-Ins Keep Your A&P Course on Track | Episode 3825 Feb 201900:42:17

00:45 | Sperm Speed
02:48 | Sponsored by HAPS
03:32 | Hematopoiesis in the Gut
07:04 | Sponsored by AAA
07:22 | Swallow Legos Much?
10:41 | New Sponsor: MS-HAPI Program
15:23 | Featured: Mid-Semester Check-Ins Keep Your A&P Course on Track

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Vulnerability sounds like truth and feels like courage. Truth and courage aren't always comfortable, but they're never weakness. (Brené Brown)

 

1 | Sperm Speed

2 minutes

We know that some sperm are fast and some are slow. And it seems that if the sperm are generally pretty slow, that may reduce fertility. Now we have a clue why that may be so.

  • Slow sperm may fail at crashing ‘gates’ on their way to an egg (brief summary; includes video) my-ap.us/2BP9yb0
  • Strictures of a microchannel impose fierce competition to select for highly motile sperm (research article) my-ap.us/2BLNi1J
 

 

2 | Sponsored by HAPS

0.5 minute

The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society (HAPS) is a sponsor of this podcast. Did you know there's a one-day regional HAPS conference in March? Check it out. You can help appreciate their support by clicking the link below and checking out the many resources and benefits found there.

Anatomy & Physiology Society 

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  3 | Hematopoiesis in the Gut

3.5 minutes

In Episode 37, I mentioned the "reserve hematopoiesis" in bone marrow. New information shows that significant hematopoiesis occurs in the adult intestine. In an allograft of intestinal tissue, as may occur in patients with a GI disorder, donor stem cells and progenitor cells produce white blood cells that circulate in the recipient's blood stream.

  • Some blood cells have a surprising source—your gut (brief summary) my-ap.us/2BMjEsZ
  • Human Intestinal Allografts Contain Functional Hematopoietic Stem and Progenitor Cells that Are Maintained by a Circulating Pool (research article) my-ap.us/2BMr8vY
 

 

4 | Sponsored by AAA

0.5 minutes

The searchable transcript for this episode, as well as the captioned audiogram of this episode, are sponsored by The American Association of Anatomists (AAA) at anatomy.org. Their big meeting is in April at the Experimental Biology (EB) meeting in Orlando FL. Check it out!

 

 

5 | What Happens When You Swallow a Lego?

3.5 minutes

How long does it take for a Lego piece to travel through the alimentary canal? The answer is in—er, I mean out.

And learn about the Stool Hardness and Transit (SHAT) score and the all-important Found-and-Retrieved Time (FART) score.  That alone is worth the price you paid to listen to this episode.

  • Study reveals how long it takes for LEGO head to pass through adult human digestive tract (brief summary) my-ap.us/2BGZ4dF
  • Everything is awesome: Don't forget the Lego (research article) my-ap.us/2BMjGB7

 

 

6 | New Sponsor! MS-HAPI Graduate Program in A&P

4.5 minutes

The Master of Science in Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction—the MS-HAPI—is graduate program for A&P teachers. A combination of science courses (enough to qualify you to teach at the college level) and courses in instructional practice, this program helps you power up  your teaching. Kevin Patton is a faculty member in this program. Check it out!

nycc.edu/hapi

 

 

7 | Featured: Mid-Semester Check-Ins Keep Your A&P Course on Track

25.5 minutes

A recent conversation with Krista Rompolski brought up her practice of a mid-semester student survey. Why does she do that? Find out in this episode that focuses on ways to "take the temperature" of your course while there's still time to fix anything that needs fixing.

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Episode 38 Intro | TAPP Radio Preview21 Feb 201900:13:51

Host Kevin Patton previews the content of the upcoming full episode, which features a discussion of how mid-term check-ins can help in teaching A&P.

There's more... some listener feedback,  word dissections, and recommendations from The A&P Professor Book Club.

 

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Topics

1 minute

  • Sperm speed
  • Hematopoiesis in the gut
  • How long does a Lego take to get through the alimentary canal?
  • We have a new sponsor? Who is it?
  • Mid-Semester Check-Ins Keep Your A&P Course on Track

Listener Feedback

2.5 minutes

Listener Charlie Taylor has feedback on how he handles incorrect student answers after a test.

Word Dissections

4.5 minutes

  • Chimerism
  • Allograft
  • Progenitor cell

Kevin's Unofficial Guide to the Annual HAPS Conference

1.5 minutes

I need your help for the next edition of Kevin's episode on getting ready for the HAPS conference.

  • Questions
  • Your own experiences
  • What you've taken away from HAPS conferences
  • Tips and advice (especially secret, superlative tips from longtimers)

I need a bit of SOUND from you. Call in or send a recording! (but text is okay, too)

Book Club

3.5 minutes

 

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The Last Best Story in Teaching Anatomy & Physiology | Episode 3711 Feb 201900:31:33

Host Kevin Patton emphasizes the idea of the "last best story" in science to review the unfolding debates about adult neurogenesis and autonomic pathways. How can we use the "anatomical compass" to help students learn anatomy? What is reserve hematopoiesis? And more discussion of feedback to students in online tests.

01:17 | Feedback in Online Tests
08:17 | The Anatomical Compass
14:47 | Sponsored by AAA
15:12 | Reserve hematopoiesis
18:09 | Sponsored by HAPS
18:54 | Featured: Last Best Story in Adult Neurogenesis & ANS Pathways

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Scientific theories are tested every time someone makes an observation or conducts an experiment, so it is misleading to think of science as an edifice, built on foundations. Rather, scientific knowledge is more like a web. The difference couldn’t be more crucial. A tall edifice can collapse – if the foundations upon which it was built turn out to be shaky. But a web can be torn in several parts without causing the collapse of the whole. The damaged threads can be patiently replaced and re-connected with the rest – and the whole web can become stronger, and more intricate. (Massimo Pigliucci)

 

1 | Feedback in Online tests

7 minutes

In Episode 36, Adam Rich called in regarding how we can provide feedback to students taking online tests. I responded that I encourage students to get the correct response from their study buddies—or from me. After the episode aired, Krista Rompolski pointed out that this could be a challenge in very large courses. What do y'all think? Tell us. Really.

 

 

 

2 | The Anatomical Compass

6.5 minutes

Although you and I are comfortable in orienting ourselves to anatomical directions when looking at diagrams, photographs, and specimens in anatomy, our beginning student often are not. The simple process of adding an "anatomical rosette" reflecting the anatomical directions in each encountered diagram can  help students develop the skill of understanding anatomical perspective.

 

 

3 | Sponsored by AAA

0.5 minutes

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4 | Reserve Hematopoiesis

3 minutes

Hematopoietic stem cells  (HSCs) may have a "back-up system" that helps out after damage to the working population. These "reserve" HSCs (rHSCs) may step up when the primed HSCs (pHSCs) cannot keep up with the demand for hematopoiesis.

  • Scientists have identified a bone marrow backup system (summary article) my-ap.us/2BmcoE0
  • N-Cadherin-Expressing Bone and Marrow Stromal Progenitor Cells Maintain Reserve Hematopoietic Stem Cells
    (report by Zhao, et al. in Cell Reports) my-ap.us/2Bk7vLN
 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Multipotential_hematopoietic_stem_cell.svg

 

5 | Sponsored by HAPS

0.5 minutes

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6 | Featured: Last Best Story in Adult Neurogenesis & ANS Pathways

12 minutes

The "last best story" is what I tell my students I'm providing to them. That approach emphasizes the evolving nature of scientific understanding. In this episode, I mention two stories that are evolving right now.

 

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The Uncertainty Effect with Michelle Lazarus | TAPP 13512 Apr 202300:42:44

Dr. Michelle Lazarus, author of the new book, The Uncertainty Effect: How to Survive and Thrive through the Unexpected, joins host Kevin Patton for a lively discussion of of uncertainty in science, medicine, and academia.

00:00 | Introduction

00:50 | Dr. Michelle Lazarus

04:57 | Sponsored by AAA

05:31 | Why Is Uncertainty Important?

17:05 | Sponsored by HAPI

17:49 | The Uncertainty of Teaching A&P

27:07 | Sponsored by HAPS

28:05 | Uncertainty and Inclusion

36:38 | Uncertainty and Risk

38:48 | Book: The Uncertainty Effect

39:51 | Staying Connected

 

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Dr. Michelle Lazarus

4 minutes

Before we meet our guest, I explain why this episode is later than expected—and why everything these days is coming from me later than expected. Then I introduce our guest, Dr. Michelle Lazarus.

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Why Is Uncertainty Important?

11.5 minutes

In this segment, we learn how Michelle Lazarus first became involved in studying uncertainty. We explore the kind of uncertainty our students will encounter in their clinical experiences, as well as the kind of uncertainty we face as academics. And we learn why we should avoid introducing a lot of uncertainty on the first day of class.

★ Medical Student Experiences of Uncertainty Tolerance Moderators: A Longitudinal Qualitative Study (article in Frontiers in Medicine by Georgina Stephens, et al., mentioned in this segment) AandP.info/toi
★ Embracing the tension between vulnerability and credibility: ‘intellectual candour’ in health professions education (article from Medical Education) AandP.info/p5t

 

Sponsored by HAPI Online Graduate Program

40 seconds

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The Uncertainty of Teaching A&P

9.5 minutes

How does the uniformity we introduce to minimize uncertainty actually make things more uncertain for students? What's the difference between uncertainty tolerance and uncertainty intolerance? How can we help beginning A&P instructors with their uncertainty?

 

Sponsored by HAPS

55 seconds

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Uncertainty and Inclusion

8.5 minutes

What is the relationship between uncertainty and having an inclusive environment in our course? Are we more ethnocentric or ethnorelative in our approach? How does that affect uncertainty tolerance? What about neurodiversity?

★ Developing Intercultural Sensitivity (book chapter from The Handbook of Intercultural training; expands on concepts of intercultural sensitivity spectrum discussed in this segment) AandP.info/3pm
★ Uncertainty-Identity Theory (paper from Advances in Experimental Social Psychology) AandP.info/vq1

 

Uncertainty and Risk

2 minutes

What is it about uncertainty that has surprised Dr. Lazarus? What's the difference between uncertainty and risk?

 

Book: The Uncertainty Effect

1 minute

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Episode 37 Intro | TAPP Radio Preview07 Feb 201900:12:28

Host Kevin Patton previews the content of the upcoming full episode, which features a discussion of the last best story in teaching A&P, including two stories now "in flux".

There's more... some word dissections and recommendations from The A&P Professor Book Club.

Topics

.5 minute

  • A point about test feedback from listener Krista Rompolski
  • The anatomical compass in teaching anatomy
  • An update in hematopoiesis
  • How "the last best story" helps students understand the nature of science

Word Dissections

6.5 minutes

  • Neurogenesis
  • Craniosacral
  • Thoracolumbar
  • Hematopoietic stem cell (HSC)
  • Rosette

Book Club

2.5 minutes

 

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Big Year in Anatomy & Physiology Teaching with The A&P Professor | Episode 3628 Jan 201900:42:59

Closing out the first year of this podcast, host Kevin Patton reviews some of the topics covered throughout the year. Caller Adam Rich asks about giving feedback to students in online tests. Have we discovered a new type of blood vessel in bones?

00:42 | Adam Rich Asks About Student Feedback
10:32 | New Type of Vessel in Bones
14:17 | Big Ideas: Content Updates & Applications
20:15 | Big Ideas: This Podcast
20:45 | Big Ideas: Featured Ideas of the Year
29:45 | Big Ideas: Wrapping Up the Year

 

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1 | Adam Rich Calls In

10 minutes

Kevin responds to a call from Adam Rich of SUNY Brockport regarding giving students feedback/corrected responses in online tests.

    2 | New Type of Vessel in Bones

3.5 minutes

Scientists have discovered a system of small vessels that cross every part of a bone's cortical layers to supply most of the bone's blood—over 80% of the arterial supply and 59% of venous drainage. The proposed name is trans-cortical vessels (TCVs).

  • We’ve discovered a new type of blood vessel in our bones (brief article summarizing the discovery) my-ap.us/2B6tHce
  • A network of trans-cortical capillaries as mainstay for blood circulation in long bones (full research article) my-ap.us/2B6ttSq
    3 | Big Year: Content Updates & Applications

6 minutes

The first of several segments in a "debriefing" of the first year of this podcast.

This year brought many content updates and brief teaching snippets, from using green pens for grading to the role of platelets in immunity. Too many to mention, but Kevin gives his best shot at listing some of those that seem to be most memorable.

 

  4 | Big Year: Evolution of This Podcast

9.5 minutes

What are show notes and how do they differ from the episode page? How best to listen and share? What's the episode list (theAPprofessor.org/podlist)? Preview episodes! And a word about our sponsors:

The Human Anatomy & Physiology Society (HAPS) is a sponsor of this podcast. Did you know there's a one-day regional HAPS conference in March? Check it out. You can help appreciate their support by clicking the link below and checking out the many resources and benefits found there.

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The searchable transcript for this episode, as well as the captioned audiogram of this episode, are sponsored by The American Association of Anatomists (AAA) at anatomy.org

  5 | Big Year: The Big Ideas of the Past Year

 11 minutes

Each full episode usually has a "featured topic." This segment reviews some of the major topics and themes that emerged during the first year of the podcast.  From caring-empathy-compassion to integrity to storytelling, and from testing-as-teaching to elephant skin to learning science, a lot was covered! And what about those guest interviews--the Learning Scientists, media expert Barbara Waxer, anatomy educator Aaron Fried, and artist-professor Paul Krieger? And let's not forget those "lucky numbers"!

 

 

5 | Big Year: Wrapping Up

2 minutes

What do you want me to cover? I have some ideas, of course. But I want to hear  your ideas, too!

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Episode 36 Intro | TAPP Radio Preview24 Jan 201900:15:26

Host Kevin Patton previews the content of the upcoming full episode, which focuses on the big year (the first year) of The A&P Professor podcast (TAPP Radio).

There's more... some word dissections and recommendations from The A&P Professor Book Club.

 

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Topics

.5 minute

Expect these topics in the full Episode 36:

  • Feedback/questions from listener Adam Rich
  • Have we discovered a new type of blood vessel?
  • Looking back at the "big ideas" of the first year of this podcast

 

Word Dissections

7.5 minutes

  • Podcast
    • Netcast
    • Audible revolution: Online radio is booming thanks to iPods, cheap audio software and weblogs, reports Ben Hammersley (first proposed use of "podcast") my-ap.us/2AZ4lwB
  • In fimo
    • In vitro
    • In vivo
    • Feces
    • Studies can be in vitro, in vivo and now ‘in fimo’ — in poop (brief description in Science News) my-ap.us/2ATJ5bN
    • “In Fimo”: A Term Proposed for Excrement Examined Experimentally (article in Gastroenterology journal proposing new term) my-ap.us/2AYtDuM
      • My favorite quote from the paper: "...we use the following term for the active enzymes extracted from an in fimo sample: poopernatant."

 

Book Club

5.5 minutes

 

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