Course Description:

The goal of biology courses is to establish a core of biological concepts and information that can be of value to all students. The honors (H) level features the study of genetic continuity of life, cell structure and function, cell growth and reproduction, population characteristics, comparative studies of types of organisms, interaction of organisms and their environment, and the chemistry of life. Textbook:

Biology. Miller, K.R., Ph.D. and Levine, J., Ph.D. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall, Inc., 2010.

Online Access: www.biology.com à click on “Students and Teachers Login Here”

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The Class:

Who this class IS for:

This class is designed for students who enjoy science and are willing to work hard. In order to meet success in this class, you must have a good work ethic as well as a good foundation in science. Keeping up with the material and reviewing EVERY NIGHT is essential for success. This class requires a lot of out-of–class study time and requires self-motivation to keep up with the content load.

Expectations

-  Please be prepared for class every day. This includes bringing your 3-ring binder, a pen or pencil, homework, and textbook (when instructed to do so).

-  Proper class conduct and behavior are expected and required; failure to comply will result in teacher detentions, parent contact and office referrals.

-  Entering class after the bell has rung will not be tolerated. Failure to be seated and ready at the start of class will result in teacher detentions and office referrals.

-  No food or drink permitted in the science lab.

Attendance

-  Regular attendance in the classroom is essential to learning the material.

-  Missed work or tests due to an excused absence or field trip must be made up according to school policy. It is the student’s responsibility to determine what was missed during an absence. Failure to complete items within the designated timeframe will result in a zero.

-  Quizzes, tests and homework are assigned with prior notice, so students are expected to be prepared for such events upon their return to school. Exceptions will be made if material was missed during an absence that is relevant to the test or quiz. (NOTE: Review days, when given, are not considered to be days where new material is learned.)

Grading

-  The grading system for the course will be based on total point accumulation.

-  The opportunity to earn points will include, but is not limited to, tests, quizzes (announced and/or unannounced), homework, classwork, projects, and laboratory activities.

-  Each marking period will contribute 20% to your final course grade, with the mid-term and final exam each contributing 10%.

-  Work is expected to be handed in on time. Late work MAY be accepted (depending on the assignment). A loss of points will accrue for each day work is late. After the 3rd day, work will not be accepted and no points will be given. In addition to keeping your own grade records, I encourage you to contact me at any time to review your grade and progress in the course. Progress reports will be distributed at the request of any student or parent.

-  Check Pinnacle regularly and bring any problems to my attention immediately; marking period grades should never be surprising!

Academic Integrity

-  Cheating of any kind will not be tolerated, in accordance with Conestoga school policy. Failure to oblige by these guidelines will result in a zero, a discipline referral and parent contact.

Availability

-  I am available many times throughout the day, in addition to before or after school; either drop in or schedule a time to meet. If you feel as though you are struggling through material and need extra help, please see me IMMEDIATELY!

-  Email: (preferred method of contact) Voicemail: 610-240-1990 x 2313

-  Class webpage http://tesd.net//Domain/294

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Honors Biology - Scope and Sequence

Unit /

Weeks

/ Chapters
The Nature of Life /

4

/ 1: The Science of Biology
2: The Chemistry of Life
Cells and Cell Transport /

3

/ 7: Cell Structure and Function
Cell Energetics /

3

/ 8: Photosynthesis
9: Cellular Respiration and Fermentation
Cell Division /

3

/ 10 and 11.4: Cell Growth and Division (Mitosis and Meiosis)
DNA and Protein Synthesis /

2.5

/ 12: DNA
13: RNA and Protein Synthesis
Midterm & Prep /

1

/ MIDTERM EXAM
Genetics /

4.5

/ 11: Introduction to Genetics
14: Human Heredity
15: Genetic Engineering
Evolution /

3

/ 16: Darwin’s Theory of Evolution
17: Evolution of Populations
18: Classification
19: History of Life
Ecology /

4

/ 3: The Biosphere
4: Ecosystems and Communities
5: Populations
6: Humans in the Biosphere
Taxonomy and Survey of Kingdoms /

3.5

/ Overview of Chapters 20-24
Homeostasis /

1.5

/ Overview of Homeostatic Mechanisms
(Examples from Chapters 30-35)
Keystone Review and Prep /

1

/ KEYSTONE EXAM (~May 20th)
Project / / TBD
Final Exam & Prep /

1

/ FINAL EXAM