Course Description
Course Description
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The Grade 8 Enhanced Curriculum focuses on Biology integrated with the other fields of sciences (e.g. Physics, Chemistry, Integrated Science, etc.), in line with the DepEd MATATAG curriculum. This course explores the diverse forms and life processes of unicellular and multicellular organisms through biological themes anchored to the characteristics of life as guideposts. This approach simplifies and integrates the varied and complicated web of biological information into a more unified and meaningful pattern of study. By highlighting the interconnectedness of living systems, the program puts an emphasis on Green Education, fostering environmental awareness, sustainability, and care for all forms of life. The lessons will equip the students with biological knowledge, skills, and attitudes to better understand the role of biology in their lives. These will enable them to properly address environmental situations that confront them daily. The ultimate goal of this course is to instill the value of the dignity of the human person and their role as stewards of God’s creation.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course, the students are expected to:
explain the connections among the different biological processes (competence);
demonstrate scientific skills and right attitudes (competence and conscience);
relate scientific knowledge with the ability to make a moral stand on bioethical issues and social impacts of biotechnology (competence, compassion, and Christ-centeredness);
respond to God’s call to preserve and sustain life and its environment (competence, commitment, compassion, Christ-centeredness, conscience);
describe the integration of biology with the other fields of sciences (Integrated Science, Chemistry, Physics) (competence);
cultivate skills that enable learners to assess specific societal problems aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs);
apply the methods of science on the development of a research project proposal directed to solving societal and environmental issues (competence,compassion, and commitment); and
demonstrate the proper laboratory skills necessary in scientific experimentation (commitment, competence)
LESSONS (Regular)
LESSONS (Regular)
FIRST TERM (August to October)*
FIRST TERM (August to October)*
1 - Nature of Science (NOS)
2 - The Study of Biology
Scientific Skills and Attitudes Towards Learning Biology
Biology: Its Definition and Applications
Branches of Biology
Careers in Biology by the Filipino Biologists
Characteristics of Living Organisms
3 - Bioethics
4 - Tools and Techniques of biologists
MOS: Measurements
Physical Quantities and SI Units
Accuracy and Precision
Significant Figures & Scientific Notation
Operations Involving Measurements
Unit Conversion Using Dimensional Analysis
Microscopy
Properties of Microscopy
Types of Microscope
Parts of a Compound Light Microscope
Theme 1: Organisms are Made up of Cells
5 - Chemical Basis of Life
Inorganic Compounds
Water
Vitamins and Minerals
Organic Compounds
Carbohydrates
Lipids
Proteins
6 - The Cell 1
The Cell Theory
Cell Structures
Domains of Life
7 - The Methods of Science (MOS)
Types of Variables
Types of Hypotheses
Data Presentation
8 - Science Research (SciRe) 1
SECOND TERM (November to February)*
SECOND TERM (November to February)*
9 - Science Research (SciRe) 2
Theme 1: Organisms are Made up of Cells (Cont.)
10 - The Cell 2
Cell Transport
Cellular Energetics
Photosynthesis
Cellular Respiration
Theme 2: Organisms Grow, Develop and Reproduce
11 - MOS: Organization of Living Matter
12 - Cell Cycle
13 - Digestive System
14 - Respiratory and Circulatory System
15 - Reproductive System
Plants
Humans
Green Education: Mushroom-azing
THIRD TERM (February to April)*
THIRD TERM (February to April)*
16 - Science Research (SciRe) 3
Theme 2: Organisms Grow, Develop and Reproduce (Cont.)
17 - Genetics
Nucleic Acids and Chromosomes
Molecular Genetics
Genetics of Inheritance
Laws of Inheritance
Mendelian Genetics
Non-Mendelian Genetics
Theme 3: Organisms Adjust to their Environment
18 - Evolution
19 - Classification of Organisms
Dichotomous Key
Green Education: ADMU Trash Classification
Taxonomy
20 - Ecology
*Schedule and modules could be subject to change
LESSONS (advanced)
LESSONS (advanced)
FIRST TERM (August to October)*
FIRST TERM (August to October)*
1 - Nature of Science (NOS)
2 - The Study of Biology
Scientific Skills and Attitudes Towards Learning Biology
Biology: Its Definition and Applications
Branches of Biology
Careers in Biology by the Filipino Biologists
Characteristics of Living Organisms
3 - Bioethics
4 - Tools and Techniques of biologists
MOS: Measurements
Physical Quantities and SI Units
Accuracy and Precision
Significant Figures & Scientific Notation
Operations Involving Measurements
Unit Conversion Using Dimensional Analysis
Microscopy
Properties of Microscopy
Types of Microscope
Parts of a Compound Light Microscope
Aseptic Technique
Theme 1: Organisms are Made up of Cells
5 - Chemical Basis of Life
Inorganic Compounds
Water
Vitamins and Minerals
Organic Compounds
Carbohydrates
Lipids
Proteins
6 - The Cell 1
The Cell Theory
Cell Structures
Domains of Life
7 - The Methods of Science (MOS)
Introduction to Statistics
Types of Variables
Types of Hypotheses
Data Presentation
8 - Science Research (SciRe) 1
SECOND TERM (November to February)*
SECOND TERM (November to February)*
9 - Science Research (SciRe) 2
Theme 1: Organisms are Made up of Cells (Cont.)
10 - The Cell 2
Cell Transport
Cellular Energetics
Photosynthesis
Cellular Respiration
Green Education: Constructing A Terrarium
Theme 2: Organisms Grow, Develop and Reproduce
11 - MOS: Organization of Living Matter
12 - Cell Cycle
13 - Digestive System
14 - Respiratory and Circulatory System
15 - Reproductive System
Plants
Humans
Green Education: Mushroom-azing
THIRD TERM (February to April)*
THIRD TERM (February to April)*
16 - Science Research (SciRe) 3
Theme 2: Organisms Grow, Develop and Reproduce (Cont.)
17 - Genetics
Nucleic Acids and Chromosomes
Molecular Genetics
Genetics of Inheritance
Laws of Inheritance
Mendelian Genetics
Non-Mendelian Genetics
Theme 3: Organisms Respond to Stimuli
18 - Plant Tropism
19 - Nervous System
20 - Endocrine System
Theme 4: Organisms Adjust to their Environment
21 - Evolution
Theory
Mechanisms
Patterns
22 - Classification of Organisms
Dichotomous Key
Green Education: ADMU Trash Classification
Taxonomy
23 - Ecology
24 - Green Education: Aquaponics
*Schedule and modules could be subject to change
Materials
Materials
TEXTBOOK / REFERENCES
TEXTBOOK / REFERENCES
Ateneo Junior High School Biology Worktext-Portfolio with Science Research Module Guides and Samples Compilation 2025 Edition. Ateneo de Manila University Press.
STUDENT KIT
STUDENT KIT
pencil
pencil eraser
Science notebook
blue or black pen
green or any other colored pen
Orions ruler
correction tape/ fluid (optional)
size 1 and 4 pad paper
graphing paper
scientific calculator
BIOLOGY LABORATORY KIT
BIOLOGY LABORATORY KIT
Orions ruler (1)
500 mL dishwashing liquid (1)
250 mL hand soap (1)
500 mL rubbing alcohol (1)
small rags (2)
permanent, narrow-tipped markers (2)
masking tape (1)
laboratory apron and goggles (1 per student)
Assessment Tasks (REGular)
Assessment Tasks (REGular)
FIRST TERM
FIRST TERM
Assessment Task 1: Onsite Test (9%)
Assessment Task 1.1 Nature of Science (NOS)
Assessment Task 1.2 Study of Biology
Assessment Task 1.3 Bioethics Case Study
Assessment Task 1.4 Measurements
Assessment Task 1.5 Inorganic Compounds
Assessment Task 1.6 Science Research (SciRe)
Assessment Task 2: Onsite Drills/Exercises (6%)
Assessment Task 2.1 Nature of Science (NOS)
Assessment Task 2.2 Measurements
Assessment Task 2.3 Table Construction
Assessment Task 2.4 Graph Construction
Assessment Task 2.5 SciRe Topic Proposal
Assessment Task 3: Online Submissions (5%)
Assessment Task 3.1 Characteristics of Living Organisms
Assessment Task 3.2 Filipino Biologists
Assessment Task 3.3 Bioethics Case Study
Assessment Task 3.4 Gizmos: Cell Structure
Assessment Task 3.5 Gizmos: Cell Types
Assessment Task 4: Lab Performance (5%)
Assessment Task 4.1 LAB: Yogurt Making
Assessment Task 4.2 LAB: E-xploring the Microscopic World
Assessment Task 4.3 LAB: Eats Giving
Assessment Task 4.4 LAB: Let's Take A Cell-fie
Assessment Task 4.5 LAB: Minecraft Animal Cell Tour
Assessment Task 4.6 LAB: Let It Grow
Assessment Task 5: Lab Report (15%)
Assessment Task 5.1 LAB: Yogurt Making
Assessment Task 5.2 LAB: E-xploring the Microscopic World
Assessment Task 5.3 LAB: Eats Giving
Assessment Task 5.4 LAB: Let's Take A Cell-fie
Assessment Task 5.5 LAB: Minecraft Animal Cell Tour
Assessment Task 5.6 LAB: Let It Grow
Assessment Task 6: Green Education (20%)
Assessment Task 6.1 SciRe Topic Proposal
Assessment Task 7: Long Tests (20%)
Assessment Task 7.1 Organic Compounds, The Cell
Assessment Task 7.2 Methods of Science (MOS)
Assessment Task 8: Periodical Exam (15%)
Assessment Task 9: Others (5%)
Assessment Task 9.1 Worktext-Portfolio
Assessment Task 9.2 Performance Report Form
Assessment Task 9.3 Lab Contract
SECOND TERM
SECOND TERM
to follow*
THIRD TERM
THIRD TERM
to follow*
NOTE: The Assessment Tasks are not necessarily in chronological order and could have varying deadlines.
Updated as of August 7, 2025
Assessment Tasks (Advanced)
Assessment Tasks (Advanced)
FIRST TERM
FIRST TERM
Assessment Task 1: Onsite Test (9%)
Assessment Task 1.1 Nature of Science (NOS)
Assessment Task 1.2 Study of Biology
Assessment Task 1.3 Bioethics Oral Exam
Assessment Task 1.4 Measurements
Assessment Task 1.5 Inorganic Compounds
Assessment Task 1.6 Science Research (SciRe)
Assessment Task 2: Onsite Drills/Exercises (6%)
Assessment Task 2.1 Nature of Science (NOS)
Assessment Task 2.2 Bioethics Case Study
Assessment Task 2.3 Measurements
Assessment Task 2.4 Statistics
Assessment Task 2.5 Table Construction
Assessment Task 2.6 Graph Construction
Assessment Task 2.7 SciRe Topic Proposal
Assessment Task 3: Online Submissions (5%)
Assessment Task 3.1 Characteristics of Living Organisms
Assessment Task 3.2 Filipino Biologists
Assessment Task 3.3 Bioethics Case Study
Assessment Task 3.4 Gizmos: Cell Structure
Assessment Task 3.5 Worksheet: Statistics
Assessment Task 4: Lab Performance (5%)
Assessment Task 4.1 LAB: Kimchi Making
Assessment Task 4.2 LAB: E-xploring the Microscopic World
Assessment Task 4.3 LAB: Eats Giving
Assessment Task 4.4 LAB: Digestion of Starch
Assessment Task 4.5 LAB: Let's Take A Cell-fie
Assessment Task 4.6 LAB: Minecraft Animal Cell Tour
Assessment Task 4.7 LAB: Let It Grow
Assessment Task 5: Lab Report (15%)
Assessment Task 5.1 LAB: Kimchi Making
Assessment Task 5.2 LAB: E-xploring the Microscopic World
Assessment Task 5.3 LAB: Eats Giving
Assessment Task 5.4 LAB: Digestion of Starch
Assessment Task 5.5 LAB: Let's Take A Cell-fie
Assessment Task 5.6 LAB: Minecraft Animal Cell Tour
Assessment Task 5.7 LAB: Let It Grow
Assessment Task 6: Green Education (20%)
Assessment Task 6.1 SciRe Topic Proposal
Assessment Task 7: Long Tests (20%)
Assessment Task 7.1 Organic Compounds, The Cell
Assessment Task 7.2 Methods of Science (MOS)
Assessment Task 8: Periodical Exam (15%)
Assessment Task 9: Others (5%)
Assessment Task 9.1 Worktext-Portfolio
Assessment Task 9.2 Performance Report Form
Assessment Task 9.3 Lab Contract
SECOND TERM
SECOND TERM
to follow*
THIRD TERM
THIRD TERM
to follow*
NOTE: The Assessment Tasks are not necessarily in chronological order and could have varying deadlines.
Updated as of August 7, 2025
periodical exam top 5 scorers (REGular)
periodical exam top 5 scorers (REGular)
FIRST TERM
FIRST TERM
Top scorers are listed in alphabetical order
SECOND TERM
SECOND TERM
Top scorers are listed in alphabetical order
periodical exam top 5 scorers (Advanced)
periodical exam top 5 scorers (Advanced)
FIRST TERM
FIRST TERM
Top scorers are listed in alphabetical order
SECOND TERM
SECOND TERM
Top scorers are listed in alphabetical order
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