COURSE DESCRIPTION
The students will study concepts relating to biology in our environment. The curriculum includes major topics such as biochemistry, cells, human body systems, genetics, and plants. Students will be given opportunities to analyze and evaluate these topics and how they relate to one another. Lessons are designed using a best practice model that includes scaffolding, vocabulary, guided practice, independent practice, and written response opportunities for students to synthesize and evaluate topics. New York Learning Standards and unit alignment were utilized in building this curriculum, as well as the Common Core Literacy Standards in the History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects.
CHAPTERS
Ch.1 - Introduction and Scientific Method
What is Biology?
The Scientific Method
Measurement and the Microscope
The Compound Light Microscope Lab
Introduction and Scientific Method Test
Ch.2 - Biochemistry
Organic Compounds
Enzymes
The Life Functions
Biochemistry Test
Ch.3 - Cells
Introduction to Cells
Organelles
Transport Across the Cell Membrane
Cellular Organization
Cell Test
Ch.4 - Dynamic Equilibrium (Homeostasis)
The Digestive System
The Respiratory System
The Excretory System
The Circulatory System
The Immune System
The Nervous System
The Endocrine System
The Muscular and Skeletal Systems
Human Body Systems Test
Ch.5 - Reproduction and Development
Sexual vs. Asexual Reproduction
The Female Reproductive System
The Male Reproductive System
Fertilization and Development
Cell Reproduction: Mitosis
Mitosis Lab
Cell Reproduction: Meiosis
Reproduction and Development Test
Ch.6 - Genetics
Mendelian Genetics
Chromosomes
Genetic Disorders
DNA Structure and History
DNA Replication
Protein Synthesis and Mutations
Biotechnology
DNA Fingerprinting
Cloning
Genetics Test
Research Project: Biotechnology
Ch.7 - Evolution
The Theory of Evolution
Darwin and Natural Selection
Competition and Extinction
Evolution Test
Ch.8 - Plants
Introduction to Plants
Photosynthesis vs. Cellular Respiration
Plant Test
Ch.9 - Ecology
Introduction to Ecology
Nutrition & Energy Flow
Populations & Relationships
Biogeochemical Cycles
Stability & Succession
Ecology Test
Ch.10 - Human Impacts
Human Effects on the Environment
Solutions to Human Impacts
Human Impacts Test
