Designed for
Students who're taking Biology in school and would like to improve their knowledge
Level
All levels
Class format
One-on-one and small group (Max. 7 students/class)
Class Introduction
In this course, students will preview the major topics that they will see in their high schoolbiology class, from the chemistry of life to cellular processes to evolution and ecology. Students will explore the topics through readings, group work, inquiry-based activities, and notes. Within each topic, we will be doing online labs that will allow students to work on the skills that they need to be successful in high school laboratory classes.
Outcome
After completing the course, students are expected to reach the following goals:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the core principles of biology
- Apply the scientific method, including:
- Observe a phenomenon
- Develop a hypothesis
- Design an appropriate experiment
- Collect data
- Analyze and interpret data
- Collaborate with partners to solve problems
- Think critically about new situations by using existing scientific knowledge
Course Content
| Lesson | Topics |
| 1 | The Chemistry of Life |
| 2 | Ecology |
| 3 | Cell Structure and Function Part 1 |
| 4 | Cell Structure and Function Part 2 |
| 5 | Photosynthesis |
| 6 | Cellular Respiration |
| 7 | Cell Growth and Division |
| 8 | Introduction to Genetics |
| 9 | DNA and RNA |
| 10 | Evolution |
Feedback
Students and their parents will receive brief feedback after each class, via Teachworks, regarding the student’s general participation in class. Students will also receive feedback on graded assignments via email. At the end of the course, the student will receive a final report card, which thoroughly speaks to their overall participation in the course, including major assignments.
