SyllabusCourse Description:
The Biology course is a survey class that incorporates new perspectives and understandings across major sub- disciplines of biology including but not restricted to cytology, biochemistry, genetics, taxonomy, ecology, botany, anatomy, and physiology. The concept of evolution is seen as a central organizing theme in biology with emphasis being placed on the various comparisons among organisms. Furthermore, the course contains a laboratory component that promotes understanding through exploration. Students will be exposed to various biotechnological techniques and advancements that will enhance their understanding of applicable concepts and serve as a building block for future courses .Biology prepares students for college and advanced placement courses in addition to sensitizing students to the various moral and environmental issues that affect our times. |
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School Grading Policy
The grades assigned to students are based on their academic progress. Students receive Academic and Cooperation grades for every quarter of the four-quarter academic year. Students also receive a mid-term progress report for each of these 9-10 weeklong quarters. Besides the quarter grades, students are assigned semester grades for each class or course. Grading: · Exams 60% o Tests 40% o Quizzes 20% · Homework 10% (No late work) · Projects/ Research Projects 20% Participation 10% |