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Honors Biology I2020-2021Instructor:Contact Information:Ms. Melanie Hestermhester@fsu.eduEmail is checked frequently and responded to in a timely manner.You may also contact me through Focus MessengerOffice Hours: In school: Monday - Friday 7:30-8:00, Monday, Tuesday and occasional Wednesday 3:00 - 4:00. Please schedule an appointment on the sign up calendar in the back of the room. On Line: Monday, Tuesday, Friday and occasional Wednesday 3:00-4:00.Remind: This is a service that allows me to communicate with both Students and Parents and vice versa via Text messaging or email without disclosing personal phone numbers. To sign up please text @53cdd to 81010 or to (850)583-8835 or email to 53cdd@mail. Class Mission Statement: I believe that every child can learn and will achieve to his or her fullest potential. Textbook: Biology: Miller and Levine Florida Edition 2018 Brief Description of Course:The purpose of this course is to provide exploratory experiences, laboratory and real-life applications in the biological sciences. All FSUS Biology classes will utilize an Inquiry based instructional model. This model integrates inquiry-based laboratory experiences in biology with other school subjects, such as reading and writing, in a way that promotes and supports learning. This model helps students develop important habits of mind and critical thinking skills by emphasizing the important role argument plays in the generation and validation of scientific knowledge [1]. The content of this course will include, but not be limited to, the following:*The Nature of Science*Matter, energy and chemical processes of life*Cells: biology, reproduction and communication*Genetics: principles, molecular basis, diversity, and bio-technologies*Levels of organization, classification, and taxonomy*Structure, function and reproduction of organisms* Behavior or organisms*Interdependence of organisms, humans and the environment*Biological selection, adaptations, and changes through time*Agricultural, food and medical technologies and careersTypical activities and learning experiences encountered throughout the year include:* Cell Organelle Presentations* Hominid Skull Investigations* DNA extraction* DNA Models* Foldable* What is Life? Activity* Role PlaysAfter successfully completing this course, the student will be able to: Apply knowledge of the nature of science and scientific habits of mind to solve problems, and employ safe and effective use of laboratory technologies.Demonstrate understanding of the roles of matter, energy, and the chemical processes of life.Demonstrate understanding of the structure and processes of cells with emphasis on reproduction and communication.Demonstrate understanding of the principles of genetics with emphasis on the molecular basis of heredity, genetic diversity, and related biotechnologies.Demonstrate understanding of the importance of levels of organization, classification, and taxonomy to the study of biology.Demonstrate understanding of the relationships of structure, function and reproduction of organisms.Demonstrate understanding of factors that affect the behavior of organisms.Demonstrate understanding of the interdependence of all living things and the environment.Demonstrate understanding of types of selection and how they lead to biological changes through time.Demonstrate understanding of the impact of agricultural, food, and medical technologies on the quality of our lives and career opportunities.These concepts will be assessed in May through a State Mandated End of Course Exam. This exam will be a computer based assessment and will be 30% of your overall course grade. Scores will be reported on a scale from 1-5.Argumentation and STEM:?The Argument-Driven Inquiry instructional model is a major component of secondary science at FSUS. This model promotes learning by integrating STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) as well as reading, writing and communication skills in inquiry-based lab experiences.? The ADI model also helps students develop critical thinking skills by emphasizing the important role argumentation plays in the generation and validation of scientific knowledge. Laboratory investigations, which include the use of scientific research, measurement, laboratory technologies, and safety procedures, are an integral part of this course. Opportunities to make up labs will be very limited. Attendance for Lab Investigations is extremely important. [1] Sampson, V. & Gleim, L. (2009). Argument-Driven Inquiry to promote the understanding of important concepts and practices in biology. American Biology Teacher, 71(8), 471-477.Evaluation: Students can log into FOCUS to stay up to date in their performance in class.Grades will be determined on a points earned out of total points possible basis. Grades are divided into Assessments (60%) and Assignments (40%).Assessments: Typical Point values:Test – 70-80 points. (At end of each unit has a closed note portion and an open note portion in preparation for the EOC)Formal Labs -- 120 points. (Periodic)(Includes Investigation proposals/conducting the investigation, round robin, white boards, Rough drafts, Peer Review, Final papers.)Informal Labs – 50 points. (Periodic)Quizzes -- 10 points (Weekly)BioLog – 100 points (Collected randomly 2-3 times within nine weeks)Assignments: Typical Point values:Bellwork -- 10 points (Daily, selectively graded) Homework -- 20 points. (Weekly, selectively graded)Assignments – Variable (Periodic)Interactive Notebooks:BioLogs are interactive notebooks. As such, students will be recording the majority of their learning experiences in Biology in this notebook. These experiences include notes, class discussions, reading assignments, class activities and lab experiences among others. Because the majority of the students’ learning experiences are record in this notebook, it is not collected every day but rather periodically, usually at the end of a unit just prior to or just after a test. . At that time, any assignments that need grading will be evaluated. I do however acknowledge the student’s efforts on these assignments with stickers and stamps until they can be fully evaluated. We do go over these activities so that students are to be sure they are headed in the right direction. Answer keys are also posted for these activities on an as needed basis. Prior to the majority of activities/ assignments students are given either a rubric or a grade break down so they are aware of how they will be graded on that product. A minimum of one week prior to the beginning of a BioLog collection Students are made aware of the specific items I will be evaluating within their log as well as the requirements of the log itself. Please be aware that these grades will appear in Focus only after a BioLog collection. This could be several weeks after the completion of the individual assignment. After a BioLog collection /sequence grades will be entered as a bundle, typically around 10 grades per collection. Because of the number of Honors Biology, students please be aware that I cannot collect all of them at one time, BioLogs are collected six per day over the course of several days (I try to enter the grades as I go if possible). Due to circumstances collection this year will be photographs of completed work shared with me as a folder via Google Drive. There is always a make-up day at the end of the collection for those absent on their collection day and those who neglected to turn in their log on their collection day. Roll numbers that each student received the first day of class is used to determine what logs are due on what day (random selection). BioLogs for distant learners will be a Folder, with subfolders for different units, maintained on the student’s Google Drive. For collection students will submit photos of completed work or share folder via Google Drive.FSUS Grade Scale90 - 100 A Outstanding Progress80 - 89 B Above Average Progress70- 79 C Average Progress60-69 D Lowest Acceptable Progress 0 - 59 F Failure I I IncompleteExtra Credit OpportunitiesThe following are ways to earn extra credit for Ms. Hester’s class.1. Weekly Trivia Quiz: 10 points totalMaximum of 1 point per correct answer on quiz. All Quizzes are due by Friday at 3:00 p.m. Quizzes will be posted on the Extra Credit Chart in the back of the room2. Creature of the Week / Structure of the Week: 5 points eachComplete the corresponding form for the item posted on the Extra Credit Chart Completed form is due by Friday at 3:00 p.m. 5 points weekly.3. Current Science News Critique (Articles from Newspapers and Magazines): 3 pointsPlease see Helpful Hints on the proper format. Small news briefs are not acceptable.4. Who Am I: 3 points Identify the Scientists or Mathematician described due by Friday at 3:00 p.m. Descriptions are posted on the Extra Credit ChartEvery 20 extra credit points earned is equal to 1% point added to your nine weeks’ average. A maximum of 200 points is allowed per 9 week grading period. These points are not added until the end of the nine weeks Other Special Extra Credit Opportunities will be available on Occasion It is the Teacher’s right to discourage any student from the pursuit of extra credit if the teacher feels the student is abusing the privilege.Class Materials: This information contains the materials that will be used throughout the year in this course. Students are expected to come to class prepared and ready to learn.1. Composition Notebook. Preferable with the typical black and white marble cover. Students should label the front with Their name, Class Period, Roll#, Honors Biology, BioLog. This will be used daily for all notes, labs, readings, questions, etc. This is your BioLog. Distance Learners will set up a digital BioLog Folder (with sub folders) in their Google Drive2. A Set of Colored Pencils. I would recommend at least 12 different colors3. Writing instrument(s) pencil or pen (blue or black ink only please) and at least one highlighter4. Tape/ Glue/ scissors To be used to complete various assignments An Open mind, a strong work ethic are strongly encouraged. Regular and timely attendance is a crucial component for success in this class. It is suggested that you have some sort of planner or calendar available to use. Each student will be provided with an assignment calendar each month. Weekly objectives will be listed on the back of the calendar. I recommend using the Calendar/ To Do List in Google Classroom as a place to start. Please be aware that this is a flipped classroom, meaning you will be asked to review PowerPoints, watch videos prior to coming to class, and be prepared to discuss them in class. I will show you how to print out those PowerPoints, take notes from the videos, and then turn them into a foldable that will fit into your BioLog.Ms. Hester’s Class Rules: FSUS students have a right to learn in a safe and respectful environment. All students will be expected to adhere to attendance and behavior expectations in our FSUS Code of Conduct. Please see our website for more information. Students are expected to come to class prepared for learning. Be sure to Charge your computer every night. It is expected that students come to school with a charged computer.Specific rules for this class are as follows:1. Students are expected to follow all FSUS Rules as printed in the Student Code of Conduct, especially the dress code, safety procedures and attendance. Violations: Please see Student Code of Conduct2. Keep the classroom clean at all times absolutely no unauthorized gum, food or beverages, personal grooming, etc. allowed (Water is the only exception).Violations: 1st Verbal Warning2nd Instructor Disciplinary action3rd Referral3. Students are expected to maintain proper laboratory safety and behavior at all times.Please See Safety ContractsViolations: 1st-2nd Ticket: 0 for assignment3rd-4th Ticket: 0 and must pass a retake of Safety Test5th-6th Ticket: 0, retake, Wash ALL Glassware7th Ticket: Permanent Removal from Class4. Students are expected to treat everyone with respect; insubordination, profanity and/or other abusive language or gestures will not be tolerated.Violations: 1st Verbal or written reprimand2nd Removal from class5. Misuse or damage of any equipment/furniture or the belongings of others will not be tolerated.Violations: 1st Removal of privilege for a period of time2nd Removal from classExpectations: I am expecting you to come to class each day on time and prepared. Being prepared means having the right materials and the right frame of mind. Because you are in a college level class, you can expect discussions, labs and other activities will be daily. Class work time will be scheduled as available. It is expected that all students will participate in the flipped portion of this class by reading about the material that is being discussed, watching the assigned videos, and reviewing appropriate PowerPoints prior to class (Please refer to Calendars for schedule). It is expected that students will devote time each week to studying and completing assignments at home. This is important study time. It is expected that at the end of each class, the classroom will be neat and orderly, all trash picked up and all supplies / books neatly returned to their designated locations.Procedures:We will practice these procedures as they become applicable to the class.General Class:1. Upon entering class, students are to quietly proceed to their assigned seats and begin working on the bell work assignment located on the front board. Students will be given 10-15 minutes to complete this assignment before it is collected. 2. Students are free to use the restroom, sharpen pencils, retrieve supplies in the classroom, etc… Students are required to quietly indicate to their instructor(s) their need/request. Please do not interrupt other students’ learning environment by being loud, rude or disruptive. Please be polite.3. Water is the only beverage allowed in the classroom and must be in a container with a lid. However, no beverages are allowed in the wet lab portion of the classroom.4. Class is dismissed when the teacher has completed all instructions and information, all students are in their assigned seats and the teacher has stated “you are dismissed”.5. You will have your own file located in the white crates in the front of the room. This is where all papers, assignments, make up work and communications will be placed. It is your responsibility to check this file on a daily basisComputer Use, Distance Learning and Digital Conferencing (i.e. Zoom):1. All pictures, avatars, backgrounds, and video capture will be school appropriate. Students will be asked to remove any items or pictures that are disruptive to the learning environment and consequences may apply. 2. When in a lesson or activity through an online conferencing tool, students must have their video on and actively participate in the activity.3. School dress code applies when in a learning environment such as Zoom or other conferencing tools.4. Even though students may not be engaged in the classroom face to face, the expectation is that students participate, engage, and learn as if in the classroom. Limit distractions and create a quiet space for you to interact with students and teachers.5. As the teacher, I reserve the right to require students to remove distractions (i.e. food, background noise, background visuals)Assignment Procedures: 1. At the beginning of each month, you will receive a calendar indicating our schedule, all due dates, approximate test dates and other pertinent information. This calendar should be placed in the front of your notebook/ BioLog and referred to daily. As projects are assigned for each nine-week grading period, specific instructions and procedures will be given at that time. You should never have an excuse for not being aware of what is going to occur in class every day or when assignments are due.2. Homework is assigned on a weekly basis and collected on Fridays only. Assignments will be posted on the back wall. Homework folders are to be placed in your designated class crate at the beginning of the class period on the date that they are due.3. Each piece of paper must be labeled with your full name, roll number, class period and date located in the upper right hand corner. Assignments should be completed on full sheets of regular notebook paper unless typed versions or digital versions have been specified. If your handwriting is illegible, then typing all of your assignments is preferred. 4. All assignments are to be turned into the designated class crate unless otherwise instructed. Each crate will be emptied daily.5. In general, late work is not acceptable; deadlines are to be met. However, assignments, informal labs, and homework will be accepted one day late with a maximum of 50% credit. (That is 50% of whatever you would have earned if turned in on time) Certain types of assignments/ assessments have specific late work penalties and guidelines that are outlined in the description of the assignments/ assessments. If you know, you will be absent on a day that an assignment is due, try to turn it in early or make arrangements with me in advance. This includes absences for all events, activities, field trips and standardized tests. Work that is late due to an unexcused absence is considered “late work”. There are no penalties charged for work late due to excused absences. If you have had a prolonged absence, then you need to see me and we will make arrangements. If you have special circumstances, it is imperative that you communicate with me. We will work on a plan together.Attendance:1. You are considered TARDY if you are not in the appropriate designated area at the beginning of class. A detailed description of the tardy policy is outlined in the Student Code of Conduct. Students are allowed two free tardies per nine-week grading period with no penalty. 2. The Attendance Office determines if an absence is excused or unexcused. Unexcused tardies of 15 minutes or greater are considered an unexcused absence. Please see the Student Code of Conduct.3. You are allowed to make-up schoolwork missed due to all absences. Please check your class file for all papers and or assignments that you missed this includes assignment make up forms. 4. For Distance learners attendance will be taken via a question or task posted in Google Classroom. To be counted as present this must be completed by the end of class each day.Make Up Work: Students who are not in school miss important learning, including academic assignments and assessments. Our school make-up policy is designed to support students to make up the learning they missed, including all missed assignments and assessments, so that they do not fall behind academically. Regardless of distance or in-school learning, all assignments are posted to Google Classroom by Monday of each week and will updated as the week proceeds. Students are responsible for checking their To-Do list and the teacher’s website for what is due and to make arrangements to attend any required or optional lessons or discussions. As per the FSUS Student Code of Conduct, students are responsible for collecting missed assignments on the day they return to school. Students will have two (2) school days, not including the day of return, for each excused class day they are absent to make up missed learning and assignments. Previously assigned work is due the day of return. Work that is missing due to an unexcused absence is considered “late work.” Quarantined students without symptoms will be required to learn digitally. Should a student become sick or develop symptoms that hinder their ability to participate in learning activities, a parent must submit a note to the attendance clerk for the absence to be considered excused.Students that have received In-School Suspension, Out-of-School Suspension, or placed on Administrative Leave will be expected to work on assignments during the time of his/her absence. The student and family will work with FSUS Administration and faculty on a case-by-case basis to make sure that the student is receiving all classwork and assignments. Deadlines for completion will be given on a case-by-case basis.1. You are responsible for checking your calendars and asking your classmates what material you missed, this includes any assignments missed for field trips or other school related activities. Be sure to check your class file for missing work and or missing assignment makeup forms.2. If you missed a test, a quiz, or due date you will find a makeup form in your classroom file, you must insure that the form is filled out correctly and then schedule an appointment on the make-up calendar to make up the assessment that you missed. Quizzes are expected to be made up within 2-3 days of returning depending on the length of the absence. Tests are expected to be made up within one week of their original administration. All assessments are to be made up during office hours only unless otherwise arranged. Individual circumstances will be taken into consideration when necessary3. Laboratory Investigations are an important part of this class. Your attendance for these investigations is imperative. If you are absent for the investigation, it is your responsibility to get the data from your lab group. For formal labs if you are absent from round robin it is your responsibility to get information from your lab group. If you are, absent for peer review you must get your rough draft peer reviewed before submitting a final version. If you are, absent for the final version it is due upon your return to school. If a student misses, the entire ADI lab investigation special arrangements will be made for an alternative assignment.4. Long term projects are due on the dates assigned. They will not be accepted late. You are responsible for your learning experiences. Responsibility: The ability to respond with appropriate behavior and procedures to a given situationAccommodations:Your success in this class is important to me. If there are circumstances that may affect your performance in this class please let me know as soon as possible so that we may work together to develop strategies for adapting assignments to meet both your needs and the requirements of the course.Technology policy: Cell Phones: – You must not photograph, audio, or video record adults or students at any time without their express consent. Devices, if they are causing a distraction must put away in the distraction deterrent pockets located at each desk or may be docked in the charge it station, unless otherwise indicated by the instructor. There is a charge station located in the back of the classroom that you may use. Please do not charge phones in the lab area. You are expected to start to regulate your own behavior where your electronic devices are concerned. Chromebooks: - These devices will be used frequently in class. They have been checked out to all students. There is a limited number of extras if you forget your device. You are responsible for making sure your device gets returned to the appropriate location and plugged in for charging. These devices are not capable of printing at this time. You are responsible for charging your own device. It is important to come to class with your device charged. If need be you can charge your device in the lab area (when we are not doing a lab investigation)Personal Computers/ Tablets: - You are not allowed to bring your personal devices to class. You are required to use the Chromebooks issued to each student.Class Laptops/ I pads: - These devices are to be used in class only for research, data collection or other assignment as designated by the instructor. You may print with permission from these devices.Changes in this Syllabus may be made at the discretion of the Instructor (Usually in Writing)Student:__________________________________ Class Period: ___ Roll#:___Acknowledgement of Reading Honors Biology Syllabus/ Policies FormThis is the parent verification of reading the course syllabus. The signatures below indicate that the Advanced Placement Biology Syllabus/ Policies have been read and understood by both the student and parent. It is the student’s responsibility to adhere to all classroom policies and to the policies listed in the Student/Parent Handbook.Please fill out and sign the form below. Once completed, please turn this page into Ms. Hester no later than Monday August 24th. This may be completed by submitting a picture of the signed document on Goggle Classroom (If you are returning to Face to Face instruction on 8/31 you may turn in a hard copy at that time) This counts as a homework assignment. Student Name (Printed): ___________________________________ Class Period: _______Student’s Signature: _______________________________________Parent’s/Guardian’s printed name: _______________________________________Parent/Guardian Signature here: ________________________________Date: _____________Student: ___________________________________Class Period: ___ Roll#:___Florida State University Schools Academic Honesty PolicyTo be read, discussed, signed by parent and student, and returned to your teacher.We expect students to demonstrate honesty with peers, teachers and in schoolwork. Acts of dishonesty include, but are not limited to: lying, stealing, cheating and/or illegal use of photocopies or other technology. Lying is the willful intent to mislead. Stealing is the taking of any item without permission of the owner. Any acts of dishonesty will not be tolerated.Acts that violate our Academic Honesty Policy Include: Plagiarism (claiming another’s work as one’s own, copying another's homework, class work, or other assignment); students are required to sign a Plagiarism Policy Statement. Talking, using electronic devices during a test (unless explicitly permitted) or giving information to another student during a test. Allowing someone to copy one's work. Submitting work through the use of another person's password/login is considered dishonest behavior. Any assignments, work, or projects posted while using another student's login will be considered plagiarism.Cheating (intentionally using or attempting to use unauthorized material, assistance, or study aids in any academic work). Cheating includes when a student copies another student’s work and then submits it as his or her own work.Performing work or taking an examination for another student OR having another person perform work or take an examination.Falsification and/or misrepresentation of data by submitting false data or puter crimes include damaging computer programs, hacking, constructing viruses, introducing viruses into a system, or copying programs.Inappropriate use of email, discussion forums, or synchronous chat roomsAppropriate use of sources include:Direct quote-use of the author's words verbatim with quotation marks and correct documentation.Paraphrase-use of the author's ideas in one's own words by changing sentence structure and using correct documentation.Summary-use of the author's general ideas and correct documentation.Multiple submission: Submitting the same academic work (including oral presentations: such as PowerPoints, Prezi and other forms of visual media) for credit more than once is only acceptable with instructor permission. It is the teacher's responsibility to provide instruction concerning documentation procedures (i.e. references, bibliographies, APA/MLA formats, etc). Ultimately, however, academic honesty is the student's responsibility. If plagiarism is not discovered during the writing process, but appears in the final product, the same penalties will apply.Parent(s) of students found being dishonest will be notified immediately. The student's teacher shall meet with the administration to determine disciplinary action. Counseling and a parent conference may be warranted. In addition, if the final copy of the assignment contains a pattern of plagiarism, it will be subject to a zero. I understand that if the final copy of the assignment receives a zero for plagiarism, it must be rewritten correctly.Student name (Printed)___________________________ Student Signature _______________________________Date: _________________________Parent Signature ________________________________Date: _________________________ ................
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