Unit 4 Reflection

In unit 4, we focused on the integumentary and immune system. The body has many defense and protection mechanisms, and we learned a few of them such as hair, nails, skin and the immune responses. Our skin protects the body from external damage, however with this, comes the possibility of disease and disorders. Cancers, although take long to form, are mutated cells that multiply quickly without containment. These can be deadly if not treated through things like chemotherapy or radiation. In addition, the immune system protects our bodies from foreign particles and pathogens with accessories such as saliva, mucus or the epiglottis. B and T cells divide and differentiate into many other types, and they fight antigens by producing antibodies and attacking invaders. I understand the integumentary system well because it is visible and easier to see with a naked eye. I struggled to grasp the concept of lymphocyte cells because I cannot plainly see them, so it is harder to imagine their purpose. From the debate, I learned the controversy of a legalized organ market both because of  moral conflict and technical difficulties. I had the chance to develop empathy for both sides of the argument, even though I was only debating one of them. I enjoyed working with my group to learn a lot about the different opinions and statistics of legalizing the sales of human organs because it opened my eyes to an idea that I had not previously thought at all about. I want to learn more about how this has been implemented in other countries, and whether or not it is effective to have an open market because my aunt has been on a donor list for years and I can empathize with the painful waiting time.

Preferred Learning Styles
Being a self aware individual, I was not at all surprised by my learning style scores. Scoring 10 for reading, 8 for kinesthetic, 7 for visual and 3 for aural, I have always understood things better by seeing demonstrations  and reading. As I prepare for my upcoming test, I make myself flash cards on quizlet and I also write down short sentences about concepts that I study with and include little doodles to help myself remember. Also, test taking in a quiet environment is important for me so I will utilize my academic accommodations and take the exam at the TLC.