Biology
Dr. David Bush

Welcome to Online Biology

This high school Biology course will be investigated through a systemic approach that ties together the concepts of energy transformation, photosynthesis, heredity, natural selection, evolution, biotechnology, life processes, population dynamics, taxonomy and ecology.  This course will integrate scientific, laboratory and research processes as part of the conceptual development. 

Evaluation

The course grade will be determined by the combination of weighted points earned by homework and classroom assignments, labs, quizzes, tests, projects, and final exam.  Various forms of assessment will be utilized throughout the course.  The weight of each is listed below:

Tests: 40 %
Quizzes: 15 %
Labs/Projects: 15 %
Daily work: 10 %
Performance Final: 5 %
Final exam: 15 %

Topics

  1. Nature of Science
  2. Ecology
  3. Biochemistry
  4. Cell structure and movement
  5. Cell Energy
  6. Cell Division

Calendar (click here)

 

Disclaimer: This syllabus is a general outline for this course. However, due to unforeseen circumstances, this syllabus is subject to change at the teacher’s discretion.