Carly McCalla - carlym@school-one.org
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Unit 1: Introduction to Biology
Slides: Scientific Method presentation (slides 7-42)
HW: Alka-Seltzer Lab
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
Classwork/HW: Enzymatic Activity Lab
Classwork/HW: Unit 2 - Biochemistry Study Guide
Classwork: Unit 2 Cumulative Test (in-class)
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
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
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
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)
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
Guided Notes: DNA and Biotech guided notes (not for a grade - paper copies given in class)
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
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)
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)
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)
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!*