High School Biology - Honors Class. (Sept - May )
This course covers a year of high school biology. It is a good stepping stone to AP Biology as it lays a strong foundation. Students interested in a career in the Life Sciences are highly recommended to enroll.
Cambridge Prep
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(206)
What's included
30 live meetings
25 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. 1. Notes and all the videos watched during class are provided before the class starts. 2. There is weekly homework which includes:- **Multiple-choice questions ** True or False questions and ** Short essays analyzing topics learned.Assessment
- Weekly Quizzes to reinforce the information taught during class.Grading
Grades will be available upon completion of all assignments and exams. 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
Beginner Level
Welcome to High School Biology. This course covers the biological topics that will help students enter the Life Science world. We include information that is relatable and important in real life. Students who finish a year can enroll successfully in Anatomy and Physiology or AP biology courses as they will have the fundamentals pre-requisite and a strong foundation. Weekly Breakdown *** FALL SEMESTER (14 WEEKS)*** Unit 1: Biology Foundations • Introduction to Biology • Water and its hydrogen bonds • Atoms, Elements, Molecules • Biological molecules - amino acids, fats, carbs, vitamins, and minerals. • pH, Acid and Bases Unit 2: Cells and Cell Organelles • Prokaryotes vs Eukaryotes • Basic Cell Structure • Cell Organelles • Plant cells vs Animal cells Unit 3: Energy and Trasport • Intro to metabolism- Anabolism Vs Catabolism • ATP (Adenosine triphosphate) • Enzymes • Passive and Active Transport • Cellular Respiration vs Photosynthesis Unit 4: Cell Reproduction and Division • Sexual vs Asexual reproduction • Chromosome structure • Cell cycle • Mitosis • Meiosis ***SPRING SEMESTER (16 WEEKS) *** Unit 5: Molecular Genetics • DNA structure and replication • RNA, Transcription and Translation • Protein synthesis • Biotechnology Unit 6: Classical Genetics • Intro to Heredity • Mendelian Laws of Genetics • Non-mendelian inheritance • Sex linkage and Pedigree Unit 7: Plant Biology • Seeds and Germination • Roots, Stems and Growth • Leaves and Photosynthesis • Cellular Respiration and Transpiration • Flower and Fruit Unit 8: Evolution • Evolution and Natural Selection • Variation in species • Phylogeny • Biodiversity Unit 9: Ecology • Intro to Ecology • Ecosystem and Biomes • Population Ecology • Community Genetics • Ecological Relationships • Trophic Levels • Biogeochemical Cycles
Learning Goals
Learning Goals
1. Prepare the student with a strong biology foundation
2. This is a great class for those interested in taking the AP biology exam
3. Take Anatomy and Physiology after this course as it helps one have a well-rounded biological experience.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)9 Units
30 Lessons
over 30 WeeksUnit 1: Biology Foundations
Lesson 1:
Introduction to Biology
- Importance of studying biology
- Scientific methods, experimental designs
- Biological Molecules, Elements and Atoms 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Biological molecules, Water and pH
- Carbs, Amino acids, Nucleic acids Fats, vitamins, and minerals
- Hydrogen bonds in water
- Why is water a universal solvent
- pH, Acids, and Bases 50 mins online live lesson
Unit 2: CELLS
Lesson 3:
Prokaryotes vs Eukaryotes
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Basic Cells Structure
50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
1. Biology Textbooks
a. MILLER LEVINE BIOLOGY 2019 STUDENT EDITION GRADE 9/10
b. Biology: A Self-Teaching Guide (Wiley Self Teaching Guides) Paperback – Illustrated, September 16, 2020
2. Khan Academy
3. Video from Youtube
* Parents are NOT required to buy any of these textbooks.
Joined January, 2019
4.9
206reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
This class is taught by a teacher with a bachelor's degree in Biology and a minor in chemistry.
She has taught AP biology, High school biology, and college classes. Reviews
Live Group Course
$20
weekly or $600 for 30 classes1x per week, 30 weeks
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
2-10 learners per class
