Class+Syllabus


 * Biology 1 Syllabus**
 * Fall 2010-Spring 2011**


 * Instructor:** Miss Morris
 * Room Number:** 218
 * Meeting Period:** 4th Period (Friday Lab)


 * Class Description:** In Biology 1 we will dive into the world of living and non-living organisms. Our class will start of by looking at microscopic organisms and end with what I like to call "The Big Picture" which is the world that we live in today. This is designed to be an introductory course. We will be doing various labs throughout the year, some will be more involved than others. All labs are designed to let the students do investigatory work and further ex[and their knowledge. They will be fun and at times challenging and will add to the lectures.


 * Materials:** The book that we are going to be using is and will be provided to you. You are not required to bring the book with you to class everyday. When it is needed I will give you plenty of notice. Our book has a ton of useful information in it and I encourage you to use it to your full advantage both inside and outside of class. It is a great study tool.


 * Topics:** Some of the topics that we will be looking into during they year are listed below.

Introduction to Biology/Microscopes Cells Introduction to Biochemistry Genetics Diversity of Life Anatomy and Physiology Ecology Evolution and Animal Adaptations


 * Labs:** There will be multiple labs throughout the year. These labs will be graded. Participation as well as understanding of the material is important. Some labs will require you to work in groups while others will be individual. Lab safety is **__very__** important so I expect mature behavior in all of my labs.


 * Group Projects and Presentations:** There will be 3 to 4 group projects and/or presentations throughout the year. They will be announced ahead of time. Full participation is required from each student. Your participation determines your grade for the project. Further rules will be discussed when the projects and presentations are assigned.

There will be quizzes assigned online and in class. The quizzes assigned online will be timed since you have full access to your notes. If there are technical issues let me know before class via email and we will work something out. Both quizzes in class and online will be announced at least a day ahead of time.
 * Quizzes:**


 * Exams:** Exams will be given after the completion of a chapter. They will be announced at least a week ahead of time so you have plenty of time to study. Study Guides will be given out for each chapter and are due the day of the exam. In class reviews will be conducted, as time allows, before each exam.


 * Classroom Rules:**

1. No running or horseplay, especially while doing labs. 2. No Gum or Food. Water is acceptable. 3. Clean up the area around your seat before you leave class. 4. Raise your hand when answering a question. 5. Treat others as you would like to be treated. Mutual respect is expected. 6. Test/Quiz Procedure: - No talking during the test/quiz - Keep your eyes on your own paper - When you are finished with your test/quiz, wait patiently and quietly for your fellow classmates. 7. NO texting or taking pictures/video with your phone. If it is out, I will take it and give it to the office.

If you have an excused absence, you are allowed to turn in the assignments a day late. If you have an unexcused absence or fail to turn in your work on time, I will deduct 3 points for every day the assignment is late.
 * Late Assignments:**