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Lane Technical College Prep High SchoolHonors Genetics Class Policies and Syllabus 2017-2018Teacher: Ms. Brooke Gaynor Day Room: 434 Periods: 1 Email: BAGaynor@cps.eduCourse description:Genetics is the study of how genes act to produce the characteristics of a living organism. In this course, we will focus on the transmission and expression of genetic information. Related “ethical questions” will also be discussed as they arise. This course will be divided into 3 areas of study: classical genetics: how traits are inherited molecular genetics: how DNA encodes traits and genomics: how all an organism's genes function and interact. Although the course predominantly emphasizes eukaryotic molecular genetics, we will also familiarize ourselves with prokaryotic (bacterial) molecular genetics. Topics will include gene interactions, multiple-factor inheritance, chromosome inheritance, chromosome mapping, and biotechnology. The roles of mutation, selection, migration, and genetic drift may also be investigated in this course to determine the genetics of different populations.Learning Outcomes After completion of this course, students will be able to:Describe and understand the structure of DNA and RNA. Describe how DNA is duplicated and transcribed and how RNA is translated into proteins.Understand the genetic code and how to translate a nucleic acid sequence into a polypeptide.Understand the details of transcription control/ gene expression in prokaryotes and eukaryotes. Understand the molecular structure of eukaryotic chromosomes.Describe common molecular genetic techniques to appreciate their uses and limitations in science. Understand genetic linkage and mapping.Describe the significance of genetic variation (such as blood typing and tissue matching). Explain the causes and general pathology of common chromosomal abnormalities. Draw, understand and interpret pedigrees and Punnett sqaures. Understand and explain current DNA technology being used in science. Understand the basic genetic foundation upon which treatments might be available. Understand the evolutionary changes of genes in a population over many generations. Use knowledge of all the above to provide genetic counseling (in a hypothetical situation). Be able approach genetic issues in society with a critical mind and educated perspective.Course objectives: Students will learn first hand through laboratory experimentation and Powerpoint lectures how research works and how classical and molecular genetics are connected.The student will understand and apply principles/mechanisms involved in the maintenance, inheritance, transfer, and expression of genetic information at the molecular, cellular and organismal, levels. Specifically, students will understand and apply principles and experimental methods in:Mendelian genetics (inheritance and expression of traits, breeding)Cellular genetics (chromosome structure, cell division, meiosis, mitosis, recombination)Molecular genetics (structure of DNA and chromatin, DNA replication, control of gene expression, causes and effects of mutations)Microbial genetics (plasmids, control of gene expression in prokaryotic cells)Biotechnology (gel electrophoresis, transformation, GMO’s, gene chip analysis, BLAST computer anaylsis, gene mapping)Students will apply tools and techniques of genetic analysis through pedigree analysis & breeding experiments.Student will understand how techniques in genetic analysis and genetic engineering are applied in medicine, agriculture, industry, and research.Student will further develop her/his skills in planning and conducting experiments, analyzing data, communicating scientific information to peers, and critically reviewing the scientific efforts of others.Required textbookGenetics: A Molecular Approach, 2nd edition by Peter Russell (Pearson/Benjamin Cummings, 2005).Daily Required Materials (Each student is REQUIRED to supply these)*** ALL materials below will be used for Genetics ONLY1 3-ring binder for UNIT lectures notes, UNIT homework/worksheets, lab reports (3” is recommended)There will be “BINDER CHECKS” approximately every 5 weeks. 6-11 dividers (you will need 1 divider PER UNIT in your binder; you will need ~6 dividers per semester)pens and #2 pencils (colored pencils are optional but very good to have your own set)looseleaf lined notebook paper 1 folder to hold extra handouts and worksheets3 ring hole punch to insert into binder (optional but very good to have your own)scientific calculator (optional but very good to have your own)Honors Grading2743200589280Grade Percentage Breakdown (per semester)Exams and Quizzes ……………..……..30%Labs ………………………..…..…………20%Homework/Class Work............………..15%Projects/Binder checks……………..….20%Class Performance/Attendance……… 5%Semester Final Exam……………………10%00Grade Percentage Breakdown (per semester)Exams and Quizzes ……………..……..30%Labs ………………………..…..…………20%Homework/Class Work............………..15%Projects/Binder checks……………..….20%Class Performance/Attendance……… 5%Semester Final Exam……………………10%Grades for each semester are cumulative! Weekly homework, quizzes/exams, lab reports, projects/presentations, and participation/attendance are all components of your grade. Do NOT count on tests/quizzes to hold your grade nor fear that one ‘bad’ test will ruin you forever. You can also check grade updates (via Gradebook) every day. **KEEP in MIND: I do not GIVE grades, you EARN them.A100%-90%B89%-80%C79%-70%D69%-60%F59% and belowClass work (daily class workheets, PPT guide worksheets, in class group activities)Tests and Quizzes (roughly 140 points per test and 30-70 points per quiz)Homework (roughly 5-50 points per assignment)Binder checks (~40-65 points every 5 weeks; See “How to Set Up Your Binder” worksheet)Semester Projects/ Presentations May include: Cancer Research Paper (using APA Format), Human Genetic Disorder PPT presentation, Human Genetic Disorder brochure, Current Genetic Events research project (using APA Format), Human Genome Project book, Biotechnology poster, Family Pedigree Project, DNA/ RNA 3D models, GMO presentations, Meiosis 3D poster, Cell 3D modelsAttendance/Class performance - You will receive 2 attendance pts and 3 participation pts per day. You lose these pts by being tardy, sleeping, being absent or off task.Homework: Please expect to complete approximately 30 minutes (or more depending on the assignment) of homework per night for this class. Homework includes reviewing notes and practicing vocabulary. Homework plans (summaries) and monthly curriculum plans will be given to each student throughout the year. This plan will highlight which assignments are due during each week and what we do in class each day. Some assignments will be reviewed in class and answers keys will be given. Please make sure that you complete your OWN homework to the best of your ability. Copying from a friend, classmate, Internet, Facebook (or other social media), etc. CAN and WILL result in a zero on the assignment and possible academic probation!22860029210**REMEMBER: Homework is PRACTICE and is a great asset to your understanding and comprehension. 00**REMEMBER: Homework is PRACTICE and is a great asset to your understanding and comprehension. Homework Over Long Breaks: You will not have work to complete over Winter and Spring breaks. But please understand that I expect you to study over breaks in order to prepare for exams after each break. Extra credit assignments are also assigned during breaks but are optional.Extra Credit Work and Bonus Points:There will be 2 opportunities to receive extra credit throughout the year. Examples of these extra credit points might include additional projects and/or supplemental reading & writing activities.Extra credit opportunities are given ONCE per semester and are given over holiday breaks (Winter and Spring). Extra credit is also given out for attending Saturday tutoring sessions at Lane Tech College Prep High School if it is available during the year. Students need to come to Lane Tech between 8:30 am and 11:30 am. Students do NOT need to stay the entire session to receive their extra credit points but must accomplish AP biology related work during their stay. Students receive 1 extra credit point each time they attend these Saturday tutoring sessions. These points are added to the “EXAM, QUESTS & QUIZZES” category of their semester grade. YOU MUST SIGN IN (at the classroom AND at DOOR D) IN ORDER TO RECEIVE CREDIT! “Good Job” coupons are given out throughout the year! These coupons are given for scoring highest on exams and quests as well as “winning” class contests and games. Each coupon is worth 1 extra credit point towards your “EXAM, QUESTS & QUIZZES” category or can act as a “late homework” pass. Late Work**Late work is NOT accepted for FULL credit! If you turn in late work, you must turn it in the NEXT class period for up to ? credit. EXCEPTIONS:If you are not in class due to a/an:school function.You MUST turn in your homework the next day. It is your responsibility to hand your assignment to me upon your arrival back to class. However, it is highly recommended that you turn your assignment in BEFORE your attend the school function so you do not forget to turn it in. If you want to turn your assignment in BEFORE your school function, you can:email your homework to me at BAGaynor@cps.edu place your homework in my Lane Tech mailbox in the main office (Mailbox name = DAY)turn your homework assignment in earlyor have someone else turn in the assignment before your scheduled class period. 2.) excused absence.You MUST:bring a note signed/dated by your guardian including a WORKING PHONE NUMBER and reason for absence or have your guardian use Lane’s automated absence service and call in your absence (I get email notification of your absence in this case). turn in your late assignment the VERY day you return to class from your absence. NOTE: WITHOUT AN EXCUSED ABSENCE NOTE, NO LATE WORK WILL BE TURNED IN!If you do miss class, you are responsible for getting any makeup work from the class bulletin board.Class Attendance Policy: This is a rigorous and cumulative course. It is necessary to be in class every day so that you do not fall behind. This class moves extremely quickly and builds on knowledge learned the previous day. Absence from class will greatly hurt your ability to understand the material and will result in you losing participation/attendance points for that day. If you are absent from class, be pro-active and email me to ask what you missed!Missed unit exams/quests/quizzes MUST be made up ON THE DAY of your return! Please plan accordingly.Makeup exams and quizzes taken in class (or on your lunch) on the day you return depending on the class assignment for that day. 23304588265If you miss a unit exam/quiz, you will most likely complete the exam or quiz during 1st period and be excused from the class work that day. Other options are completing the exam/quiz during your lunch period in Room 245. Please be prepared!00If you miss a unit exam/quiz, you will most likely complete the exam or quiz during 1st period and be excused from the class work that day. Other options are completing the exam/quiz during your lunch period in Room 245. Please be prepared!Tardies to Class:Tardies are entered into GRADEBOOK daily. Demerits will follow in accordance with Lane’s school policy. If you are tardy to school, you must place your name on the tardy white board and QUIETLY join class.If you arrive after the bell, YOU ARE TARDY…even if it is 1 minute after the bell! You will also loose CLASS points towards your attendance grade! You will lose 1 point for each tardy from your daily participation/attendance points.If you are tardy to class…You are required to sign in on the TARDY WHITE BOARD then quietly take your seat. Demerit System:0122555“Lane Tech has a Demerit System to address dress code violations and tardies to school. Any student who violates the dress code or is tardy to school will be issued a demerit through the Lane Tech discipline office.” (taken from Lane Tech College Prep new demerit system)00“Lane Tech has a Demerit System to address dress code violations and tardies to school. Any student who violates the dress code or is tardy to school will be issued a demerit through the Lane Tech discipline office.” (taken from Lane Tech College Prep new demerit system)Since this is a 1st period class, MAKE SURE YOU ARE NOT TARDY! You will receive 1 demerit each time you are tardy to my class. Lab WorkOn average, we will be doing lab activities or lab projects once a week. Labs are your best opportunity to work with the genetics concepts in action and should be taken seriously. Students will work with partners and in groups. Lab reports/worksheets will usually be due 3-7 days after the completion of the lab. Progress Reports (via Gradebook):I will be using Gradebook to update parents and students on grades in my class. Gradebook is website, where parents and students can log in to check and manage their success in this course. In order to see grades, parents need a personal account access number given to them by Lane Tech (division teacher). Gradebook is used to post current, up to date grades and attendance for all students. Gradebook should be accessed regularly to see and keep track of grades and attendance. I am committed to this program and update grades every week (sometimes several times per week).Posted Class Information (via my personal website):I also post class syllabus/policies and reference worksheets, assignments, homework plans, Powerpoint lectures, study guides, past/practice tests and quizzes, lecture notes, binder check rubrics, reference worksheets/directions and helpful websites on my personal AP Biology website. Please familiarize yourself with this website so that you can access important class information. Information on this website will be updated per unit. The class website is: msbrookeday.Class Expectations:RESPECT EVERYONE IN THE CLASSROOM AT ALL TIMES!Be prepared with class materials and homework every day. Be on time to class (See tardy policy).No cell phones or pagers are to be taken out, used, or left in the ON position during class.Do not SLEEP in class. It is disrespectful and rude!ID’s and appropriate clothing attire must be worn at all times. Try- Give YOUR best effort at ALL times! (No CHEATING or COPYING other students work!) Additional ItemsCopying and plagiarism are not tolerated and will result in a zero for all parties involved (both copier & copiEE). Occasionally, Ms. Day is available AFTER school in Room 245 until 3:45 pm or in the morning from 7:15-7:45 am in Room 434. I am also available to tutor during periods 5 or 6 if I am not busy with other prior commitments. There may also be Saturday Tutoring from 8:30am–11:30am at Lane Tech. I am willing to give students ALL class Powerpoints lectures and lecture notes at the beginning of the year. It is the responsibility of the student to provide his or her own flash (USB) drive so I can transfer this material onto it. School Year 2017-2018: Genetics Course Planner**Please note: Some activities, labs, and/or projects are subject to change; new assignments may be added. TOPICS AND CONCEPTSWEEKS/LABSIntroduction to GeneticsHow does Genetics relate to other areas of biologyIntroduction to Cells ((Prokaryotic vs. Eukaryotic)Molecular Genetics vs. Mendelian Genetics Weeks: 1-2Labs/Activities:Cell Organelle ModelingMolecular GeneticsDNA StructureDNA ReplicationProkaryotic vs. Eukaryotic DNA PolymerasesGene Regulation (Prokaryotic vs. Eukaryotic) RNA Transcription/RNA ProcessingProtein Synthesis (Translation)/Genetic CodeMutationsWeeks: 2-8Labs/Activities:DNA ExtractionDNA/RNA Paper Model3D DNA/RNA modelingProtein Synthesis ModelingDrosophila Mutation ActivityMolecular Genetics and Cell DivisionMitosisChromosomes/Karyotypes/GenomesCell Cycle/ PhasesCell Signaling and Cancer MeiosisWeeks:9-12Labs/Activities:Karyotype LabMitosis Plant ModelsMeiosis Chromosome SwapMitosis Microscope LabMeiosis FlipbookMendelian GeneticsIntroduction to Gregor MendelGene Interactions and allelesGenotype vs. PhenotypeComplete DominanceHomozygous vs. Heterozygous Monohybrid CrossesDihybrid Crosses and Independent Assortment Chi Square Analysis and ProbabilityTrihybrid CrossesWeeks: 13-16Labs/Activities:Baby Coin LabC. elegans Geno/Phenotype Lab Monohybrid Bean LabM&M Chi Square LabDihybrid Corn LabArabidopsis Mutant Seed LabNon-Mendelian GeneticsIntermediate/Incomplete dominanceCodominanceGene LinkageSex Chromosomes and Sex-linkage Crossing Over and linkage mappingGene Mutation and RepairTransposable elementsInsertions vs. DeletionsWeeks: 16-23Labs/Activities:Dragon Genetics LabBlood Type Lab- Who Did it?Gene Linkage LabHuman Fingerprint LabHuman GeneticsChromosomal MutationsAbnormal KarotypesPedigreesHuman Genome ProjectWeeks: 24-28Labs/Activities:Family Pedigree ProjectGenetic Disorder BrochuresGenetic Disorder PresentationsDNA TechnologyGenetics of Bactriophages and VirusesGene Expression and RegulationTranscription factors, Promoters, InhibitorsDNA MethylationBacterial operonsRNAiCRISPR-Cas9Recombinant DNA/ Plasmid Mapping DNA Fingerprinting/Gel Electrophoresis Weeks: 28-32Labs/Activities:Recombinant DNA/Plasmid Mapping ModelBacterial Transformation LabLac Operon WebquestC. elegans RNAi Lab DNA Gel Electrophoresis LabCloning ModelScience Museum Scavenger HuntPCR LabStem Cells and CloningGene Testing and Gene TherapyStem CellsCloningWeeks: 32-36Labs/Activities:Gene Chip AnalysisBLAST labGMO’sGenetically Modified (GM) organismsBasic backgroundPro and Con’sWeeks:36-39GMO PresentationsGMO Seed LabSupplemental ReadingsDocumentaries/Movies4572007452360The best and FASTEST method of communication with Ms. Day is through her school email (BAGaynor@cps.edu). I will respond within 24-48 hours. Please note that I go to bed around 9:00 pm. If you need to contact me, please email before this time at night. Otherwise, I will not see your email until ~5:30 am the next morning. 00The best and FASTEST method of communication with Ms. Day is through her school email (BAGaynor@cps.edu). I will respond within 24-48 hours. Please note that I go to bed around 9:00 pm. If you need to contact me, please email before this time at night. Otherwise, I will not see your email until ~5:30 am the next morning. Ms. Day/ Honors Genetics 2017-2018“How to Put Your Genetics Binder Together” WorksheetBinder checks are approximately every 5 weeks and are between ~50-65 points each.Binder check rubrics will be posted on the class website before each binder check. Binder checks will ALWAYS include unit powerpoint guides, which need to be fully filled out. Each powerpoint guide is between 10-40 pts and will be given a completion grade. Powerpoint guides MUST be placed in the FRONT of the appropriate section tab/divider so I can easily locate and grade them. _______________________________________________________________________The first thing in your Biology binder is ALWAYS the “Table of Contents.” This need to be UPDATED before EVERY binder check. The TOC (“Table of Contents”) should look like the following:TABLE OF CONTENTS Class Information …………………………………………………………Section 1Tab #2’s Name Here ………………………………………………………Section 2Tab #3’s Name Here ………………………………………………………Section 3Tab #4’s Name Here ………………………………………………………Section 4Etc, etc, etcSemester Project Information…………………………………………….Last section (last tab)1st Tab/Section will be called/titled “Class Information.” for BOTH semesters.Behind this tab, you need to put all reference papers for this Genetics course including the syllabus, APA format guide, Syllaubus HW worksheet, Class monthly calendars, Homework plans, and How to Put Together Your Binder, etc.)The rest of the tabs should look like the following for SEMESTER 1:Tab #Name/Title on TabWhat should be included behind the tab 2Introduction to Genetics and Cells Section OutlinesFill in the Blank Notes/ Powerpoint Guides/Class notesBellringersPowerpoint NotesLab Activities for the unitHomework and Worksheets for the unitAny other helpful papers for each unit3Central Dogma of Biology4Chromosomes and Cell Division (Mitosis & Meiosis)5Heredity/Mendelian Genetics (Part 1)The rest of the tabs should look like the following for SEMESTER 2:Tab #Name/Title on TabWhat should be included behind the tab6Heredity/ Non-Mendelian Genetics (Part 2)Section OutlinesFill in the Blank Notes/ Powerpoint Guides/Class notesBellringersPowerpoint NotesLab Activities for the unitHomework and Worksheets for the unitAny other helpful papers for each unit7Human Genetics8Biotechnology9Stem Cells and Cloning 10GMO’sThe LAST tab/section (Tab #11) in your binder should be called “Semester Projects” and includes all information, directions, reference worksheets, collected data/research, etc. on each of your semester projects. This occurs for BOTH semesters.NOTE: Updated rubrics for each 5-week binder check are located on the class website under the “BINDER CHECK RUBRIC” icon. The class website is Tech High School Student and Parental Response Form52578003365500Honors Genetics- Ms. Day 2017-2018WELCOME TO HONORS GENETICS!Dear Parents/Guardians,Welcome back to another school year at Lane Tech College Prep High School. I am excited that your student has decided to take on the challenge of this course and look forward to having him/her in our class. I look forward to working with your child in Honors Genetics this year. As a teacher, I find parent contact to be an invaluable resource. In an effort to “start things off right,” please take a few additional moments to complete the questionnaire below. It is crucial that I have a way to contact you via phone and/or email if your student is struggling or absent. Please provide phone numbers only if you can be reached at this location (i.e. some parents do not have access to a phone at work or cannot be interrupted). I encourage parents to contact me any time. I usually respond to messages within 24-48 hrs. I have provided my CPS email address in the syllabus (BAGaynor@cps.edu), which is my preferred means of communication. Feel free to contact me at any time.Regards,Brooke Gaynor DayLane Tech High School Student and Parental Response FormHonors Genetics- Ms. Day 2017-2018---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Parents and Students- Please read the class syllabus. After reading the syllabus, please fill out the document below. Please initial next to each statement so that I am certain that you are aware of the class expectations and policies. Finally, please write and sign your name and fill in your contact information. It would also be helpful if parents fill out the personal questions about your student so I can better access their needs throughout the year.FOR STUDENT______ (initial) I have read and reviewed the Honors Genetics course syllabus and class policies/guidelines and understand what will be expected of me in the classroom during the 2017-2018 school year. ______ (initial) I agree to work to the best of my abilities and to submit only my OWN work for credit in this course. I understand that if I submit work, which is determined not to be my own, I will be referred to the Lane Tech discipline office and will receive a zero.______ (initial)I understand Lane Tech’s attendance and demerit policies. ______ (initial)I understand that the class website should be used in order to succeed in this class. ______ (initial)I understand that I need to contact Ms. Day at BAGaynor@cps.edu immediately if I am absent from class or if I am struggling and need help. Student name: Student signature: __ _________ FOR PARENT/GUARDIAN______ (initial) I have read and reviewed the Honors Genetics course syllabus and class policies/guidelines with my child and understand what will be expected of my child in the classroom during the 2017-2018 school year.______ (initial) I have paid special attention to the Gradebook/Progress Report, Lane Tech’s attendance policy and Lane’s demerit policy paragraphs of the syllabus and understand these polices. ______ (initial) I understand that Ms. Day will be using Gradebook (internet resource) to post updated grades/attendance on my student’s progress in this class. ______ (initial)I understand that this Honors Genetics class has a personal website in order to update both parents and students on upcoming assignments, homework plans, due dates, projects directions/ rubrics and powerpoint lectures. ______ (initial)I understand that I need to contact Ms. Day at BAGaynor@cps.edu if I have any questions or concerns. I understand that this is her preferred means of communication and Ms. Day will return emails within 24-48 hours. Parent name: Parent signature: ___ __ _________Parent contact information (NOTE: Please fill in the questions/information below. This is a homework assignment for your student)My name is: __________________________________________________________________________My student’s name is: __________________________________________________________________Contact Information:Telephone Home: _______________________________________________ Work: _______________________________________________ Cell/Mobile: __________________________________________ Best time of day and way to contact you? _____________________________________Email _______________________________________________________________________________ OVER Please answer the questions below so that I can get to know the needs of your student…What do you consider to be one area(s) of strength for your son/daughter? Why?What do you consider to be one area(s) of weakness for your son/daughter that we can try to strengthen? Why?Has your student struggled with anything in past classes (teachers, homework, time management, exams, etc)?Does your child have an after school job or other similar responsibility? What are your hopes for his/her academic or career future?Is there anything else you feel might be useful to me as a teacher in helping your child succeed in this class? ................
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