KamehamehaSchoolsMauiCampusHigh School

Open Disclosure Statement

Teacher: Mr. IwamuraSubject: Marine Biology

Academy: Science and Natural ResourcesCredit: 1.00

Textbook: Marine Life and the Sea / Hawaiian Coral Reef Ecology

Duration: 1 Year

Course Description: Using hands-on activities, group projects, laboratory experiments, field trips, and classroom discussion, marine biology students will learn about the properties of a marine environment as well as biodiversity, identification and anatomy of marine species. Students will also obtain the skills and knowledge needed to maintain marine aquaria.

Grading Procedures: Students will be assessed on the following criteria.

1. Quizzes4. Homework7. Attendance

2. Laboratory Experiments5. In-class group work8. Exams

3. Projects6. Participation

Note: Final grades will be calculated by taking a simple percentage. Divide the number of points earned by the total possible points.

Class Expectations:

1. Students will keep up with their reading assignments.

2. We will be performing several lab and outdoor activities during class time, so daily attendance is necessary.

3. All assignments MUST be handed in on the due date at the beginning of class. Late assignmentswill be accepted for half credit if turned in the following day. Otherwise, students will not receive credit.

4. All students must come into class prepared mentally, dressed appropriately, and with all needed materials.

5. If a student is absent, the student is responsible for obtaining the missed work. He or she must meet with me on their return to discuss how they will catch up.

Other: My office hours will be announced to the class. Students are highly recommended to take advantage of office hours regularly.

Materials Needed:

-3-ring binder with loose leaf paper

-Composition notebook

-Writing utensil, eraser, ruler, calculator

-Your lap-top computer

Please provide the appropriate dates and signatures and return as soon as possible.

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