Biology

Unit 1: Introduction to Biology

• Slides: Scientific Method presentation (slides 7-42)

• HW: "About Me" Google Form 

• HW: Alka-Seltzer Lab 

• HW: Scientific Method Lab Report Template 

• Template: Group/Class Data and Results for Alka Seltzer Lab (*Use this template to create your data table and graph for your lab report*)

Unit 2: Biochemistry

• Slides: Biochemistry presentation 

• Guided Notes: Unit 2 Guided Notes (paper copy given in class)

• Classwork/HW: Modeling Macromolecules (paper copy given in class)

• Classwork/HW: Nutrition Label Reading Practice

• HW: Enzyme Pre-Lab Form 

• Classwork/HW: Enzymatic Activity Lab  

• Classwork/HW: Unit 2 - Biochemistry Study Guide 

• HW: Biochemistry Vocabulary 

• Classwork: Unit 2 Cumulative Test (in-class)

• Test Corrections for Unit 2

Unit 3: Homeostasis

• Slides: Homeostasis presentation 

• Guided Notes: Cell Membrane model (paper)

• Classwork/HW: Cell Membrane Model Lab 

• Unit 3 Quiz 1: Cell Membrane Structure and Function (taken in class - if you are absent, you must reschedule with me before taking the quiz!)

• Classwork/HW: Strange But True: Drinking Water Can Kill You 

• Guided Notes: Cell Transport and Tonicity 

• Classwork/HW: Osmosis Lab 

• 2024 Fall Egg Lab Data 

• HW: Homeostasis Lab Report *This will be counted as a test/summative grade!*

• Classwork: Unit 3 cumulative test (in class)

Unit 4: Introduction to Cells

• Classwork/HW: Assignment: Reflection on Final Course Evaluation and Credit Guidelines *Be sure to click on your class tab at the top of the page to see the due dates!*

• Classwork/HW: Gizmo - Cell Organelles

• Classwork: Mystery Cell Model Activity 

• Homework: Parts of a Microscope 

• Unit 4 Quiz 1: Cell Organelles (taken in class - if you are absent, you must reschedule with me before taking the quiz!)

• Classwork: Microscopy Lab 

• Homework: Virus Explorer - a Case Study of the Coronavirus 

• Unit 4 Study Guide (not for a grade)

• Classwork: Unit 4 Cumulative test (in class)

• Cell Portfolio Project (parts will be due at the dates specified in the document throughout the trimester)

• Test Corrections for Unit 4 Cells Test

Unit 5: Cellular Energy

• Slides: Cell Energy presentation 

• Guided Notes: Cell Energy Guided Notes (not for a grade)

• Pacing Guide for Unit 5 (includes assessment dates)

• Classwork: ATP/ADP Cycle Activity (complete for homework if did not finish)

• Homework: Edpuzzle on Photosynthesis in Detail

• Classwork/HW: Readings and Diagrams Worksheet for Light Dependent and Calvin Cycle stages

• Unit 5 Quiz 1: ADP/ATP Cycle and Photosynthesis Basics (taken in class; please reschedule if you are absent)

• Homework: Edpuzzle on Cellular Respiration

• Classwork: Bromothymol Blue Lab

• Homework: Diagram/Questions on Cellular Respiration

• Classwork/Homework: Anerobic Respiration (aka Barf Bag) Lab 

• Unit 5 Study Guide (not for a grade - complete before test and ask clarifying questions on test day)

• Classwork: Unit 5 Cumulative test (in class)

• Cell Portfolio Project (Part 2 rough draft submission)

• Test Corrections for Unit 5 Energy Test

Unit 6: Cell Division

• Slides: Cell Division presentation 

• Guided Notes: Cell Division guided notes (not for a grade - paper copies given in class)

• Pacing Guide for Unit 6 

• Homework: Mitosis Choice Board (complete one of the choices)

• Classwork: Exploring Mitosis Using Microscopy 

• Classwork: Modeling the Cell Cycle and Mitosis 

• Homework: Virtual Lab: The Cell Cycle and Cancer 

• Unit 6 Study Guide (not for a grade - check Google Classroom for answer key)

• Classwork: Unit 6 Cumulative test (in class)

Unit 7: DNA and Biotechnology

• Slides: DNA and Biotechnology presentation 

• Guided Notes: DNA and Biotech guided notes (not for a grade - paper copies given in class)

• Pacing Guide for Unit 7 

• Classwork/Homework: Modeling DNA Structure (model and analysis questions)

• Homework: Edpuzzle on Protein Synthesis

• Classwork: Unit 7 Quiz 1 (DNA/RNA Structure/Function and DNA Replication) 

• Homework: DNA Simulation 

• Homework: Biotechnology Article Review  

• Classwork: DNA Extraction Lab 

• Study Guide 

• Classwork: Unit 7 Cumulative test (in class)

Unit 8: Heredity

• Slides: Heredity presentation 

• Guided Notes: Heredity guided notes (not for a grade - paper copies given in class)

• Pacing Guide for Unit 8 

• Classwork: Introduction to Meiosis 

• Classwork: Mendelian Genetics Practice 

• Classwork/Homework: Complex Non-Mendelian Genetics Practice (fill in answers on google form)

• Unit 8 Study Guide (not for a grade - answer key will be posted on Google Classroom)

• Classwork: Unit 8 Cumulative test (in class)

• Test Corrections for Unit 8 Heredity test

Unit 9: Evolution

• Slides: Evolution presentation 

• Guided Notes: Evolution guided notes (not for a grade - paper copies given in class)

• Pacing Guide for Unit 9

• Homework: Edpuzzle video by HHMI on Darwin's Finches 

• Classwork/Homework: Battle of the Beaks activity 

• Classwork: Is It Natural Selection? 

• Classwork: Unit 9 Quiz 1 (Natural selection and mechanisms of evolution)

• Classwork/Homework: Article Study: Evidence of Evolution 

Unit 10: Ecology

• Slides: Ecology presentation 

• Guided Notes: Ecology guided notes (not for a grade - paper copies given in class)

• Pacing Guide for Unit 10 

• Classwork/Homework: Response Sheet - Carbon Cycle Board Game 

• Classwork: Units 9-10 Cumulative test (in class) *please note that you will not be provided the opportunity to do test corrections for this test!*