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MYP Course Outline - Biology

Level: 9
Course Title: Biology AB
Course Description:
The major purpose of this laboratory-based college preparatory course is to provide and understanding of basic biological concepts. The focus of the course is on hands-on participation in laboratory investigations and the development of critical thinking skills. Students will be required to write clear and coherent lab reports consisting of standardized report formats and using the critical thinking skills of analysis and synthesis. Their reading assignments will include textbook and supplemental materials. Biology AB meets the LAUSD high school biological science requirement and meets one year of the University of California "d" entrance requirement for lab science.
MYP Aims Addressed by this Course:
The aims of the teaching and study of sciences are to encourage and enable students to:

develop inquiring minds and curiosity about science and the natural world
acquire knowledge, conceptual understanding and skills to solve problems and make informed decisions in scientific and other contexts
develop skills of scientific inquiry to design and carry out scientific investigations and evaluate scientific evidence to draw conclusions
communicate scientific ideas, arguments and practical experiences accurately in a variety of ways
think analytically, critically and creatively to solve problems, judge arguments and make decisions in scientific and other contexts
appreciate the benefits and limitations of science and its application in technological developments
understand the international nature of science and the interdependence of science, technology and society, including the benefits, limitations and implications imposed by social, economic, political, environmental, cultural and ethical factors
demonstrate attitudes and develop values of honesty and respect for themselves, others, and their shared environment.

Time (weeks)	Instructional Units for the Year	Essential and/or Guiding Questions	Area of Interaction	Assessment
1	Biology Lab Preparation	What tools and methods do biologists use to solve problems?	Approaches to Learning	Standardized tests, Lab Practica, Free Response Essays, Lab Reports including: Metric Lab; S.I. Measurement Lab
2-3	Biochemistry	How does chemistry integrate with biology?	Homo faber	Standardized tests, Lab Practica, Free Response Essays, Lab Reports Including: Molecular Models; pH Lab; Enzyme Lab
2	Cells	How does cell structure relate to cell function?	Environment	Standardized tests, Lab Practica, Free Response Essays, Lab Reports Including: Microscope Lab; Osmosis Lab; Cell Lab (Eukaryote/Prokaryote Lab)
2-3	Cellular Energetics	How do cells obtain and transform energy?	Environment	Standardized tests, Lab Practica, Free Response Essays, Lab Reports Including: Photosynthesis Lab; Cellular Respiration Lab
4	Central Dogma	What is the structure and function of DNA?	Health & Social Education	Standardized tests, Lab Practica, Free Response Essays, Lab Reports Including: DNA Extraction Lab; Genetic Counselling Lab (Performance Task #3)
1	Genetic Engineering	How has our understanding of DNA changed modern technology	Homo faber	Standardized tests, Lab Practica, Free Response Essays, Lab Reports Including: Gel Electrophoresis Lab; Transformation Lab
3	Mendelian Genetics	How is genetic information transmitted from parent to offspring?	Health & Social Education	Standardized tests, Lab Practica, Free Response Essays, Lab Reports Including: Cell Slides Lab; Genetic Probability (Rabbit/Baby Face Lab); Pedigree Lab;
End of first semester
4	Evolution	How do populations change over time?	Environment	Standardized tests, Lab Practica, Free Response Essays, Lab Reports Including: Peppered Moth Lab; Bird Beak Lab; Homologous Structures Lab; Molecular Clock
2	Ecology	How are the biotic and abiotic factors interrelated in ecosystems?	Environment, Community and Service	Standardized tests, Lab Practica, Free Response Essays, Lab Reports Including: Biogeochemical cycles Activity; Climatograms; Deer Lab Activity; Easter Island Lab
1	Microbiology	How do bacteria and viruses reproduce and cause disease?	Health & Social Education	Standardized tests, Lab Practica, Free Response Essays, Lab Reports Including: Agar Lab
4	Human Anatomy/Physiology	How do human body systems interact to maintain homeostasis?	Homo faber	Standardized tests, Lab Practica, Free Response Essays, Lab Reports Including: Reflex Lab; Cardiovascular Capacity Lab; Lung Volume Lab; Contagion Lab; Dissection Labs
1	CST Review	What are the most successful test-taking strategies?	Approaches to Learning	Standardized tests, Checklists
1	Botany	How does the structure and function of plants relate to their role in ecosystems?	Environment	Standardized tests, Lab Practica, Free Response Essays, Lab Reports Including: Flower Dissection Lab; Germination Lab
1	Taxonomy	How does an organism's taxonomy show its relatedness to others?	Community & Service	Standardized tests, Lab Practica, Free Response Essays, Lab Reports Including: Group Power Point Presentation;
6	Culminating Project	How does what I learned in Biology relate to my life?	All 5 A of I	Oral Presentations, Major Report

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