463A Biology CP

Gr 11 | 6 Class Credits 1 Lab Credit | Year-Long | 6x per Cycle

Biology at the College Prep level is a conceptual, hands-on, intuitive, project-based treatment of the major themes of biology. Through the study of the human body, students learn about cell and molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, evolution, ecology, anatomy and physiology. Structured teacher support focuses on learning and the development of problem solving skills so students can build a basic understanding of biology. Experiments and group projects, involving collaborative work are core components of the course. Nightly homework and reading focuses on applying concepts learned in class, and laboratory reports. 

Essential Skills in the Biology CP Classroom

SKILL 1: Modeling and Visual Representation 

Students will be able to interpret or construct an effective model in a familiar context using all relevant biology content with the appropriate scaffolding and support.  

SKILL 2: Concept Description and Explanation

Students will be able to construct an explanation for a scientific phenomenon using all relevant biology content in familiar contexts with the appropriate scaffolding and support.

SKILL 3: Scientific Methods and Argumentation 

Students will be able to successfully follow all steps of the scientific method and communicate arguments that establish claims and use sufficient evidence and reasoning to support those claims with the appropriate scaffolding and support.  

SKILL 4: Data Gathering, Interpretation and Analysis

Students will be able to gather, graphically illustrate, analyze, and interpret data using all relevant biology content in familiar contexts with the appropriate scaffolding and support.