Life Science: Biology Self Contained

Topics:

1. Experimental Design​

2. Microscopes

3. Life Processes​

4. Biochemistry​

5. Cells and Cell Transport​

6. Photosynthesis and Respiration​

7. Cell Division​

8. Genetics​

9. Evolution​

10. Ecology and Human Impact​

11. Body Systems​

Grading:

60% Major Assignments (including tests, projects, larger assignments)       

40% Minor Assignments (including quizzes, worksheets, etc.)

Labs 15% (State Labs 2 x) 

Quiz 15%

Daily Do Nows/HW/Participation 10%

Course Requirements:

• Students must have a final average of 65 to receive a science credit.
• Students must achieve a minimum of 65 on the Life Science: Biology Regents Exam.

• Students must complete a minimum of 1200 minutes of laboratory experience with satisfactory written reports for each investigation to take the Regents exam. Students must complete the three state labs to sit for the Regents exam.

• Labs are appropriately differentiated and modified to ensure student success