SC.912.L.16.10:AA/MC Evaluate the impact of biotechnology on the
individual, society and the environment, including medical and
ethical issues.
Tuesday, 2/28
CH 15.3 Notes
CH 15.4 Notes
SC.912.L.16.10:AA/MC Evaluate the impact of biotechnology on the
individual, society and the environment, including medical and
ethical issues.
HE.912.C.1.4: Analyze how heredity and family history can impact
personal health.
HE.912.C.1.8: Analyze strategies for prevention, detection, and
treatment of communicable and chronic diseases.
Monday, 2/27
CH 15.2 Notes
SC.912.L.16.10:AA/MC Evaluate the impact of biotechnology on the
individual, society and the environment, including medical and
ethical issues.
Friday, 2/24
CH 14 Test
Ch 15.1 Notes
SC.912.L.15.15: Describe how mutation and genetic recombination
increase genetic variation.
Thursday, 2/23
Quick Lab-Modeling Restrictor Enzymes p.405
CH 14 Assessment-#1-18.
CH 14 Test-Friday
SC.912.L.16.10:AA/MC Evaluate the impact of biotechnology on the
individual, society and the environment, including medical and
ethical issues.
HE.912.C.1.4: Analyze how heredity and family history can impact
personal health.
HE.912.C.1.8: Analyze strategies for prevention, detection, and
treatment of communicable and chronic diseases.
Wednesday, 2/22
14.2 Notes
14.3 Notes
HE.912.C.1.4: Analyze how heredity and family history can impact
personal health.
SC.912.L.14.6: Explain the significance of genetic factors,
environmental factors, and pathogenic agents to health from the
perspectives of both individual and public health.
SC.912.L.15.15: Describe how mutation and genetic recombination
increase genetic variation.
SC.912.L.16.4: Explain how mutations in the DNA sequence may or may
not result in phenotypic change. Explain how mutations in gametes
may result in phenotypic changes in offspring.
Tuesday, 2/21
CH 13 Test
14.1 Notes
SC.912.L.15.15: Describe how mutation and genetic recombination
increase genetic variation.
Friday, 2/17
CH 13.3 Mutations Notes
CH 13 Assessment #1-25.
CH 13 Test on Tuesday
SC.912.L.16.4: Explain how mutations in the DNA sequence may or may
not result in phenotypic change. Explain how mutations in gametes
may result in phenotypic changes in offspring.
SC.912.L.14.6: Explain the significance of genetic factors,
environmental factors, and pathogenic agents to health from the
perspectives of both individual and public health.
SC.912.L.15.15: Describe how mutation and genetic recombination
increase genetic variation.
SC.912.L.16.8: Explain the relationship between mutation, cell
cycle, and uncontrolled cell growth potentially resulting in cancer.
Thursday, 2/16
Finish CH 13.2 Notes
Protein Synthesis Lab p384
Review Protein Synthesis (Video)
SC.912.L.16.5: Explain the basic processes of transcription
and translation, and how they result in the expression of genes.
SC.912.L.16.9: Explain how and why the genetic code is
universal and is common to almost all organisms.
Wednesday, 2/15
CH 13.2 Ribosomes & Protein Synthesis Notes
Quick Lab p367
SC.912.L.16.5: Explain the basic processes of transcription
and translation, and how they result in the expression of genes.
SC.912.L.16.9: Explain how and why the genetic code is
universal and is common to almost all organisms.
Tuesday, 2/14
CH 12 Test
13.1 RNA Notes
SC.912.L.16.5: Explain the basic processes of transcription
and translation, and how they result in the expression of genes.
Bonus: Choc Twizzlers, Red Twizzlers, Small Gummy
Bears, Toothpickes, Colored Minature Marshmellows
Monday, 2/6
Review 12.1 handout & turn in.
Discuss CH 11 Test
HW-Genetic Vocabulary handout.
Friday, 2/3
Discuss 12.1
12.2 Handout.
SC.912.L.16.3: Describe the basic process of DNA replication
and how it relates to the transmission and conservation of the
genetic information. (AA/MC)
SC.912.L.14.3: AA/MC Compare
and contrast the general structures of plant and animal cells.
Compare and contrast the general structures of prokaryotic and
eukaryotic cells.
Thursday, 2/2
CH 11 Test
Read 12.1 & take notes
SC.912.L.16.3: Describe the basic process of DNA replication
and how it relates to the transmission and conservation of the
genetic information. (AA/MC)
SC.912.L.16.16: -Describe the process of meiosis, including
independent assortment and crossing over. Explain how reduction
division results in the formation of haploid gametes or spores.
SC.912.L.16.17: AA/MC -Compare and contrast mitosis and meiosis and
relate to the processes of sexual and asexual reproduction and their
consequences for genetic variation.
Tuesday, 1/31
Read 11.3 & 11.3 Handout.
Multiple Allele Punnett Squares.
SC.912.L.16.2: Discuss observed inheritance patterns caused by
various modes of inheritance, including dominant, recessive,
codominant, sex-linked, polygenic, and multiple alleles.
Monday, 1/30
Review 11.2
Simple Genetic Practice.
Read p.317-8 and complete 11.2 handout (#10-27).
HW-Dihybrid cross.
SC.912.L.16.1: Use Mendel's laws of segregation and independent
assortment to analyze patterns of inheritance. AA/MC
Friday, 1/27
Return graded work.
Finish Class Variation.
Discuss 11.2-page313-316.
SC.912.L.16.1: Use Mendel's laws of segregation and independent
assortment to analyze patterns of inheritance. AA/MC
Thursday, 1/26
Review 11.1 & finish notes.
Class Variation Quick Lab-page311.
SC.912.L.16.1: Use Mendel's laws of segregation and independent
assortment to analyze patterns of inheritance. AA/MC
Wednesday, 1/25
Read 11.1 & take notes.
Tuesday, 1/24
Discussed Mid Term Exam Questions.
Friday, 1/20
Final exam for period 1
Period Order: Normal bell schedule
Turn-in Review Packet & passes.
HW-Read CH 8.1-pages226-227. Complete Section Review
on page 228.
SC.912.L.16.16: -Describe the process of meiosis, including
independent assortment and crossing over. Explain how reduction
division results in the formation of haploid gametes or spores.
SC.912.L.16.17: AA/MC -Compare and contrast mitosis and meiosis and
relate to the processes of sexual and asexual reproduction and their
consequences for genetic variation.
Monday, 1/9
EOC Vocabulary Index Cards-write assigned word on front &
EOC definitions on back. Use Sunshine State Standards
handout-vocabulary at the end. Teacher will assign
vocabulary already studied.
SC.912.L.16.17: AA/MC -Compare and contrast mitosis and meiosis and
relate to the processes of sexual and asexual reproduction and their
consequences for genetic variation.
Friday, 1/6
Standards handout signed & Bonus Slides due.
Unit 3 Test. Postponed until we study 11.4
Meiosis
Read 11.4 (page 323-326) Meiosis
Complete Flipchart on handouts provided. Finish for
HW.
SC.912.L.16.16: -Describe the process of meiosis, including
independent assortment and crossing over. Explain how reduction
division results in the formation of haploid gametes or spores.
SC.912.L.16.17: AA/MC -Compare and contrast mitosis and meiosis and
relate to the processes of sexual and asexual reproduction and their
consequences for genetic variation.
Biology Performance Matters Data-highlight standards we have
learned in class (see overhead). If you scored less
than 50% for any standard, mark them for remediation.
Bonus-create a PowerPoint or other creative project for the
standards you need to remediate over Winter Break.
5pts/standard (include graphic, standard, example
w/explanation).
SC.912.L.16.14: -Describe the cell cycle, including the process of
mitosis. Explain the role of mitosis in the formation of new cells
and its importance in maintaining chromosome number during asexual
reproduction.
MA.912.S.3.2- Collect data sets and create visual summaries.
SC.912.L.14.2-
Explain the role of cell membranes as a highly selective barrier
(passive and active transport).
SC.912.L.14.2- SC.912.L.14.2- Passive transport and active transport as related to
the cell membrane.
Explain the role of cell membranes as a highly selective barrier
(passive and active transport).
Monday, 11/28
Set up Turnitin Accounts at
www.turnitin.com & discuss plagiarism.
Use class Id below and password: bulldog
HW-Save Coral Reef Research Paper to Turnitin. If you
have more than 10% material found in other sources, this is too
much. You must reword your research into your own words!!!
Password: bulldog
HW-Rewrite paper if more than 10% is plagiarized and resubmit.
SC.912.L.14.3- Structures of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells
SC.912.L.14.2- Passive transport and active transport as related to
the cell membrane
Friday, 11/18
If you did not start Compound Microscope Lab-complete
Virtual
Microscope Lab. Complete all procedures and handout.
SC.912.L.14.4- Compare & contrast the function and types of
microscopes
Tuesday, 11/15
CH 5/6 Test.
Microscope Introduction.
SC.912.L.14.1- relate the history & development of cell theory
SC.912.L.14.4- Compare & contrast the function and types of
microscopes.
SC.912.L.14.3- Structures of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
SC.912.L.17.8:
Recognize the consequences of the losses of biodiversity due to
catastrophic events, climate changes, human activity, and the
introduction of invasive, non-native species.
Wednesday 11/9
Review CH 5 Notes
Oh Deer Game-collect data. Graph and write results.
Use good biology vocabulary so you know why we played this game.
SC.912.L.17.5-Analyze how population size is determined by births,
deaths, immigration, emigration, & limiting factors (biotic &
abiotic) that determines carrying capacity.
You can watch videos, attend 1:1 help
sessions on Thursdays from 2-4PM or attend online live help session
on Tuesday from 7-8PM (get link from above website). Bonus for
attending online or afternoon help session.
SC.912.L.17.8:
Recognize the consequences of the losses of biodiversity due to
catastrophic events, climate changes, human activity, and the
introduction of invasive, non-native species.
Monday, 11/7
Turn in CH 4 Assessment
Take CH 3 & 4 Test
Are you struggling with concepts in Biology
Class?
You can watch videos, attend 1:1 help
sessions on Thursdays from 2-4PM or attend online live help session
on Tuesday from 7-8PM (get link from above website). Bonus for
attending online or afternoon help session.
SC.912.L.17.11-evaluate the costs of benefits of renewable &
nonrenewable resources such as water, energy, fossil fuels,
wildlife, and forests.
Friday 11/4
Take & discuss CH 5.1 & 5.2 Notes.
Study for Unit 2 Test on Tuesday-CH 3-6.
HW-Complete CH 4 Assessment-Q1-6, 14-19, 27-32.
CH 3 & 4 Test on Monday
Are you struggling with concepts in Biology
Class?
You can watch videos, attend 1:1 help
sessions on Thursdays from 2-4PM or attend online live help session
on Tuesday from 7-8PM (get link from above website). Bonus for
attending online or afternoon help session.
SC.912.L.17.5-Analyze how population size is determined by births,
deaths, immigration, emigration, & limiting factors (biotic &
abiotic) that determines carrying capacity.
Thursday 11/3
Take & discuss CH 4.3 Succession Notes
Take & discuss 4.5 Aquatic Ecosystems Notes
SC.912.L.17.2-explain
the general distribution of life in aquatic systems as a function of
chemistry, geography, light, depth, salinity, and temperature.
Wednesday 11/2
Review HW (C & N Cycles).
Discuss and take CH 4.1 Climate Notes.
Complete CH 3 Assessment 1-24.
SC.912.L.17.4-describe changes in ecosystems resulting from seasonal
variations, climate change, and succession
SC.912.L.18.11-Collect the role of enzymes as catalysts that lower
the activation energy of biochemical reactions. Identify
factors such as pH & temperatures and their effect on enzyme
activity.
Work on
Ecology
Project.pdf-due Monday, 10/31(Paper
can be more than 2 pages-just no more than 2 pages on
bio/diseases of coral. Info that follows can be on
additional pages).
Coral Reef
Ecology Rubric.pdf
SC.912.L.17.9-Use a food web to identify and distinguish producers,
consumers, and decomposers. Explain the pathway of energy transfer
through trophic levels and the reduction of available energy at
successive trophic levels
Monday, 10/24
Teacher Workday
Work on
Ecology
Project.pdf-due Monday, 10/31(Paper can be more than 2
pages-just no more than 2 pages on bio/diseases of coral.
Info that follows can be on additional pages.
Coral Reef
Ecology Rubric.pdf
SC.912.L.18.11-Collect the role of enzymes as catalysts that lower
the activation energy of biochemical reactions. Identify
factors such as pH & temperatures and their effect on enzyme
activity.
Thursday, 10/13
Finish pH Lab
Discuss 2.3
Complete p56-7 Assessment Q18-24
Create CH 2 Vocabulary Cards-due on Tuesday
SC.912.L.18.1-Describe the basic molecular structures & primary
functions of the 4 major categories of biological macromolecules.
SC.912.L.18.12-discuss special properties of water that contribute
to Earth's suitability as an environment for life: cohesion,
ability to moderate temperature, expansion upon freezing, &
versatility as a solvent.
SC.912.N.3.1-explain that a scientific theory is the culmination of
many scientific investigations drawing together all the current
evidence concerning a substantial range of phenomena; thus a
scientific theory represents the most powerful explanation
scientists have to offer.
Tuesday 9/27
Catch up day for complete labs.
Study for Metric Measurement Test-use notes & labs
SC.912.N.2.2-identify which questions can be answered through
science & which questions are outside the boundaries of scientific
investigation. such as questions addressed by other ways of knowing,
such as art, philosophy, and religion.
HW-periods 3 & 5-Read CH 1.3 & take notes on notebook paper.
HW- Complete 1.3 Assessment on clean NB paper. Answer in
complete sentences.
Measurement Test is moved to Wednesday.
SC.912.N.3.4-recognize that theories do not become laws, nor do laws
become theories; theories are well-supported explanations and laws
are well-supported descriptions.
SC.912.N.2.1-Identify what is
science; what clearly is not science, and what superficially
resembles science (but falls short to meet the criteria).
SC.912.N.2.1: Identify what is science, what clearly is not science,
and what superficially resembles science (but fails to meet the
criteria for science).
SC.912.N.2.2: Identify which questions can be answered through
science and which questions are outside the boundaries of scientific
investigation, such as questions addressed by other ways of knowing,
such as art, philosophy, and religion.
SC.912.N.3.1: Explain that a scientific theory is the culmination of
many scientific investigations drawing together all the current
evidence concerning a substantial range of phenomena; thus, a
scientific theory represents the most powerful explanation
scientists have to offer.
SC.912.N.3.4: Recognize that theories do not become laws, nor do
laws become theories; theories are well supported explanations and
laws are well supported descriptions.
Type Pillbug Lab Report with all steps of Scientific Method.
Print. (if you cannot print-get parent note and email to
yourself).
SC.912.N.1.3: Recognize that the strength or usefulness of a
scientific claim is evaluated through scientific argumentation,
which depends on critical and logical thinking, and the active
consideration of alternative scientific explanations to explain the
data presented.
SC.912.N.1.4: Identify sources of information and assess their
reliability according to the strict standards of scientific
investigation.
SC.912.N.1.6: Describe how scientific inferences are drawn from
scientific observations and provide examples from the content being
studied.
Friday 9/2
Finalize procedures for Pillbug Lab.
Perform experiment and record observations on data table
(Trials, Control Group, & Experimental Group).
Thursday 9/1
Record problem, 3 research topics, IV, DV, and controls for
Pillbug Lab.
Write detailed procedures for Pillbug experiment.
Research Ethology, Pillbugs, and your IV. Find one
article on each topic, print, read, & highlight. Due
Friday.
Define a problem based on a specific body of knowledge, for example:
biology, chemistry, physics, and earth/space science, and do the
following:
1. pose questions about the natural world,
2. conduct systematic observations,
3. examine books and other sources of information to see what is
already known,
4. review what is known in light of empirical evidence,
5. plan investigations,
6. use tools to gather, analyze, and interpret data (this includes
the use of measurement in metric and other systems, and also the
generation and interpretation of graphical representations of data,
including data tables and graphs),
7. pose answers, explanations, or descriptions of events,
8. generate explanations that explicate or describe natural
phenomena (inferences),
9. use appropriate evidence and reasoning to justify these
explanations to others,
10. communicate results of scientific investigations, and
11. evaluate the merits of the explanations produced by others.
Monday 8/29
Reviewed lessons from last week with sub.
Demonstrated Safety Equipment in lab.
Friday 8/26
1.
Safety Test
3.
Read, highlight, and complete “Presenting Data”. Finish for
HW.