IB Biology
This two-year course, granting 1 credit each year, emphasizes the experimental nature of science and the scientific method, as well as the content of a typical introductory college biology course. Students will plan and conduct experiments and learn various lab techniques, organize and analyze data, and make valid conclusions based upon this data.
Prerequisite (classes you must take first): None
Grades: 11-12
Certifications/Awards Offered: Students who earn an IB Diploma will receive a special stole to be worn at graduation (see picture below).
College Credit: The college you attend will determine the amount of college credit you receive based on your IB score.
Length of class: 2 Years
Credit: 2.0 (1.0 credit per year)
Important Class Projects
Students will participate in a Group 4 project, which is a collaboration among IB science classes to present research on a topic of global importance.
Furthermore, students in IB Biology prepare for the IB exams at the end of the second year, as well as complete IA's (Internal Assessments) throughout the two years that will impact their overall IB score.
Who should take this class?
Students who are interested in a challenging class that will prepare them for college. IB classes are also perfect for students who would like to earn college credit while they are in high school!
This course is ideal for any student who is interested in a healthcare or biology career.
Other Info you should know
This is a two-year course - you earn one credit at the end of each year. You will receive an overall IB score based on material you submit to be graded by IB during these two years, as well as taking an IB exam at the end of the 2nd year. The college you attend will determine the amount of college credit you receive based on your IB score.
This class also provides weighted credit (for example, a 4.0 earned will actually count as a 4.6 for your GPA). This can give you an advantage as successfully completing the class will increase your GPA more than non-weighted classes.
