Course Outline : Earth Space Science



Course Outline: Honors Biology

Teacher: Mr. Takacs

Phone: 921-2516 (ext. 4403)

E-mail: takacsp@

Course overview: In this class we will be focusing in areas of botany, cell structure, chemistry, genetics, physiology, and zoology. There will be 3-4 tests and one project each nine weeks. These tests will be constructed based on objectives completed by the class. The students will have ample time to complete the projects. Since biology is a core class there will also be a midterm and an end of course exam. All students must take these tests. Exempting is not allowed. This class will be very fast paced so please be ready to work diligently and learn a lot.

Textbook – Glencoe Florida Biology ($83.97). The book is also available online at the following address: Click on the online textbook link after you login. Login information is as follows—Username: takacsclass Password: trojans10

Supplies: pens (black or dark blue only), pencils (#2), college ruled notebook paper (in a three-ring binder or notebook), and one pocket-folder. Students must bring these supplies to class every day.

Grading policies: No late or partial credit will be awarded for chapter outlines. All other assignments must be submitted on their posted due date to receive full credit. If you have an excused absence make-up work must be completed within three days of your return (unless otherwise approved by the instructor). No partially completed assignments will be accepted. Only college ruled notebook paper will be accepted for assignments in this class. Any college ruled notebook or binder will work for this class. Variations of this will not be graded so please be prompt with your purchase. All directions, rubrics, study guides, outline assignments, etc. can be found and printed from Mr. Takacs’ website: .

Grading Scale: A=90-100, B=80-89, C=70-79, D=60-69, F=0-59

Class Grades will be based on Total Points:

Classwork/Homework Assignments = 10-20 pts each

Bellwork = 10 pts each

Projects = 100 pts each

Quizzes = 20 pts each

Tests = 100 pts each

Class work will include labs, chapter outlines/notes, worksheets, quizzes, movie questions, etc.

Bell work will be completed at the start of class everyday. If you are absent it is your responsibility to get the entries from the instructor or another student.

Tests will be a mixture of multiple choice, true / false, matching, short answer, and measurement.

Projects will be based on the rubrics provided.

Tentative Schedule for Class:

First Nine Weeks (Aug. 14-Oct.12)

The Study of Life (Chapter 1)

Chemistry in Biology (Chapter 6)

The History of Life (Chapter 14)

Evolution (Chapter 15)

Primate Evolution (Chapter 16)

Organizing Life’s Diversity (Chapter 17)

Animal Behavior (Chapter 31)

Bacteria and Viruses (Chapter 18)

Protists (Chapter 19)

Fungi (20)

Second Nine Weeks (Oct.16-Dec.15)

Cellular Structure and Function (Chapter 7)

Cellular Energy (Chapter 8)

Cellular Reproduction (Chapter 9)

Introduction to Animals (Chapter 24)

Arthropods (Chapter 26)

Echinoderms and Invertebrate Chordates (Chapter 27)

Fishes and Amphibians (Chapter 28)

Reptiles and Birds (Chapter 29)

Mammals (Chapter 30)

EXAM WEEK (12/11 - 12/15)—MIDYEAR BASELINE TEST

Third Nine Weeks (Jan.3-Mar.9)

Human Reproduction and Development (Chapter 36)

Sexual Reproduction and Genetics (Chapter 10)

Complex Inheritance and Human Heredity (Chapter 11)

Molecular Genetics (Chapter 12)

Genetics and Biotechnology (Chapter 13)

Worms and Mollusks (Chapter 25)

Introduction to Plants (Chapter 21)

Plant Structure and Function (Chapter 22)

Reproduction in Plants (Chapter 23)

Immune System (Chapter 37)

Fourth Nine Weeks (Mar.20-May 31)

Digestive and Endocrine Systems (Chapter 35)

Circulatory, Respiratory, and Excretory Systems (Chapter 34)

Nervous System (Chapter 33)

Integumentary, Skeletal, and Muscular Systems (Chapter 32)

Principles of Ecology (Chapter 2)

Communities, Biomes, and Ecosystems (Chapter 3)

Population Ecology (Chapter 4)

Biodiversity and Conservation (Chapter 5)

PRACTICE EOC—END OF YEAR BASELINE TEST

BIOLOGY EOC (May 2018)

Class Rules:

1. Follow Directions the first time they are given.

2. Keep hands, feet, and other objects to yourself.

3. Raise your hand and wait for permission to speak.

4. Be in your seat working when the bell rings.

5. Work from the beginning to the end of the period.

6. Bring all needed materials to class.

7. Hats are not to be worn in class.

8. The use of unauthorized electronic devices (e.g., cellphones) is not permitted during class.

Consequences for failure to comply with class rules:

1st offense = Warning

2nd offense = Movement of Seat.

3rd offense = Lunch Detention.

4th offense = Lunch Detention and Parents Notified.

5th offense = Referral and student sent to the Dean.

Lunch Detentions must be arranged with the teacher and completed within 7 days of the infraction. The student must report to room 403 before reporting to lunch to receive duties.

*Lincoln HS requests a $5.00 lab fee each semester to help with lab expenses. This can be brought in by each student to the instructor.

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