Course #’s 20003301/20003400AP Biology

Fall ’12 & Spring ’13Instructor: Mr. Barrow

Room: 663 Medical Magnet

Textbooks:

Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life by Cicie Star, 12th edition (copyright 2009)$127.50

Biology by Neil Campbell & Jane Reece, 7th edition (copyright 2005) (highly recommended)$94.00

Biology Lab Manual by the College Board AP Advanced Placement Program

Cracking the AP Biology Exam by Princeton Review (highly recommended)$18.99

Princeton Review AP Biology Review Cards (highly recommended)$18.99

Class Time: 10:18am – 11:08am MTWRF

Planning/Office Hrs: 8:26am—9:16am MTWRF

Course Description: AP Biology, designed as a two-semester college introductory, laboratory-based course, investigates the principles of biology at the cellular, genetic, organismal,

population, community and ecosystem levels of organization. The course also examines the evolutionary processes from an organismal perspective, biosystematics, biogeography and a survey of the diversity of life, with emphasis on the morphological, ecological and behavioral adaptations of selected representatives of the Domains of living organisms. At the end of the course, students will take the College Board AP Biology examination for college credit.

Class Instruction/Grading:

Students are evaluated in a number of ways that reflect the nature of the course. This may take the form of lectures, hands-on projects, computer usage, independent work, and individual and/or cooperative group. Scientific reasoning, research technique and presenting one’s point of view in writing is essential in being successful in the course. Grades will be accessed on a percentage scale in accordance with the School Board of Broward County Schools. Please note that course may not be limited to material posted in the syllabus, and the course website, and may have additional content added as needed for the course.

A (90%-100%)B+ (87% - 89%)B (80% - 86%)C+ (77% - 79%)C (70% - 76%)D+ (67% - 69%)D (60% - 66%)F (59 and below)

Presentations/Web Activities/Research/Mini Projects 15%Quizzes/Pop Quizzes 15%Lab Reports 20%Semester Tests 50%

Labs/Lab Reports:The College Board, through AP courses, has been a strong leader in encouraging inquiry-based secondary science education. All AP Biology classes are required to complete twelve standard AP labs. A significant portion of the AP examination involves material from the labs and therefore, the lab reports are a significant portion of a student’s overall grade. Labs are used to stress biology and science in general, as a process, developing and testing of hypotheses collection and analysis of data and completing a clear discussion of results. Students are required to keep pre-lab questions, experimental notes and calculations in a lab notebook. Please note, some colleges will require, and review, the lab book(s) before granting college credit.

AP BIOLOGY EXAMINATION/AP CREDIT

The AP Biology examination, provided by the College Board, is three hours in length and is designed to measure a student’s knowledge and understanding of modern biology. The examination consists of

A 90-minute, 63 multiple-choice and 6 grid-in, section.o This section examines the student’s understanding of

representative content and concepts over the entire course.o This section requires the integration of science and

mathematical skills.

A 10-minute reading period A 80-minute free response section

o Comprised of eight mandatory questions. Two essay questions. Six short response questions.

Most colleges grant credit to students earning a 3, 4 or 5 on the test. Even if you do not choose to forgo the introductory science course, upon acceptance to a college or university, many schools allow students to enroll in honors courses with adequate AP scores.All students, enrolled in the course, are required to take the AP Biology examination.

ACADEMIC ETHICS/CHEATING POLICY

Cheating will NOT be tolerated. It affects every student directly. Cheating is obtaining information from any other sources other than those prescribed/approved by the teacher for the specific assignment. Academic dishonesty (cheating of any kind) will result in the grade of ZERO. Cheating offenses include:

1. Having a cheat sheet2. Copying a research paper or lab report, even with modifications, and

examination/quiz question answers from another student, the internet or other resources.

3. Talking during a test.4. Plagiarism (copying ideas, word for word, without giving credit to your

source)5. Creating data for Science Fair projects or lab reports.6. Claiming a “second year” Science Fair project without conducting

experimentation

ANY STUDENT GIVING INFORMATION IS TO BE CONSIDERED EQUALLY AS GUILTY OF CHEATING AS THE STUDENT RECEIVING INFORMATION.

The parent(s)/guardian(s), of any student who is caught cheating, will be notified of his/her misdeeds. An official record of the incident will be created. A member of the administration will meet with the teacher and the parent(s)/guardian(s) if necessary. A grade of ZERO will be given for the assignment and the student will NOT be allowed to make up the work. The teacher will also notify the sponsors of groups in which good character is a stipulation for contained membership (i.e. National Honor Society). Please be advised that this policy is department-wide and will be strictly enforced.

Website(s)/Website(s) Policy:

Students are required to utilize the following websites, among others, during the school year.

1st. http://www.elysciencecenter.com a. Lecture notes, and other relevant material, will be found at this

website.2nd. http://www.quia.com

a. All students must register at QUIA.i. See instructions provided.

1. Class Code: - a. FMRPB387

ii. http://www.quia.com/servlets/ quia.web.QuiaWebManager?tagModuleType=10600&tagCurrentClassId=2074298

b. Examinations, quizzes and web activities will be completed at this website

c. Class calendar can be found at this link.3rd. http://www.turnitin.com

a. All students must register at the link above. i. See instructions provided (Class Code: -5262397)

1. Password: -room663b. Lab reports and research papers MUST be submitted to

http://www.turnitin.com4th. http://docs.google.com

a. All groups must register under Google docs in order for file sharing capacity.

i. Team leader must include instructor to their Google docs group.

b. Group members, when utilizing this website via internet access, will be able to work simultaneously on group assignments.

i. Group members will have the ability to view changes, corrections etc. completed by other group members.

5th. http://www.facebook.com a. All students must register under the group course page AP

Biology Blanche Ely High School 2012-13. i. Registering students will have to be accepted by

instructor once they have requested entry into the group page.

b. Class announcements will be provided at the link provided.c. During the semester, students will be required to utilize

message boards as they work in groups. While using this forum, students are required to maintain a mature demeanor and the boards are only to be used for its intended class purpose. Anyone found in violation will be subject to verbal, written, administrative warnings and parental conferences.

Course Requirements & Class Materials: Class attendance Class participation Lab reports Group projects Internet Access

If internet access is unavailable at home, student is to use campus resources.

Students are required to have an email account. Class website participation: Message Boards & Web Activities Bringing materials to class: Textbooks, notebooks, pencils, pens, paper 3-

ring binder(s), portfolio covers, agenda, lab materials and lab coats.Class Behavior:

Appropriate classroom conduct in accordance with the School Board of Broward County Code Book is required and expected of all students.

Bathroom Passes:Each student will be issued/allowed 3 bathroom passes each nine week period. STUDENTS ARE TO USE THEIR DISCRETION, GOOD JUDGMENT AND ARE TO GOVERN THEMSELVES ACCORDINGLY.

Cell Phones:All cell phones must be turned off, or on complete silence, at ALL times. If the policy is violated, the cell phone will be confiscated and submitted to administration.

Parental Notification: Your parent/guardian will be notified of your progress in this class on the following dates:

Interim progress reports: Sept 28th 2012, Dec 6th 2012, Feb 21st 2013 & May 2nd 2013

Report Cards Issued: Nov 15th 2012, Feb 13th 2013, April 18th 2013 & June 26th 2013

If the student is in danger of failing or have dropped two letter grades after interims are issued, the parent/guardian will receive additional notification.

Note to Student: If there are any problems or questions, please schedule an appointment.  Assistance can be arranged, using school resources, during planning hours or after school. DO NOT HESITATE TO ASK!!!

Note to Parent/Guardian: Please check with your child frequently to see how he or she is doing in class. It is important to be aware of his or her progress. Please view course website, http://www.elysciencecenter.com , to view updates on syllabus and IMPORTANT class announcements and reminders. If there are any questions, please call 754-322-0950 (Ext 3177), or the guidance department, to schedule an appointment.

AP Biology Course Content

We will study the material/topics covered on the College Board’s AP examination. The course content far exceeds state and national content standards for high school students. The outline will be as follows:

1. Molecules and Cells (25%)a. Chemistry of Life (7%)

i. Waterii. Organic molecules in organisms

iii. Free energy changesiv. Enzymes

b. Cells (10%)i. Prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells

ii. Membranesiii. Sub cellular organizationiv. The cell cycle and its regulation

c. Cellular Energetics (8%)i. Coupled Reactions

ii. Fermentation and cellular respirationiii. Photosynthesis

2. Heredity and Evolution (25%)a. Heredity (8%)

i. Meiosis and gametogenesisii. Eukaryotic chromosomes

iii. Inheritance Patterns

b. Molecular Genetics (9%)i. RNA and DNA structure and function

ii. Mutationiii. Viral structure and replicationiv. Nucleic acid technology and applications

c. Evolutionary Biology (8%)d. Evidence for evolutione. Mechanisms of evolution

3. Organisms and Populations (50%)a. Diversity of Organisms (8%)

i. Evolutionary patternsii. Survey of the diversity of life

iii. Phylogenetic classificationiv. Evolutionary relationships

b. Structure and Function of Plants and Animals (32%)i. Reproduction, growth, and development

ii. Chapter(s) 9 thru 16 & 29 thru 45iii. Structural, physiological, and behavioral adaptationsiv. Response to the environment

c. Ecology (10%)i. Population dynamics

ii. Communities and ecosystem

AP Biology Course Planner**Timeline is tentative and is subject to change**Chapters listed are based on Biology by Campbell

Molecules and Cells Molecular Biology (3 weeks)

o Chapters: -2, 3, 4, 5 Atoms and Molecules Bonds Water Organic molecules

o Enzymes: General properties of enzyme activityo AP Lab 1: “Diffusion and Osmosis”o Lab: “Active Transport”o AP Lab 2: “Enzyme Catalysts”

Cell Biology (3 weeks)o Chapters: -6, 7, 11

Review cell structure Cell organelles: Structure and function Cell membranes and transport mechanisms Cell Communications

o Lab: “Investigation of Cell Structure Using the Compound Microscope”

Energy Transformation (3 weeks) Chapters: - 8, 9, 10

o Cell Respiration (1 week) Lab: The Effects of Temperature on Swimming Behavior and Respiration Rate of Goldfish” AP Lab 5 “Cell Respiration”

o Anaerobic Respiration (.5 week)o Photosynthesis (1 week)

AP Lab 4: “Plant Pigments and Photosynthesis”

Approximate end of Term 6 (October 26 th 2012)

Cell Division and Genetics Cell Division (2 weeks)

o Chapters: - 12, 13 Introduction to chromosomes and their anatomy The Cell Cycle (Mitosis) Meiosis and gametogenesis

o Lab: “Chi Square Test—Probability, Random Chance and Genetics”o AP Lab 3: “Mitosis and Meiosis”

Mendelian Genetics (2 weeks)o Chapters: -14, 15

Monohybrid and Dihybrid Crosseso AP Lab 7: “Genetics of Organisms”

Human Genetics (3 weeks)o Chapters/Pages: - p260-264, p354-362

Mutation change at the chromosome and molecular levels Genetic conditions affecting humans

Approximate end of Term 8 (January 18th 2013)

Molecular Genetics (5 weeks)o Chapters: -16, 17, 18, 20

Introduction to the structure of DNA and RNA DNA Isolation Activity: Extraction of DNA from Peas and Strawberries Protein Synthesis Viruses Bacterial Genetics Biotechnology Genetic Engineering Control of Gene Action

o DNA Web lab: Explore DNA basics and biotechnology applications of DNAo AP Lab 6: “Molecular Biology”

Structure and Function of Animals and Plants (4 weeks) Chapters: -40, C41—p844-49, C42—p879-883, 893-895, C44—p922-926, C45—953-956, C46—

p973-978, 47, C48—p1045-49, 1066-74o Homeostasiso Developmental Biologyo Neurophysiologyo Sensory Physiologyo Reproduction

Lab: “Investigation of the Flower—Compare and Contrast Flower structure and Arrangement” AP Lab 10: “Physiology of the Cardiovascular System” AP Lab 11: “Animal Behavior”

Approximate end of Term 8 (March 22nd 2013)

Evolution (3 weeks) Chapters: -22, 23, 24

o Evidence of evolutiono Why Study Biodiversity?o The Evolution of the Theory of Evolutiono Evidence for Evolution and Natural Selectiono Microevolution & Population Geneticso Mechanisms of Evolutiono Reproductive Isolating Mechanismso Origins of Life and Diversity

Activity: Hardy Weinberg Online Simulation AP Lab 8: “Population Genetics and Evolution”

Diversity of Organisms (3 weeks) Chapters: -25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34

o Principles of Classificationo Phylogenetic Treeso Three Domainso Lower Organismso Plant Diversityo Animal Diversityo Evolutionary Relationships and Patterns

AP Lab 9: “Transpiration”

Ecology (3 weeks) Chapters: -50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55

o Behavior Ecologyo Population Ecologyo Community Ecologyo Ecosystems and Conservation

AP Lab 12: “Dissolved Oxygen and Aquatic Primary Productivity”Approximate end of Term 9 (June 7th 2013)