GREEN SEA FLOYDS HIGH SCHOOL 4990 Tulip Grove RD Green Sea, SC 29545 843-392-3131 phone

Course Title: Applied Biology 1 Teacher: Coach Joey Still Email: jstill@horrycountyschools.net Planning Time: 3rd & 4th Block Tutorial Hour(s): M/W with Appt.

I. Course Description and Instructional Goals:

Students will master the key concepts of Biology: Vocabulary, Basic Biochemistry, Cellular Biology, Genetics, and Problem Solving. Standards Have been adapted from the South Carolina State Standards for Biology. Applied Biology 1 Biology Standard 1 The student will demonstrate an understanding of how scientific inquiry and technological design, including mathematical analysis, can be used appropriately to pose questions, seek answers, and develop solutions. (Taught Week 1-2 and Throughout Semester) Biology Standard 2 - The student will demonstrate an understanding of the structure and function of cells and their organelles. (Weeks 3-7) Biology Standard 3 The student will demonstrate an understanding of the flow of energy within and between living systems. (Weeks 8-12) Biology Standard 4 The student will demonstrate an understanding of the molecular basis of heredity. (Weeks 13-18) Applied Biology 2 Biology Standard 1-4 concepts will be further integrated. Biology Standard B5 The student will demonstrate an understanding of biological evolution and the diversity of life. Biology Standard B6 The student will demonstrate an understanding of the interrelationships among organisms and the biotic and abiotic components of their environments.

II. Instructional Model: TROJAN HOOK Daily skills practice that may include a: y warm-up problem; y question from previous days work; y lead-in for current lesson; y homework answer/check; y writing prompt Teacher-Directed Instruction Standards-driven: y direct instruction; y modeling; y discussion; or y interactive activities. Student Active Participation/Explorations Applications that may include: y collaboration; y explanation; y communication about content topic; y connections across disciplines; y performance assessments based on real-world data; y using manipulative, technology, and other related tools; or y reflection through journal writing. Homework and Practice Activities that may include: y explanation; y communication about content topic; y connections across disciplines; y reflection through journal writing. III. Materials/Textbooks/Technology: y State Standards y Textbook(s): Environmental Science y Resource Materials y Computers with dynamic software and Internet access y Teacher-Selected Supplementary Activities

IV. Assessments May Include: y Diagnostic Tests y Performance-based Tasks y Projects y Presentations y Observations y Interviews y Conferences y Journal Entries y Portfolios y Homework y Quizzes y Chapter, Unit, Cumulative, or Comprehensive Tests y Standardized Tests V. South Carolina Uniform Grading Scale: 100 93 A 92 85 B 84 77 C 76 70 D 69 0 F

VI. Grading Policy: y Method for calculating grades: This may include but are not limited to: 15% 35%

1. Practice (TROJAN HOOKS, Homework) 2. Middle Level Assignments (Class work, Labs, Quizzes, Labs etc) 3. Major Assessments (Tests, Projects, Major Labs etc)

50%

End of Semester Exam (EOC)

y

20% Final Grade

Make-up policy: Students are required to request their makeup work, which will be due in direct accordance to their absences, and must be completed by teacher designated date or the assignments will be considered zero credit. Evaluation method: Assessments will be graded in direct correlation to directions and associated Rubrics.

4. Classroom Requirements: a. Materials: Notebook/Three Ring Binder with Paper, Pencils, Pens. b. Outside Activities: Newspaper, magazine, Internet Searches for Research Projects

IX. Classroom Procedures: y y y y y Students are expected to be on time to class and in their seats when the bell rings Students should ask for permission to be out of their seats during class Students should be prepared for class when the bell rings Students should Respect Themselves, Others and Personal Property at all times Students should follow all Safety procedures at all times

X. Additional Assistance: y y Tutorial hours: M and W 7:00-8am Appointment times: Can be Scheduled Before or After School Hours, but must be held on Horry County Property.