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Biology Courses

Biology 9

* Two Semesters
* 1.0 credit
* Grade 9
* Degree of Difficulty: Regular
* Homework: Average
* Textbook: Biology: The Web of Life (Strauss & Lisowski)

This course is designed to be an introductory course in Biology. It is a year long course and the curriculum is designed to meet the needs of students with varying abilities and proficiency in the English language. The aim of the course is to provide secondary students with an introduction to the major topics of modern Biology. It is laboratory based and the students write laboratory reports that follow the IB science style. The students are expected to stay current with the curriculum by reading nightly and completing regular written homework. Emphasis is placed on the students developing a greater respect for all living organisms and an appreciation and respect for the environment. At least one laboratory investigation is performed with each topic that is studied. Topics covered are: Water, Biologically Significant Compounds, Enzymes & Metabolism, Photosynthesis & Cellular Respiration, Mitosis & Meiosis, Mendelian Genetics, Molecular Genetics, Evolution, Botany, and Ecology.

IB Biology SL/HL 1

* Two Semesters
* 1.0 credit
* Grade 11
* Degree of Difficulty: Regular/Hard
* Homework: Average
* Textbook: Biology 4th Edition (Campbell)

IB Biology is an experimental science that combines academic study with the acquisition of practical and investigative skills. The course presents Biology in a global perspective and follows the IB syllabus. The students are expected to become familiar with a body of knowledge, as well as the development of laboratory methods and techniques. The course aims to engender an awareness of and need for effective collaboration and communication during scientific investigation. Topics covered are: Statistical Analysis, Cells, The Chemistry of Life, Mendelian & Molecular Genetics, Ecology, and Evolution.

IB Biology SL/HL 2

* Two Semesters
* 1.0 credit
* Grade 12
* Degree of Difficulty: Regular/Hard
* Homework: Average
* Textbook: Biology 6th Edition (Campbell & Reece)

This course is a continuation of IB Biology I. Students must have successfully completed the first level of IB Biology. Emphasis is place on the students producing a body of experimental work that will meet the IB Criteria. It is expected that the students will demonstrate a high degree of independence in their laboratory work. The course prepares the students for the IB examination. The topics covered are: Human Health & Physiology, Nucleic Acids & Proteins, Photosynthesis & Cellular Respiration, Plant Science, Genetics, Physiology of Exercise, Ecology, and Neurobiology.

 

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