Welcome to Biology!
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3rd and 5th Hour
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Welcome to the study of life! Specific topics of study will include: Scientific method and inquiry, characteristics of life, macromolecules, human body systems, cell structures and functions, photosynthesis, cellular respiration, protein synthesis, genetics and inheritance, ecology, and natural selection .
Throughout the course we will work on our reading and writing skills while researching different topics in the field of biology. Students will also be learning tips and strategies for the SAT as we will read and analyze science articles. Students will get a lot of practice reading and analyzing charts and graphs. Students will do a variety of hands on activities and labs while using lab equipment. In addition the class will consists of note taking and worksheets, technology for projects and research, working in teams, watching science videos, playing review games, having group discussions, etc.
I look forward to helping my biology students prepare for future biology courses that are necessary to obtain many of the numerous careers that require a foundation in biological science!
Throughout the course we will work on our reading and writing skills while researching different topics in the field of biology. Students will also be learning tips and strategies for the SAT as we will read and analyze science articles. Students will get a lot of practice reading and analyzing charts and graphs. Students will do a variety of hands on activities and labs while using lab equipment. In addition the class will consists of note taking and worksheets, technology for projects and research, working in teams, watching science videos, playing review games, having group discussions, etc.
I look forward to helping my biology students prepare for future biology courses that are necessary to obtain many of the numerous careers that require a foundation in biological science!