Room 118 Class Information and Policies

 

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* any information and/or policies are subject to change pending certain situations and outcomes *

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Objectives

 

  • To learn scientific facts, information and concepts.
  • To appreciate the simplicities and complexities of life.
  • To develop an awareness of all life forms.
  • To apply scientific concepts to develop problem solving skills.
  • To consider pursuing careers in science or related fields.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Materials Needed Per Student

 

Daily Requirements

 

Text

5 Subject Spiral Notebook (NO open loose-leaf)

Folder (so not to store paper in textbook)

Pencil or Pen (not red or gel)

Assignment(s) and/or Homework

 

Locker/Home Requirements

 

Colored Pencils

Calculator

Extra pencil / pen / paper

 

Please be aware that you may be asked to bring in certain items for labs and/or projects. Be responsible in bringing these items in especially if the task was agreed upon by you.

 

Specific Class Requirements

                            

Biology I (General): [General Biology]

Goggles/Gloves (optional; semester 2)

 

Biology II (General): [Advanced Biology]     

"Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association”; APA 5th ed. (semester 2)

 

Biology II (Other): [Bio-Research]

"Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association”; APA 5th ed. (semester 1)

Goggles/Gloves (optional; semester 1)

 

Biology II (Other): [Bio-Ethics]

"Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association”; APA 5th ed. (optional; semester 2)

 

Biology II (Other): [Anatomy and Physiology]

Colored Pencils (semester 1 and 2)

Goggles/Gloves (optional; semester 1 and 2)

“Cat Dissection Manual” (semester 2)

 

                     

 

 

 

 

 

 

Policies

* By Being in the Course, You Are Agreeing with Said Policies*

Room Policies

 

“Trust and Respect”

* Follow all school policies.

* Disruptive behavior and/or profanity are prohibited.

* Be attentive, quiet, and ready to go at the start of class and refrain from being loud and/or obnoxious during class.

 

* In the event you are absent from class, you are to contact me prior to class for assignments and/or information. Do

   not ask or be surprised about assignments/ information/exams/etc... during class time if you fail to make contact . 

   Failure to contact me may result in participating in the class activity for that day (i.e. labs, projects, and/or exams).

   DO NOT LET ME HAVE TO CONTACT YOU DURING CLASS TIME. This is your  responsibility.  Review

   the lesson  plan outline often. (use the intermittent days to your advantage)

* Be prepared with homework, materials, participation, responsiveness on a daily bases; otherwise, an alternative

   management will be made.

* Refrain from copying answers and others' work.

 

* Unnecessary activities such as sleeping, personal notes, eating, drinking, applying make-up/lotion and/or doing

   other work for another class is not allowed during class activities.

* Be considerate of classroom materials.  Do not touch or remove class or safety materials unless given permission.

* Insubordination, impoliteness, and ignorance will not be tolerated.

 

* Any concerns that need to be addressed need to be done in a courteous manner before or after class.

* Do not abuse or vandalize any materials and/or items associated with this course and/or classroom.

* Late assignments and materials are not excusable.  It is your responsibility to get your assignments and work if

   absent.  Preferably, do this on the day that you are absent (ie. ask a friend or ask a family member to bring work

   home to you). Review the lesson plan outline often.

 

* All assignments are to be turned in.  Work may be made-up during a time the instructor feels necessary if the work

   is poorly done, incomplete, or not started.  Additional work may accompany the assigned work. Study tables (see

   School Policies) may also be used to insure work is done.

* Be in your seat prior to the bell ringing for dismissal.

* No food, drink, candy, allowed in class, unless excused.  Gum will be allowed unless abused.

 

* Any form of medication is not to be taken in class without nurse's permission note. (State Regulation)

* No passes to the phone, counselors, a teacher or other classrooms without prior permission, pass or office

   announcement.  Thus, a pass is required for leaving class unless it's an emergency.  Permission, a hall pass and

   sign-out are required before leaving.

* Take care of any restroom, drinking fountain, and/or locker needs prior to class.  Leaving the classroom for any 

   of these reasons may result in a tardy and/or be denied (despite asking permission to leave).

 

* Be aware of all emergency exits and procedures.

* Alternative work, disciplinary forms, negative points, detention, time-out, and/or parent notification may be used

   in some cases for disciplinary actions.

* Be considerate and professional.  Refrain from having a poor attitude and lack of judgment.

 

* No unnecessary talking during class discussions, lectures, labs, projects, or while the teacher and/or a student is

   speaking to the class.

* Refrain from wearing coats (outerwear) and bringing book bags to class unless given permission.

* Do not bring any of the following electronic devices to class. (i.e. pagers, cell phones, radios, IM devices,

    iPods, MP3 players, CD players, cameras, and/or game players)

 

* Keep your area clean and free of litter.

* Include your first and last name and period number on all assignments/exams, etc…

* Tardies will result from:

 

  1. Not being across the threshold by the last bell.

  2. Not being in your seat within a proper time.

  3. May include: bathroom, drinking fountain, and locker.

 

 

 

 

Laboratory Policies

 

* Keep voices down

* No ignorance (read labs prior to doing labs)

* Use the science laboratory for authorized work only

* Wear safety goggles during experiments that require them

* Place broken glass and solid materials in designated areas

* Report any accidents or injuries

* Never taste, touch, or smell any substance unless told to

* Handle chemicals carefully

* Be responsible for yourself (ie clean-up and work)

* No food of any kind during lab unless excused

* Do not return unused chemicals to the original container

* When heating a test tube, face it away from anyone

* Use caution to handle hot glassware or metal

* Tie back long hair. Remove dangling jewelry. Roll sleeves

* Do not put anything unauthorized into electrical outlets

* Use the proper tool for the proper lab

* Horseplay is not allowed

* Stay on task with your partner and work

* At the end of the lab, clean the work area (table, chair, equipment, and floor)

 

Microscope

 

 * Carry with two hands

 * Begin and end on low objective

 * Never push down on the stage

 * Clean only with wet lens paper (ie stains)

 * Wrap cord in a “pig-tail” style

 * Follow proper scope procedure when using it during lab

 

Dissection

 

 * Follow the direction carefully and in sequence.  Read the entire description

     of each incision and be sure that you understand it before you attempt it.

 * While working in pairs, alternating the rules of reading the directions and

     performing the dissection is a good.  

 * Use scissors and probes for most of the incisions. Use a scalpel or razor

     blade only when absolutely necessary.

 * Be careful not to damage organs that must be observed later.

 * When you have completed your dissection for the day, wrap the specimen

     according to directions.

 * ID your specimen.

 * Protect your hands from the preservative by applying a lanolin-based hand

     cream before starting the dissection or by wearing disposable plastic gloves.

 * Wash your hands thoroughly at the end of each dissection session.

 * Wash and dry all instruments and/or trays with soap or cleaner before

     leaving.

 * Wash and dry the table (chairs/floors) with soap or cleaner before leaving.

 * Alternative assignments may be given; however, you are expected to

     understand and know the same material as everyone else and may be subject to

     the same exams

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Course Syllabi

(Subject to Change)

 

 

BIOLOGY I (Lab) (General)

2 semesters, 2 credits - Grades 9-12

Prerequisite: None

A Core 40, AHD Course, and in Accordance to Indiana State Standards and Benchmarks

 

Semester #1: Topics Subject to Change / Labs and/or Projects Will Complement Each Area, Subject, and/or Chapter

 

Introduction: B.1.9, B.1.27, B.1.30-B.1.36, B.2.1-B.2.4

* Biological Characteristics (Pyramid of Complexity, Classification, and  Defining Life)

* Lab Methods (Scientific Method, Tools, Terminology, and Applications)

* Theories (Spontaneous Generation and Evolution)

                    

                             Ecology: B.1.9, B.1.15-B.1.19, B.1.37-B.1.47

                             * Ecological Interactions (Ecosystems, Biotic, Abiotic, and Energy)

                             * Energy Flow (Food Chains and Food Webs)

                             * Flow of Matter (Biogeochemical Cycles)

                             * Ecological Limits and Effects (Capacities, Populations, Stabilities, Fluctuations, Influences, Diversities)

 

Molecular Biology: B.1.4, B.1.6, B.1.7, B.1.9. B.1.23, B.1.26

* Terminology (Molecular Phrases)

* Structures and Functions (Lipids, Carbohydrates, Proteins, and Nucleic Acids)

* Enzymes (Reactions and Influence on Ea)

* Protein Synthesis (Fundamentals of Transcription and Translation)

 

Cell Biology: B.1.1-B.1.5, B.1.7, B.1.12-B.1.14

* Histories and Theories (Early Observations and the Cell Theory)

* Size, Shape, and Differentiation (Examples (Monera, Protista, and Somatic Cells); Stem Cells)

* Organelles and Other Components (Structure and Function)

* Comparisons of Cell Types (Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes  / Animal Cells vs. Plant Cells)

                             * Cellular Fluids and Membrane Functions (Solutions, States, Diffusions, and Transport)

 

Semester #2: Topics Subject to Change / Labs and/or Projects Will Complement Each Area, Subject, and/or Chapter

 

Cell Division: B.1.7, B.1.8, B.1.11, B.1.20, B.1.23-B.1.25, B.1.28  

* Cellular Reproduction (Asexual and Sexual)

* Chromosomal Numbers and Structure (Haploid/Diploid, Histone Complex, Solenoids, Chromosome Anatomy)

* Cell Cycle (Interphase (G1,S,G2), Cell Division, Cytokinesis)

* Mitosis (Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase)

* Cancer  (Growth Factors, Inhibition, Size, Tumors (Benign / Malignant), Causes, Types, Prevention, Gene Mutations)

* Meiosis (Meiosis I and Meiosis II, Spermatogenesis and Oogenesis, Genetic Recombination)

 

Genetics: B.1.21-B.1.23, B.1.29

* Terminology (Gene/Allele, Genotype/Phenotype, Dominant/Recessive, Homozygous/Heterozygous)

* Mendel’s Experiments and Principles (Dominance, Segregation, and Independent Assortment)

* Punnett’s Squares (Heredity; Mono-,Di-,Trihybrid Tables)

* Probability (Principle of Chance, Product Rule, Mono-,Di-,Tri-, and Poly-hybrids)

* Others (Unknown Alleles, Test Cross, Incomplete Dominance, Co-Dominance, Binomial Expansion Method)

 

Mammalian Anatomy and Physiology Dissection Lab: B.1.15 ; (Rattus norvegicus (rat))   

 

* Tissues

* Circulatory System

* Respiratory System

* Digestive System

* Excretory System

* Nervous System

* Sensory System

* Immune System

* and/or Reproductive System

 

 

Note: Visit http://www.indianastandardsresources.org/index.asp for Indiana’s Academic Standards that related  to the pre-mentioned “benchmarks” after each subject title above. Choose [Science] and then [Biology 1]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BIOLOGY II (Lab) (General)

2 semesters, 2 credits - Grades 10-12

Prerequisite:  “C” or higher in Biology I, Chemistry I or may be taken concurrently

A Core 40, AHD, Weighted and a Dual Credit (IUPUI of Fort Wayne) Course (Registration Required)

 “Instructor Approval Recommended”

 

Semester #1: Topics Subject to Change / Labs and/or Projects Will Complement Each Area, Subject, and/or Chapter

 

Biological Molecules:

* Terminology (Molecular Phrases)

* Hydrocarbons and Alcohols (Liner, Chain, Ring Components, Hydroxyl Groups)

* Lipids (Monomers, Fats, Phospholipids, and Steroids)

* Carbohydrates (Monomers, Sugars, Starches, and Cellulose)

* Proteins (Functions, Monomers, Primary, Secondary, Tertiary, and Quaternary Types, Enzymes, Ea , Inhibitors)

* Nucleic Acids (Monomers and General Structure)

 

Cellular Metabolism, Fermentation, and Respiration:

* Terminology and Functions (Enzymatic Hydrolysis, Anabolism/Catabolism, ATP/NAD+ )

* Anaerobic Glycolysis (Metabolism)

* Anaerobic Fermentation (Lactic Acid (Lactate Formation) and Alcoholic (Ethanol Formation), Examples)

* Aerobic Respiration (Pyruvate Conversion and Kreb’s Cycle and Electron Transport Chain)

* Chemisosmotic Theory (ATP Production)

 

Photosynthesis:

* Terminology and Functions (Heterotrophs/Autotrophs, ATP/NADP+ ,Light-Dependent/Independent Reactions)

* Plastids (Chlorophyll and Carotenoids) and Light Energy (Nature and Absorption)

* Photosystems (Antenna Complex/Reaction Center, Systems I and II, Photophosphorylation, Z-Scheme)

* Calvin Cycle (Fixation, Reduction, Regeneration); Calvin-Benson Cycle (C3) Pending Discussion

 

APA (American Psychological Association) Paper:

                             * Guidelines and Instructions on Developing a Paper on a Biological Topic (Due by Year’s End)

 

Semester #2: Topics Subject to Change / Labs and/or Projects Will Complement Each Area, Subject, and/or Chapter

 

APA  Paper: briefly revisited w/ periodical assignments throughout semester; (Due by Semester’s End)

 

DNA, RNA, and Protein Synthesis:

* DNA (History, Structure, Function)

* DNA Replication (Protein and Enzymatic Preparation and Assembling of Complementary Strands)

* RNA (Structure, Functions, and Types (mRNA ,rRNA, tRNA))

* Transcription “Eukaryotic” (Initiation, Elongation, Termination, pre-mRNA Editing Phases)

* Translation “Eukaryotic” (Codons/Anti-Codons, Ribosome; Initiation, Elongation, Termination Phases)

 

Genetic Expression:

* Gender Determination of Various Species (Drosophila melanogaster, Humans, SRY (TDF) Gene)

* Gender-Linked Traits (X-Linkage, Barr Bodies, Y-Linkage)

                             * Cytogenetic Disorders (Non-Disjunction, Chromosomal Alterations, Gene Mutations)

                             * Human Genome (History and Meaning)

* Gene Silencing (Imprinting and RNAi  Mechanism(s); Engineering) 

 

Botany:  

* Plant Tissues (Epidermal, Vascular (Xylem/Phloem), and Ground (Parenchyma, Collenchyma, Sclerenchyma))

* Structures, Types, Adaptations (Anatomy and Physiology of Mainly Roots, Stems, and Leaves)

* Water and Nutrient Transport (Root Pressure, Capillary Action and Cohesion-Tension Theory)

* and/or Plant Development and Reproduction (Hormones, Chemicals, and Complete Flower Discussion)

 

General Anatomy and Physiology Dissection Labs: (Pending / Student Driven (TBA))

 

Comparative Animals: (Earthworm, Grasshopper, Crayfish, Perch, Squid, Bull Frog, and/or Bat)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BIOLOGY II (Other) (Advanced Science, Special Topics)

(Bio-Research and Bio-Ethics): Offered Alternate Years to Anatomy and Physiology

1 semester, 1 credit - Grades 11-12

Prerequisite:   “C” or higher in Biology I; Chemistry I; Biology II (Gen) or may be taken concurrently

A Core 40 and AHD Course, “Instructor Approval Recommended”

 

Semester #1: Bio-Research

 

Introduction:

* Lab Methods (History, Tools, Terminology, and Applications)

* APA (American Psychological Association) Guidelines (5th Edition)

* Research Methods on a Biological Topic (i.e. Concept Maps)

 

APA: Scientific Method Construction and Implementation:

* Abstract Development (Purpose, Goals, Objectives)

* Introduction (Problem Question, Research, Hypothesis)

* Method (Participants, Apparatuses, Procedures)

* Results (Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis; i.e. Chi-Square)

* Discussion (Problem Question, Hypothesis, Proven/Not Proven Hypothesis, Improvements, Spring Board Question)

* Figures (Charts, Graphs, and/or Illustrations)

 

Application of Scientific Method:  Student Driven Assignments (TBA)

 

Presentations and/or Submission for Publication (a Discussion)

 

 

 

 

                Semester #2: Bio-Ethics

 

Introduction:

* Bioethical Reasoning (Being Proactive or Reactive)

 

Describing Bioethics:

* Reasons for Bioethics (Value-Rich, Determining Standards, Information, Knowing Decision Making  Components)

* What is Bioethics? (i.e. Questions Relating to Appropriate Use of Technology)

* Bioethical Protocols (i.e. Develop Relativism, Reject Superstition, Systematic Approach, Engage Real Life, etc…)

* Ethical Issues (Topics)

* Bioethical Pitfalls (i.e. Weaken Content, Avoid Selfishness, Personal Case Histories)

 

Bioethical Approach Model:

* Focus (Purpose and Student and/or Instructor Initiated; Brainstorming at Chosen Topic)

* Question (Problem Proposed of Chosen Topic)

* Value and Content (Initial Data Gathering/Research; Is There Value?; Is There Content?)

* Analysis and Ethical Deliberation (Data; Weighing and Scrutinizing Value/Content; Delivery Assigned (TBA))

* Decision of Solution (Personal Choice of Best Option to Answer Question)

* Description of Solution (i.e. Stress Non-Closure “If” Necessary Pending Change in Value and Analytical Skills)

 

Application of Bioethical Approach Model:  Student Driven Assignments (TBA)

 

Presentations Will be Employed (TBA)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BIOLOGY II (Lab) (Advanced Science, Special Topics)

(Mammalian Anatomy and Physiology): Offered Alternate Years to Bio-Research and Bio-Ethics

1 semester, 1 credit - Grades 11-12

Prerequisite:   “C” or higher in Biology I; Chemistry I; Biology II (Gen) or may be taken concurrently

A Core 40 and AHD Course, “Instructor Approval Recommended”

 

Semester #1: Topics Subject to Change / Labs and/or Projects Will Complement Each Area, Subject, and/or Chapter

 

Introduction: (May Be Student Assigned Presentation and/or Incorporated Throughout Curriculum); AP 14.1-14.4

* Form, Function, and Adaptation (i.e. Natural Selection or Trade-Off Phenomenon)

                             * Tissues, Organs, and Systems (How Does Structure Correlate with Function?)

                             * Body Size Affect Animal Physiology (Function/Behavior, Surface Area/Volume, Proportions “Allometry”)

                             * Electrolyte and Acid-Base Balance (salt content and fluid volumes, pH, and alkalosis/acidosis)

                             * Homeostasis (Regulation/Feedback) and Temperature (Heat Source, Conservation; Ectothermy / Endothermy)

 

Histology: A 1.1-A 1.5; AP 2.1-2.5; AP 2.6-2.11; AP 3.1-3.5

                             * Connective Tissues (Loose/Dense, Blood, Cartilage, Bone, Muscle, Nerve, and Epithelial)

                             * Bone (Skeleton; Anatomy/Structure/Disease/Joints)

                             * Muscle (Types: Skeletal, Cardiac, Smooth; Anatomy/Structure)

                             * Nerve (Types: Sensory, Motor, Association; Anatomy/Structure/Disease/Impulse)

                             * Epithelial (Layers: Subcutaneous, Epidermis, Dermis; Conditions; Membranes: Cutaneous, Mucosa, Serosa)

 

Digestive System: A12.1-12.4

* Biological Molecules and/or Nutrition (Review and Discussion)

* Oral Cavity (Mouth, Glands, and Pharynx)

* Thoracic Cavity (Esophagus, Peristalsis, Bolus)

* Abdominal Cavity (Stomach, Small and Large Intestine, Pancreas, Liver, Rectum, Various Glands/Chemistry)

* Conditions (i.e. Ulcers, Anorexia Nervosa, and Bulimia)

 

Circulatory System: AP 7.1-7.4; AP 8.1-8.5; AP 8.6-8.8; AP 9.1; AP 10.1-10.4

* Heart (Pericardium, Septum, Chambers, Apex, and Pacemaker)

* Vessels (Arteries, Arterioles, Veins, Venules, Capillaries, and Lymphatic)

* Pathway (Blood Through the System (Vessels/Chambers))

* Contraction, Pulse, and Pressure (Pacemaker, Systolic/Diastolic)

* Blood (Plasma, RBC, WBC, Platelets, Antibodies, Antigens, Blood Types, Rh Factor, Counter Current Heating)

* Conditions (i.e. Hypertension, Myocardial Infarction, and Leukemia)

 

Respiratory System: AP 11.1-11.4

* Pathway (Nostrils, Nasopharynx, Larynx, Glottis, Trachea, Bronchi, Lungs, Bronchiole, Alveoli)

* Gas Exchange (O2/CO2, Hemoglobin, Oxyhemoglobin, HCO3)

* Breathing (Diaphragm, Intercostal Muscles, “Inspiration” / “Expiration”)

* Conditions (i.e. Asthma, Pneumonia, Emphysema, Chronic Bronchitis, and Tuberculosis)

 

 Semester #2: Topics Subject to Change / Labs and/or Projects Will Complement Each Area, Subject, and/or Chapter

 

Excretory System: AP 13.1-13.4

* Excretion (Homeostasis)

* Organs (Liver, Kidney, Ureters, Urinary Bladder, and Urethra)

* Kidney Structures/Function (Renal Artery/Vein, Cortex, Medulla, Renal Pelvis, Nephron(s))

* Nephron (Glomerulus, Bowman’s Capsule, Proximal Tubule, Loop of Henle, Distal Tubule, Collection Duct, etc…)

* Conditions (i.e. Kidney Stones and UTI)

 

Reproductive System: AP 15.1-15.6

* Hormones (i.e. GnRH, FSH, LH, Oxytocin, Prolactin, Testosterone, Estradiol, and Progesterone)

* Male (Structure/ Function/Anatomy and Sperm Development)

* Female (Structure/Function/Anatomy and Ovum Development and Ovulation/Fertilization/Cycle/Gestation)

                             * Basic Embryonic, Fetal, Toddler, and Teen Development (Trimesters/Birth/Puberty)

 

Nervous and Sensory Systems: (May Be Student Assigned Presentation);AP 4.1-4.12;  AP 5.1-5.7

* Brain, Spinal Cord, Nerves (Electrical Signaling, Action Potential, Synapse, Peripheral System, CNS)

* Transduction of Sensory Organs (Hearing, Vision, Taste, Smell, and Touch)

 

Immune and/or Endocrine Systems: * Incorporated Throughout Curriculum *; AP 6.1-6.5

 

Mammalian Anatomy and Physiology Dissection Lab: (Felis catus (cat))

                             * Anatomical Systems and Physiology (Used As a Curriculum Review)

 

Note: Visit http://www.indianastandardsresources.org/index.asp for Indiana’s Academic Standards that related  to the pre-mentioned “benchmarks” after each subject title above.

 

 

 

 

 

Class Information

 

* Classroom website:  www.rm118.com   

* Home email:  preceptor@onlyinternet.net  

 

* Failing the semester or not doing your work will NOT be an option.  Be prepared to expect high goals and a

   strong work ethic in this class.  If necessary, certain means will go into place to assure that you pass the class.

* General student concerns are welcome for discussion prior to each class.

* Grades will be posted periodically by an assigned student number, please keep a record of  

   your grades for insurance purposes.

 

* All exams need to be done in pencil.

* Class study sessions may be in the mornings/after school.

* Grades are determined by school scale and done by the point system, rounded, but no curving.

 

* If you know about an exam you must take it on that day, exceptions based on severity of 

   absences and/or if the exam was announced on the day of the absence.

* It is a requirement that you keep a lecture notebook.  As an incentive, the notes may be used on 

   some quizzes and on your midterm and final exams.

* Homework, labs, projects, study sheets, class discussions, and attitude will be mainly graded  

   objectively and partly subjectively, but are mainly for enrichment, general evaluation, and/or

   boarder line grading purposes.

 

* Labs or projects missed due to an excused absence may be substituted for an alternative

   assignment or excused.

* If we are scheduled to meet for any reason it is your responsibility to either wait, or seek me  

   out if I am not present.  I'll try to notify you of any changes.

* Midterm and final will count ~20% of your semester grade.

 

* Extra Credit: 20 Bonus Point Maximum per Grading Period

 

   May come from a student contributing to class topics or ideas:

 

     * spontaneously assigned during class

     * detailed summary paragraph on an article

     * item donation that relates to class subject

     * science related cartoons not presently on display

     * additional information (in the form of an article, video, or other) to supplement a topic or 

        add to a discussion in class.

     * internet and/or webpage “see www.rm118.com  under Extra Credit”

 

     * Extra credit assignments assigned during class are to be written out and include a complete 

         reference(s): such as source name, page numbers, date, publishing, etc.) ; Bio II use APA 

     * No extra credit will be given for "verbal references". 

     * The extra credit points may not include bonuses on exams, prizes, and/or discretion grades.

     * Extra credit must relate to subject area and/or topic being taught.

     * Extra credit will not be given ~1 week prior to grade cards.

 

     * ABC “Awards Biology Card”   

 

 

 

Grading

School / Class Scale: