High School Biology Basics: A Fantastic Voyage Into the Cell
In this 8 day course, students will be introduced to major cell biology concepts
Dr. Pachikara, Ph.D.
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(104)
What's included
8 live meetings
6 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 7 - 10
Beginner Level
In this comprehensive cell biology course, students will gain detailed understanding of the fundamental building block of life: the cell. We will start with a thorough examination of both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. Students will be introduced to the functions of various organelles and components that make up a cell. We will conclude by delineating the mechanisms that drive the selective transport of materials in and out of the cell. Presentations, practice problems, videos and simulations will be used to teach. I will use online assessments to check for student understanding. Worksheet packets that go along with the presentations will be provided. Students are expected to take some notes as they fill in the blanks on the handouts. This class is an interactive class; when in doubt, students are encouraged to ask questions. I will be assisting students while they work. Depending on the pace of the class, students may have homework. The recording of each session will be available to enrolled students after attending one live session (as long as there are students present in each session). This is meant to help learners review or catch up if they miss anything during class as the class may have diverse learners. Days 1 & 2 =>Levels of structural organization: atoms to organism =>What is a Cell? =>Cell theory =>Cell specialization =>Prokaryotic cell vs. Eukaryotic cell =>Classifications of living things =>Online assessment Days 3 & 4 =>Comparing cell types =>Cell boundaries =>Structure and function of the plasma membrane =>Structures & Functions of organelles-part 1 =>Online assessment =>Assignment: transport lab to be done at home Days 5 & 6 =>Structures & Functions organelles-part 2 =>class discussion on the transport lab =>Online assessment Days 7 & 8 =>Types of cell transport =>class discussion on the transport lab =>Online assessment Note: =>this class may run over the allotted time (by 5 to 10 minutes) at times depending on the class constitution =>Topics from one session may run into the subsequent session depending on the progress of the overall class =>Later materials will relate to earlier materials =>I will leave the zoom session if nobody shows up within the first 5 minutes of each session.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
We may or may not use all the external resources listed under materials. Students will not need to make an account for accessing the external resources. Some of the resources are used only on the teacher's side to teach while sharing the screen.
Supply List
Materials to bring to class: -a pencil, an eraser & a notebook -a printed copy of the handout I provide Prerequisites: -ability to follow instructions and take notes
Language of Instruction
English
Joined May, 2020
4.9
104reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
New Jersey Teaching Certificate in Science
=>Grades 5-12 Certified (2015) Chemistry and Biology Teacher with experience in teaching various science courses to middle school and high school students in the school and online
=>ETS Recognition of Excellence in General Sciences and in Biological Sciences (2015)
=>Experienced in tutoring multiple science courses
=>B.A. in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry
=>Ph.D. and 3 years of Postdoctoral Fellowship in Biomedical Sciences
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Live Group Class
$144
for 8 classes2x per week, 4 weeks
50 min
Completed by 4 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-16
3-12 learners per class
