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AP Environmental ScienceFollow the link above APES students General Materials for TPHS Science StudentsWhat science class should I take at TPHS?Science Pathways.pdfState of California Biology standards and released questions Biology FALL semester materials DNA,transcription, translation video lesson Khan Academy photosynthesis respiration shuffle color.pdf Genetics review You Tube video (Khan Academy) Need help come see Mr.B at lunch or after school or check the TPHS tutoring schedule for science tutoring!!!! Check this link for the TPHS tutoring schedule Tutoring 2011-12.pdf Biology Semester I final exam review sheet.pdf
Biology FALL Calendar 2012 HTML version Biology Calendar FALL 2012 PDF version Fall Biology Study GuidesFall Semester Ip Pages
Meiosis web actvity 2012 bodas.pdf DNA chromosome inheritance activity (use with page 52 of the Study Guide) or you can actually download the Macromedia Flash Program here--> GeneticsTour.exe photosynthesis respiration practice quiz.pdf
Biotechnology related animation links (below) gel electrophoresis Univeristy of Utah Recombinanat DNA flash animation recombinant DNA video You Tube PCR Polymerase Chain Reaction animation Biology SPRING semester materialsBiology Spring 2013 syllabus bodas.pdf pdf format Biology Second Semester Syllabus html format Biology Spring PowerpointsBiology Study Guide Pages SPRING (these are the same pages in your packet)Spring IP Workbook PagesBiology Semester II Final Exam review sheet.pdf
Endocrine system practice quiz and video guide.pdf
Downloadable lessons/activities pdf format Ben Tassinari... Fare thee well!!!
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Contact
Information/Extra help: Should
a student or parent need to contact me for any reason I can be reached
by phone @ 755-0125 ext. 2210.
I also have voicemail available, so a message can be left 24
hours a day. I generally
reply to voicemail messages within a day or two.
I can also be reached via school email
(my email address is as follows: (
brian.bodas@sduhsd.net
) Also, I’m generally
available for extra help during lunch in room 29.
Essentially every day, I am available for help after school
from 2:30 –5:00. Other
times for additional help may be arranged by the student, as
long as an appointment is scheduled with and agreed upon by the
instructor. Grading: Grading is based on a total points accumulated from tests, quizzes, labs, homework, projects, class work, and any extra credit. Grading is based on a slightly modified percentage scale as follows: A 100-90%, B 89-80%, C 79-70%, D 69-60%, F below 60%. In general, there is a test or quiz every four to six class meetings, covering a specific chapter or unit. Tests and quizzes account for about 70% of the total points possible, labs projects, and homework account for the remaining 30% of the points. In addition, approximately 20 points of extra credit may be earned each semester. However, there is a limit on extra credit, which cannot exceed more than 2.5% of the total number of points at the end of the semester, regardless of how much extra credit work is done. Students are responsible for keeping a grade record sheet of their scores on tests, quizzes, homework, etc. Therefore, every student can calculate his or her grade at any time in the semester by simply dividing his or her accumulated points by the total points possible. Computerized progress reports will be issued for the quarter and semester grades and at various other periods in the semester. I am also willing to issue progress reports on an individual basis as requested by students or parents given adequate notice (typically a day or two). Notebooks: Every
student is expected to keep a biology notebook.
The notebook can be a separate three-ring binder, or simply a
section in a binder. The
notebook should contain the grade record sheet, as well as any work
that has been handed back. The
notebook should be neat, organized, and should indicative of work that
shows a high degree of effort. I
may ask to see your notebook at anytime, and award a point based grade
for the notebook. Additionally,
the notebook will be used to determine cases of borderline grades at
the end of each semester. For
example, say a student’s grade is 79.2% at the end of the semester,
then I would ask you to hand in your notebook for consideration for
the higher grade. If the
notebook is organized, shows effort, thought, and the majority of
assignments are complete, then the student would receive the higher
letter grade. Notebooks
are also valuable study tools, so keep your notebook organized and up
to date. Homework
Expectations/Department Expectations
Torrey
Pines Biology is a fast paced, comprehensive course that is closely
aligned to the California State Science Content Standards and the
standards set by the San Dieguito Union High School District.
The San Dieguito Union High School District Standards far
exceed the basic life science standards set by the state of
California. This is a result of the fact that the Biology course is a
UC/CSU approved laboratory science. This approval dictates the rigor,
depth, breadth and pace
of the course. The UC/CSU guidelines recommend this course be
taught at the 10th grade level for most students. The
Torrey Pines High School
science department recommends that for 9th graders to be
successful in the science sequence, 9th graders should have
strong academic backgrounds and should have earned all A’s in Middle
School science courses. Students must learn a core of knowledge as well as laboratory techniques, and they must apply these using the processes of analysis and deductive reasoning. For this reason, students that are used to memorizing all the facts in a particular unit may still find this a challenging course as they are frequently asked on tests to analyze an experimental design and graphs of data within the context of questions that require them to apply their knowledge. All teachers of Biology are in close communication and follow the same sequence of chapters and use the same core questions on tests. This has resulted in a consistent approach and rate through the course, regardless of instructor. All biology teachers are using the 2006 editon of Prentice Hall Biology by Joseph Levine and Kenneth Miller.
Students entering Biology are expected to complete a
minimum 45 minutes a night of homework, 5 nights a week.
This consists of reading, completing workbook pages, lab
reports and exam preparation. Students entering Biology are expected
to have graphing and graph reading skills and well established study
habits. It is assumed that students come to Biology with a strong core
of knowledge in the life sciences as they have completed a one year
Life Science course during middle school (the State Content Standard
for 7th grade science).
The Biology instructors at TP work closely with one
another to ensure a strong, coordinated curriculum with consistent
expectations and grading policies. All Biology classes grade students
on an approximate breakdown where approximately 70% of the grade is
based on tests and quizzes and about 30% of the grade is based on labs
and homework. All
teachers of Biology have agreed upon a uniform standard of extra
credit as well. Extra credit cannot exceed 2 ½ percent of the total
grade.
Homework
Expectations: Torrey Pines Biology is a fast paced, comprehensive course that is closely aligned to the California State Science Content Standards and the standards set by the San Dieguito Union High School District. The San Dieguito Union High School District Standards far exceed the basic life science standards set by the state of California. This is a result of the fact that the Biology course is a UC/CSU approved laboratory science. This approval dictates the rigor, depth, breadth and pace of the course. The UC/CSU guidelines recommend this course be taught at the 10th grade level for most students. The Torrey Pines High School science department recommends that for 9th graders to be successful in the science sequence, 9th graders should have strong academic backgrounds and should have earned all A’s in Middle School science courses.Students must learn a core of knowledge as well as laboratory techniques, and they must apply these using the processes of analysis and deductive reasoning. For this reason, students that are used to memorizing all the facts in a particular unit may still find this a challenging course as they are frequently asked on tests to analyze an experimental design and graphs of data within the context of questions that require them to apply their knowledStudents entering Biology are expected to complete a minimum 45 minutes a night of homework, 5 nights a week. This consists of reading, completing workbook pages, lab reports and exam preparation. Students entering Biology are expected to have graphing and graph reading skills and well established study habits. It is assumed that students come to Biology with a strong core of knowledge in the life sciences as they have completed a one year Life Science course during middle school (the State Content Standard for 7th grade science).Academic
Honesty: Every student is expected to complete her or his own work. During tests and quizzes, any type of suspicious behavior may result in a student automatically failing the test or quiz. Glancing at another person’s, talking, exposed notes, etc. may disqualify a student from the test whether or not any assistance was gained. Copying homework, double marking answers on tests, discussing specific test questions between periods and plagiarizing material are all considered cheating. Students that choose to violate this policy will receive a zero for that test or assignment, and may be referred to the vice-principal for punishment under the Torrey Pines academic honesty policy. Repeated offenses may result in a student failing the class. In short, do your own work, keep your eyes on your paper, and there will be no problems. You are here to learn! Engaging in cheating subverts the purpose of education- learning. Cheating really only serves to hurt one’s own education and future in the end. General Classroom Procedures
Turning
in assignments/ Late work / Make-up work Check the monthly planner for when and what
assignments are due. When
you come to class, check the daily agenda for any changes or additions
that have been made to the monthly calendar.
Any labs, homework, projects, etc. are due in the collection
box when the tardy bell rings (Unless the daily agenda says
otherwise). Sometimes, I
may ask you to keep your homework at your seat, where I will come
around to check/stamp it. Otherwise,
if your homework is not in the box when the tardy bell rings it is
late, and 25% will be
deducted from the assignment. Late
work is accepted, but it is penalized 25%
per school day late.
If
the graded homework has been handed back or we go over the homework
answers as a class or the homework is more than four school days late,
then the assignment receives no
credit. Make up
work including in class assignments, labs, and tests may be made up
given the student has and excused
absence. All make-up work
should be completed within a
week of the excused absence.
Work missed as a result of unexcused absences or truancies
cannot be made up and the student will receive no credit for the
assignment(s). I may on
occasion, give pop quizzes on the homework or reading material that
was assigned the previous class.
These quizzes may be in lieu of checking the actual homework
itself, and the quizzes may allow students to use their homework on
the quiz. General
Class Rules: 1. Carefully listen to and follow the directions of the teacher 2. Be in the classroom when the bell rings 3. Bring required materials and books to class every day 4. Respect others’ property and personal space 5. Always put your best effort into your work 6.
Raise your hand if you wish to address the teacher or class 7. No cell phones or Ipods/mp3 players are to be used in class!!! 1st choice to disobey rules Verbal warning issued to student with check by
name in role book. 2nd choice to disobey rules Student stays after class talks with teacher. 3rd choice to disobey rules Student stays after class to talk to the teacher and must write a one-page paper about the rule he or she broke to be presented the following class. The paper must include three components- 1. The student will identify the rule he or she chose not to follow , and explain why he or she broke the rule. 2. The student will explain how his or her behavior effects the rest of the class. 3. The student will provide 3 positive actions/examples which demonstrate the individual student following the rules properly. Detention with the instructor or school supervised detention will be issued. Also, the teacher may provide an alternate assignment. 4th choice to disobey rules Half-hour of detention after school, and the student will call his or her parents from class, explaining his or her behavior and the rule(s) he or she broke, and how their choice to not follow the rules negatively effects the learning environment of the class. Also, the student will likely be given an alternate assignment . 5th
choice to disobey rules Student is issued a referral and sent to the vice-principal, as well as, additional parent contact/conference.
Biology is a fascinating and awe-inspiring subject incorporating many scientific disciplines . In this class, we will take a fantastic journey together. We will learn about topics such as the molecules of life, genetics, evolutionary theory, ecology, biodiversity, chaparral plants, aquatic invertebrates, human anatomy, human physiology, pseudoscience, molecular biology, the human genome, the scientific method, cellular biology, and many other interesting topics that will arise in our scientific endeavor. In studying biology, it is important that one has a healthy degree of skepticism, yet is open to new ideas. It is important that, as biologists, we rely on the scientific method to guide and substantiate our experiments, carefully collecting and analyzing data. Yet, at the same time, it is important that we keep our appreciation and sense of wonder for all of the amazing organisms, processes, and inter-relationships that are found throughout the vast world of biology. Like many undertakings in life, you will find that you will get out of this class whatever you put into it. I, as a teacher, cannot force you as a student to learn anything. Much or your success in this class will come from your own individual desire to learn, to understand the living world around you and how it works. As the instructor, I will try to make biology interesting, understandable, engaging, and thought provoking, while focusing on the content standards of the class. Your job, as a student, is to follow the guidelines and rules I have outlined, as well as, do your best work and continue to develop your sense of wonder and life-long love of learning. Additional
Resources: The website for the biology textbook with supplemental resources such as practice quizzes, interactive games, relevant science links, and current events. Prentice Hall Biology Textbook Hyperlink
Authors of (Prentice Hall Dragonfly) text companion site Podcasts of Biology Textbook Chapters Peer tutoring center- Located in the media center, the peer tutoring center pairs subject specific tutors with students that need additional help. My teacher web site contains powerpoint presentations which supplement the text. The powerpoints cover both semesters and can be accessed from any computer with an internet connection. The web addresses are as follows: Semester II (spring Powerpoints) TOPIC SCHEDULE Semester 1 Topic Schedule: What is science?/ Scientific
Methodology/ Distinguishing Pseudoscience
Basic chemistry / Organic Molecules / pH /
Enzymes Cell theory / Plasma Membrane / Cell
organelles Prokaryotic & Eukaryotic Cells /
Protists Cellular Transport & Mitosis Photosynthesis & Respiration DNA structure/ Mutations / Transcription
& Translation Meiosis & Mitosis Genetics Evolutionary Theory / Mechanisms of
Evolution / Natural Selection Classification
/ Taxonomy Semester II Topic Schedule Viruses / Bacteria
Biotechnology & Genetic
Engineering
Human Genome
Comparative Animal Anatomy
Human
Musculo-skeletal System
The Digestive System & Nutrition
The Endocrine System & Hormones
Reproduction & Development
The Respiratory & Circulatory
System
The Immune System
The Nervous System
Plant
Diversity/Structure/Reproduction
Biomes & Communities
Ecology
/ Cycles / Biotic and Abiotic Factors Population Ecology |
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