Biology
White Station High School
Instructor: Mr. Michael Piantedosi
Room Number: M208
e-mail: piantedosim@scsk12.org
Tutoring Hours: TBD
REQUIRED SUPPLIES
Multiple
Pens or Pencils
(2)
200 page composition books
Small
scissors
Glue
Sticks
1
ream of copy paper
1
zipper pouch for supplies
School
Issued Textbook
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Biology is
devoted to the study of living things and their processes. Throughout the year
this course provides and opportunity for students to develop scientific process
skills, laboratory techniques, and an understanding of the fundamental
principles of living organisms. Students will explore biological science as a
process, cell structure and function, genetics and heredity, organism classification,
diversity of living organisms and their ecological roles, and an introduction
to animal structure and function. An end of course test (EOC) will be
administered in May, which covers objectives for both semesters. A significant
amount of studying must be completed at home to allow time for discussion,
labs, and inquiry during class time.
Classroom
Expectations:
•Students are expected to be in their seat and ready
when the bell rings. We will have Bellwork EVERYDAY.
•Materials (pen, pencil, composition book, and
supply pouch) must be brought to class each day. If you do not bring needed
materials to class you will be sent to your locker to get them and will also receive
a tardy if you are not in the room when the bell rings.
•The room must be clean at the end of the period
before leaving. Common courtesy dictates that any and all paper trash, gum
wrappers, and food related items make it to a trashcan
•Treat everyone with respect, I will do the same
•Follow the instructions given by teacher the first
time you are asked to do so, it makes our lives easier.
•All school rules will be followed as stated in the
student handbook.
Objectives/Goals:
•Teach students practical scientific skills, which
they can use to investigate, study and explain the world around them.
•Give students a deeper understanding of the how
biology impacts their daily lives.
•For each student to achieve understanding of
Tennessee State Standards for High School Biology.
•To encourage the spirit of scientific investigation
and with it the attitudes of accuracy in thought and work.
ACADEMIC
INTEGRITY
“Academic misconduct includes but is not limited to,
cheating, plagiarism, collusion, falsifying academic records, and any act
designed to give an unfair academic advantage to the student...”
Students
will show respect for others in the classroom and will not use cell phones or
other electronic media unless asked to by the instructor. In addition, a
student who disrupts instruction will lose participation points for the
day/week.
ATTENDANCE
Attendance matters! Students cannot expect to do
their best in class if they do not attend and participate. Students with valid
reasons for absence (see PS-22) are responsible “for
providing reasonable advance notification and appropriate documentation of the
reason for the absence” and “for making up examinations, obtaining lecture
notes, and otherwise compensating for what may have been missed.” Teachers
“will assist those students who have valid reasons,” but some in-class
activities are extremely difficult to make up.
DESCRIPTION OF GRADING
Grades will be calculated on the standard SCS
scale and will not be rounded up:
93 - 100 = A
85 - 92 = B
75 -84 = C
70 - 74 = D
00 - 59 = F
LATE ASSIGNMENTS
Homework will still be graded
if it is submitted late. Quizzes and other classroom activities will be made up if
you miss them. If you have a valid excuse that is documented, the instructor
will then assist you in making up the assignment. (see Shelby County
attendance policy)
If you are going to be absent
on the day that an assignment is due, you are still responsible for turning it
in on (or before) the scheduled due date. I will not grade work turned in after
the due date and time, unless you have made arrangements with me in advance or you provide valid documentation for your absence (see SCS
policy).
CONFERENCES
You will be
required to discuss your work with me in one or more conferences. I also look forward to speaking
to your parents/guardians so we can work together to ensure we grow
academically while learning Biology.
COURSE SCHEDULE
(subject to change)
Introduction
Week
1 Getting to know you Introduction activities.
Review of classroom expectations. Classroom expectations quiz. Review of course
schedule and topics.
Week
2 CLE 3210.2.2 Analyze and interpret
population data, graphs, or diagrams. (M&M method lab) Analyze a human
population distribution graphs to predict the impact on global resources,
society, and the economy .Introduction of the Scientific Method
Week
3 We will investigate an outdoor habitat to
identify the abiotic and biotic factors, plant and animal populations, producers,
consumers, and decomposers. Continuation of the Scientific Method.
Week
4 CLE 3210 Inq. 4 To apply qualitative and
quantitative measures to analyze data and draw conclusions that are free of
bias. Understanding the process of simple scientific investigations. Continuation
of the Scientific Method.
Week
5 CLE 3210.2.1 Investigate how the
dynamic equilibrium of an ecological community is associated with interactions
among its organisms. CLE 3210.3.1 Analyze the
flow of energy through an ecosystem.
Week
6 CLE 3210.3.4 Describe the events which occur during the major biochemical
cycles.
Construct models of the
carbon, oxygen, nitrogen, phosphorous, and water cycles.
Week
7 Predict how a specific
environmental change may lead to the extinction of a particular species. Explain
how human activities can directly impact ecosystems both positively and
negatively.
Week
8 CLE 3210.5.4 Summarize the supporting
evidence for the theory of evolution. Explain how natural selection operates in
the development of a new species. Associate fossil data with biological and
geological changes in the environment.
Week
9 Biochemical Cycles (review)
http://www.lessonplansinc.com/lessonplans/biogeochemical_cycles_study_guide.pdf
Scientific
Argumentation in Biology by the NSTA Press
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