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Biology: 2009-2010

Biology: 2009-2010. Ms. Keffeler Room 316 Open Period: Period 1 Mr. Dykstra Room 317 Open Period: Period 2

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Biology: 2009-2010

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  1. Biology: 2009-2010 • Ms. Keffeler Room 316 Open Period: Period 1 • Mr. Dykstra Room 317 Open Period: Period 2 • Welcome to Riggs for this school year. Hopefully, you will find this school year rewarding and enjoyable. Biology is a class that we will try for you to enjoy and possibly not only retain some of our curriculum, but be able to use some of our information in your coming years. • CourseOverview • Biology is the study of all living things(plants/animals/protists/fungi) and is divided into two semesters. Each semester is worth 1/2 credit with students required to earn 1 full credit for graduation. If either semester is not successfully completed, the student will need to reach a passing grade.

  2. The first semester of biology is primarily devoted to the fundamentals of biology, the cell, viruses/bacteria, ecology, plants, classification and biotechnology. Animals along with protists and fungi will make up the second semester. It is the intent of this course to not only give students an introductory background into biology, but to also give the student biological knowledge to use in their daily lives, whatever his/her occupation.

  3. StudentExpectations • Students in biology are expected to do the following: • Follow procedures as outlined in the student handbook. • Remain SEATED and WORK until the bell rings to dismiss class • If you are not in your seat by the time the bell rings you will be counted tardy! • 175 days X 4 minutes = 700 min./60 = 11.6 hrs. of lost time • Bring all necessary materials to class. • Blue, black, orpencil on exams. • Hand in assignments on time. NO LATE WORK IS ACCEPTED. • assignments given PRIOR to the absence are expected upon return. • assignments given on day(s) absent follow the handbook policy • SKIPS result in NO CREDIT, including tests.

  4. Follow all instructions, when given, the first time. • Gum only in class, which must remain in the mouth; not under desks. • NO visitors; you are here to get an education. • Do your own work. Copying, etc. will not be accepted. • Writing on desks will be sanded off at end of year; carving will result in fines. • You will treat subs with the utmost respect. • Obviously, not every situation can be covered by this syllabus. It is at the teacher’s discretion what will dictate any situation, provided that school policy is followed. Any questions will be referred to the administration.

  5. StudentEvaluation • Grading is always difficult.Until a newer or more efficient system is utilized, students are evaluated on the following: • Chapter worksheets(standardized), unannounced quizzes, labs(includes both participation and completion of lab), video worksheets, and the ultimate favorite, tests. Both standardized and teacher-written tests will be used. The school grading scale will be used. Please refer to the student handbook if you are unfamiliar with this scale. • Some extra credit may be offered throughout the school year. • Attendance and attitude are vital. If you’re not willing to do the work nor be in school, your grade will reflect it. YIP, student senate, etc. DOES NOT excuse you from tests and labs. Other assignments will be your choice. • SEMESTER TESTS are in every class; the test will be worth 20% of total grade in EVERY CLASS.

  6. Suggestions • You need to keep current and study. This course is very detailed and waiting until the night before a test is not wise. This ties in with attendance. Taking a cruise next winter is not a good idea. • Do your own homework. Although the majority of your grade will be determined by your test scores, you can only do well on tests if you do your own work.

  7. BreakdownforGrading • Point system: points accumulated/points possible. • Standardized worksheets: 5 points/page; graded in class. • Short quizzes: 1-10 points. Every chapter or as necessary. • Labs: 15-25 points; this may/may not include the participation grade. • TESTS: majority of grade; combination of standardized/teacher-written; usually between 55-65 questions and up to 80+ points.

  8. Lastly, but certainly not least, HAVE A GOOD YEAR!!! • On a scale of 1-10, how well do you like most science classes? • A. 02 B. 3-5 C. 6-8 D. 9-10 • What is your favorite part of the school day? • A. a particular class B. lunch C. study hall D. dismissal • How do you feel you learn the best? (May be a combination of these.) • A. reading B. lecture C. activity D. video • On the average, how much do you study for an exam in a class? • A. 0-30 minutes B. 30-45 minutes C. 45-60 minutes D. over 1 hr. • Do you have any idea of what your future occupation might be?

  9. Tentative ScheduleFirst Semester Second Semester • Unit 1: Foundations of Biology Unit 6: Fungi/Protists 44 Pages 84 Pages • Unit 5: Ecology Unit 8: Invertebrates 70 Pages 84 Pages • Unit 4: History/Classification Unit 9: Vertebrates 18 Pages 90 Pages Unit 2: Cell Biology 72 Pages Unit 3: Genetics and Biotechnology 74 Pages

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