Honors Biology I

About the Course

Honors Biology I is designed to focus on students’ in depth analysis the concepts, principles, and properties of Life and Living Systems. Students will not only learn new information about many topics, but they will also learn how to approach new information from an analytical, scientific manner. Some of the concepts covered in this course will include, classifications of cells & life, cellular structure & reproduction, genetics, evolution, plants & animals, as well as other many other topics. Although these concepts may appear intimidating at this time, they will be broken down into smaller pieces that will make them easier to understand. I invite every student to listen, learn from, and participate in the classroom activities and discussions on these different topics. From your participation, everyone will gain a better understanding of each concept.

Course Syllabus

The course syllabus will outline the schedule, assigned materials, grading and expectations for Honors Biology I. The course schedule is subject to change.

Download the course Syllabus

Weekly Schedule

Monday, May 13th

Topics/Activities:
- Notes on Reptiles & Birds w/ Note Outline
- Hand Out Fish Dissection & Frog Dissection Packets
Homework:
- Read the Fish Dissection Packet for Tomorrow

Tuesday, May 14th

Topics/Activities:
- Fish Dissection Pre-Lab Quiz
- Fish Dissection
Homework:
- Read Frog Dissection Packet for Tomorrow

Wednesday, May 15th

Topics/Activities:
- Frog Dissection Pre-Lab Quiz
- Frog Dissection Day #1
Homework:
- Study for Frog Practical

Thursday, May 16th

Topics/Activities:
- Frog Dissection Day #2
Homework:
- Study for Frog Practical

Friday, May 17th

Topics/Activities:
- Frog Dissection Practical
- Review for Final Exam
Homework:
- Study for Final Exam
- 4th Quarter Notebooks are Due on Tuesday

Lecture Notes

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