Course title

Biology A/B

Pre-requisite

N/A

Course description

Biology A†

Biology A is designed to give the student a strong basis for understanding the world. The course consists of a varied curriculum that provides the student the opportunity to explore; compare; research; reflect; and make real-world connections. The curriculum; which meets Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS); engages students in problem-solving and scientific investigation and provides opportunities for both hands-on exploration and virtual simulation.

During this course; the student†will study the science of life. The student will explore the idea that living things are extremely diverse in form; yet are unified by certain core characteristics that they all share. In learning about these core characteristics;†the student†will be able to critically evaluate data and information related to biological problems; connect many ideas to the student's own life; and see the world in a new way.

This course includes a laboratory requirement with live/synchronous laboratory opportunities. Over the course of the semester; students spend approximately 1 - 1.5 hours per week on labratory assignments.

Biology A labratory assignments include: Homeostasis Lab; Photosynthesis Lab†

Biology B†

†Biology B is designed to give the student a strong basis for understanding the world. The course consists of a varied curriculum that provides the student the opportunity to explore; compare; research; reflect; and make real-world connections. The curriculum; which meets Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS); engages students in problem-solving and scientific investigation and provides opportunities for both hands-on exploration and virtual simulation.†During this course; the student†will study the science of life. The student will explore the idea that living things are extremely diverse in form; yet are unified by certain core characteristics that they all share. In learning about these core characteristics;†the student†will be able to critically evaluate data and information related to biological problems; connect many ideas to the student's own life; and see the world in a new way.†This course includes a laboratory requirement with live/synchronous laboratory opportunities. Over the course of the semester; students spend approximately 1 - 1.5 hours per week on labratory assignments.††Biology B labratory assignments include: Biodiversity Lab; Animal Phylogenetic Tree Lab;†

School Country

United States

School state

Massachusetts

School city

Baltimore

School Address

141 Mansion Drive

School zip code

2032

Requested competency code

Lab Science

Date submitted

Approved

Yes

Approved competency code

  • LBIO
  • Biology

Approved date

Online / Virtual

Yes