Honors High School Biology - Full Year Curriculum (Part 1 Of 2)
In this multi course, we will extensively cover general high school biology curriculum, such as cell biology, metabolism, and genetics with hand-written notes in 10 weeks (2 lectures/week = 20 lectures). Let's explore biology together!
Dr. Lee, PhD, Biology and Life Science
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What's included
20 live meetings
15 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Homework will be given on Friday and the learners will have one week to complete the assignment. Homework consists of multiple-choice questions, true or false, short answer, analysis, and essay questions. I provide detailed feedback for each assignment so that the learners can evaluate which area is lacking. The learners find this very useful to reinforce what they have learned from the class. A total of 5-6 lab exercises will be given for each core topic. Due to limited amount of time, the learners will be completing the assignment with some basic instructions and will be required to complete the pre- or post-lab questions.Letter Grade
A comprehensive end-of-course exam will be administered at the conclusion of the program to assess the students' overall understanding of the material.Grading
Grades will be available upon completion of all assignments, including lab exercises. Grading Scale: A: 89.5-100% B: 80-89.4% C: 70-79.4% D: 60-69.4% F: 50-59.4%Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Intermediate Level
⭐⭐ New to Outschool learners, use code DrLeePhDBi20 for $20 off your first class on Outschool. Let me know if you use this code :) ⭐⭐ Welcome to my honors high school biology class! We will cover basic topics of life science that are typically covered in first part of high school biology curriculum, including scientific methods, chemistry, biochemistry, cell biology, metabolism, mitosis/meiosis, and human genetics. This high school biology course is designed to give students a detailed understanding of the concepts that lead to success in other advanced courses, such as AP Biology and AP Environmental Science. ⭐If you miss the class, you can access all lecture recordings from the classroom page within 2-3 hours, so you can always watch the recorded videos. CLASS FORMAT: The lectures will be delivered via hand-written class notes and PowerPoint slides. The material of the class is intermediate. This course is suitable for those who like to get challenged on a daily basis. UPCOMING TOPICS: See syllabus OPTIONAL LAB EXERCISES: For each lab exercise, there will be demo/pre-lab with the teacher, and the following week will be lab exercises/lab reports/lab quiz. They will be completed outside of the class time. Lab Exercise 1: Enzymes and Lactose Intolerance https://www.sciencetakeout.com/product/enzymes-and-lactose-intolerance-group/ Lab Exercise 2: Cell Membranes: Diffusion and Osmosis https://www.sciencetakeout.com/product/cell-membranes-diffusion-and-osmosis-group/ Lab Exercise 3: Yeast Respiration https://www.sciencetakeout.com/product/yeast-respiration-group/ Lab Exercise 4: Plants in a Bottle: Photosynthesis and Respiration https://www.sciencetakeout.com/product/plants-in-a-bottle-photosynthesis-and-respiration-group/ Lab Exercise 5: Breast cancer risks https://www.sciencetakeout.com/product/breast-cancer-risk-factors-community-environmental-health-kit-group/
Learning Goals
For information regarding possible hands-on laboratory experiences, please contact the instructor for details.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)7 Units
20 Lessons
over 10 WeeksUnit 1: Introduction to science
Lesson 1:
Introduction to science
Understanding key components of the scientific method, including observation, hypothesis formation, experimentation, and data analysis. Emphasizing the practical application of the scientific method through hands-on experiments. 45 mins online live lesson
Unit 2: Basic & Life chemistry
Lesson 2:
Basic Chemistry
Exploring the fundamental concepts of atomic structure and the periodic table. Discussing elements and compounds, their properties, and the role of chemical bonds in biological systems. Introducing the chemical foundations of life, including the properties of water and the importance of organic molecules. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Water Chemistry
We will discuss emergent properties of water, including cohesion, adhesion, solubility, and pH 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Biochemistry and Macromolecules
Examining the major classes of biomolecules, such as carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.
Investigating the structure and function of these biomolecules in living organisms.
Relating the role of biomolecules to energy storage, cell structure, and genetic information.
How enzymes function in the cellular system 45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
We do not need any third-party tools for this class.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Occasionally, powerpoint slides will be used but students will not need to have access to PowerPoint slides - the teacher will provide them. I will write notes with the students.
Optional textbook:
Prentice Hall: Biology Student Edition (2nd Edition, 2007)
by Kenneth R. Miller (Author), Joseph S. Levine (Author)
https://www.amazon.com/Biology-California-Kenneth-R-Miller/dp/0132013525/ref=sr_1_17?crid=12VMIAPA265Z9&keywords=Miller+%26+Levine+Biology&qid=1676075402&sprefix=miller+%26+levine+biology%2Caps%2C119&sr=8-17
Joined July, 2022
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Doctoral Degree in Science from University of Wisconsin-Madison
I have received a bachelor's degree in microbiology (2014) and a PhD degree in molecular immunology (2021). I also worked at Yale University as a postdoctoral associate for a year (2022).
I have also served as a teaching assistant and lecturer in introductory biology and advanced biochemistry lecture. I have also tutored high school and AP biology for 10 years. Reviews
Live Group Course
$34
weekly or $339 for 20 classes2x per week, 10 weeks
45 min
Completed by 45 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-17
3-18 learners per class
