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Welcome to Biology 30
Think. Attempt. Learn. Succeed.
Teaching Methods
It will be important and also expected that multiple teaching methods will be used in a science class. There will be lectures, demonstrations, as well as multimedia sources being used. You as students will experience both individual and group work throughout the year. The use of various computer programs can be expected from you as well. The overall teaching method will be determined and modified upon further review of your needs.
Topics of Study
Unit
A Nervous and Endocrine Systems
(~ 18 Classes)
Topic Objectives
This unit examines the biological processes that mediate the interactions between humans and their environment to maintain equilibrium. The nervous system contributes to homeostasis through its response to internal and external stimuli. Endocrine glands help to maintain homeostasis through the hormones they release into the blood. A study of the interactions between the nervous and endocrine systems leads to an examination of the functioning of the central and peripheral nervous systems and their ability to sense the environment and respond to it. This unit investigates the human reproductive system as a representative mammalian system responsible for propagating the organism and perpetuating the species. The processes associated with human reproduction and development, as well as the regulation of these processes by hormones, are reviewed. The influence of environmental factors on embryonic and fetal development is examined, as are various reproductive technologies. This unit examines the two types of cell division, mitosis and meiosis. Students learn about chromosomal behaviour during cell division and expand their knowledge of chromosomes by studying classical genetics. Classical genetics is further extended to a molecular level by exploring the basic structure of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA), its role in protein synthesis and the impact of mutation. Population change over time can be examined through a study of population genetics (Hardy-Weinberg principle) and population growth. Both of these can be expressed quantitatively. Individual members of populations interact with each other as well as with members of other populations, which can have an impact on the populations involved. Communities are a sum of all the different populations living together. Communities may change over time as a result of natural or artificial events.
Goal setting, Healthy environment, Success for all!
Evaluation/Assessment
Evaluation per Reporting Period Unit Exams Assignments, Quizzes, Projects Labs 60% 25% 15% Final Course Evaluation Average of Reporting Periods 50% Diploma Exam 50% Thursday January 24 9:00-11:00am
Check-ups and Quizzes are held within each unit and a final unit exam after each unit. Not all work handed in will be used in determining students average. A units grad will be weighted based on the number of days required for that unit
Course Materials
Nelson Biology Alberta 20/30 (bring with you every class!!!...just incase) Lined, graph, and blank paper 2 inch binder (recommendation is to use a binder as hand outs will be given) Writing utensil, Scientific Calculator, Coloured Pencils Something to hold your hair back while working in lab
Extra Help
If you are unsure of something ask! I am here for you!! Take the time to ask me questions or set up an appointment to get extra help. Use the website as much as possible as it is updated frequently and checked often. There are many other resources at your disposal when a situation like this arises and I encourage you to use them all. You should ask at least 2 other classmates before approaching me with a question. The ideal time to ask a question is during work time, at the end of class, during lunch, or after school.
Rules
1. Be respectful of yourself, others, and the staff
This means no cheating or copying or using others work as your own, no name calling, no teasing, allow others to work, level of voice should be appropriate, no swearing, encourage others, help others, listen to instructions, allow both sides to express their opinion, no phones, ipods, or other mp3 or digital devices unless teacher directed.
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