Earth Science

Biology

Biology H

Background for Success

• Basic math skills

• Basic reading skills

Background for Success

• Ability to apply concepts to the scientific method

• Algebra and analytical skills – recommend concurrent enrollment in Geometry

• Reading, writing, and note-taking skills

• Grade of an B or higher in previous science classes

Background for Success

• Comfort in completing algebraic computations – recommend concurrent enrollment in Geometry H

• Strong reading, writing, processing and analytical skills

• Grade of an A or higher in previous science classes

Homework

• 10 - 20 minutes of homework every night (reading, notes, worksheets, reviewing, etc)

• Earth Science texts geared toward the Freshman level

Homework

• 30 minutes of homework every night focuses on reinforcement of concepts presented in class

• Standard first year high school biology text

Homework

• 1 hour of homework each night requires students to apply concepts presented in class to a variety of situations

• Participation in LAHS Science Fair

Content

• Covers foundation concepts in the earth sciences (astronomy, geology, meteorology, oceanography) aligned with the California state earth science standards

Content

• Experimentation and investigation, cell biology, ecology, evolution, genetics, physiology aligned with the California biology standards

Content

• Covers all the topics of the regular biology course at a faster pace and in greater depth; emphasis will be placed on more biochemistry

• Additional topics, such as botany and classification, will also be covered to address more concepts found on the SAT II.

Skills developed

• Complete lab writing skills and data interpretation

• Graphing and analysis of data

• Ability to apply concepts to the scientific method

• Scientific collaboration and communication

• Note taking

Skills developed

• Students exhibit logical reasoning and processing skills required to connect experimental results to biological theory

• Scientific collaboration and communication of analytical data in relationship to real world applications

Skills developed

• Students utilize logical reasoning and processing skills aligned with biological theory to infer new interpretations of experimental results

• Demonstrate how biological information is gained, interpreted, and applied to real world applications

• National College Board test taking skills (SAT subject test)