Biology

Instructor: Ms. Brown

Email: mjbrown@ohsd.edu
Phone Number: 123-4567 ext. 89
Office Hours: Available by appointment
(Please see me after class to
set up an appointment)
Website: biologyrocks.com
Username: Bio Password: DNA
Welcome to Ms. Browns Biology Class
There are many biological issues facing us today, and it increases everyday
through the lack of knowledge our young people have about the basics of biological
sciences. In this class, you will learn the fundamentals of biology, real life applications,
and issues our society are facing today. You will be learning by problem solving, inquiry,
scientific skills, laboratory techniques, presentation skills, teamwork, class discussions,
and scientific writing. I am excited to have you all in my class this year!

My goal is to inspire, motivate, and provide a safe and fun learning environment!

First Term - introduction of biology, biochemistry, cells, immunology, and

photosynthesis/cellular respiration

Second Term - Growth and Development, DNA and protein synthesis,

genetics/genetic engineering, the diversity of life (evolution), and ecology

Recommended Materials

3-ringed Binder
Spiral Notebook (College Ruled)
Pen, pencil, and colored pencils
Highlighters (3 different colors)
Graph paper/lined paper
Manual pencil sharpener
Pencil pouch for everything
above
Ruler
Classwork
There will be regular homework assignments, projects, and lab reports throughout
the semester. In addition, it is recommended for students to review class notes on a
nightly basis.

Late work: I am only allowing 5 assignments to be turned in late with no penalty. No

penalty is given when the assignment is turned in the following school day and can only be
used on one assignment at a time.

Passes will be stamped when shown to the teacher

Passes cannot be used if lost or misplaced
Late passes cannot be used on projects, papers, or lab
reports
Cannot be used for extra credit assignments

Cheating: is NOT ACCEPTABLE in this class will result in a zero on the assignment, a
written referral for academic dishonesty, and an academic dishonesty contract. (Refer to the
Academic Honesty Policy passed out on Day 1)

Test and Quizzes : will be announced in advance so students will have time to review
notes and study

*Note: If student is absent for an exam or quiz, they will either take the exam or quiz
the day they return to class. If a student has prior knowledge of an absence (i.e.
doctors appointment, vacation, etc.) student can take the exam or quiz before
hand.

Grading
93 - 100% A
Grading will be based on this 89 - 92 A-
grading scale 87 - 88 B+
83 - 86 B
79 - 82 B-
77 - 78 C+
73 - 76 C
69 - 72 C-
67 - 68 D+
63 - 66 D
60 - 62 D-
0 - 59 F
Attendance and Make Up Work
Attendance is mandatory!!

Attendance: is mandatory! If absent, a note is needed from a parent to qualify as an

excused absence. Too many absences will result in deduction of points, a letter home from the
teacher, then from the school, and finally from the school district.

Please do not miss class!

Make Up Work: can be used when illness or emergency occurs. Not knowing that the
assignment was due will not constitute an opportunity for make up work.

Please keep checking the website for a list of your assignments and due dates.

Tardies: a student is tardy when they are not in their seat and ready to work by
the time the bell rings.

Offense #1 Warning from the teacher

#2 Warning from the teacher
#3 Detention and/or call home
#4-5 Referral/ call home
#6 Drop from the class

Late work passes:

Course Assignments and Schedule

Time Unit/Subunit

2/1/16 - 2/5/16 Mitosis and Meiosis

Cell Cycle POGIL
COW Activity

2/9/16 - 2/12/16 Mitosis and Meiosis

2/15/16 - 2/19/16
2/22/16 - 2/26/16
2/29/16 - 3/4/16
3/7/16 - 3/11/16
3/14/16 - 3/18/16
3/21/16 - 3/25/16
Warm up for Quiz
Quiz (Mitosis)
Smurf Activity
Mit/Mei T-Chart Review
Mitosis and Meiosis
Quiz (Meiosis)
T-Chart
Packets
Test
Karyotyping
Mitosis and Meiosis Finish
Role of Parental DNA
Basic genetics packets (1 and 2)
library (genetic disorder group project)
Amoeba Video
Monohydrid crosses
Role of Parental DNA
Continue genetic disorder project
Genetic packet 3
HW: Bikini Bottom Genetics
Mult. Alleles
Quiz
Role of Parental DNA
Continue genetic group project
Genetic packets (4 and 5)
Sex Linked Notes
NGSS WB
Role of Parental DNA
Pedigree worksheet
Dragon Baby Activity
Unit Test
Time Unit/Subunit

3/28/16 - 4/1/16 Role of Parental DNA/Protein Synthesis

Genetic Disorder Presentations (2 days)
DNA ppt
NGSS Activity
RNA and tRNA ppt
Amoeba Sister Video
4/4/16 - 4/8/16 Protein Synthesis
tRNA and P.S. ppt
RNA/Synthesis Drawing
Transcription/Translation Lab
Quiz
Gene expression and mutation ppt
Mutation W.S.
4/11/16 - 4/15/16 Protein Synthesis
Quiz
Mutation W.S.
4/18/16 - 4/22/16 Protein Synthesis
Testing
4/25/16 - 4/29/16 Protein Synthesis
Lab
5/2/16 - 5/6/16 Ecology
NGSS Activity
Succession Notes
Energy Change (Transfer)
5/9/16 - 5/13/16 Ecology
Going over succession notes
Video
NGSS W.B.
Sea Otter Activity
5/16/16 - 5/20/16 Ecology
Population Growth Notes
NGSS W.B.
Pop. W.S.
Start on project
5/23/16 - 5/27/16 Ecology
Finish project
Start reviewing for final
Time Unit/Subunit

5/30/16 - 6/3/16 Ecology

Finals review
6/6/16 - 6/10/16 Finals Week

Reflection

The process of creating the syllabus was eye opening because I did not realize how much
work and thought went into each syllabi created. However, I did have a good time
creating this one because I was envisioning my future classroom and my future students.
I was also pretty excited about the topics I will be teaching and how I will be teaching
them. As of now, my role in the classroom is a co-teacher, where I am part of the teaching
process and in class support. In addition, because of my role, I think the challenges the
class will face will be organization and re-establishing authority. However, the class will
benefit from having two teachers by getting extra attention, quick answers, and more
support.