Biology, High School-Part I (Self-Paced)
This comprehensive 12-week course is designed to cover essential topics in the high school biology curriculum, Part I. Students will receive pre-recorded lessons, worksheets, projects, and my full supervision for the course term.
Dr Bella Groisman
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(49)
What's included
12 pre-recorded lessons
12 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1-2 hours per week. Practice worksheets are provided for each topic. Students are encouraged to submit their homework before the next session.Assessment
We will have a mid-course and final quizesCertificate of Completion
1 after class completionClass Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Beginner - Advanced Level
This 12-lesson course is crafted to cover the High School Biology Curriculum, Part I. Students will progress at their own pace, by watching pre-recorded videos and completing worksheets for each topic. Learners will have my continuous support and supervision during the course term. Upon successful completion, a learner will earn a certificate of completion and if requested a letter grade. Please refer to the published syllabus for the detailed lesson plan. I use a dynamic mix of whiteboard illustrations, PowerPoint presentations, and worksheets to enhance learning. Homework assignments are provided for each topic and students are encouraged to submit it before the next session. Students are encouraged to contact me with any questions or concerns or for additional support. Evaluation and Grades (optional): Upon successful course completion students will receive a certificate of completion. If requested, this certificate will include a letter grade reflecting learner performance. Welcome to my class!
Learning Goals
Students will learn and practice key topics in High School Biology curriculumStudents can earn a certificate of completion for high school credit.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)4 Units
12 Lessons
over 12 WeeksUnit 1: Cell structure
Lesson 1:
Introduction into cell biology
Types of cells, history of cell biology Lesson 2:
Eukaryotic Cell Structure
The main characteristic of eukaryotic cells is compartmentalization: each organelle is responsible for its own task. Today we will cover the function of the nucleus and the secretory pathway composed of the endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi, lysosome, and cell membrane. Lesson 3:
Eukaryotic Cell Structure_2
Mitochondria is in charge of energy production. Today we will talk about cellular respiration, ATP (energy) production and the origin of Mitochondria Unit 2: Macromolecules
Lesson 4:
Macromolecules_1
Macromolecules are the building blocks of the cell. There are four macromolecules: lipids, sugars, proteins, and nucleic acids. Today we will focus on lipids and sugars. Other Details
Learning Needs
All students are welcomed
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
This class material is based on the textbooks Science 10 by Nelson and Biology 11 by Ryerson. Purchasing a textbook is optional for students, as all necessary resources and materials will be provided in class.
Joined December, 2020
4.8
49reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Doctoral Degree in Science from TAU
With over 15 years of experience teaching high school and college-level biology and chemistry in both one-on-one and classroom settings, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the classroom. My background includes more than a decade of hands-on research experience as a PhD and postdoctoral fellow (UofT and McMaster university) and 9 peer-reviewed publications.
I look forward to welcoming your learner to my class!Reviews
Self-Paced Course
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12 weeks of teacher support
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Ages: 11-18
