CC2417- Human Biology I

A. Group Assignment I (25% of continuous assessment)

Expected Learning outcomes

On successfully completing this assignment, students will be able to:

• Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology in clinical problems

• Present logical argument and systemic organization in oral form
• Develop interpersonal skills in teamwork and leadership

Presentation Dates: In weeks 6 to 9 Tutorials

Topics:

1. Discuss the clinical applications of diagnosis diseases on using nine regions and
four quadrants in abdominopelvic cavity. What are their limitations? With illustrated
examples, what further tests are required to confirm the stated disease?

2. A postmenopausal woman fell on the floor and broke her hip. Please state the
condition she may suffer. Explain the change of bone density throughout her life by
discussing the bone cell metabolism, hormonal changes as well as other lifestyle
factors.

3. Your nephew has been learning about cells in science class, and now he refuses to
take a bath. He asks, “If all cells have a semipermeable membrane, and the skin is
made up of cells, then won’t I swell up and pop if I take a bath?” Explain the relevant
anatomy to your nephew. In addition, you should also explain to him the possible
consequences of not taking a bath.

4. Simon is a F5 repeater who will attend the HKCEE again in this year. He always
feels depress and under stress. Lately his girl friend Becky broke up with him. Simon
is heart broken and started cocaine abuse for a “rush” of pleasure and energy.

One day, you saw a straw in Simon’s room and then he became another person in just
10 minutes after sniffing. As a friend, you persuade Simon to quit cocaine abuse by
explaining to him the effect of cocaine on the Central Nervous System at synaptic
level and how neurotransmitters will cause intense cravings of cocaine.

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 Guidelines:

• Form a group of 5 to 6 students and identify a group leader

• Choose one topic from the above list
• Set aims and confine the title of the group project
• Plan and set time schedule for discussion etc.
• Do literature search from magazine / journal. State the source clearly in the
reference section.
• Design the presentation style and format. It is flexible and mostly in
PowerPoint format. It should be interesting but not too technical.
• You should submit a hardcopy of finalized PowerPoint at the scheduled date
before the start of the presentation. Apart from the content, the PowerPoint should
clearly state the division of work among group members with their student
numbers (preferably to include a group photo) in the final 2 slides.
• Limit the presentation time within 25 minutes. All members should take part
in the oral presentation.
• Present in ENGLISH
• The critique group must at least raise 1 question in the Q & A session.
• Bonus marks (1 to 3) will be given for individual students in each group based
on their presentation performance.

Note: Group leader is responsible to communicate with the subject lecturer about their
progress.

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Grading Aspects:

Description Weighting (%)

1 Submit an outline in time 5
2 Clear & Precise Introduction 10
3 Problem identification and analysis 10
4 Application of principles 15
5 Presentation skills 20
(formal dressing, clarity, organized, logic, interesting)
6 Team coordination 5
7 Valid Conclusions 10
8 Q & A handling 10
9 Time management 5
10 Peer Review (please refer to peer review form 1) 10
Total 100%

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 Peer Group Review
Form 1
CC2417- Human Biology I
Topic: Date: _________________
Group No. ________
Presenters: _________________________________________________

Marking Criteria and Standards for Group Presentation

Nil to very limited Limited to fair level Good to excellent
level of achievement of achievement achievement
(0-3) ( 4-7) (8-10)
1. clear outline and focus
of introduction
2. Organized, relevant and
precise presentation
(a) Sort out
relevant material that is related to
the topic
(b) Check against
the expected learning outcomes of
the assignment
(c) Categorize
and connect similar ideas under the
same theme Signal a change of
direction or conflicting ideas
(d) Points are
clear and sharp
(e) No redundancy
3. Accurate information,
able to apply, make analysis
and logical reasoning
(a) provide
evidence for comments
(b) apply relevant
knowledge to clinical problem
(c) provide
thoughtful discussion and analysis
(d) develop ideas
and make coherent arguments with
justification
(e) explore for
alternative approaches and sought
for justification
(f) compare the
pros and cons of alternative
approaches to the problem.

4. Satisfactory presentation
(a) use relevant format / style e.g.
concise PowerPoint or models etc.
(b) exchange ideas with classmates, in
interactive manner
(c) keep good timing
(d) use proper referencing
5. Valid conclusion
(a) summarize the main points discussed
(b) show insight through reflective
thinking of these main points
Note: Please divide the total score by 5.
On the whole the group presentation performance was ________/10
10 to 9 – best 8 to 7- good 6 to 5- average 4 to 3 – not good 2 to 1 poor
Overall Comment:

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Commentator in group leader’s name: ________________________Group no. _____

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