Chapter Exams Will Be Given at the Conclusion of Each Chapter

BIOLOGY Syllabus

Bob Jones High School Teacher: B. Martin 650 Hughes Road Email: [email protected] s Madison, AL 35758 Phone: 256-772-2547

I. Course Biology introduces students to the vast diversity of organisms and the Description: characteristics that define life. Units include biodiversity, cells, interdependence, genetics, and evolution. Inquiry based laboratory work is required.

II.Course Objectives: To meet all objectives for Biology as set forth by the Alabama Course of Study and Madison City Schools

III.Classroom 1. Always show respect to yourself, your classmates, and your teacher. Expectations: 2. All gum, candy, drinks, electronic devices, etc. should be put away during class. 3. Be prompt. Be prepared. Be responsible. Be organized. Be on task. 4. Bring all needed materials to class. 5. Always follow directions.

*Choosing not to follow these classroom guidelines will result in the following: 1. Student conference 2. Parent notification/conference 3. Before/after school detention 4. Office referral

IV.BJ Grading Policy: All grades will be placed into weighted categories, and quarter grades will be computer calculated by the following percentages: 1. Examinations/quizzes/major projects – 70% 2. Labs/Homework/Classwork/Daily Participation – 30% *Your final exam will count 20% toward your semester grade.

*All requests for accommodations, for this course or any school event, are welcomed. All accommodations set forth for individual students will be honored.

V. BJ Make-up Test Tests & quizzes that are missed can be made up on Thursday mornings Policy: at 7:30am, Monday & Wednesday after school, and Patriot Path.

VI. Text and Other Pearson Biology by Miller and Levine Required Reading:

VII. Materials and 1½ inch three ring binders Black/Blue ink pens Supplies Needed: Loose leaf paper Pencils 1 box of tissues 1 roll of paper towels

BIOLOGY Syllabus

18 – WEEK PLAN Week Chap 1: Intro to Biology, Lab Safety/Equipment, Scientific Method 1-2 Chap 2: The Chemistry of Life Week Chap 3: The Biosphere 3-4 Chap 4: Ecosystems and Communities Chap 5: Populations Week Chap 6: Humans in the Biosphere 5-6 Chap 7: Cell Structure and Function Week Chap 8: Photosynthesis 7 Chap 23: Plant Structure Chap 9: Cellular Respiration Week Chap 10: Cell Growth and Division 8-9 Midterm Exam Chap 11: Intro to Genetics Week Chap 14: Human Heredity 10-11 Chap 12: DNA Week Chap 13: RNA and Protein Synthesis 12 Chap 15: Genetic Engineering Week Chap 16: Darwin’s Theory of Evolution 13-14 Chap 17: Evolution of Populations Chap 18: Classification Week Chap 20: Viruses and Prokaryotes 15-16 Chap 21: Protists and Fungi Chap 22: Intro to Plants Week Chap 19: History of Life 17 Chap 26: Animal Evolution and Diversity Week Review/ Remediation 18 Final Exam

 Dates subject to change.  Chapter Exams will be given at the conclusion of each chapter

Labs 1. You must follow all rules and safety precautions in the lab. Refusal to do so will result in a zero on lab assignments. 2. Safety glasses must be worn at all times in the lab. 3. No eating or drinking in the classroom or lab.

Electronic Devices: (laptop, Ipad, Ipod, etc.) 1. Under no circumstances are student devices to be wired to the network or have print capabilities. 2. No flash drives, jump drives, or other USB devices will be allowed. 3. Neither the teacher, nor the school is responsible for broken, stolen, or lost devices.

BIOLOGY Syllabus

4. Devices will be used at the individual discretion of the teacher.

Note: 1. The academic misconduct policy of the school will be followed in this course. 2. The attendance policy of the school will be followed for this course. 3. Any student who receives failing grades during this course is urged to discuss this with the teacher immediately.

Syllabus/Class Information The complete course syllabus, as well as, other important class information can be found on the BJHS website. http://bjhs.madisoncity.k12.al.us/ School Staff on the left hand side of screen Locate & Select Martin, Belinda Syllabus can be found under Class Information.

By signing below, I have read and understand the Biology Course Syllabus.

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Supply List 1½ inch three ring binders Black/Blue ink pens Loose leaf paper Pencils 1 box of tissues 1 roll of paper towels

Parent & Student Notifications Please sign up to receive text message reminders for the class through Remind. Text: @bmartinbio To the following number: 81010

I will not have access to your/student cell number. Please let me know if you have any questions.

You can also follow the class on Twitter @BelindaMartin30. I will post reminders/information here as well.

BIOLOGY Syllabus

Welcome to Biology!

I hope everyone had an awesome break! We have an exciting semester planned in Biology! I am looking forward to getting to know each of your children this semester.

This year, we have NEW Biology textbooks. The textbook and all of the resources that are a part of the book are also offered in an online format. Internet is required to access the textbook/materials. Each student will receive a username and password unique to them to access the materials. You will have two options regarding the textbooks. Please choose your preference below.

______I would like for my child to have BOTH an actual Biology book checked out to them and the online materials. (Textbook will be kept at home. I have a class set. )

______My child will only need the online materials. (You may change your mind at any time to get an actual textbook.)

Parent Contact Information:

Name: ______

E-mail: ______

Name: ______

E-mail: ______

(Others may be listed at the bottom of this page.)

Internet Access: Students will be given assignments that require internet access. They will be given plenty of time to complete the assignments. Please answer the following questions regarding access outside of school.

Internet access at home: yes/no Other: ______Print capabilities: yes/no

Electronic Device(s) Available:

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