Human Biology Subject Area/Course Number: BIOSC-008

Course Outline of Record Los Medanos College 2700 East Leland Road Pittsburg CA 94565 (925) 439-2181

Course Title: Human Biology Subject Area/Course Number: BIOSC-008

New Course OR Existing Course

Instructor(s)/Author(s): Sharon Wellbrook

Subject Area/Course No.: BIOSC-008 Units: 4 Course Name/Title: Human Biology Discipline(s): Biological Science

Pre-Requisite(s): None Co-Requisite(s): None

Advisories: Eligibility for ENGL-100

Catalog Description: This is an introductory course for non-science majors that explore major biological principles as they apply to human beings. Problem solving and critical thinking skills will be emphasized as students investigate the structure and function of the human organism. Areas of study include the major body systems, human evolution, homeostasis, cells, tissues, heredity, gene expression, biotechnology and the interaction of humans and the environment. Weekly laboratory experiments on all major topics will allow the student to use the scientific method to gain knowledge and practical experience in the collection and analysis of data, and in drawing appropriate conclusions. This course meets the LMC General Education Requirement for Science.

Schedule Description: Especially designed for non-science majors, this course is an introduction to biology that uses human beings as the exemplary organism. Areas of study include the major body systems, human evolution, homeostasis, cells, tissues, heredity, gene expression, biotechnology, and the interaction of humans with the environment. Lecture and laboratory activities occur in a modern science teaching facility. This course meets the LMC General Education Requirement for Science.

Hours/Mode of Instruction: Lecture 54 Scheduled Lab 54 Composition Activity Total Hours 108 (Total for course)

Credit Credit Degree Applicable (DA) Grading Pass/No Pass (P/NP) Repeatability 0 Credit Non-Degree (NDA) Letter (LR) 1 Student Choice (SC) 2 3

Last date of Assessment: _SP16______Cohort #: ___4__

Please apply for LMC General Education Requirement: Natural Sciences

Transfer to: CSU UC IGETC 5B CSU GE Area_ B2, B3___ C-ID Number ______

Course is Baccalaureate Level: Yes No

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Course Title: Human Biology Subject Area/Course Number: BIOSC-008

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Distribution:Original: Office of Instruction Copies: Admissions Office, Department Chairperson Rev 09-17-2008

Institutional Student Learning Outcomes

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Course Title: Human Biology Subject Area/Course Number: BIOSC-008

General Education SLOs (Recommended by GE Committee) At the completion of the LMC general education program, a student will: 1. Read critically and communicate effectively as a writer and speaker. 2. Understand connections among disciplines and apply interdisciplinary approaches to problem solving. 3. Think critically and creatively 4. Consider the ethical implications inherent in knowledge, decision-making and action. 5. Possess a worldview informed by diverse social, multicultural and global perspectives. (Each of the above student learning outcomes for the general education program has a written explanation with illustrations and examples of its application within courses, as well as specific assessment criteria. Consult the GE program information pages.)

None of the Above

Program-Level Student Learning Outcomes (PSLOs): None

Course-Level Student Learning Outcomes (CSLOs): By the end of this course, a successful Biosc 008 student should be able to:

1. Read critically to distinguish between science and non-science topics, and between scientific hypotheses and unscientific concepts. Students should be able to use the scientific method to carry out simple experiments and lab activities that illustrate these scientific concepts and hypotheses, and present the experimental results and conclusions in oral and/or written form. (GE SLO: 1, 3)

2. Relate chemical and biological principles to the functioning of the human organism from the cellular level to the body systems level. (GE SLO: 2)

3. Describe the basic relationship between gene expression, natural selection, mutation, and the evolution of human genetic traits, and critically apply the science to medical situations. (GE SLO: 3)

4. Communicate orally and/or in writing about selected facets and consequences of human interaction with the local and global environment. Students should especially be able to discuss and communicate creatively the ethical concerns that arise from the impacts of personal, cultural, commercial, and/or governmental activities on our Earth. (GE SLO: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5)

Assessments: 3 Midterm Exams Written lab assignments / lab quizzes 1 Group Project: Oral Group Presentation & written summary 1 Final Exam

Midterm Exams Lab Assignments Group and Final Exam / Quizzes Presentation CSLO #1 X X CSLO #2 X X CSLO #3 X X CSLO #4 X X

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Course Title: Human Biology Subject Area/Course Number: BIOSC-008

CSLO 1: Read critically to distinguish between science and non-science topics, and between scientific hypotheses and unscientific concepts. Students should be able to use the scientific method to carry out simple experiments and lab activities that illustrate these scientific concepts and hypotheses, and present the experimental results and conclusions in oral and/or written form. (GE SLO: 1, 3)

Assessment Instruments: This CSLO could be evaluated by exam questions (both short answer and multiple choice), as well as a lab written assignment based on the scientific method lab results. The short answer test questions will refer to material the students must read about the scientific method. Providing correct answers to the short answer questions requires reading comprehension skills. Writing answers to these questions (as well as the lab assignments) requires basic writing skills, as well as the ability to think critically about this important topic.

Other assignments may ask students to consider whether the scientific method alone can be relied on to determine the most ethical ways to use scientific discoveries and knowledge. If not, then how should a society deal with the ethical or moral issues that arise due to scientific discoveries such as genetic engineering, DNA identification of criminal suspects, genetic screening of embryos, in-vitro conception.

Sample Assessment Instrument: Scientific Method Lab Report Students create their own experiment using the concepts and knowledge of the scientific method using sponge capsules, while creating their own hypothesis and experimental conditions. Students will determine the changes in growth rate with different variables, such as: water temperature, salinity, stirring, etc… Students are asked to identify test variables, controlled variables, and uncontrolled variables in this experiment. Students will turn in a written report with the question and hypothesis, materials and methods, data and the conclusions.

Rationale: This experiment is simple to set up and evaluate, but it gives students an opportunity to investigate the complexities of good experimental design, including the need to properly control environmental variables in order to have confidence in hypotheses based on the observed results.

CSLO 2: Relate chemical and biological principles to the functioning of the human organism from the cellular level to the body systems level. (GE SLO: 2)

Assessment Instruments: This CSLO will be evaluated by multiple choice exam questions, as well as various lab reports. The interdisciplinary aspect is the connection between anatomy and physiology and phenomena observed in humans [such as the vast effect of hormones on growth and development].

Sample Assessment Instrument: Virtual Rats Lab Report Students write a lab report about their experimental design, data collection, and analysis and interpretation without using live animals. Students must identify an unknown hormone, by small group discussion. Many measurements will be performed on the virtual rats to generate the experimental data needed. Students will interpret data using their knowledge of the endocrine system to correctly identify the unknown hormone. Rationale: This exercise allows the student to grasp the important biological principal of homeostasis as directly related to the structure and function of the endocrine system. The intent of this activity is to generate analytical thinking and interpretation of laboratory data. With the hope of sparking interest in the field of science.

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Course Title: Human Biology Subject Area/Course Number: BIOSC-008

CSLO 3: Describe the basic relationship between gene expression, natural selection, mutation, and the evolution of human genetic traits, and critically apply the science to medical situations. (GE SLO: 3)

Assessment Instruments: This CSLO will be evaluated by multiple choice exam questions, as well as the genetics lab assignment. Understanding the complex way that DNA creates physical traits, as well as the ways DNA molecules are replicated and passed on between generations, is central to understanding modern biology. This understanding is also critical to a modern understanding of the evolutionary principles of natural variation and natural selection. Both of these Darwinian concepts are explained by understanding how DNA alterations can lead to genetic diversity, and how physical traits are inherited.

Sample Assessment Instrument: Multiple choice questions. Following are a few representative multiple choice questions that test comprehension of these topics:

Why does DNA have a coding strand? a. The DNA coding strand has the instructions for making cellular proteins b. The DNA coding strand has the instructions for making cellular transfer RNA molecules c. The DNA coding strand has the instructions for making a new DNA template strand d. The DNA coding strand has the instructions for making messenger RNA molecules e. The DNA coding strand never mutates

Which statement best describes how a bacterial population might evolve resistance to an antibiotic? a. Some bacteria suddenly create new genes that give them resistance after they have been exposed to the antibiotic b. Every exposed bacteria suddenly develops a protective coat that blocks the antibiotic c. Some bacteria already had genes that made them resistant to the antibiotic before they were exposed to it d. Bacteria observe the behavior of other bacteria that survive the antibiotic & mimic their behavior

Individuals who have a heterozygous genotype in a gene that causes an inherited disease are said to be "carriers" of that disease. They are not sick, but they may have children who are. Suppose two Tay Sachs "carriers" marry and have a child. What are the odds that their child will have Tay Sachs Disease? (Remember that Tay Sachs is caused by a defective autosomal gene):

a. a. 0% b. 25% c. 50% d. 75% e. 100%

Roberta has blood type B and her daughter has blood type O. Which of the following men could be the father of Melanie’s child?

a. Roy, who has blood type O b. Jose, who has blood type A c. Sean, who has blood type B d. Jose or Sean could be the father, but Roy couldn’t be the father e. Roy, or Jose, or Sean could be the father

Rationale: These questions describe situations that require critical thinking and putting multiple pieces of the puzzle together [scaffolding knowledge learned in lecture and lab]. A student who can answer these questions correctly understands the basic biology concepts of genetics, evolution, and DNA function well enough to apply these concepts to new situations. This is the essence of critical thinking.

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Course Title: Human Biology Subject Area/Course Number: BIOSC-008

CSLO 4: Communicate orally and/or in writing about selected facets and consequences of human interaction with the local and global environment. Students should especially be able to discuss and communicate creatively the ethical concerns that arise from the impacts of personal, cultural, commercial, and/or governmental activities on our Earth. (GE SLO: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5)

Assessment Instruments: This CSLO is assessed by a mixture of multiple choice and essay exam questions, as well as one of several possible group projects and presentations. Issues with biological importance, global impact, and ethical complexity are options for student group presentations during the last few weeks of the semester. Examples include the ethical implications of supporting an ever-expanding human population by depopulating the oceans through deep net trawling, or forcing nations facing severe drought to purchase sterile genetically modified drought resistant seeds each year to feed their population. The subject matter is inherently interdisciplinary, since evaluating human impacts regionally or globally requires some physical science concepts (i.e. environmental science), this spans a broad spectrum of disciplines such as; economics, ethics, history, chemistry, sociology and anthropology etc... In addition the group projects and presentations can also help students develop more effective verbal communication skills as well as a collaborative spirit within their student groups.

Sample Assessment Instrument: Group Presentation. Student lab groups are instructed to choose among a set of ecological topics with regional or global significance. These might include genetically modified and patented food crops, the use of food crops for fuel production, protection of certain species vs. economic development or cultural tradition, etc. Each group develops a 20 minute presentation that outlines the basic issue and the biological significance of the issue as well as ethical issues that are related to the topic being presented. The groups could also present arguments favoring different sides or positions that different interest groups take about the issue.

Rationale: This assignment has several pedagogical benefits for students. It gives them a chance to work collaboratively with other students in the class, and to use the public speaking medium to educate the whole class about an important and controversial biological issue. Students have creative freedom within the assignment framework for selecting (or creating) media for their presentations. It also allows them to use the concepts they have learned throughout the entire class and apply those concepts to a real world issue that might interest them. It gives them a chance to learn about different ways people around the world obtain and utilize natural resources. Lastly, it gives students a chance to learn about the significant effects of human activities on other humans, other organisms as well as human impact on the non-renewable global resources.

Method of Evaluation/Grading: The weighting of each type of assessment instrument will be approximately:

Lab assignments / quizzes 18% 1 Group Project/Presentation 9% 3 Midterm Exams 55% 1 Final Exam: 18%

The assigned grade will be based on the percent of total points as follows: ‘A’: 90% or better. ‘B’: from 80% to 89%. ‘C’: from 70% to 79%. ‘D’: from 60% to 69%. ‘F’: below 60%.

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Course Title: Human Biology Subject Area/Course Number: BIOSC-008

General Assessment Criteria By CSLO:

CSLO 1 could be assessed by a combination of multiple choice questions, essay questions about a scientific method article, and a scientific method lab report.

“A” level work on the scientific method lab report would include accurate and clear reporting and analysis of experimental results. The ability to: develop an appropriate scientific hypothesis based on the experimental results; correctly identify the test variable; as well as controlled and uncontrolled variables in the experiment. Additionally have the ability to develop an alternate experimental protocol.

“C” level work on the scientific method lab report would include accurate reporting of experimental results, and the ability to develop an appropriate scientific hypothesis based on those results. The student can correctly identify the test variable in their experiment, but they may confuse the controlled and uncontrolled variables. The student may not be able to develop a properly controlled experiment to test additional uncontrolled variables, nor develop an alternate experimental protocol.

CSLO 2: Relate chemical and biological principles to the functioning of the human organism from the cellular level to the body systems level. (GE SLO: 2)

CSLO 2 could be assessed by a combination of multiple choice exam questions and lab reports such as the virtual rat lab.

“A” level work on their virtual rat lab report will include clear reporting of experimental results (including accurate tables, diagrams and drawings), accurate hormone is identified.

“C” level work on the virtual rat lab report will include reporting of experimental results (including mostly accurate tables, diagrams or drawings) students may deduce mostly accurate conclusions about the hormone.

CSLO 3 could be assessed by a combination of multiple choice exam questions, answers to essay questions relating DNA theory to current events, and a genetics lab report.

“A” level work on multiple choice questions related to DNA, heredity, and evolution is 90% or better accuracy on the relevant questions.

“C” level work on multiple choice questions related to DNA, heredity, and evolution is 70-79% accuracy on the relevant questions.

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Course Title: Human Biology Subject Area/Course Number: BIOSC-008

CSLO 4 could be assessed by a combination of multiple choice exam questions, essay questions covering an article about a current topic in ecology (such as agricultural practices globally), and an oral presentation about an important ecological issue.

The oral presentations are assessed based on the ability of students to organize a coherent presentation in which all group members play a significant role. Presentations will also be scored based on the grading rubric below.

Each of these categories will be given a numerical weight in scoring with an overall possible points being 40 for the presentation. All members of the same group who participate in the presentation receive the same score. “A” level work is characterized by 90% score or above on this assignment. “C” level work corresponds to a score 0f 70-79 on this assignment.

Overall Course Grade Evaluation:

“A” level work is characterized by demonstration of thorough comprehension of a great majority of the concepts and terminology presented during the course, as well as clear evidence of ability to apply the knowledge in unexpected or real world situations. Evidence for the above includes 90% or higher correct responses on the multiple choice sections of exams, as well as clear, logical, and accurate answers to essay questions and clear, logical, thoughtful, and original lab assignments / quizzes.

“C” level work is characterized by demonstration of comprehension of more than half of the concepts and terminology presented during the course, as well as intermittent evidence of ability to apply the knowledge in unexpected or real world situations. Evidence for the above includes 70% or higher correct responses on the multiple choice sections of most exams, as well as at least partially accurate answers to most essay questions. Lab assignments / quizzes and essay answers will show a tendency toward poorly thought out responses, without much originality. Ability to apply concepts to real world situations will be inconsistent.

General Assessment Criteria By Assignment Type:

I. Evaluating Lab Assignments / quizzes (CSLO’s 1, 2, and 3):

“A” level work is characterized by accurate and complete data collection and recording, the ability to draw logical conclusions and develop a logical scientific hypothesis from the data, and the ability to apply the hypothesis to real world scenarios or new experimental designs.

“C” level work is characterized by accurate and mostly complete data collection and recording, and the ability to draw a somewhat logical conclusion from the data. Student may not be able to generate a clear, logical, and testable scientific hypothesis from their conclusion, and they may not be able to apply the hypothesis or conclusion to real world scenarios that are significantly different from those they encountered in lab or lecture.

II. Group Oral Presentation (CSLO 4): The oral presentations are assessed based on the ability of students to organize a coherent presentation in which all group members play a significant role. Presentations will also be scored based on the grading rubric below.

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Course Title: Human Biology Subject Area/Course Number: BIOSC-008

Oral Presentation: The oral presentations are assessed with the following rubric.

Criteria to Great Good Acceptable Try Again assess content 5 4 3 2 Topic research Thorough with Adequate with Adequate with Minimal on both sources cited minimal sources no sources accounts

Knowledge of Demonstrated Demonstrated Knowledge base Does not subject matter clear, in depth basic knowledge questionable understand topic knowledge

Content All of the material A few tangents, but Thread of Confusing, consistency was consistent with consistent overall continuity barely conflicting the objectives detectable statements & facts

Ethical issues Clearly explains Clearly explains Significance Is still figuring out and possible reported impacts why others think it suggested but the significance solutions on plus has developed is significant not explained this topic to original views our lives, the planet

Clearly summarizes Clearly summarizes Summarizes a Does not have a Conclusion the main points & the main points few of the main conclusion thought provoking points

All are attractive, Supportive, Dull but got Distracting, Visual Aids supportive & conveyed message enough of the useless, conveyed message message across unnecessary clearly

Timing/ Well-rehearsed, Roughly prepared, Roughly Simply read to us, collaborative used time used time well prepared except unfamiliar with the preparation appropriately for timing material

Eye contact Captured & Initially captured & Tried to project Could have been & voice engaged audience engaged audience but shyness talking to throughout but faded over time overshadowed themselves

Professional Very professional Maintained some Wavered in Lacked interest, in manner & level of ability to remain dragged us concern professionalism professional through it POINTS: Content ______/20 Delivery ______/20 TOTAL ______/40

A-level work is characterized by earning a minimum of 90% of the possible points from the above rubric related to CSLO 4.

C-level work is characterized by earning 70-79% of the possible points from the above rubric related to CSLO 4.

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Course Title: Human Biology Subject Area/Course Number: BIOSC-008

III. Exams: Multiple choice questions (CSLO’s 1, 2, 3 and 4): A-level work is characterized by a minimum of 90% accuracy in answering the multiple choice exam questions.

C-level work is characterized by 70-79% accuracy in answering the multiple choice exam questions.

Short answer and essay questions (CSLO’s 1, 2, 3 and 4): A-level work is characterized by being complete, thorough and factually correct related to CSLOs 1, 2, 3 and 4. It is also characterized by making the appropriate connections between lectures and reading assignments.

C-level work is characterized by gaps in knowledge, absence of connections between concepts, and lack of clarity in the information requested related to CSLOs 1, 2, 3 and 4.

Approximate Weighting of CSLOs:

CSLO # Midterms and Final Lab Assignment / Oral Presentation Weighting Exam (73%) Quizzes (18%) (9%) #1 18% 6% 0 24% #2 18% 6% 0 24% #3 18% 6% 0 24% #4 18% 0 9% 27%

Course Content: BIOSC 08 COURSE CONTENT (LECTURE COMPONENTS)

What is human life Scientific Method Chemistry of life; metabolism, and energy Cells of the human body Tissues, human body systems, homeostasis Digestive system, impact of proper nutrition Cellular Respiration Cardiovascular system Respiratory system Life cycle of cells, how they reproduce How sex-cell are made; meiosis and non-disjunction Reproductive systems Development throughout life Endocrine system, hormones Nervous system Human Genetics Gene expression Biotechnology Human Evolution Human impact on the environment, hormone disruptors

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Course Title: Human Biology Subject Area/Course Number: BIOSC-008

BIOSC 008 COURSE CONTENT (LAB COMPONENTS):

Scientific method Chemistry of macromolecules / food Microscopes and cells Osmosis Dissection: Digestive system Cardiovascular system Respiratory system Mitosis and Meiosis Reproductive systems Hormones Nervous system Genetics Biotechnology Group presentations Instructional Methods:

Lecture Lab Activity Problem-based Learning/Case Studies Collaborative Learning/Peer Review Demonstration/Modeling Role-Playing Discussion Computer Assisted Instruction Other (explain) ______

Textbooks:

Biology of Humans Concepts, Applications and Issues 6th Edition by Judith Goodenough / Betty McGuire ISBN 10: 0-134-04544-0; ISBN 13: 978-0-134-04544-3, 2017

Bio 8 Human Biology lab module compiled by Sharon Wellbrook

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