Course Description
God's
creation of life leads us to marvel at his power and majesty. Close
study of this creation only causes this feeling of wonder to grow. Our
study of the findings of modern biological science never loses sight
of the truth of creation. Key
topics of our study include:
- The
Nature of Biology
- Ecology
- Biology
of the Cell
- Genetics
- A
Christian Study of Evolution
- Survey
of the Living World
- Introduction
to Human Anatomy and Physiology
Instructional
Materials
Bring
these things to class each day:
- textbook
- spiral
notebook
- interest
and enthusiasm
Grading
Grading
in biology is done on the points system. Each test, project or
assignment is worth a certain number of points.
- chapter
tests (100 pts.; We will often cover two chapters per test.)
- chapter
work
- end of chapter reviews (20 pts.)
- chapter quizzes (points vary, but usually 20-50 pts.)
- lab
work (points vary)
- semester
projects (points vary)
- details given in class, each semester there will be a number of
individual and group projects
- 90%+
of total points is an "A", 80-89% is a "B",
etc. Tests will always account for over half the quarter grade
- semester
grades are 40% for each quarter grade, and 20% semester exam
How
to Succeed in Biology
Here
are some wise words to help you get the most from your experience in
biology:
- take
thorough class notes
- read
the assigned textbook pages each day - supplement your notes from
your reading to make concepts clearer to you
- review
your notes daily- daily
review is much more effective than massive last minute study;
concentrate on terms, structures
and their functions, and major concepts
- be
an active participant in class; ask questions when something is
unclear to you; do assigned homework as soon as possible, this
will give you more time to ask questions or seek help
- don't
wait till the last minute on special projects
See
me for help ...
- before
school (after
7:45
a.m.
most days) in the science lab or the computer lab
- after
school till
4:15
p.m.
- by
appointment
- send
me an e-mail at rafaust@clhs-chawks.org
- AIM
- Agadobob
Course Policies
Late
Work
- Per the school handbook policy, you are entitled to one day of grace
for each day that you were absent with no penalty. Other late work is
docked 10% of the total assignment points. I won't pester you about
late assignments, take the responsibility to get them in promptly. Absences
- When you are absent, it is you responsibility to get the information
and assignment from that day. Use the calendar on this web site while
you are at home. Then verify assignments and copy notes when you
return. Remember, absences are the biggest obstacle to success in
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