Curated OER
Endocrine Histology Lab
In this endocrine histology lab, students examine prepared slides of various glands/ organs. Students identify each slide according to the key given and research materials. Students draw or sketch what is seen next to the appropriate...
Curated OER
Glands and Hormones
In this glands activity, students write down characteristics of the body's different glands including the hormones created by the gland and their function in the body system. This activity has 5 short answer questions.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Glands
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this online lesson students will list the glands of the endocrine system and their effects.
OpenStax
Open Stax: Anatomy & Physiology: An Overview of the Endocrine System
Find out about the types of intercellular communication, their importance, mechanisms, and effects. Then continue on to the next sections to learn about hormones, the different endocrine glands, the organs with secondary endocrine...
OpenStax
Open Stax: Anatomy & Physiology: The Thyroid Gland
Students learn about the location and anatomy of the thyroid gland as well as the hormones produced by the gland and how they affect body functions.
Inner Body
Innerbody: Endocrine System
Look at the organs of the endocrine system and examine them in detail as you click on the interactive animation.
Other
Endocrine web.com
A great place to learn about the endocrine system and its many glands. There is a section devoted to each gland of the system as well as sections for diabetes, osteoporosis, and other endocrine diseases.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: How Does O Ur Thyroid Work?
Nestled in the tissues of your neck is a small, unassuming organ that wields enormous power over our bodies: the thyroid. This video explains how the thyroid, like the operations manager in a company, is tasked with making sure that all...
Other
Dr. Saul: Biology in Motion
This interactive site provides animations and activities in several areas of physiology. The images are simple, but clear. The accompanying text provides a good description of the process being shown.
WebMD
Web Md: Goiter
This website from WebMD Health provides helpful information on goiters. Tells what they are, what causes them, how to detect them, and how they can be treated. A picture/chart is provided along with links to additional information.
WebMD
Web Md: Graves' Disease
This article from WebMD Health provides great information about Graves' Disease, the leading cause of hyperthyroidism. Its symptoms, causes, and treatment is discussed. Pictures and links are provided for additional information.
Other
Everyday Health: Hypothyroidism
Information about the causes, risk factors, symptoms and treatment of hypothyroidism.
Read Works
Read Works: Energy Control
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about the thyroid and what it does to control metabolism. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic: Graves' Disease
This site from the MayoClinic.com provides a great overview of the form of hyperthyroidism known as Graves' disease. The sections in the article include signs and symptoms, causes, screening, diagnosis, treatment, and self-care.
Other
Healthline: Three Dimensional Body Map: Endocrine System
Rotatable three-dimensional model of the body with components of the endocrine system labeled.
WebMD
Web Md: Hyperthyroidism
Provides a complete overview of hyperthyroidism. It begins with a topic overview, which includes a small chart and links to further information, then it discusses causes, symptoms, risks, and treatment.